Higher Returns, Higher Risk: The Coming Revolution in Your 401(k)
Recent news on 401(k) plans to include alternatives like private equity and crypto, promising higher returns but posing significant risks and complexities for investors.
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Analysis of economic trends, monetary policy, and regulation shaping investor decisions across private and public markets.
The Illusion of Diversification: Why S&P 500 Concentration Pushes Capital Toward Alternatives
The S&P 500's increasing concentration in a few tech firms undermines its role as a diversified investment. Investors are shifting towards alternatives for true risk diversification and resilience.
Opening the Gates: What the Equal Opportunity for All Investors Act Could Mean for Private Markets
The Equal Opportunity for All Investors Act aims to redefine "accredited investor" by introducing a financial knowledge exam, enhancing access to private markets for financially literate individuals.
Stablecoins and the New Dollar Diplomacy
Stablecoins are becoming a strategic tool for U.S. financial influence, enabling liquidity in emerging markets and reflecting structural demand for a trusted, digital version of the dollar.
$4 Trillion and Counting: Nvidia Becomes the New Center of Gravity for AI
NVIDIA has become the first public company to briefly reach a $4 trillion market cap, reflecting AI's immense market value and its key role in driving technological advancement and industry demand.
Crypto’s Regulatory Turning Point: What It Means for Private Investors
The U.S. has enacted pivotal cryptocurrency regulations, including the GENIUS and CLARITY Acts, enhancing stablecoin credibility, reducing legal uncertainty, and maintaining privacy for private investors navigating this evolving landscape.
Summer 25 Solstice Report
The Summer Solstice Report is the second edition of Clockwork’s biannual, high-signal briefing for asset owners, institutional investors, family offices, and private capital allocators.
South vs. North: Why Mexico Still Wins the Nearshoring Battle
Mexico outperforms Canada in nearshoring due to its cost competitiveness, skilled labor, and superior logistics. This momentum is attracting significant foreign investment amidst evolving geopolitical landscapes.
The U.S.–China Trade War, Replayed
The 2025 U.S.-China trade conflict mirrors the 2018 crisis, focusing on high-tech sectors. Global supply chains are shifting, and investment strategies must adapt to geopolitical nuances and structural changes.
The Hidden Engine of Clean Energy: How Tax Equity Is Powering the Next Era of Renewables
Neil Winward, CEO at Dakota Ridge Capital on tax equity, how it’s changing, and why now may be the most important time yet for investors to pay attention.