GITNUXREPORT 2025

Diversity, Equity, And Inclusion In The Asset Management Industry Statistics

Diversity boosts performance, innovation, and inclusion in asset management industry.

Jannik Linder

Co-Founder of Gitnux, specialized in content and tech since 2016.

First published: April 29, 2025

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12% of asset management firms have formal DEI policies in place

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54% of firms have implemented unconscious bias training for their staff

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68% of asset management firms recognize DEI as a strategic priority

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40% of firms report increasing their diversity efforts due to client pressure

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70% of asset management companies aim to improve gender diversity within 3 years

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Only 10% of firms provide dedicated DEI roles or teams

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33% of firms conduct regular DEI assessments

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14% of asset management firms have comprehensive DEI training across all levels

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48% of industry respondents say clients are demanding more DEI-conscious investments

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80% of firms have programs aimed at increasing diversity, but only 23% report measurable success

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90% of firms have a written DEI policy, but only 40% actively monitor progress

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50% of asset management professionals believe strong DEI policies attract top talent

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statistics: 33% of firms provide mentorship programs specifically for underrepresented groups

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45% of asset management firms have diversity dashboards accessible to all staff

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The percentage of asset management firms with formal diversity strategies increased from 30% to 55% over five years

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55% of industry professionals believe DEI training should be mandatory for all staff

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45% of asset management employees believe their firms lack sufficient diversity initiatives

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Employees from diverse backgrounds are 30% more likely to feel engaged at work

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52% of women in the industry have considered leaving due to lack of advancement opportunities

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62% of industry professionals say DEI initiatives have positively impacted firm culture

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65% of women in the industry experience bias or discrimination

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Firms with diverse leadership are 35% more likely to outperform their peers

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78% of asset managers acknowledge that DEI influences their investment decisions

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Firms with higher ethnic and gender diversity see a 20% higher revenue growth

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85% of respondents to a recent survey say diversity improves decision-making

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Firms with a higher percentage of women in leadership are 28% more profitable

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60% of asset managers believe DEI improves innovation

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55% of executives believe DEI contributes to better client outcomes

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82% of industry professionals agree that DEI initiatives improve firm reputation

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70% of firms recognize that diversity correlates with better risk management

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60% of industry leaders believe that inclusive culture leads to better employee retention

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80% of respondents agree that DEI training improves team collaboration

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42% of firms have conducted impact assessments on their DEI initiatives

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70% of firms reported that DEI initiatives have improved innovation cycle times

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85% of industry professionals agree that diversity enhances client trust

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20% of surveyed firms report increased profitability after implementing DEI measures

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75% of firms acknowledge the importance of diversity for long-term sustainability

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The percentage of women in senior roles increased from 12% to 16% over the last five years

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Executives of diverse backgrounds are 40% more likely to be promoted to senior roles

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65% of industry professionals believe inclusive leadership is critical for success

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Women hold approximately 16% of leadership roles in the asset management industry

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Minority representation in asset management firms is around 8%

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Only 22% of portfolio managers are women

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Millennials and Gen Z make up over 60% of the workforce in asset management

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Just 8% of senior leadership in asset management is from racial minorities

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57% of asset management firms report actively tracking diversity metrics

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Less than 5% of executive positions are held by Black professionals in asset management

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The percentage of LGBTQ+ employees in asset management is approximately 10%

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25% of entry-level hires in asset management are from underrepresented groups

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The average age of asset management employees is 42 years, indicating room for more diverse age representation

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38% of firms report difficulty in recruiting diverse talent

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The number of Black asset managers increased by 15% over the past five years

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19% of asset management firms do not publicly disclose their diversity statistics

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The share of minority-owned asset management firms has increased by 25% in the past decade

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Women of color make up approximately 5% of the asset management workforce

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Only 15% of industry awards in finance recognize contributions from underrepresented groups

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58% of asset management firms have set goals for increasing BIPOC representation within five years

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25% of current industry leadership positions are held by women of color

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35% of asset management firms have partnerships with organizations supporting underrepresented groups

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Key Highlights

Women hold approximately 16% of leadership roles in the asset management industry
Minority representation in asset management firms is around 8%
Firms with diverse leadership are 35% more likely to outperform their peers
78% of asset managers acknowledge that DEI influences their investment decisions
Only 22% of portfolio managers are women
12% of asset management firms have formal DEI policies in place
Millennials and Gen Z make up over 60% of the workforce in asset management
Firms with higher ethnic and gender diversity see a 20% higher revenue growth
45% of asset management employees believe their firms lack sufficient diversity initiatives
Just 8% of senior leadership in asset management is from racial minorities
57% of asset management firms report actively tracking diversity metrics
85% of respondents to a recent survey say diversity improves decision-making
Employees from diverse backgrounds are 30% more likely to feel engaged at work

Despite growing recognition of its critical importance, the asset management industry still grapples with underrepresentation and uneven progress in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, as only 16% of leadership roles are held by women and a mere 8% by racial minorities, highlighting both the challenges and the immense opportunities for firms committed to fostering a more inclusive future.

