The Journal of Finance
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About The Journal of Finance
The Journal of Finance is a peer-reviewed academic journal published by Wiley based in the United States. It operates on a subscription-based basis, with access typically provided through institutional libraries or pay-per-view. The latest CiteScore-equivalent Impact Factor for the journal is 10.718, reflecting an exceptionally high citation profile within its field. Researchers considering this venue should review recent issues to confirm fit and consult the journal's official guidelines for current submission requirements.
Editorial Perspective & Metric Analysis
Based on current metadata, The Journal of Finance maintains a high-tier position in the US academic market. With an impact factor of 10.72, it remains a highly cited venue for researchers in its specific sub-fields.
Submission Tips for The Journal of Finance
- Budget $4020 for the Article Processing Charge. Check if your institution or funder covers OA fees.
| ISSN (Print) | 0022-1082 |
|---|---|
| ISSN (Online) | 1540-6261 |
| Publisher | Wiley |
| Country | United States |
| APC / Cost | $4020 USD |
About The Journal of Finance
The Journal of Finance is a peer-reviewed academic journal published by Wiley based in the United States. It operates on a subscription-based basis, with access typically provided through institutional libraries or pay-per-view. The latest CiteScore-equivalent impact factor for the journal is 10.718, reflecting an exceptionally high citation profile within its field. Researchers considering this venue should review recent issues to confirm fit and consult the journal's official guidelines for current submission requirements.
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Impact Factor
Historical Trend
Initial data points onlyImpact Factors by Year
| Year | Value | Source |
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| 2025 | 10.718 | CiteScore (Scopus) |
Works Published per Year (2014–2025)
Annual publication volume sourced from OpenAlex. Current year omitted (partial data).
Journal at a Glance
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Top Research Topics
The areas where The Journal of Finance most frequently publishes, ranked by article volume.
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3,474 worksFinancial Markets and Investment StrategiesEconomics, Econometrics and Finance
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3,097 worksCorporate Finance and GovernanceBusiness, Management and Accounting
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2,125 worksBanking stability, regulation, efficiencyEconomics, Econometrics and Finance
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1,589 worksFinancial Reporting and Valuation ResearchBusiness, Management and Accounting
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1,584 worksHousing Market and EconomicsEconomics, Econometrics and Finance
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1,437 worksEconomic theories and modelsEconomics, Econometrics and Finance
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1,292 worksMonetary Policy and Economic ImpactEconomics, Econometrics and Finance
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1,218 worksAuditing, Earnings Management, GovernanceBusiness, Management and Accounting
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Last updated: Apr 24, 2026
Updated by: openalex_bulk
OpenAlex ID: S5353659