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Journal of Asian Business and Economic Studies (University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City · Emerald)

English; research and review papers ≤ 7,500 words; structured abstract ≤ 250 words; ≤ 6 keywords; Harvard; double-blind review.

University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City (published via Emerald) · ISSN 2515-964X · 2615-9112 · Scopus · Economics 2 pts

Formatting requirements

Paper & margins	A4; top 2.5, bottom 2.5, left 2.5, right 2.5 cm (tool default)
Font & size	Times New Roman 12 pt (tool default)
Line spacing	1.5 (tool default)
Page numbers	Bottom center
Citation style	Harvard
Abstract	up to 250 words
Keywords	up to 6 keywords
Word count	up to 7500 words

From the journal’s website · Checked on 2026-10-02 · Source of rules

The word count includes tables and figures (about 280 words for each table or figure). Emerald does not specify margins, font or line spacing.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the margins and font for JABES?

Paper & margins: A4; top 2.5, bottom 2.5, left 2.5, right 2.5 cm (tool default). Font & size: Times New Roman 12 pt (tool default).

Where do these rules come from?

From the journal’s website, checked on 2026-10-02. The word count includes tables and figures (about 280 words for each table or figure). Emerald does not specify margins, font or line spacing.