Wells Fargo Nears Settlement With Government Over Fake-Account Scandal

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Wells Fargo is nearing settlements with the DOJ and SEC over its fake-account scandal, people familiar with the matter say

Wells Fargo & Co. is nearing settlements with the Justice Department and the Securities and Exchange Commission over its long-running fake-account scandal, according to people familiar with the matter.

The bank could pay roughly $3 billion combined, some of the people said. The settlements could come as soon as Friday, the people said.

 

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Their customers were charged fraudulently. The settlement with the DOJ involves payment to stockholders and a fine. What about the victims? The arbitration agreements required by banks don't allow for legal recourse other than through an arbitrator paid for by the institution.

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