The Financial Divide: How Heterosexual Relationships Perpetuate Inequality Men controlling 60% of household finances is often seen as an outdated relic of the past.
However, despite Australian women's increased financial literacy and confidence, traditional gender norms continue to shape who makes the "big" decisions.
Recent research from the University of Essex highlights a disturbing pattern: even when women are financially contributing more than ever before, they're often relegated to secondary decision makers in their households.