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U.S. proposes opening 401(k) plans to private equity and crypto

The Trump administration has proposed new rules allowing alternative assets such as private equity, private credit, and cryptocurrencies to be included in 401(k) retirement plans, aiming to broaden investment options and potentially enhance returns and diversification for savers. The move, led by the Department of Labor, would ease longstanding restrictions and provide guidance and legal protections for plan trustees evaluating these more complex and less liquid investments. While industry groups have welcomed the proposal as a way to unlock new capital and improve retirement outcomes, critics warn of higher fees, valuation challenges, and liquidity risks for retail investors. The rule will undergo a 60-day consultation period, with final adoption still pending.

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