The World Bank Economic Review

The World Bank Economic Review is to encourage and support research in the field of development economics. 

We seek to publish and disseminate innovative theoretical and empirical research that identifies, analyzes, measures, and evaluates the macro and micro-economic forces that promote or impede economic development with a view towards providing the knowledge necessary for designing, implementing, and sustaining effective development policies in low and middle income countries.

In addition to full-length research articles, WBER publishes short-format papers that deliver timely, policy-relevant economic findings using rigorous methods. These concise contributions are especially welcome when they illuminate emerging development challenges or provide first-cut evidence on new data or policies. Our intended audience comprises a worldwide readership of economists and other social scientists in government, business, international agencies, universities, and research institutions.