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How Much Does Utility Access Matter for the Performance of Micro and Small Enterprises?

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  • Michael Grimm
  • Renate Hartwig
  • Jann Lay

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  • Michael Grimm & Renate Hartwig & Jann Lay, 2012. "How Much Does Utility Access Matter for the Performance of Micro and Small Enterprises?," World Bank Publications - Reports 26782, The World Bank Group.
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