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About
The Journal of Financial and Economic Dynamics (JFED) is an international, peer-reviewed academic journal. The selection of research topics remains highly flexible and is not rigidly confined to a narrow scope, encompassing a broad spectrum of key financial and economic areas. These include, but are not limited to: observing global economic trends and their drivers, tracking the evolution and development of financial systems across regions, understanding the complexities of capital market structures and their regulatory frameworks, assessing stock market dynamics through quantitative and qualitative lenses, mapping industrial evolution and disruptive innovations, identifying emerging economic development trends such as digital transformation or sustainable growth, collecting and interpreting corporate financial reporting data for transparency and insight, analyzing and forecasting corporate development strategies in competitive environments, conducting comprehensive capital risk assessments to mitigate uncertainties, evaluating wealth management practices for optimal asset allocation, and performing in-depth investment strategy analysis to maximize returns. However, particular emphasis must be placed on exploring the dynamic processes—such as how economic shocks propagate or how policies influence market behavior—the underlying mechanisms, including causal relationships and systemic interactions, and the tangible outcomes within these domains. The overarching aim is to validate evolutionary principles, such as adaptation and selection in economic systems, and to apply rigorous methodologies, including empirical analysis, modeling, and theoretical frameworks. Through this specialized research, readers will acquire practical skills to identify, interpret, and forecast trends in finance and economics, gaining actionable insights that can be directly applied to advance their professional objectives, such as enhancing investment decisions or informing policy development.
Focus and Scope
Core Focus Areas
1.Macroeconomic Dynamics & Policy Responses
- Global economic trend analysis, structural differentiation, and fiscal-monetary coordination in an era of uncertainty.
- Policy evaluation of carbon finance, digital finance, and new-quality productive forces, with a focus on transmission mechanisms and welfare impacts.
- Regional economic integration and spillover effects of major economies (e.g., China’s 15th Five-Year Plan, U.S. fiscal policies, Eurozone recovery).
2.Financial Evolution & Market Structure
- Digital finance innovation: FinTech, tokenization, stablecoins, and their implications for financial stability and inclusion.
- Capital market resilience: Volatility dynamics, market microstructure, and the role of institutional investors in value revaluation.
- Green finance and ESG: Intergenerational responsibility, transition risks, and the pricing of sustainable assets.
3.Corporate Finance & Industrial Transformation
- Corporate financial strategy, capital structure, and value creation under technological disruption and policy shifts.
- Industrial evolution: AI application, advanced manufacturing, and the “technology-industry-finance” nexus for new momentum.
- Financial reporting analytics, data scraping, and risk assessment for corporate decision-making and governance.
4.Investment, Risk & Wealth Management
- Quantitative investment strategies, asset allocation, and performance attribution amid market fragmentation.
- Comprehensive risk measurement: Credit, market, liquidity, and operational risks in a volatile environment.
- Wealth management practice: Long-termism, behavioral finance, and solutions for household and institutional investors.
5.Country-Specific Financial Dynamics & Cross-Border Comparison
- Localized perspectives on emerging markets and advanced economies, with a focus on policy experimentation and best practices.
- Cross-border capital flows, currency dynamics, and the impact of geopolitical tensions on financial markets.
Methodological Priorities
- Quantitative Rigor: Econometrics, time-series analysis, DSGE models, machine learning for causal inference and forecasting.
- Empirical Relevance: Micro-level data analysis, case studies, and policy evaluation to address real-world “pain points”.
- Theoretical Innovation: Conceptual frameworks that bridge academic depth with business reality, challenging conventional wisdom.
Target Audience
Academics, researchers, policymakers, industry leaders, and financial practitioners seeking evidence-based insights into the dynamics of global finance, economics, and business.
What We Do Not Publish
- Purely descriptive papers without theoretical or empirical contribution.
- Work lacking methodological rigor or clear policy/business implications.
- Non-original research (e.g., literature reviews without novel synthesis).
