Brazilian Review of Finance 2016 Editorial Report

Main Article Content

Marcio Poletti Laurini

Abstract

RBFin is the main Brazilian publication outlet of academic papers about finance. Using the Open Journals System to manage the editorial process, publication of RBFin adheres to a strict publication schedule. The journal is indexed by EconLit, RedALyC, Proquest, Google Scholar, Gale and Ebsco and is listed in the JEL, DOAJ, Latindex, OpenJGate, and Cabell’s directories. RBFin is rated B1 in the business and economics areas of the Brazilian classification system. The editorial board undergoes partial turnover every year and comprises 19 individuals from four countries, the Brazilian members being affiliated with universities in five different Brazilian states. The acceptance rate was 43% for the 2016 year. The average number of days between receipt and first decision for articles submitted in 2016 was 143. The average number of days between receipt and final decision for articles submitted in 2016 was 154. The worst case was 381 days. Twenty-nine individuals served as reviewers in 2016.

Article Details

Section
Editorial