Journal of Research in Emerging Markets (JREM) is an open access refereed journal aimed at providing an outlet for high-quality research in finance, economics, management, and law disciplines with a particular focus on emerging and developing markets. The journal publishes original papers related to the field of emerging global economies. JREM aims to be one of the leading, most reputable, and credible journal on global emerging markets. We especially welcome papers that take financial perspectives, as well as articles addressing issues in the Middle East and Islamic economy.