Why women's wealth deserves a different conversation
It's time to change the conversation around women and wealth
The value of investments can fall as well as rise and you could lose money.
60% of UK wealth being in women's hands stat is based on a 2022 estimate of wealth in the UK by the Centre for Economic and Business Research. 70% of women not knowing where to go for financial advice is from research by Unbiased and the FT in 2025.
The DWP's official Gender Pensions Gap in Private Pensions: 2020–2022 states that by the time they reach retirement, women in the UK often have less pension income available than men. In this episode of The Power of Good Advice, host Katie Derham is joined by Evelyn Partners experts Tracy Browne (Financial Planning Director) and Tom Cadwallader (Investment Management Director) to explore the unique challenges women face: from the mental load of family life to the impact of career breaks.
We delve into the staggering statistic that while a large proportion of wealth is in women’s hands, many don’t know where to turn for financial advice. Our experts discuss why cash is often a wasting asset and how to redefine risk as an opportunity for long-term growth. Whether you are a CEO facing decision fatigue, navigating a life event like bereavement or divorce, or simply looking to start your investment journey, this episode provides a jargon-free guide to financial empowerment.
