About the Journal

European Economic Letters (EEL) is an international, peer-reviewed scholarly journal dedicated to advancing high-quality research in the field of economics and related interdisciplinary domains. The journal follows a single-blind peer review process, ensuring academic integrity, transparency, and impartial evaluation of all submitted manuscripts.

EEL provides a platform for the dissemination of rigorous theoretical, empirical, and policy-oriented research that contributes to the understanding of economic phenomena at regional, national, and global levels, with a particular interest in European economic issues and comparative international perspectives.

The journal is committed to maintaining the highest standards of publication ethics and adheres to internationally recognized guidelines, including those recommended by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE).

Aims & Scope
EEL aims to publish concise, impactful, and rigorously reviewed research articles that contribute to the advancement of economic knowledge. The journal welcomes original research, short communications, and policy notes across a broad spectrum of economic disciplines, including but not limited to:

  • Microeconomics and Macroeconomics
  • International Economics and Trade
  • Development Economics
  • Financial Economics and Banking
  • Behavioral and Experimental Economics
  • Environmental and Resource Economics
  • Public Economics and Policy Analysis
  • Digital Economy and Emerging Markets

The journal particularly encourages submissions that provide clear policy relevance, methodological innovation, and empirical robustness.

Peer Review & Editorial Process
EEL follows a single-blind peer review process to ensure fairness, objectivity, and academic integrity. All submitted manuscripts undergo:

  1. Initial editorial screening for scope, quality, and ethical compliance
  2. Evaluation by at least two independent expert reviewers
  3. Editorial decision based on reviewers’ recommendations

The journal adheres to international publishing ethics and best practices, including guidelines from Committee on Publication Ethics.

International Editorial Board
The journal is guided by an international editorial board comprising experienced researchers and academicians from diverse geographical regions and institutions. The board ensures:

  • Academic quality and subject expertise
  • Transparent editorial decisions
  • Continuous development of journal standards

Publication Ethics & Integrity
EEL maintains strict ethical standards in publishing:

  • Zero tolerance for plagiarism, data fabrication, or falsification
  • Mandatory use of plagiarism detection tools
  • Clear policies on authorship, conflicts of interest, and corrections/retractions
  • Compliance with COPE and international scholarly publishing norms

Publication Frequency & Accessibility

  • Frequency: Quarterly
  • Access Model: Open Access (all articles freely available online)
  • Archiving: Digital preservation through recognized repositories (e.g., LOCKSS, CLOCKSS — must be implemented)

Copyright & Licensing
Authors retain copyright of their work, published under an appropriate open-access license (e.g., Creative Commons Attribution License), allowing unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction with proper citation.

Commitment to Quality
EEL is dedicated to maintaining high editorial standards, ethical publishing practices, and global academic relevance. The journal strives to serve as a credible platform for economists, policymakers, and researchers worldwide.