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The Buffer-Stock Theory of Saving: Some Macroeconomic Evidence

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  • Christopher D. Carroll

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  • Christopher D. Carroll, 1992. "The Buffer-Stock Theory of Saving: Some Macroeconomic Evidence," Brookings Papers on Economic Activity, Economic Studies Program, The Brookings Institution, vol. 23(2), pages 61-156.
    • Handle: RePEc:bin:bpeajo:v:23:y:1992:i:1992-2:p:61-156
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