Wells Fargo settles derivative suit re mortgage lending, hiring; to fund $100M mortgage assistance + $10M from insurer

WELLS FARGO & COMPANY/MN

Settlement resolves claims that directors breached duties over fair lending and hiring practices; no admission of liability.
Wells Fargo will fund $100M in mortgage assistance for low- and moderate-income borrowers over 3 years after court approval.
Director defendants' insurer pays $10M to Wells Fargo within 30 days after effective date.
Derivative action, originally filed Sept 2022, set for trial Apr 2026; dismissed with prejudice upon final approval.
Court to hold settlement hearing on May 5, 2026; objections due before that date.

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