African Review of Economics and Finance-AREF

metrics 2024

Advancing Economic Insights for Africa's Future

Introduction

African Review of Economics and Finance (AREF) is a distinguished academic journal dedicated to advancing knowledge in the fields of economics and finance within the African context. Published by PORTHOLOGOS PRESS, the journal aims to provide a platform for research that addresses critical economic and financial issues that affect Africa, promoting innovative solutions and fostering discussion among scholars and practitioners. With its ISSN 2042-1478 and E-ISSN 2410-4906, AREF has established itself as a vital resource for researchers, professionals, and students seeking to deepen their understanding of African economies. The journal’s commitment to open access ensures that its valuable research findings are readily available to a global audience, thereby enhancing visibility and engagement. Through rigorous peer-review processes and thoughtful editorial leadership, AREF contributes significantly to the discourse on economic development, policy analysis, and financial practices in the region.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank-
Journal Impact Factor0.90
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)0.80
H-Index-
Journal IF Without Self0.90
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.02
Influence0.11
Immediacy Index0.10
Cited Half Life6.40
Citing Half Life10.90
JCI0.24
Total Documents-
WOS Total Citations157
SCIMAGO Total Citations-
SCIMAGO SELF Citations-
Scopus Journal Rank-
Cites / Document (2 Years)-
Cites / Document (3 Years)-
Cites / Document (4 Years)-

Metrics History

Rank 2024

IF (Web Of Science)

ECONOMICS
Rank 412/597
Percentile 31.10
Quartile Q3

JCI (Web Of Science)

ECONOMICS
Rank 455/600
Percentile 24.17
Quartile Q4

Quartile History

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