Why Women Are Poorer Than Men and What We Can Do About It

Did you know? • Almost 70% of the homeless in the UK are women. • In the US, 1,500 of the largest companies are led by more men named John than women overall. • Women outperform men in education at all levels from high school to PhD—but still earn less. Economic inequality between men and women has existed throughout history. It exists today as well. Annabelle Williams analyzes the gender gap in wealth and explains why so few women make it into the super-rich—and why women make up the majority among the poor. Her research touches many spheres of public life: from gender myths that put women at a disadvantage in society to real government laws that restrict rights; from political decisions made by men for men and the disappointing consequences they have for women and children; from a male-oriented economy to ignoring women’s biological needs. This groundbreaking exposé will help you make financial decisions and gives you the knowledge needed to demand equality. Annabelle Williams is a journalist and editor specializing in investments, economics, and working with clients. In the past, she covered The Times; now she appears on TV and radio, and with all the passion in the world she talks about financial inequality between the sexes.