
Private Equity and Crypto Could Be Coming for Your 401k
from The Journal.
by The Wall Street Journal & Spotify Studios
Published: Thu Aug 21 2025
Show Notes
President Trump recently signed an executive order that could make it easier for everyday Americans to invest their retirement savings in assets that lie outside public markets, such as private equity, cryptocurrency and private real estate. WSJ’s Anne Targesen explains how 401ks have evolved, and the risks and rewards of adding these alternative assets to people’s retirement accounts. Oyin Adedoyin hosts.
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