Credit Risk Assessment: 5Cs Framework

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What primary attributes does a credit officer seek in a potential borrower?

  • Positive behavioural attributes and good credit history
  • Capacity to repay and positive behavioural attributes (correct)
  • Capital and collateral
  • Capacity to repay and good payment habits

What does the 5Cs Framework provide to credit officers?

  • A checklist for identifying potential borrowers
  • A sufficient basis to decide on a loan
  • Key characteristics to consider in a potential borrower (correct)
  • A formula for calculating credit risk

What is the relationship between the 5Cs Framework and the credit risk assessment?

  • The 5Cs Framework is a necessary consideration for credit risk assessment (correct)
  • The 5Cs Framework is a substitute for credit risk assessment
  • The 5Cs Framework is a sufficient condition for credit approval
  • The 5Cs Framework is unrelated to credit risk assessment

What aspect of a borrower's profile does Character represent in the 5Cs Framework?

<p>Positive behavioural attributes (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the matrix shown in Figure 5.1?

<p>To describe the different types of borrowers in the market (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a major concern for lending banks regarding borrowers?

<p>The borrower's ability to meet loan service obligations (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following borrowers may have a poor debt repayment capacity?

<p>Borrowers with negative attitudes towards debt repayment (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why do lenders need to assess a borrower's character?

<p>To gauge their willingness to repay debt (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can change over time to impact a borrower's financial standing?

<p>Their risk profile (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a borrower with a poor debt repayment capacity?

<p>Impressive business performance track record (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of the 5Cs Framework in evaluating business credit risk?

<p>A borrower's attitude and willingness to repay debt (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why do lenders need to assess a borrower's credit risk?

<p>To identify potential risks and mitigate them (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary expectation of a borrower's character by the bank?

<p>To possess traditional values of integrity and responsibility (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is considered equally important as traditional values in assessing the character of the individual borrower?

<p>Being discreet, genuine, honest and prudent (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can impact a borrower's debt service capacity?

<p>Changes in their financial standing (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of consumer lending, what does the character of the individual borrower refer to?

<p>Integrity, sense of responsibility and behaviour (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a characteristic of a borrower with a negative attitude towards debt repayment?

<p>Shirking debt repayment obligations (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between a borrower's character and their credit risk?

<p>A borrower's character is one aspect of their credit risk (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the assessment of character, what is a red flag for the lending bank?

<p>A borrower's record of poor behaviour and/or lack of responsibility (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do the characteristics of a well-run company relate to the character of its senior management?

<p>They typify the character and moral strength (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the character of a business borrower a review of?

<p>The management team as a whole and its relationship with the controlling parties (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is known as organisational discipline and trustworthiness in a business?

<p>Corporate Governance (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key aspect of a business's corporate character?

<p>The management team's trustworthiness and discipline (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to assess the character of a borrower?

<p>To assess the borrower's expertise and vision (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of a borrower's character does their management lifestyle reflect?

<p>Thriftiness (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can arise within an organisation due to different levels of supporting managers?

<p>Conflicts of interest and power struggles (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following borrower attributes is associated with a lower likelihood of default?

<p>Prudent management style (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an important consideration in assessing a borrower's character?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect of a borrower's character is reflected in their willingness to repay?

<p>Integrity (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does a borrower's marital status indicate about their likelihood of default?

<p>They are less likely to default (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What trait is a credit officer likely to assess when examining a loan applicant's character?

<p>Moral obligation to repay debt (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary aim of assessing a loan applicant's character?

<p>To establish creditworthiness (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In evaluating a loan applicant's character, what aspect is a credit officer likely to prioritize?

<p>Personal values and integrity (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does a credit officer aim to uncover when assessing a loan applicant's character?

<p>Trustworthiness and reliability (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a key aspect of a loan applicant's character?

<p>Industry expertise (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key indicator of a company's character in the industry?

<p>Its track record and reputation in the industry (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is character assessment more personal in consumer lending?

<p>Because it involves individual borrowers (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can a credit officer do to assess a company's character?

<p>Hold personal interviews with the CEO (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important for a company to have a strong character?

<p>To stay competitive in the modern marketplace (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can a lender learn from previous experiences with a borrower?

<p>The borrower's character (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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