Research on Retail Access to Alternative Investments via Defined Contribution Plans
Impact Score: 1.8
Timeline: N/A
Summary: The study examines broadening retail investor access to alternative investments through defined contribution plans, highlighting benefits like diversification, improved returns, and increased retirement income. Economic gains could boost GDP by up to $35 billion. Risks include increased volatility, complexity, and regulatory challenges. Vanderbilt University could see impacts across retirement plans, academic programs, and investment strategies, with opportunities for research and policy engagement.
Key Actions: Explore integrating alternative investments in retirement plans, develop related academic courses, conduct impactful research, and monitor regulatory developments.
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