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Cross-currency, cross-maturity forward exchange premiums as predictors of spot rate changes: Theory and evidence

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  • Nucci, Francesco, 2003. "Cross-currency, cross-maturity forward exchange premiums as predictors of spot rate changes: Theory and evidence," Journal of Banking & Finance, Elsevier, vol. 27(2), pages 183-200, February.
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