U.S. Fines Bank of America $1.2 Billion Over Anti-Money Laundering and Sanctions Failures
U.S. regulators have imposed a $1.2 billion penalty on Bank of America, accusing the lender of violating anti-money laundering and sanctions rules in a major enforcement action that underscores the continuing pressure on large banks to strengthen compliance. The fine lands as the bank also reported a sharp drop in third-quarter profit, adding to investor scrutiny over trading, dealmaking and operating discipline.
