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Do nominal devaluations lead to real devaluations? Evidence from 89 countries

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  • Bahmani-Oskooee, Mohsen
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  • Bahmani-Oskooee, Mohsen & Hegerty, Scott W. & Kutan, Ali M., 2008. "Do nominal devaluations lead to real devaluations? Evidence from 89 countries," International Review of Economics & Finance, Elsevier, vol. 17(4), pages 644-670, October.
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