Evaluating a Socially-Oriented Lending Program
A government proposes a new policy requiring commercial banks to lend to high-risk, innovative green energy startups. To encourage participation, the government offers a partial guarantee, covering 50% of any potential losses on these loans. A bank manager argues against participating, stating, 'Even with the guarantee, many of these startups are likely to fail, and we can't be confident in their ability to repay the full loan.' Evaluate the bank manager's argument from the perspective of a financial institution's fundamental condition for lending. Is the manager's position justified, even if the projects have significant potential social benefits? Explain your reasoning.
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