Journal of Chinese Economic and Business Studies

Aims & Scope

The Journal of Chinese Economic and Business Studies ( JCEBS) is dedicated to publishing original research that addresses key aspects of sustainable development, with a particular focus on the 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Our multidisciplinary approach spans economics, finance and business, with an emphasis on research that contributes to our understanding of global challenges such as climate change, the integration of big data and financial technology into economic systems, and the promotion of equality and diversity.

We particularly value research that provides insights into the dynamics of financial development, economic growth, and the role of inclusive institutions in promoting sustainable and equitable development.

Although the journal has historically published content focused on and around China, we welcome submissions that extend beyond China and the journal provides a platform for research that has implications for developing and developed economies alike.

We seek articles that not only align with the broader SDGs, but also contribute to the discourse on how economic policies and business practices can be aligned with sustainable development goals.

JCEBS is committed to a rigorous, double-anonymised peer-review process that ensures the publication of high-quality full papers, short research letters and review articles.

JCEBS serves as an academic forum for researchers and practitioners to explore and disseminate findings that have the potential to inform policy and practice, and advance the agenda for a sustainable future.

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Metrics & Ranking

Impact Factor

Year	Value
2025	3.7
2024	2.40

Journal Rank

Year	Value
2024	5828

Journal Citation Indicator

Year	Value
2024	330

SJR (SCImago Journal Rank)

Year	Value
2024	0.886

Quartile

Year	Value
2024	Q1

h-index

Year	Value
2024	28

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Abstracting & Indexing

Journal is indexed in leading academic databases, ensuring global visibility and accessibility of our peer-reviewed research.

• Scopus
• Google Scholar
• Web of Science

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Subjects & Keywords

Journal’s research areas, covering key disciplines and specialized sub-topics in Economics, Econometrics and Finance, designed to support cutting-edge academic discovery.

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Most Cited Articles

The Most Cited Articles section features the journal's most impactful research, based on citation counts. These articles have been referenced frequently by other researchers, indicating their significant contribution to their respective fields.

• Estimation of China's provincial capital stock (1952–2004) with applications

  Citation: 186

  Authors: Jun

• Productivity growth and convergence across China's industrial economy

  Citation: 115

  Authors: Gary H., Thomas G., Yifan

• Bank profitability and GDP growth in China: a note

  Citation: 102

  Authors: Yong, Christos

• From fiction to fact: the growing role of generative AI in business and finance

  Citation: 98

  Authors: Boyang, Zongxiao, Ruoran

• Household savings in China

  Citation: 85

  Authors: Riccardo, Daniela

• Technology transfer, indigenous innovation and leapfrogging in green technology: the solar-PV industry in China and India

  Citation: 80

  Authors: Xiaolan, Jing

• Digital economy in the post-pandemic era

  Citation: 76

  Authors: Xiaojuan

• Understanding China's move into Africa: an empirical analysis

  Citation: 74

  Authors: Mario, Marco

• Boosting economic growth through energy in Africa: the role of Chinese investment and institutional quality

  Citation: 71

  Authors: Abdulrasheed, Irfan

• The effects of corporate governance and ownership on the innovation performance of Chinese SMEs

  Citation: 71

  Authors: Daniel, Yao, Miaojun, Weiying

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