Women entrepreneurs: the hidden asset of European growth - Paperjam

Europe continues to underutilise a significant share of its talent pool, and the economic impact is substantial. As highlighted in Paperjam, the continent is missing out on an estimated €250 billion in annual economic output because women remain underrepresented in the workforce, particularly in senior and decision-making roles. Persistent structural barriers — including unequal access to leadership positions, heavier caregiving responsibilities, and limited access to networks or capital — continue to constrain women’s full participation in the economy.

The article argues that closing this gap is not only a matter of fairness, but of economic competitiveness. Strengthening support structures, improving workplace policies, and ensuring equal progression opportunities would allow Europe to better harness the skills and expertise of women across sectors. Doing so would unlock significant productivity gains and contribute to more resilient, innovative, and sustainable economic growth across the EU.

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