On February 15, 2024, FAT Brands, Andrew Wiederhorn And One Current And One Former Officer Of The Company Each Received "Wells Notice" From The Staff Of SEC - Filing
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On February 15, 2024, FAT Brands, its CEO Andrew Wiederhorn, and one current and one former officer received a 'Wells Notice' from the SEC, indicating potential securities law violations.
February 20, 2024 | 11:53 am
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FAT Brands and its leadership received a Wells Notice from the SEC, suggesting an investigation into potential securities law violations.
Receiving a Wells Notice is a significant regulatory action that indicates the SEC's preliminary determination to recommend an enforcement action. This can lead to negative investor sentiment, potential fines, and legal costs for FAT Brands. The direct involvement of the company's CEO and other officers further heightens the seriousness of the issue, likely leading to a negative impact on the stock price in the short term.
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