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SEC accuses ex-Bank of America utilities banker of insider trading

The SEC has charged a former Bank of America banker with insider trading, alleging a $18.5 million scheme.

By · Published August 24, 2026  19:48 UTC · Updated August 26, 2026  00:27 UTC

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  • Primary Driver: The SEC has charged a former Bank of America banker with insider trading, alleging a $18.5 million scheme.
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The SEC has charged a former senior Bank of America investment banker, Jason Satsky, with insider trading. He is accused of tipping off a friend, Gavin Wolfe, about a merger. Wolfe then allegedly made $18.5 million trading on that information.

The SEC's complaint alleges that Satsky, who worked in the utilities sector at Bank of America, provided Wolfe with confidential information about an upcoming merger. Wolfe, who is also facing charges, allegedly used this information to make profitable trades. The SEC's action underscores ongoing efforts to combat insider trading within the financial industry.

The Financial Times, Bloomberg, Reuters and Yahoo Finance have all covered the story. The SEC's complaint does not specify the exact merger involved or the timeline of the alleged trades. The reporting does not yet clarify the current employment status of Satsky or Wolfe, or whether any other individuals are under investigation in connection with this scheme.

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Who is Jason Satsky?

Satsky is a former senior banker at Bank of America who has been charged with insider trading by the SEC.

What is Gavin Wolfe accused of?

Wolfe is accused of making $18.5 million through insider trading based on tips from his friend, Jason Satsky.

What is the SEC's role in this case?

The SEC has filed charges against both Satsky and Wolfe, alleging insider trading involving a merger tip.

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