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Efficiency convergence processes and effects of regulation in the nonspecialized retail sector in Spain

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  • Justo Jorge

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  • Cristina Suárez & Justo Jorge, 2010. "Efficiency convergence processes and effects of regulation in the nonspecialized retail sector in Spain," The Annals of Regional Science, Springer;Western Regional Science Association, vol. 44(3), pages 573-597, June.
    • Handle: RePEc:spr:anresc:v:44:y:2010:i:3:p:573-597
    DOI: 10.1007/s00168-008-0270-7
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    Keywords

    L51; L81; C61;
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    JEL classification:

    • L51 - Industrial Organization - - Regulation and Industrial Policy - - - Economics of Regulation
    • L81 - Industrial Organization - - Industry Studies: Services - - - Retail and Wholesale Trade; e-Commerce
    • C61 - Mathematical and Quantitative Methods - - Mathematical Methods; Programming Models; Mathematical and Simulation Modeling - - - Optimization Techniques; Programming Models; Dynamic Analysis

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