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The risk of private equity in your 401(k)

The Indicator from Planet Money

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Understanding the Risks of Private Equity Investments

This chapter examines the unique traits and challenges of private equity investments versus public firms, focusing on issues like transparency, regulatory oversight, and illiquidity. It also discusses the financial implications for retirement plans and the lobbying pressures from private equity firms for regulatory changes.

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