The position of firms in 2008
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The new definition of enterprises and their size, with the introduction of mid-tier companies, has brought to light three very distinct populations. Mid-tier and large enterprises continue to borrow and invest, unlike small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), which are nevertheless the most profitable.Download Info
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Article provided by Banque de France in its journal Quarterly selection of articles - bulletin de la Banque de France.
Volume (Year): (2009-2010)
Issue (Month): 16 (Winter)
Pages: 53-81
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Keywords: Activity; profi tability; debt; group; mid-tier enterprise; MTE; fi nancial position.;Find related papers by JEL classification:
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- L23 - Industrial Organization - - Firm Objectives, Organization, and Behavior - - - Organization of Production
- L25 - Industrial Organization - - Firm Objectives, Organization, and Behavior - - - Firm Performance
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