Senator Krysten Sinema says, "It's gravely concerning that retail participants, literally everyday people, were able to figure out something was wrong with Silicon Valley Bank, before regulators took action."
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She also notes the original reporting by Unusual Whales regarding corporate executives selling shares.
Before the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank, $SIVB, the CEO sold $3.57 million of stock within the last two weeks.
This was part of their trading plans, the 10-51-b plans.
Gregory Becker, CEO, sold 11% on Feb 27, 2023.
Michael Zucker, General Counsel, 19% on Feb 5.
Daniel Beck, CFO, sold 32% on Feb 27.
Michelle Draper, CMO, sold 25% on Feb 1.
Silicon Valley Bank has collapsed, the largest bank since 2008.
Silicon Valley was the 16th largest bank in the US, holding $210 billion in assets.
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