Bank of America posts third-quarter profit drop due to $1.2 billion Treasury fine
The U.S. Treasury Department announced a $1.2 billion penalty against Bank of America on Tuesday.
According to CNBC, the U.S. Treasury Department announced a $1.2 billion penalty against Bank of America on Tuesday.
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