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Cost efficiency of banks in transition: Evidence from 289 banks in 15 post-communist countries

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  • Fries, Steven & Taci, Anita, 2005. "Cost efficiency of banks in transition: Evidence from 289 banks in 15 post-communist countries," Journal of Banking & Finance, Elsevier, vol. 29(1), pages 55-81, January.
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