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Using Mechanical Trading Systems To Evaluate The Weak Form Efficiency Of Futures Markets

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  • Peterson, Paul E.
  • Leuthold, Raymond M.

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  • Peterson, Paul E. & Leuthold, Raymond M., 1982. "Using Mechanical Trading Systems To Evaluate The Weak Form Efficiency Of Futures Markets," Southern Journal of Agricultural Economics, Southern Agricultural Economics Association, vol. 14(1), pages 1-5, July.
    • Handle: RePEc:ags:sojoae:29574
    DOI: 10.22004/ag.econ.29574
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    3. Hauser, Robert J. & Anderson, Dane K., 1984. "Modifying Traditional Option Pricing Formulae For Options On Soybean Futures," 1984 Annual Meeting, August 5-8, Ithaca, New York 279099, American Agricultural Economics Association (New Name 2008: Agricultural and Applied Economics Association).
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