Removing barriers: How online visits boost female analysts' participation

This study investigates the impact of remote meetings on the participation of female analysts in corporate visits. We find that online visits significantly increase female analysts' participation, especially under greater security risks or work–family conflicts. Additionally, our analysis shows that an increase in the number of female analysts enhances communication between analysts and management and improves forecast performance following corporate visits. These findings suggest that online visits can effectively boost female analysts' participation and enhance their work quality.