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

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.