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Covariance matrix estimators and tests of market efficiency

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  • Ligeralde, Antonio V., 1997. "Covariance matrix estimators and tests of market efficiency," Journal of International Money and Finance, Elsevier, vol. 16(2), pages 323-343, April.
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:jimfin:v:16:y:1997:i:2:p:323-343
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