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Can the use of foreign currency derivatives explain variations in foreign exchange exposure?: Evidence from Australian companies

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  • Nguyen, Hoa & Faff, Robert, 2003. "Can the use of foreign currency derivatives explain variations in foreign exchange exposure?: Evidence from Australian companies," Journal of Multinational Financial Management, Elsevier, vol. 13(3), pages 193-215, July.
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