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International mergers: Incentives and welfare

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  • Qiu, Larry D. & Zhou, Wen, 2006. "International mergers: Incentives and welfare," Journal of International Economics, Elsevier, vol. 68(1), pages 38-58, January.
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:inecon:v:68:y:2006:i:1:p:38-58
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