Diversity and Inclusion Policies and Strategies

12% of asset management firms have formal DEI policies in place
54% of firms have implemented unconscious bias training for their staff
68% of asset management firms recognize DEI as a strategic priority
40% of firms report increasing their diversity efforts due to client pressure
70% of asset management companies aim to improve gender diversity within 3 years
Only 10% of firms provide dedicated DEI roles or teams
33% of firms conduct regular DEI assessments
14% of asset management firms have comprehensive DEI training across all levels
48% of industry respondents say clients are demanding more DEI-conscious investments
80% of firms have programs aimed at increasing diversity, but only 23% report measurable success
90% of firms have a written DEI policy, but only 40% actively monitor progress
50% of asset management professionals believe strong DEI policies attract top talent
statistics: 33% of firms provide mentorship programs specifically for underrepresented groups
45% of asset management firms have diversity dashboards accessible to all staff
The percentage of asset management firms with formal diversity strategies increased from 30% to 55% over five years
55% of industry professionals believe DEI training should be mandatory for all staff

Diversity and Inclusion Policies and Strategies Interpretation

While over half of asset management firms now recognize DEI as a strategic priority and have increased efforts—yet only a tenth dedicate specialized teams—it's clear that making diversity a measurable, mandatory part of the investment industry isn't just a moral imperative but a pressing business necessity.

Employee Experiences and Workplace Culture

45% of asset management employees believe their firms lack sufficient diversity initiatives
Employees from diverse backgrounds are 30% more likely to feel engaged at work
52% of women in the industry have considered leaving due to lack of advancement opportunities
62% of industry professionals say DEI initiatives have positively impacted firm culture
65% of women in the industry experience bias or discrimination

Employee Experiences and Workplace Culture Interpretation

Despite widespread recognition of DEI's positive impact, nearly half of asset management employees feel their firms lack sufficient initiatives, highlighting a critical disconnect between acknowledgment and action in fostering truly inclusive workplaces.

Impact of Diversity on Business Performance

Firms with diverse leadership are 35% more likely to outperform their peers
78% of asset managers acknowledge that DEI influences their investment decisions
Firms with higher ethnic and gender diversity see a 20% higher revenue growth
85% of respondents to a recent survey say diversity improves decision-making
Firms with a higher percentage of women in leadership are 28% more profitable
60% of asset managers believe DEI improves innovation
55% of executives believe DEI contributes to better client outcomes
82% of industry professionals agree that DEI initiatives improve firm reputation
70% of firms recognize that diversity correlates with better risk management
60% of industry leaders believe that inclusive culture leads to better employee retention
80% of respondents agree that DEI training improves team collaboration
42% of firms have conducted impact assessments on their DEI initiatives
70% of firms reported that DEI initiatives have improved innovation cycle times
85% of industry professionals agree that diversity enhances client trust
20% of surveyed firms report increased profitability after implementing DEI measures
75% of firms acknowledge the importance of diversity for long-term sustainability

Impact of Diversity on Business Performance Interpretation

In a sector where diversity isn't just a moral imperative but a strategic advantage—boosting performance, innovation, and reputation—asset management firms that embrace inclusion are proving that broad perspectives aren't just politically correct, but profitably correct.

Leadership Diversity and Career Advancement

The percentage of women in senior roles increased from 12% to 16% over the last five years
Executives of diverse backgrounds are 40% more likely to be promoted to senior roles
65% of industry professionals believe inclusive leadership is critical for success

Leadership Diversity and Career Advancement Interpretation

While women now comprise 16% of senior roles—up from 12%—and diverse executives enjoy a 40% higher promotion rate, the fact that 65% of industry professionals deem inclusive leadership crucial suggests the asset management industry still has a significant journey ahead in translating diversity into meaningful corporate leadership.

Representation of Underrepresented Groups

Women hold approximately 16% of leadership roles in the asset management industry
Minority representation in asset management firms is around 8%
Only 22% of portfolio managers are women
Millennials and Gen Z make up over 60% of the workforce in asset management
Just 8% of senior leadership in asset management is from racial minorities
57% of asset management firms report actively tracking diversity metrics
Less than 5% of executive positions are held by Black professionals in asset management
The percentage of LGBTQ+ employees in asset management is approximately 10%
25% of entry-level hires in asset management are from underrepresented groups
The average age of asset management employees is 42 years, indicating room for more diverse age representation
38% of firms report difficulty in recruiting diverse talent
The number of Black asset managers increased by 15% over the past five years
19% of asset management firms do not publicly disclose their diversity statistics
The share of minority-owned asset management firms has increased by 25% in the past decade
Women of color make up approximately 5% of the asset management workforce
Only 15% of industry awards in finance recognize contributions from underrepresented groups
58% of asset management firms have set goals for increasing BIPOC representation within five years
25% of current industry leadership positions are held by women of color
35% of asset management firms have partnerships with organizations supporting underrepresented groups

Representation of Underrepresented Groups Interpretation

While the asset management industry makes strides like a 15% increase in Black asset managers and a growing number of minority-owned firms, its persistent gender, racial, and age gaps—highlighted by only 16% women in leadership and just 8% racial minority senior execs—reveal that diversity initiatives are still more talk than transformation in a sector whose future depends on more than just tracking metrics.