About the Journal

Stock Knowledge (Opinions and Features) abbreviated as Stk. Knw. Gaz., is a quarterly open-access journal (Online ISSN 3082-6098). It follows an open publishing model, making all content—opinion pieces, in-depth feature articles, and critical commentary—freely accessible to readers without subscription barriers.

Aims and Scope

Stock Knowledge (Opinions and Features) undergoes a rigorous peer-review process. We publish:

  • Opinion essays on market trends, investment strategies, economic policy, and financial education.

  • Feature articles that delve into company profiles, sector analyses, and emerging developments in business and finance.

  • Critical commentary offering insight and perspective on financial news, investment practices, and economic issues.

Rather than original empirical studies, Stk. Knw. emphasizes informed opinion, analytical features, and interpretive commentary that advance financial literacy and market understanding.

Aims to

  1. Showcase Bold Opinions and In-Depth Features
    Provide a venue for thought leaders, analysts, and practitioners to share informed viewpoints, long-form features, and expert commentary on finance and markets.

  2. Promote Dialogue
    Serve as a platform for investors, economists, journalists, and industry experts to exchange ideas, debate challenges, and inspire one another through critical and creative writing.

  3. Share Best Practices and Insights
    Highlight successful strategies, case studies, and narrative features that inform decision-making and enrich the conversation around finance and the economy.

  4. Support Professional Growth
    Offer pieces focused on honing analytical skills, understanding regulatory changes, and developing effective communication—fostering growth for both finance professionals and writers.

  5. Encourage Interdisciplinary Perspectives
    Welcome submissions that integrate insights from economics, technology, psychology, sociology, and data science to deepen understanding and broaden the scope of financial discourse.

Publication Service Fee

  • APC: USD 20 per accepted submission (opinion or feature), payable upon acceptance.

  • Optional proofreading: USD 10

Article Types & General Writing Guidelines

3.1 Article Types
Stk. Knw. publishes opinion essays, feature articles, and related analytical pieces ranging from 2,000 to 6,000 words. Concise, well-structured contributions are encouraged. All submissions undergo peer review, and authors may indicate their preferred format in the cover letter.

3.2 Writing Guidelines
Harness Mind Publishing Author Services offers English editing, formatting, plagiarism checks, and data-analysis support. To enhance visibility, authors should use clear titles, strong keywords, and compelling introductions. Refer to the Manuscript Submission Guidelines for full details.

Editorial Policies

4.1 Peer Review Policy
Harness Mind Publishing selects expert reviewers; author-suggested reviewers are not accepted.

4.2 Authorship
All significant contributors must be listed as authors. For collaborative work, clearly indicate lead authorship.

4.3 Acknowledgements
Non-author contributions should be recognized in a separate section to preserve reviewer anonymity.

4.4 Conflict of Interest
Authors must disclose any potential conflicts.

4.5 Ethics
Although original research articles are not our focus, any use of proprietary data or interviews must meet ethical standards.

4.6 Redundant Publication
Disclose any substantial overlap with previously published work.

Publication Policies

5.1 Publication Ethics
5.1.1 Plagiarism
Harness Mind Publishing and Stock Knowledge are committed to identifying and addressing plagiarism. All submissions are screened.

5.1.2 Prior Publication
Previously published content is generally not accepted unless substantially revised and properly cited.

Preparation and Formatting

6.1 Formatting
Submit manuscripts in Word or LaTeX. Templates are available on our website.

6.2 Figures and Tables
Include charts and tables in JPEG or PNG; color is supported online. Print-quality requests may incur fees.

6.3 Supplemental Materials
Appendices, data files, or multimedia can be hosted online.

6.4 Referencing
Use APA 7th edition.

6.5 Language and Style
Submissions should reflect high standards of professional English. Harness Mind Publishing offers optional language services.

Further Information

Questions? Contact the Stock Knowledge editorial office at stock.submissions@harnessmindpub.com.

Manuscript Formatting Guidelines

  • Author Details: Full names, affiliations, ORCiDs, and contact emails. Affiliations are final upon acceptance.

  • Abstract: 200–250 words + 5–7 keywords summarizing purpose, scope, and key insights.

  • Structure: Essays and features should flow logically (e.g., Introduction, Analysis, Conclusion).

  • Visuals: Figures in JPEG/PNG; tables clearly labeled.

  • References: List only cited works; include DOIs where available.