President Donald Trump has issued an executive order opening U.S. 401k retirement savings plans to investments in private equity, infrastructure, and cryptocurrency, potentially exposing retirees to new financial risks and higher fees. The move, driven by lobbying from major financial firms like BlackRock, Apollo Global Management, and Carlyle, aims to diversify retirement portfolios by allowing access to alternative assets. While proponents argue it offers better returns and diversification, critics warn of increased transparency issues, higher costs, and potential legal exposure for plan participants. The Department of Labor is expected to issue guidance within six months to regulate these changes. Key partnerships are forming between major asset managers and retirement providers to launch private-public hybrid funds, with some requiring advisers for access. The administration has emphasized the policy's alignment with the goal of 'making America wealthy again' and has cited support from private equity leaders and political advisors.

Bermuda-based insurance and reinsurance giant Arch Capital Group Ltd. expanded its property catastrophe reinsurance writings in Q2 2025, driven by attractive risk-adjusted returns and increased client demand in Florida. CEO Nicolas Papadopoulo emphasized that return on equity (ROE) remains 'very attractive' despite rate declines, attributing this to tort reform, reduced loss ratios, and market dynamics in Florida. The company reported strong growth in gross premiums written (GPW) and net premiums earned (NPE), with a focus on selective expansion in casualty reinsurance and catastrophe excess of loss markets.

Bermuda-based insurer and reinsurer Arch Capital Group Ltd. has opened two new global capabilities centres in Trivandrum and Pune, India, to enhance its insurance, reinsurance, and mortgage insurance services. The centres will serve more than 350 employees and aim to leverage India’s skilled workforce in analytics, technology, and operations. A third centre in Hyderabad is planned and set to open soon. The move is supported by legal counsel Khaitan & Co. and a partnership with ANSR Inc., a U.S.-based firm specializing in global talent management.

Director Brian S. Posner of Arch Capital Group LTD (NASDAQ:ACGL) purchased $17,338 in depositary shares, directly owning 5,000 shares of the insurance company. Arch Capital reported strong second-quarter earnings exceeding expectations, with adjusted earnings of $2.58 per share and revenue of $4.35 billion. JMP Securities reiterated its 'Market Outperform' rating, citing the company's strong financial performance and undervalued stock price.

AE Wealth Management LLC increased its stake in Arch Capital Group Ltd. (NASDAQ:ACGL) by 96.1% in Q1 2025, now owning 6,631 shares valued at $638,000. The stock traded at $87.57 on Friday, with analysts updating ratings and price targets. Arch Capital reported Q2 earnings of $2.58 EPS and $4.35B revenue, exceeding estimates.