This United States Securities and Exchange Commission (the “Commission”) Fair Fund is on behalf of investors who purchased or otherwise acquired Barclays PLC (“Barclays”) (NYSE: BCS) (LON: BARC) and Barclays Bank PLC (“Barclays Bank,” and collectively with Barclays, the “Respondents”) (1) American Depository Receipts (“ADR”) that traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol BCS between June 26, 2019 and March 27, 2022, inclusive (the “Relevant Period”); and/or (2) ordinary shares that traded on the London Stock Exchange (“LSE”) under the symbol BARC during the Relevant Period.
The Respondents were ordered to pay $200,000,000 in civil penalties to compensate investors who were harmed by the Respondents’ violations of federal securities laws.
What’s the status of the Settlement?
On August 1, 2025, the Commission approved a Distribution Plan for the Fair Fund. This action has concluded.
Who can file a claim?
The Fair Fund class includes all persons or entities who, during the Relevant Period:
- Purchased or otherwise acquired BCS ADRs that traded on the NYSE; and/or
- Acquired BARC ordinary shares that traded on the LSE.
How much is the Settlement Payment?
Pro rata payment: The total Fair Fund is $200,000,000. The Fair Fund will be allocated to harmed investors in two stages: first to investors who suffered Recognized Losses on Barclays ADRs, and then, from any remaining funds, to investors who suffered Recognized Losses on Barclays ordinary shares, due to Barclays’s violations. The amount each class member receives will depend on several factors, including:
- The number of valid claims submitted
- The number of shares purchased and sold
- The dates of purchase and sale
- The price paid for the shares and the price received upon sale
How do I file a claim?
The deadline to file a claim was January 31, 2026. To submit a claim and/or to find additional information regarding the terms of the Fair Fund and claim filing process, go to www.BarclaysFairFund.com, or contact the claims administrator, KCC Class Action Services, at 1-888-663-7195.
If you wish to discuss this action or have any questions, please contact Kessler Topaz Meltzer & Check, LLP: Jon Naji, Esq. (484) 270-1453; toll-free at (844) 887-9500; or via e-mail at info@ktmc.com.