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Here’s what it’s like to invest in private equity — and why you don’t want it in your 401(k)

It’s not just about risk and fees, but about knowing how much you have and having access to your money when you need it.

Private Equity in Your 401(k). What Could Go Wrong?

Critics say an executive order that clears the way for alternative assets to enter retirement accounts poses risks to ...

Private Placements In 401(k) Plans: A Cautious Step Toward Broader Investment Access

Opening up 401(k) plans to include private placements means new complexities and new risks, as well as new responsibilities ...

The rich already know how private equity mints money — and it’s not from a 401(k)

The ultrawealthy are envied for many reasons. For instance, we wish we could access the same private-market investments that ...

Elizabeth Warren pushes back on plan to get private equity into 401(k)s

A typical 401(k) plan only offers stock and bond funds that invest in publicly traded companies. But private companies — ...

Trump's order could clear the way for crypto in your 401(k), but don't expect options right away

It will take time for retirement fund managers to add options like crypto and private equity to your 401(k), but plan ...

Private Equity Funds Traded in London Hint at Hidden 401(k) Risk

Private equity is moving closer to gaining entry into 401(k) accounts, but there’s no clear picture of how retail investments in the asset class will fare. The big publicly listed names — Apollo, ...

Trump 401(k) order to give Long Islanders more, but riskier, investment choices

Experts say the order could benefit younger and wealthier investors but pose risks for those nearing retirement.