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Existence of equilibrium and comparative statics in differentiated goods Cournot oligopolies

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  • Hoernig, Steffen H., 2003. "Existence of equilibrium and comparative statics in differentiated goods Cournot oligopolies," International Journal of Industrial Organization, Elsevier, vol. 21(7), pages 989-1019, September.
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