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Gender parity research shows a lack of progress and persistent challenges

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JP Morgan’s Global State of Gender Balance 2025 research predicts full gender parity is still 134 years away.

JP Morgan’s Global State of Gender Balance in 2025: Signs of Progress Plateauing research paints a complex picture of global gender equality, revealing both strides made and significant hurdles remaining. While progress is evident in some areas, the overarching message is one of slow, uneven advancement.

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