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Investor Alert: Join the BAC Securities Class Action

Investors holding shares of Bank of America Corporation (NYSE: BAC) should take notice: a securities class action lawsuit has been initiated against the company and several senior executives, citing violations of federal securities laws. This provides an opportunity for investors with significant losses incurred during the designated class period to lead the litigation.

Overview of the Class Action

The law firm Hagens Berman is spearheading this class action, and they are urging affected investors to submit their trading information. The allegations encompass a period from August 1, 2025, to October 13, 2026. During this timeframe, the lawsuit asserts that the defendants made misleading statements and failed to disclose important facts related to the company’s compliance controls and its exposure to regulatory risks.

Key Allegations

The main allegations point to the Bank of America’s questionable compliance practices, particularly regarding the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) protocols. The lawsuit claims that:

• - Inadequate AML/BSA Compliance Controls: The bank reportedly maintained deficient systems that were specifically designed to monitor compliance. This underfunding led to inadequate safeguards against illicit financial activities, prioritizing revenue over compliance.
• - Failure to Report Suspicious Transactions: Bank of America allegedly failed to detect or report over $5 billion in suspicious transactions. This includes transactions exceeding $1 billion linked to high-risk illicit financial operations, which should have been reported to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN).
• - Regulatory and Financial Hazards: Due to these oversights, the bank faced significant enforcement actions and multi-billion dollar penalties, rendering previous statements regarding regulatory compliance and risk management materially false and misleading.

Impact on Stock Prices

The results of these failures became starkly evident after the Department of the Treasury, alongside FinCEN and the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), announced on October 13, 2026, enforcement actions requiring Bank of America to pay over $1.2 billion in penalties for its compliance failures. The subsequent revelation hit the bank's stock price hard, causing a drop of over 4.8%, which equated to a closing price of $51.39 per share the following day. This downturn wiped out billions in market value and had severe repercussions for investors and shareholders alike.

Next Steps for BAC Investors

Investors who bought shares during the class period and experienced financial losses are encouraged to act. They can file a motion to serve as a Lead Plaintiff in the lawsuit no later than December 15, 2026. This role is critical as it designates them as a representative for other affected shareholders during the litigation process.

How to File

To submit your losses and participate in this class action, visit www.hbsslaw.com/bac or contact Reed Kathrein at (844) 916-0895 or via email at [email protected].

Whistleblower Opportunities

Individuals with insider information regarding Bank of America are also encouraged to come forward, particularly if they have insights relevant to the investigation. Under the SEC Whistleblower program, such individuals may be eligible for rewards that can total up to 30% of any successful recovery by the SEC.

In remarks about the situation, Reed Kathrein, a partner at Hagens Berman, stated, “We’re focused on the apparent disparity between the bank’s assurances and the Treasury’s revelations.” This case underscores the importance of corporate accountability and the rights of investors.

About Hagens Berman

Hagens Berman is a leading plaintiffs' rights complex litigation firm that champions corporate accountability. They have a proven track record, securing over $2.9 billion for various classes of harmed investors. For more information, follow them for updates and news on social media at @ClassActionLaw.

Investors must stay informed and vigilant as this case unfolds, as it can have lasting impacts on corporate governance and investor rights in the financial sector.