Gender lens equity funds grow assets to $2.67bn in 2020 as tech exposure helps performance

Microsoft and Visa among top holdings

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Assets under management (AUM) in gender lens equity funds grew 40% in 2020 to $2.67bn boosted by $106m in new funds launched during the year, as well as the performance of the technology sector, according to new research.

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