Trump’s new executive order could dramatically change your retirement account — why you need to be careful now

New rules are expanding what Americans can hold in their 401(k)s and other tax-advantaged retirement accounts. An executive order signed by President Donald Trump has opened the door for certain “alternative assets” — like private credit, private equity, and even cryptocurrencies — to be included in their portfolios. [1] Proponents say this shift “democratizes” access to investment opportunities traditionally reserved for institutions and the wealthy. Critics, however, warn that these assets carry comple ...