Futures

metrics 2024

Pioneering Research for a Sustainable Future

Introduction

Futures is a renowned academic journal published by Elsevier Science Ltd, dedicated to advancing the understanding of future studies within a multidisciplinary framework. With a focus on topics spanning business and international management, development, as well as sociology and political science, Futures is ranked in the Q1 quartile for all three categories in 2023, underscoring its pivotal role in fostering innovative discussions and research. The journal, operating since 1968 and set to continue its legacy through 2024, offers a platform for scholars and practitioners to explore critical predictions and emerging trends shaping our global future. Although it is not an open-access journal, its wide circulation ensures a significant reach among academics and professionals keen on exploring the dynamics influencing societal development and strategic planning. By contributing to this esteemed publication, authors have the opportunity to enhance their visibility and engage with a vibrant community committed to transformative knowledge.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.84
Journal Impact Factor3.00
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)3.30
H-Index98
Journal IF Without Self3.00
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.75
Influence0.73
Immediacy Index0.60
Cited Half Life8.60
Citing Half Life7.50
JCI0.80
Total Documents2331
WOS Total Citations5771
SCIMAGO Total Citations13584
SCIMAGO SELF Citations1842
Scopus Journal Rank0.84
Cites / Document (2 Years)3.54
Cites / Document (3 Years)3.97
Cites / Document (4 Years)4.33

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Sociology and Political Science in Social Sciences
Rank #124/1466
Percentile 91.54
Quartile Q1
Development in Social Sciences
Rank #41/306
Percentile 86.60
Quartile Q1
Business and International Management in Business, Management and Accounting
Rank #115/443
Percentile 74.04
Quartile Q2

IF (Web Of Science)

ECONOMICS
Rank 119/597
Percentile 80.20
Quartile Q1
REGIONAL & URBAN PLANNING
Rank 15/54
Percentile 73.10
Quartile Q2

JCI (Web Of Science)

ECONOMICS
Rank 181/600
Percentile 69.83
Quartile Q2
REGIONAL & URBAN PLANNING
Rank 14/54
Percentile 74.07
Quartile Q2
PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT
Rank N/A

Quartile History

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