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Stock markets in Africa: Emerging lions or white elephants?

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  • Kenny, Charles J. & Moss, Todd J., 1998. "Stock markets in Africa: Emerging lions or white elephants?," World Development, Elsevier, vol. 26(5), pages 829-843, May.
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:wdevel:v:26:y:1998:i:5:p:829-843
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