Research Papers in Economics and Finance

About the Journal

Research Papers in Economics and Finance (REF) is an open access, peer-reviewed academic journal that serves as a platform for the publication of original research in a broad spectrum of topics within economics and finance. The journal is published exclusively in English and does not charge any publication fees.

In the field of economics, REF welcomes submissions focused on micro- and macroeconomic policy, economic theory, development and growth, business cycle dynamics, sectoral analyses, market functioning, and spatial economics. In the area of finance, the journal features research that examines the functioning of the financial system, capital flows, financial decision-making, and the broader economic implications of financial activity.

All submissions undergo a double-blind peer review process to ensure the highest academic standards. REF offers an early view option, making fully peer-reviewed and corrected articles available online ahead of issue publication.

The Journal is indexed in: BazEkon Citations, CEJSH: The Central European Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities, C.E.E.O.L.: Central and Eastern European Online Library GmbH, EBSCO Publishing Inc., ERIH Plus, Library of Science: ICM UW, Index Copernicus: ICI Journals Master List 2023: 90.19, Norwegian Register for Scientific Journals, Series and Publishers, PKP Index, The National Library Digital Repository. The journal is included in the Polish Ministerial List of Journals with a score of 40 points and is indexed under ISSN 2543-6430.