- Trump is preparing an executive order to allow the $9 trillion US retirement market to invest in Bitcoin and crypto.
- The order would remove regulatory barriers and create legal protections for 401(k) plan administrators offering these investments.
- Major firms like BlackRock and Blackstone expect billions in new capital once the rule takes effect.
President Donald Trump is preparing to sign an executive order allowing the $9 trillion US retirement market to invest in Bitcoin, gold, and private equity. This week, the order could be signed to clear regulatory hurdles for alternative asset investments in 401(k) accounts.
The proposed executive order would direct federal agencies to remove regulatory barriers preventing crypto and private assets from being included in professionally managed 401(k) plans. Most retirement accounts are currently limited to mutual funds holding public stocks and bonds.
Major Investment Firms Stand to Benefit
According to Bloomberg sources, the Trump administration is finalizing an executive order that would pave the way for 401(k) retirement savings plans to invest in private equity. Major investment firms, including BlackRock, Blackstone, and Apollo, have been preparing to offer private assets through retirement plans and expect to attract billions in new capital once the rule takes effect.
The order would create legal protections for 401(k) plan administrators by establishing a safe harbor that limits their liability when offering riskier private assets. These investments typically carry higher fees and less liquidity than traditional options.
Building on Pro-Crypto Policy Changes
In May, the Department of Labor under Trump’s direction revoked a rule left over from the Biden administration that warned retirement plan managers to stay away from crypto. The department now states it is “neither endorsing nor disapproving” of employers who decide to add crypto to 401(k) investment options.
This move aligns with Trump’s broader pro-crypto agenda since taking office. His administration has dropped enforcement actions against major crypto companies and supported legislation benefiting the digital asset industry. The White House has also supported eliminating the crypto capital gains tax to make small Bitcoin transactions tax-free.
Bitcoin topped $120,000 following reports of Trump’s crypto retirement account plan, demonstrating strong market confidence in the policy change. The executive order represents a significant shift that could mainstream Bitcoin adoption among American retirement savers.
Trump has credited the crypto community with helping him win the 2024 election. His family’s firm, Trump Media & Technology Group, has invested over $2 billion in cryptocurrencies and launched its stablecoin and digital tokens.
The White House confirmed that Trump focuses on helping working Americans build wealth and secure their futures. However, officials emphasized that no decision is final until the president announces it directly.
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