The gender pay gap in Europe remains significant, with women earning on average 12.7% less than men in 2022. Despite some progress, the gap varies widely across countries, with Estonia having the highest gap at 21.3%. Factors contributing to the gap include sectoral segregation, pay discrimination, unequal unpaid work, and the glass ceiling. Women's employment rates are lower despite higher education levels, and the gap in labor force participation persists. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)