Trump could open up your 401(k) to private equity. Why market experts say it's a bad idea.

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• Trump could reportedly sign an executive order soon allowing retirement plans to invest in private equity.
• Private equity firms have lobbied the administration for access to the $12 trillion 401(k) market.
• Experts are concerned about the added risk that private equity investments could introduce to retirement portfolios.