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The impact of terms of trade and real exchange rate volatility on investment and growth in sub-Saharan Africa

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  • Bleaney, Michael & Greenaway, David, 2001. "The impact of terms of trade and real exchange rate volatility on investment and growth in sub-Saharan Africa," Journal of Development Economics, Elsevier, vol. 65(2), pages 491-500, August.
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