U.S. Labor Department Rule on 401(k) Investments Nears Release

A proposed rule from the U.S. Department of Labor concerning 401(k) investment options has successfully passed White House regulatory review and is anticipated to be unveiled in the coming weeks. According to NS3.AI, the proposal may amend ERISA fiduciary duty guidance, potentially allowing plan sponsors to incorporate crypto assets and private equity into retirement accounts. The rule is deemed economically significant and is still pending further progress.