Peer Review
Peer Review Anonymization Implementation SOP
Applicable Scope: Editorial team, authors, and reviewers of JFED
Version: 1.0
Effective Date:March 2026
Objective
Standardize the operation process of double/double anonymized review, ensure the rigor of blind review implementation, avoid identity disclosure, and guarantee the impartiality of peer review.
1. Pre-Submission Preparation (Editorial Office)
1.1 Clearly publish the journal’s peer review model (double anonymization options) on the official website submission guidelines, including anonymization requirements, prohibited behaviors, and appeal channels.
1.2 Configure the submission system to set up mandatory anonymized manuscript upload channels, and add pop-up reminders of anonymization standards during submission.
1.3 Compile and distribute the Author Anonymization Guide and Reviewer Anonymity Compliance Manual on the submission platform.
2. Manuscript Anonymization Process (Authors + Editorial Office)
2.1 Author Self-Anonymization (Mandatory Requirements)
| Anonymization Item | Specific Operations | Prohibited Behaviors |
|---|---|---|
| Manuscript Content | 1. Remove author names, affiliations, correspondence emails, and ORCID IDs from the title page, header/footer, and text. 2. Delete all self-citation descriptions that reveal identity (e.g., "our previous study [1]"). |
1. Do not embed hidden identity clues (e.g., coded language, unique dataset names linked to the research team). 2. Do not retain funder logos with team-specific information in the text. |
| Supplementary Materials | 1. Anonymize all appendices, supplementary data, and survey tools. 2. Remove institutional logos from questionnaires, experimental facility photos, and data collection instruments. |
1. Do not attach supplementary materials that contain author or institutional identifiers. 2. Do not include personal signatures or lab codes in supplementary data files. |
| Reference List | 1. Retain normal self-citations in the reference list. 2. Do not mark self-citations with special notes (e.g., "our work"). |
1. Do not delete self-citations deliberately to avoid identity inference. 2. Do not add redundant non-self-citations to disguise identity. |
2.2 Editorial Office Secondary Anonymization Check
2.2.1 After manuscript submission, the editorial assistant shall conduct a full-text anonymity check within 1 working day based on theAnonymization Check List.
2.2.2 If identifying information is found, the editorial office shall notify the author to revise it within 3 working days; the manuscript will not enter the reviewer selection stage until it passes the recheck.
2.2.3 For double anonymized review, the editorial office shall generate a unique manuscript code (format:JFED-Year-Serial Number) to replace the author information in all subsequent communication and review links.
3. Reviewer Selection and Anonymity Maintenance (Handling Editor)
3.1 Basic Principles of Reviewer Selection
3.1.1 Avoid selecting reviewers with obvious conflicts of interest, including:
- Collaborators with any author in the past 3 years
- Colleagues from the same institution or research group
- Competitors working on the same research topic with overlapping datasets
3.1.2 For double anonymized review, the handling editor shall not disclose any author information to the decision-making editor, and the decision-making editor shall not interfere with the reviewer selection process.
3.2 Anonymity Maintenance Operations
3.2.1 When sending review invitations, the email shall only include the anonymized manuscript code and the blinded manuscript, without any author-related information (name, affiliation, funding project, etc.).
3.2.2 The review report template shall be set to prohibit reviewers from filling in personal information that may reveal their identity (e.g., institutional affiliation, research project number); the editorial assistant shall check the review report for identity clues before sending it to the author.
3.2.3 All correspondence between the editorial office and reviewers/authors shall use the manuscript code instead of the author’s name or reviewer’s name.
4. Review Process Anonymity Compliance (Reviewers)
4.1 Reviewers must evaluate the manuscript solely based on scientific content and methodological rigor, without attempting to search for or deduce the author’s identity through preprint platforms, research databases, academic networks, or writing style analysis.
4.2 Reviewers shall not disclose their identity as reviewers to the author directly or indirectly, or discuss the manuscript content with third parties unrelated to the review.
