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Trump expands 401(k) access to alternative assets
Trump signs executive order to expand access to alternative assets in 401(k) retirement accounts amid risks and opportunities
Trump signs executive order to expand access to alternative assets in 401(k) retirement accounts amid risks and opportunities
– Trump signed an executive order to increase access to alternative assets in 401(k) accounts.
– Critics worry about risks, fees, and transparency in these investments.
Critics, however, expressed concerns about the risks, higher fees, and lower transparency associated with these investments.
Asset managers, including BlackRock, welcomed the decision, highlighting the potential for modernising retirement savings.
The order directs the Labor Secretary and SEC to facilitate easier access to these assets without adding specific legal protections. Analysts noted that this could unlock significant opportunities for major players in the alternative asset market.
Market Implications
Expanding access to alternative assets could impact both competition and investor security.
Many in the industry suggest the need for litigation reform before significant market changes occur.
Lawmakers like Democratic Senator Elizabeth Warren have raised concerns about protections for investors in this evolving landscape.
