Assessing UK Law Through the Concept of Gender Lens Investing (forthcoming Securities Regulation Law Journal, Spring Issue 2026)

Key Points

• Gender lens investing promotes financial equity and inclusion in investment decisions, directly impacting regulatory practices.
• Key evidence shows an increase in investments targeting gender equality leads to better financial outcomes and social benefits.
• The analysis utilizes frameworks related to gender lens investing to assess the implications for existing securities regulation.
• This suggests that revisiting current laws could enhance equity in the financial system, addressing systemic biases.