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Estimating Probabilities of Default for Low Default Portfolios

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Pluto, K., Tasche, D. (2006). Estimating Probabilities of Default for Low Default Portfolios. In: Engelmann, B., Rauhmeier, R. (eds) The Basel II Risk Parameters. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg . https://doi.org/10.1007/3-540-33087-9_5

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