Cryptocurrency Investments Unleashed in the $9 Trillion Pension Market, Trump Prepares Executive Order: Reports

According to a report by the Financial Times on the 18th, President Trump is preparing an executive order to permit investments in cryptocurrencies, gold, and private equity in the 401k retirement plan. The order is expected to be signed this week, opening up the $9 trillion U.S. pension market to alternative investments beyond traditional stocks and bonds. The executive order will direct regulatory authorities to investigate remaining barriers to implementing alternative investments under the 401k plan. It also includes considerations for a safe harbor provision that would reduce legal liabilities for plan administrators, potentially covering a wide range of asset classes from digital assets to metals and infrastructure investments.