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30.03.2026

Concerns mount over private credit as access expands, Colby Smith notes — Private credit and 401k access questioned

Concerns regarding private credit are rising at a time when the Trump administration is expanding access to this asset class. Colby Smith reports that investors, lobbyists, and lawmakers are now watching for a U.S. Department of Labor proposal that could permit alternative assets, like private credit, to be included in 401k retirement plans.

This move could have significant implications for retirement savers and the broader financial industry.

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Colby Smith previously reported that Trump has called for an immediate Federal Reserve rate cut even as officials planned to maintain steady U.S. monetary policy. In another article, Smith highlighted that rising oil prices raised concerns about the risk of a U.S. recession. These developments have continued to draw scrutiny from investors and policymakers.

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