4.3 If a reviewer accidentally infers the author’s identity, they must immediately notify the editorial office and apply for recusal if a conflict of interest is involved.
4.4 Reviewers shall not include personal opinions or comments related to the author’s identity in the review report; all feedback must be focused on the manuscript’s academic quality.
5. Role Division and Information Isolation (double Anonymized Review Special Provisions)
| Role | Permissions | Prohibited Behaviors |
|---|---|---|
| Handling Editor | 1. Access to author/reviewer identities 2. Responsible for manuscript anonymization, reviewer selection, and communication coordination 3. Can adjust reviewer assignments based on initial feedback |
1. Disclose author/reviewer identities to the decision-making editor 2. Modify the anonymized manuscript content without authorization 3. Share review comments with non-relevant staff |
| Decision-Making Editor | 1. Only access to the anonymized manuscript and review reports 2. Responsible for making final publication decisions (accept/reject/revise) 3. Can request additional review reports if needed |
1. Request author/reviewer identity information from the handling editor 2. Contact reviewers/authors privately to confirm identity 3. Modify the anonymization status of the manuscript |
| Editorial Assistant | 1. Assist in anonymization checks and document sorting 2. Manage manuscript code and submission system records 3. Coordinate communication between editors, authors, and reviewers |
1. Leak manuscript codes or anonymization status to external personnel 2. Alter review report content or author revision materials 3. Access reviewer identity information without authorization |
6. Post-Review Anonymity Management
6.1 For double anonymized review, the editorial office shall not disclose reviewer identities to authors after the final decision is made, unless the reviewer voluntarily agrees to public disclosure in writing.
6.2 All anonymized manuscripts and review materials shall be stored in encrypted form on the journal’s internal server; the storage period shall comply with the journal’s document retention regulations (minimum 5 years).
6.3 For manuscripts participating in the Article Transfer Service, the editorial office shall transfer the anonymized manuscript and review reports to the destination journal, and clearly inform the destination journal of the original anonymization requirements in the transfer letter.
6.4 After publication, the journal shall not publish any identity information related to reviewers without prior consent.
7. Violation Handling
7.1 Author Violations: If authors violate anonymization rules (e.g., hiding identity clues, failing to revise identifying information), the editorial office has the right to:
- Require a resubmission after full anonymization revision
- Reject the manuscript directly without entering peer review
- Record the violation in the journal’s author database for 1 years
7.2 Reviewer Violations: If reviewers disclose their identity, deduce the author’s identity without reporting, or violate anonymity rules, the journal will:
- Remove them from the reviewer database permanently
- Restrict their manuscript submission to the journal for 1–2 years
- Notify their affiliated institution of the violation if necessary
7.3 Editorial Staff Violations: If editorial staff leak identity information due to operational errors or intentional behavior, they shall be subject to:
- Internal performance penalties and mandatory re-training on anonymization rules
- A formal written apology to the affected authors/reviewers
- Dismissal for serious violations that cause significant academic disputes
8. Appendix
Appendix 1: Author Anonymization Self-Check List
Manuscript Title: ________________________
Submission Date: ________________________
Author Declaration: I confirm that all items below have been completed in accordance with the journal’s anonymization requirements.
