IMF Economic Review is the official research journal of the International Monetary Fund, focusing on open-economy macroeconomics and related fields. Features articles that offer a highlevel view of economics, including macroeconomic implications of financial crises, policy responses, and stabilization. Engages a broad audience, including academics and policymakers. Interacts with related fields: international trade, political economy, labor, economic history, and development.
⚡ Speed vs Prestige
How does this journal balance review speed with impact level?
Based on the Think.Check.Submit framework by DOAJ, COPE & OASPA. All data from verified open sources.
Publication & Citation Trend
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Source: OpenAlex · Note: citations accumulate over time so older years appear higher
SJR Quartile by Discipline
Scimago ranks this journal separately in each subject category — its quartile can differ by discipline.
Business, Management and Accounting (miscellaneous)Q1
Economics, Econometrics and Finance (miscellaneous)Q1
Subject Classification
Web of Science Categories
Business, FinanceEconomics
Scopus Categories
Economics, Econometrics and Finance (miscellaneous)Business, Management and Accounting (miscellaneous)
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Global Financial Crisis and PoliciesMonetary Policy and Economic ImpactBanking stability, regulation, efficiencyEconomic Theory and PolicyFiscal Policies and Political EconomyGlobal trade and economicsFiscal Policy and Economic GrowthMarket Dynamics and VolatilityEconomic Policies and ImpactsEconomic Growth and Productivity