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Efficiency, diversification, and performance of US banks

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  • Hassan, M. Kabir
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  • Khan, Abu & Hassan, M. Kabir & Maroney, Neal & Boujlil, Rhada & Ozkan, Bora, 2020. "Efficiency, diversification, and performance of US banks," International Review of Economics & Finance, Elsevier, vol. 67(C), pages 101-117.
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    DOI: 10.1016/j.iref.2019.12.010
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