| Check Item | Completed (√) | Not Completed (×) | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Author names, affiliations, and ORCID IDs removed from title page | □ | □ | |
| 2. Author information removed from header, footer, and page numbers | □ | □ | |
| 3. Correspondence email, phone number, and postal address removed | □ | □ | |
| 4. Identity-revealing self-citation descriptions (e.g., "our study") deleted | □ | □ | |
| 5. Funder logos, project numbers with team info removed | □ | □ | |
| 6. Supplementary materials (appendices, data) anonymized | □ | □ | |
| 7. Institutional logos removed from questionnaires/experimental photos | □ | □ | |
| 8. Self-citations in reference list retained without special marks | □ | □ | |
| 9. No hidden identity clues (coded language, unique dataset names) | □ | □ | |
| 10. Blinded manuscript saved as a separate file for submission | □ | □ |
Author Signature: ________________________
Date: ________________________
Appendix 2: Editorial Anonymization Review Form
Manuscript Code: ________________________
Reviewer (Editorial Assistant): ________________________
Review Date: ________________________
Review Type: □ Initial Check □ Recheck After Author Revision
| Review Item | Pass (√) | Fail (×) | Problem Description | Handling Suggestion |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. No author names/affiliations in title page and text | □ | □ | ||
| 2. No contact information (email, phone, address) retained | □ | □ | ||
| 3. No identity-revealing self-citation descriptions | □ | □ | ||
| 4. No funder logos or project numbers with team info | □ | □ | ||
| 5. Supplementary materials fully anonymized | □ | □ | ||
| 6. No hidden identity clues (coded language, unique labels) | □ | □ | ||
| 7. Manuscript code generated and replaced author info (for double/double anonymization) | □ | □ | ||
| 8. Review report template free of identity-revealing fields | □ | □ |
Overall Review Result: □ Pass (Enter Reviewer Selection) □ Fail (Notify Author Revision)
Handling Editor Confirmation: ________________________
Date: ________________________
Appendix 3: Reviewer Anonymity Compliance Agreement
I, the undersigned reviewer, confirm that I will comply with the following anonymity rules during the peer review process of [Journal Name]:
1.I will not disclose my identity as a reviewer to the author(s) directly or indirectly.
2.I will not attempt to search for or deduce the author(s)’ identity through any channels (preprint platforms, research databases, academic networks, etc.).
3.I will not include any personal information or identity clues in the review report that may reveal my identity.
4.If I accidentally infer the author(s)’ identity and have a conflict of interest, I will immediately notify the editorial office and apply for recusal.
5.I will not discuss the manuscript content or review process with any third parties unrelated to the review.
I understand that any violation of the above rules will result in being removed from the journal’s reviewer database and other relevant disciplinary measures.
Reviewer Name: ________________________
Affiliation: ________________________
Signature: ________________________
Date: ________________________
Licences
The following licences are allowed:
- Copyright
© the author(s). All rights reserved. - CC BY 4.0
Attribution — You must give appropriate credit, provide a link to the license, and indicate if changes were made. You may do so in any reasonable manner, but not in any way that suggests the licensor endorses you or your use. No additional restrictions — You may not apply legal terms or technological measures that legally restrict others from doing anything the license permits. - CC BY-ND 4.0
Attribution — You must give appropriate credit, provide a link to the license, and indicate if changes were made. You may do so in any reasonable manner, but not in any way that suggests the licensor endorses you or your use. NoDerivatives — If you remix, transform, or build upon the material, you may not distribute the modified material. No additional restrictions — You may not apply legal terms or technological measures that legally restrict others from doing anything the license permits. - CC BY-NC 4.0
Attribution — You must give appropriate credit, provide a link to the license, and indicate if changes were made. You may do so in any reasonable manner, but not in any way that suggests the licensor endorses you or your use. NonCommercial — You may not use the material for commercial purposes. No additional restrictions — You may not apply legal terms or technological measures that legally restrict others from doing anything the license permits. - CC BY-NC-ND 4.0
Attribution — You must give appropriate credit, provide a link to the license, and indicate if changes were made. You may do so in any reasonable manner, but not in any way that suggests the licensor endorses you or your use. NonCommercial — You may not use the material for commercial purposes. NoDerivatives — If you remix, transform, or build upon the material, you may not distribute the modified material. No additional restrictions — You may not apply legal terms or technological measures that legally restrict others from doing anything the license permits. - CC BY-SA 4.0
Attribution — You must give appropriate credit, provide a link to the license, and indicate if changes were made. You may do so in any reasonable manner, but not in any way that suggests the licensor endorses you or your use. ShareAlike — If you remix, transform, or build upon the material, you must distribute your contributions under the same license as the original. No additional restrictions — You may not apply legal terms or technological measures that legally restrict others from doing anything the license permits.
