This paper studies the impact of female executives on risk-taking using US bank panel data from 2002 to 2010. It provides evidence that female executives reduce risk-taking in banks, but the risk-reduction becomes less effective during crisis years. We also find that a more balanced gender ratio...

Despite South Africa’s progressive and comprehensive labour legislation that promotes gender equality in the workplace, this goal has not been fully achieved as yet. This is particularly evident when comparing managerial ranks, particularly in top management at South African banks. This...