Journal of Accounting Research
Impact Factor Trend (2022–2026)
Clarivate IF trend for Journal of Accounting Research
SCImago Journal Rank citation prestige weighting
186 papers with at least that number of citations each
Aims & Scope
The Journal of Accounting Research is a general-interest accounting journal. It publishes original research in all areas of accounting and related fields that utilizes tools from basic disciplines such as economics, statistics, psychology, and sociology. This research typically uses analytical, empirical archival, experimental, and field study methods and addresses economic questions, external and internal, in accounting, auditing, disclosure, financial reporting, taxation, and information as well as related fields such as corporate finance, investments, capital markets, law, contracting, and information economics.
Special Issues
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WoS Categories & Quartiles
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BUSINESS, FINANCE
BUSINESS, FINANCE
Annual Historical Statistics & Publications
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SCImago & Scopus Journal Intelligence
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Scopus 3-Year Publication & Citation Window
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Societal Impact & Inclusivity (SCImago)
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Citations per Document
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Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) Classification
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Academic Intelligence Overview & Context
ImpaQ AnalysisJournal of Accounting Research (ISSN: 0021-8456) is a peer-reviewed international scholarly journal in the field of BUSINESS, published by Wiley-Blackwell in United Kingdom. The periodical holds a Journal Impact Factor (JIF) of 10.4, ranking in quartile Q1 of Web of Science (SCIE), a Scopus SJR indicator of 9.774 (Q1), an H-index of 186.
The journal enforces rigorous peer evaluation with an annual output of approximately 54 scientific articles. In terms of accessibility and author fees, it operates under the Hybrid model with an estimated APC of $4,788 USD. It serves as a benchmark publication platform for academics, researchers, and doctoral candidates seeking global research visibility.
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