Trump to Sign Order Allowing Crypto, Gold in 401(k)s, FT Reports

July 17, 2025, 9:05 PM UTC

President Trump is preparing to open the US retirement market to cryptocurrency investments, gold and private equity, Financial Times reports, citing three people who have been briefed on Trump’s plans.

  • Trump is expected to sign an executive order as soon as this week, FT reports
    • Investments to include digital assets, metals, funds focused on corporate takeovers, private loans and infrastructure deals
  • Executive order would instruct regulatory agencies to investigate remaining hurdles needed to allow for alternative investments to be included in 401(k) funds, FT says
  • NOTE: White House Readies Order to Bring Private Equity to 401(k)s

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