Customers Quote by Evgeny Morozov
“Making loans accessible to millions of the previously unbankable customers is a noble goal. Getting them hooked to such loans isn't.”
About This Quote
Source Article: “The Dark Side of Financial Inclusion”, 2018
Providing loans to the unbanked can empower, but predatory lending can trap them in debt cycles.
In simple terms: Access to credit is good; exploitation is bad.
Ensure loans are fair and sustainable.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- micro‑finance
- development aid
- consumer protection
- policy reform
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can lenders balance profit with borrower protection?
- What safeguards prevent exploitative lending?
Market pressures may prioritize profit over fairness.