LATIN AMERICAN PERSPECTIVES

metrics 2024

Transforming Understanding Through Scholarly Discourse

Introduction

LATIN AMERICAN PERSPECTIVES is a leading academic journal dedicated to the critical examination of Latin American social, political, and economic issues. Published by SAGE Publications Inc, this journal boasts an impact in the disciplines of Geography, Planning and Development, Sociology, and Political Science, as reflected in its Q2 rankings for 2023. With its subscription model, it ensures broad accessibility to cutting-edge research and diverse perspectives on Latin American studies. Established in 1977 and converging in publication years from 1984 to the present, the journal features articles that advance scholarly discourse and foster interdisciplinary dialogue among researchers, professionals, and students alike. Recognized in Scopus for its contributions, LATIN AMERICAN PERSPECTIVES continues to be a pivotal resource for those seeking to deepen their understanding of complex regional dynamics and contribute to the global conversation surrounding Latin America.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.46
Journal Impact Factor0.90
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)1.10
H-Index47
Journal IF Without Self0.90
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.33
Influence0.52
Immediacy Index0.10
Cited Half Life10.30
Citing Half Life6.80
JCI0.51
Total Documents1510
WOS Total Citations1346
SCIMAGO Total Citations3114
SCIMAGO SELF Citations212
Scopus Journal Rank0.46
Cites / Document (2 Years)0.96
Cites / Document (3 Years)1.06
Cites / Document (4 Years)1.22

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Sociology and Political Science in Social Sciences
Rank #612/1466
Percentile 58.25
Quartile Q2
Geography, Planning and Development in Social Sciences
Rank #467/821
Percentile 43.12
Quartile Q3

IF (Web Of Science)

AREA STUDIES
Rank 57/176
Percentile 67.90
Quartile Q2
POLITICAL SCIENCE
Rank 196/317
Percentile 38.30
Quartile Q3

JCI (Web Of Science)

AREA STUDIES
Rank 106/176
Percentile 39.77
Quartile Q3
POLITICAL SCIENCE
Rank 196/317
Percentile 38.17
Quartile Q3

Quartile History

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