The Business Times

Arunima Sharan

The stakes are high, but the opportunity to foster meaningful change remains within reach – if the commitment to gender diversity endures.
THE BROAD VIEW

An uphill battle for gender parity in financial leadership

Mounting obstacles include a tougher macroeconomic climate and political uncertainty stemming from leadership changes globally

Gender disparities – in opportunities, outcomes and levels of representation – have detrimental effects on both micro- and macroeconomic indicators.
THE BOTTOM LINE

Why gender equality is macro-critical

Gender parity is not just a moral imperative, it is an economic necessity

Diversity acts as a bulwark against ‘groupthink’ in financial institutions, fostering a more accurate reflection of the societies they serve.

Slow gender equality progress sees historic milestones

Impact of well-intentioned policies remains to be seen

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