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The Economics Of Competition Policy: Merger Analysis In South Africa

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  • Nicola Theron, 2001. "The Economics Of Competition Policy: Merger Analysis In South Africa," South African Journal of Economics, Economic Society of South Africa, vol. 69(4), pages 614-658, December.
    • Handle: RePEc:bla:sajeco:v:69:y:2001:i:4:p:614-658
    DOI: 10.1111/j.1813-6982.2001.tb00028.x
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