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Wall Street sees a $10 trillion opening as Washington rewrites 401(k) rules

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New Department of Labor rules aim to provide a framework for including alternative assets like private equity and credit in 401(k) retirement plans.

Summary

The U.S. Department of Labor has proposed a rule establishing a compliance framework for including alternative assets, such as private equity and private credit, in 401(k) plans. While the proposal stems from an executive order and has sparked interest regarding digital assets, analysts suggest private equity and credit are more likely to see earlier adoption. The rule offers a "safe harbor" for fiduciaries, but critics warn of high fees, valuation complexities, and liquidity risks that could impact long-term retirement savings.

(Source:CryptoSlate)