Senior investment banker Naomi Bishop is striving to recover her reputation after a failed public offering. Focused on landing a high-profile deal, she leads an initial public offering (IPO) for a promising tech company, Cachet, that specializes in privacy software. Naomi's ambitious pursuit places her under intense scrutiny from her superiors and peers. Meanwhile, she navigates her personal life, marked by a strained relationship with her boyfriend Michael, who also works in banking but at a different firm. Tensions rise as Michael's dealings begin to conflict with Naomi's professional interests, creating ethical dilemmas and pressure on their relationship.

Simultaneously, an old college friend and federal prosecutor, Samantha, investigates potential white-collar crimes on Wall Street. She suspects insider trading within Naomi's firm and becomes entangled in the high-stakes world of finance. As Naomi pushes the Cachet IPO forward, she encounters obstacles from competitors and internal corporate politics. Challenged by distrust and secrecy among colleagues, Naomi faces increasing difficulty in maintaining control over the deal and her career trajectory. These intersecting storylines of ambition, betrayal, and intricate business maneuvers paint a tense portrait of corporate finance and personal sacrifice.