The gender pay gap in Europe is significant, with women earning 12% less than men and facing a 22% lower pension income on average. The gap varies across countries, with some exceeding 35%. Factors contributing to this gap include reduced working hours due to motherhood, long-term inequalities in labor market participation, and the impact of pension system designs. While the average gender pension gap has decreased from 28% in 2007 to 22% in 2024, disparities remain, particularly in Southern and Eastern Europe. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)