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Accrual and cash flow anomalies in diversified firms: Impact of segment portfolio management

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  • Imen Khanchel El Mehdi, 2014. "Accrual and cash flow anomalies in diversified firms: Impact of segment portfolio management," Working Papers 2014-76, Department of Research, Ipag Business School.
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