Gender Wage Gaps

As the political season starts to heat up, candidates will likely discuss inequalities in our society. The difference between male and female paychecks will undoubtedly be a topic of discussion. It often is. However, do all the studies on the subject compare apples to apples? Is there an inherent bias in the system? Do employers knowingly pay males more simply because of their gender? Why do female workers tend to fall behind their male counterparts? In this week’s Trading Perspectives, Sam, Courtney, and John discuss gender wage inequality and the potential causes of it. Will the men be able to make a decent case to Courtney? Or will she run them out of town?