No region in the world has more women in positions of power and influence in finance than Asia. finews.asia explains why and names the region's top twelve female bankers.
Banking in Asia is firmly male territory – not least due to the casino-like trading mentality still prevalent in many pockets of the region. No wonder then that men still dominate securities in Asia like stock-, bond- and foreign exchange trading as well as rainmaking areas like mergers-and-acquisitions.
By contrast, wealth management was long in the shadows – and women quickly made inroads. After all, women frequently control the household purse strings in Asia. Strong ties between generations as well as reliable access to childcare have made it easier for Asia's women to re-enter the workforce after starting a family than for their U.S. and European counterparts.
In the Olympus of High Finance
Against this backdrop, countless talented female bankers have emerged in positions of power and influence in the last ten years, and contributed to the region's thriving status. Going by the strong network of up and coming female financiers, women will continue their march on high finance in Asia. finews.asia names the region's top twelve most influential female bankers.
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