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Vertical economies in electric power: evidence on integration and its alternatives

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  • Kwoka, John E., 2002. "Vertical economies in electric power: evidence on integration and its alternatives," International Journal of Industrial Organization, Elsevier, vol. 20(5), pages 653-671, May.
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:indorg:v:20:y:2002:i:5:p:653-671
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