Ex-Wells Fargo Rep Violated Reg BI With Options: FINRA

News November 25, 2025 at 02:52 PM
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  • The rep recommended options transactions without having a reasonable basis to conclude that they would be in the client's best interest, according to FINRA.
  • The transactions caused losses in the customer’s account that were later reimbursed by Wells Fargo.
  • The rep also traded in at least five customers’ accounts without authorization.
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