Preprint Sharing
Authors may share their manuscripts as preprints (e.g., on recognized preprint servers) prior to or during the peer review process. The posting of a preprint does not constitute prior publication and does not affect the originality or eligibility of the manuscript for publication in the Journal. Authors are advised to avoid multiple, redundant, or concurrent publication and to ensure that preprint sharing complies with ethical publishing standards.

Preprints on SSRN
In line with open research practices, Bank and Policy supports preprint posting on SSRN, a widely recognized preprint and early research repository. Upon submission, authors may choose to post their manuscript on SSRN after it has passed the Journal’s initial editorial screening (desk review). Preprints made available on SSRN may benefit from:
early assignment of a preprint DOI;
increased visibility and early dissemination of research findings;
potential for early scholarly feedback and citations;
linkage to the final published version of record, if the manuscript is accepted.

Editorial Independence
The decision to post or not post a preprint has no influence on the editorial evaluation, peer review process, or final publication decision.

Author Responsibilities
The corresponding author is responsible for:
obtaining consent from all co-authors prior to posting a manuscript as a preprint;
ensuring that the preprint version clearly indicates that it has not yet been peer reviewed;
complying with the terms and conditions of the selected preprint platform.

Final Note
Authors are encouraged to consult the relevant preprint server policies (e.g., SSRN Terms of Use) for further information.

Bank and Policy publishes peer-reviewed scholarly articles in the fields of banking, finance, economics, public policy, and governance. The Journal accepts the following types of manuscripts:
1. Empirical Research Articles
Original studies based on primary or secondary data, clearly structured into Introduction, Methodology, Results, and Discussion.
Length: 5,000–10,000 words
Abstract: 200–350 words
Language: English

2. Literature Review Articles
Critical and integrative reviews, including systematic reviews and meta-analyses, identifying gaps and future research directions.
Length: 5,000–7,500 words
Abstract: 200–250 words
Language: English

3. Theoretical Articles
Conceptual and theory-driven contributions that develop, refine, or critically assess theories relevant to the journal’s scope.
Length: 5,000–7,500 words
Abstract: 200–250 words
Language: English

4. Methodological Articles
Papers presenting new or improved research methods or analytical approaches; empirical data may be used for illustration only.
Length: 4,000–5,000 words
Abstract: 200–250 words
Language: English

5. Book Reviews
Critical evaluations of recently published scholarly books relevant to banking, finance, and public policy.
Length: Maximum 6 pages
Abstract: Not required

All manuscripts presenting empirical or data-based research are subject to transparency screening prior to publication.

1. Citation Standards
All data sets, analytical codes, and research materials used in a manuscript must be appropriately cited in the text and listed in the reference section where applicable.
Authors are encouraged to use persistent identifiers (e.g., DOI) for data and code to ensure long-term accessibility.

2. Data Availability and Transparency
Authors must include a Data Availability Statement indicating:

• whether the data supporting the findings are available;
• where and how the data can be accessed; or
• justified reasons for data restrictions (e.g., confidentiality, legal or ethical constraints).

3. Code (Analytical Methods) Transparency
Where applicable, authors should state whether the analytical code or statistical scripts used in the study are available and indicate the repository or platform where they can be accessed.

4. Research Materials Transparency
Authors must indicate whether the research materials (e.g., questionnaires, survey instruments, experimental protocols) are available and, if so, where they can be accessed.

5. Research Design and Analysis Transparency
Authors are expected to clearly describe the research design, data collection procedures, and analytical methods to allow readers to assess the validity and reliability of the study. Transparency in methodological reporting is strongly encouraged.

6. Preregistration of Studies and Analysis Plans
Authors should indicate whether the study and/or analysis plan was preregistered in an independent registry.
If preregistration was conducted, authors must provide a reference or link. If not, this should be clearly stated without penalty.

7. Replication Research
Bank and Policy encourages the submission of replication studies, particularly those that replicate or extend previously published research in the Journal.

Compliance
Upon submission, authors confirm that their manuscript complies with this policy. Manuscripts that do not include the required transparency statements may be returned for revision prior to peer review.