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Are firm growth paths random? A further response regarding Gambler's Ruin Theory

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  • Garnsey, Elizabeth

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  • Derbyshire, James & Garnsey, Elizabeth, 2015. "Are firm growth paths random? A further response regarding Gambler's Ruin Theory," Journal of Business Venturing Insights, Elsevier, vol. 3(C), pages 9-11.
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:jobuve:v:3:y:2015:i:c:p:9-11
    DOI: 10.1016/j.jbvi.2014.12.001
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