The Economist

What drives the wage gap between men and women?

Title: The Primary Factor Behind the Gender Pay Divide

Unexpectedly, it remains motherhood

Research continues to point to parenthood as the central driver of the wage disparity between men and women. Despite various efforts to address gender inequality in the workplace, the data consistently highlights that becoming a mother is the most significant factor contributing to the earnings gap.


Source: The Economist Generated at: 2026-02-11 17:27:08 UTC

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