GITNUX MARKETDATA REPORT 2024

Diversity In The Examples Of Industry Statistics

Industry statistics should showcase a range of diverse examples to accurately represent the variability in the field.

In this post, we explore a comprehensive collection of statistics highlighting the current landscape of diversity within various industries. From the impact of racial and ethnic diversity on financial returns to the representation of women in key leadership roles, these statistics shed light on the challenges and opportunities facing companies across different sectors. Join us as we delve into the data and uncover the crucial role diversity plays in driving innovation and success in today’s competitive business environment.

Statistic 1

"Companies in the top quartile for racial and ethnic diversity are 35% more likely to have financial returns above their respective national industry medians -"

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Statistic 2

"Companies in the top quartile for gender diversity on executive teams were 21% more likely to outperform on profitability."

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"In the manufacturing sector, every 1% increase in gender diversity correlates with a 3% gain in revenue."

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"In the consumer goods industry, companies with more diversity have 19% higher revenues due to innovation."

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Statistic 5

"In the oil and gas industry, only 22% of employees are women."

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"Women make up almost half (47%) of today’s labor force. In the manufacturing industry, however, that number is significantly lower: Only 29% are women."

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"In the tech industry, only 14% of engineers are women."

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"In 2017, the percentage of Black professionals in the advertising industry was just 5.8%."

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Statistic 9

"As of 2018, only 3.2% of senior leadership roles in the tech industry were held by Black professionals."

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"Out of all the workers in the U.S. construction industry, only 1% identifies as transgender."

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Statistic 11

"In the Hospitality industry, 55% of employees are women, but only 19% are in key leadership positions."

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Statistic 12

"In the Music industry, only 21.7% of artists are women."

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"Women occupy under a quarter (24%) of STEM jobs and the numbers are even lower when it comes to women of color – 11% of African American and Hispanic women, and 10% of Asian women."

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"In terms of disability diversity, only around 3.2% of roles in the UK tech industry are filled by individuals with a disability."

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"In the financial industry, just 1.3% of the $69.1 trillion in global financial assets is managed by women and minorities."

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Statistic 16

"Women now make up 36.3% of executives in the finance and insurance sectors. However, only 2% of these positions are occupied by women of color."

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Statistic 17

"Companies with an ethnic diversity score in the top quartile were 33% more likely to have above-average profitability than companies in the bottom quartile."

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Statistic 18

"In the chemical industry, 44% of companies have zero women board directors; and, out of over 2,000 companies surveyed globally, 50% have no women senior executives."

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In summary, the statistics presented clearly demonstrate the significant impact of diversity within industries. Companies that prioritize racial and ethnic diversity, gender diversity, and disability diversity tend to have higher financial returns and outperform their competitors. However, the data also highlights the existing disparities, such as the underrepresentation of women, people of color, and individuals with disabilities in various sectors. Addressing these gaps and promoting inclusivity is not only a matter of social responsibility but also a strategic business imperative for driving innovation and performance in today’s competitive landscape.

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