隨著經(jīng)濟學越來越專業(yè)化，經(jīng)濟學家之間的交流變得更加重要。《經(jīng)濟調(diào)查雜志》力求改進新思想的交流。它為經(jīng)濟學家提供了一種方法，使他們能夠了解當前專業(yè)化之外的最新發(fā)展。涵蓋的領域包括：經(jīng)濟學、計量經(jīng)濟學、經(jīng)濟史和商業(yè)經(jīng)濟學。

As economics becomes increasingly specialized, communication amongst economists becomes even more important. The Journal of Economic Surveys seeks to improve the communication of new ideas. It provides a means by which economists can keep abreast of recent developments beyond their immediate specialization. Areas covered include: economics, econometrics, economic history and business economics.