Private equity wants a piece of your 401(k) — and hopes Trump can make it happen

Given the potential regulatory changes under a pro-private equity administration, firms like Apollo, Blackstone, and KKR may uncover new avenues for growth through retail investment channels. This could lead to a positive outlook on their stock prices as they could tap into large untapped 401(k) funds.

Blackstone's strong market presence may benefit from the anticipated access to private equity for 401(k) plans. Should these changes occur, it is expected that Blackstone's stock could rise as they gain new inflows from retirement accounts.

KKR is positioned to take advantage of the private equity push into 401(k) accounts, enhancing its business model and possibly leading to stock appreciation as retail investors seek alternative investment strategies.