Women in the EU still earned, on average, 12% less than men in 2023, according to Eurostat. The EU's Pay Transparency Directive, which member states must incorporate into their national laws by June 2026, aims to address the gender pay gap.
However, some business groups oppose certain provisions and are calling for an exemption for companies with 100 to 250 employees, rather than limiting it to those with fewer than 50 workers.