Publication Fees
Fee Explanation for the Journal of Financial and Economic Dynamics (2026 Edition)
The Journal of Financial and Economic Dynamics adopts open - access (OA) article processing charges. These fees are used to cover costs such as rigorous peer review, editorial operations, digital platform maintenance, long - term archiving of articles, and the development of academic community resources. The detailed fee standards, exemption policies, and payment rules are as follows:
1. Core Fee Items
1.1 Article Processing Charges (APC)
As a gold open - access journal, we charge APC only after the manuscript is officially accepted for publication. This fee ensures that the published article can be permanently and freely accessed, downloaded, and shared by global readers.
Standard APC:The Journal of Financial and Economic Dynamics levies a total fee of $1,000–1,500 per article, covering review fee, page charge,DOI assignment, indexing in core financial and economic databases,long - term digital preservation,and other relevant charges.However, to encourage scholarly excellence, we offer a remuneration of A high-quality reward of no less than $100 will be provided, covering citations, reprints and other related achievements.
Tiered Discounts Based on National Income: Authors from low - income countries (as defined by the World Bank) can apply for a 100% APC waiver; authors from lower - middle - income countries are eligible for a 50% discount, and those from upper - middle - income countries can get a 20% discount. Relevant certificates of institutional affiliation are required for the application.
1.2 Supplementary Service Fees
Fast - track Publication Fee: A fee of $200 will be charged if authors need to complete the entire post - acceptance process (including final review and online publication) within 10 working days. If the publication is delayed beyond the agreed time due to the journal's reasons, 80% of the fast - track fee will be refunded.
Color Figure Printing Fee: For authors who need printed offprints, each color figure in the offprint will be charged an additional $5. Black - and - white figures and online - only color figures are not subject to this charge.
Extra Offprint Fee: 10 complimentary electronic offprints are provided by default. If authors need printed offprints, the fee is $120 for 20 copies, and the price of a single print copy of the journal is $20, with shipping costs borne by the purchaser.
2. Fee Waiver and Reduction Rules
Young researchers under 35 years old who submit their first academic paper in the field of financial economics can apply for a 20% APC discount with a recommendation letter from their supervisor and academic certificate.
Authors whose research projects are funded by top-tier international financial research initiatives (such as the Global Financial Stability Program) may submit supporting documents of the funding to apply for a 50% waiver of the article processing charge (APC).
Waiver and reduction applications must be submitted through the official submission system within 5 working days after receiving the acceptance notice. The editorial office will feed back the review result within 7 working days.
The first manuscript submitted by each member of the inaugural editorial board will be exempt from the Article Processing Charge (APC). For the first manuscript recommended by each editorial board member, a 50% discount on the APC will be offered.
3. Payment and Refund Instructions
3.1Payment Time: Submission fees must be paid upon manuscript submission; APC and supplementary service fees shall be settled within 10 working days after receiving the invoice. Failure to pay on time will result in the suspension of the review or publication process.
3.2Payment Methods: We accept online payments via Visa, Mastercard credit cards, and official bank transfers; for scholars in China, Alipay and WeChat Pay are also available. When making a bank transfer, please indicate the manuscript number and the corresponding author’s name. Tax-exempt institutions or individuals shall provide relevant certificates during the payment process to apply for tax exemption.
3.3Refund Rules:Invoice Issuance,After successful payment, authors can download the electronic invoice through the submission system.
4. Contact Information
For questions related to fees, please contact us via:
Email: gumuran2006@126.com
Online Consultation: Access the "Fee Service" section on the journal's official website for real - time customer service support.
Magazine Official Website：https://www.insspress.org/JFED/
The journal reserves the right to adjust the fee standards appropriately according to changes in publishing costs. The updated information will be announced on the official website in December each year.
Publication Cycle
This journal published continuously all year round/publishes in issues every three months.
Sections
| Section or article type | Public Submissions | Peer Reviewed | Indexed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Article | Yes | Yes | Yes |