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Persistent Inequality in Publishing in Economics

Economy
United States
Started July 14, 2026

This paper documents new facts about concentration in publishing in economics. First, the profession grows downward . The number of economists grew almost sixfold since 1990, but new entrants publish in lower-tier journals while incumbents hold the top. Second, there is high and persistent concentration at the top. Along with the downward growth, the top-1% […] The post Persistent Inequality in Publishing in Economics appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION. CommentsIn reply to Dismalist. OK, b...

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The significant growth of new economists publishing in lower-tier journals reflects a broader issue of accessibility and opportunity in academia.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • Jul 14, 2026
Persistent inequality in publishing creates barriers for emerging economists, perpetuating a cycle of elitism in economic discourse.
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The concentration of publishing in top-tier economics journals stifles diversity of thought and innovation in the field.
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Incumbents holding top publication spots ensures quality control and maintains high standards in economic research.
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The rise of lower-tier journals could be a natural evolution, allowing niche topics to flourish outside of elite circles.
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