EDI

This study of diversity in the workplace reaffirms the global relevance of the link between diversity. Results include: The relationship between diversity and business performance persists; Both gender and ethnic/cultural diversity contribute to higher profitability; and The penalty for bottom-quartile performance on diversity persists.

Catalyst presents the results of a Credit Suisse report looking at over 3,000 companies globally. The numbers suggest that on global average, women held 14.7% of board seats in 2015. There is also discussion of sector variations, the benefits of gender-balanced boards, and a brief breakdown of certain countries and regions.