Burcu Esmer, senior lecturer in finance and academic director of the Harris Family Alternative Investments Program at the Wharton School, explores the policy, regulatory, and investor considerations surrounding the White House’s proposal to introduce private equity and other alternative assets into 401(k) retirement portfolios.
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Expanding Retirement Portfolios With Alternative Investment Options
Senior lecturer in finance at the Wharton School discusses the potential inclusion of private equity and other alternatives in retirement savings plans.
September 12, 2025
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