[s1e5] Learned Behaviour May 2026

" Learned Behaviour " is the fifth episode of the first season of the HBO drama series . The episode focuses on the toxic work culture at the investment bank Pierpoint & Co. as the office is rocked by a scathing exposé from a former employee. Plot Summary

: His volatility is on full display when he berates Daria to the point of tears after learning of Harper's failed meeting with Felim. Episode Details Industry S1 - Now TV Website

: Gus attempts to cover trades from Eric’s desk without authorization, which ultimately results in a reprimand. [S1E5] Learned Behaviour

: Clement takes Robert on a business trip and offers "life lessons," though Robert discovers Clement's struggle with heroin addiction during the outing. Key Character Developments

: With Eric offsite, Harper attempts to win back a lucrative former client, Felim Bicham. Her unauthorized meeting fails, leading to a confrontation where she admits to Daria that Eric’s past conduct drove the client away. " Learned Behaviour " is the fifth episode

: A former employee publishes a critical article about the firm, causing widespread gossip and damage control across the trading floor.

: Her relationship with her boyfriend Sebastian reaches a breaking point after she discovers him having video sex with a stranger. Plot Summary : His volatility is on full

: Her ex-boyfriend Todd visits London, revealing she dropped out of college during her final exam after "losing it". This highlights her vulnerability as she later throws Todd out after a fight.