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The alpha factor asset pricing model: A parable

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  • Sarkissian, Sergei
  • Simin, Timothy

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  • Ferson, Wayne E. & Sarkissian, Sergei & Simin, Timothy, 1999. "The alpha factor asset pricing model: A parable," Journal of Financial Markets, Elsevier, vol. 2(1), pages 49-68, February.
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