Former Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated Broker Franz Koch Investment Loss Options

Merrill Lynch

Former Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated broker Franz Koch (CRD# 4467954) is accused of unauthorized trading. He has been registered with Wells Fargo Clearing Services, LLC in Boca Raton, Florida, since 2022. He was registered with Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated in Boca Raton, Florida, from 2010 to 2022.

Franz Koch Customer Complaints

He has been the subject of one customer complaint, according to his CRD report:

January 2024. “Client alleges Unauthorized trading.” The case is currently pending. The complaint took place while he was registered with Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated.

Pursuant to FINRA Rules, member firms are responsible for supervising a broker’s activities during the time the broker is registered with the firm. Therefore, Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated may be liable for investment or other losses suffered by Franz Koch’s customers.

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