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We study probability distributions of convergent random series of a special structure, called perpetuities. By giving a new argument, we prove that such distributions are of pure type: degenerate, absolutely continuous, or continuously singular. We further provide necessary and sufficient criteria for the finiteness of p-moments, p>0, as well as exponential moments. In particular, a formula for the abscissa of convergence of the moment generating function is provided. The results are illustrated with a number of examples at the end of the article.
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Alsmeyer, G., Iksanov, A. & Rösler, U. On Distributional Properties of Perpetuities. J Theor Probab 22, 666–682 (2009). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10959-008-0156-8
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