The Journal of Behavioral Finance and Financial Market (JBFFM) invites submissions of high-quality manuscripts that contribute to the growing field of behavioral finance, particularly those that investigate the psychological, emotional, social, and cognitive factors influencing financial decisions and market outcomes. We welcome contributions from scholars, practitioners, and policymakers that are grounded in solid theory and practice, offering new insights into how finance operates beyond traditional rational models.
📝 Types of Manuscripts Accepted:
Research Articles: Full-length empirical, theoretical, or experimental studies (max. 8,000 words).
Review Papers: Critical syntheses of current developments in behavioral finance.
Short Communications: Brief papers presenting innovative ideas, preliminary findings, or unique datasets (2,000–3,000 words).
Case Studies / Practitioner Insights: Real-world behavioral finance applications in markets, policy, or firm-level contexts.
Commentaries / Letters to the Editor: Scholarly responses or critical reflections on previously published articles.
📚 Manuscript Preparation:
Language: All submissions must be in clear, formal academic English.
Format: Use Microsoft Word, Times New Roman 12pt font, double-spaced, with 1-inch margins.
Title Page: Include manuscript title, full author names, affiliations, email addresses, and ORCID iDs (if available).
Abstract: 150–250 words, summarizing objectives, methods, findings, and implications.
Keywords: 4–6 relevant keywords.
Referencing Style: Use APA 7th edition for in-text citations and reference list.
Figures & Tables: Place within the text and number them sequentially with descriptive captions.
📤 Submission Process:
All manuscripts should be submitted via email to:
📧 submission@marksacademicpress.academy
Please include the manuscript file and a brief cover letter stating the article’s significance and how it aligns with JBFFM’s aims and scope.
🔍 Peer Review Process:
Submissions undergo a double-blind peer review by at least two independent experts. Reviewers assess manuscripts based on originality, methodological rigor, contribution to the field, clarity of presentation, and practical implications. Decisions are typically communicated within 6–8 weeks.
📜 Ethical Publishing Policy:
JBFFM upholds the highest standards of academic integrity. Manuscripts must be original, unpublished, and free from plagiarism. Authors are required to disclose any conflicts of interest and ensure that any research involving human participants has received appropriate ethical approval.
🌐 Open Access Policy:
All articles published in JBFFM are freely accessible to readers worldwide. JBFFM supports open knowledge under the [insert license type, e.g., Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0)], ensuring authors retain copyright while promoting scholarly sharing.
