From the analysis of this film, a great ethical dilemma arises during the development of the plot: is it possible to do something outside the law for the common good of society? In the world of finance it is not only necessary to have a code of ethics to show the rightful path, but also a moral code that makes one take the best decision assessing the damage in each scenario and trying to choose the one that represents the lowest damage to society.
Paulson, U.S. Treasury secretary, decided to go with the decision to implement actions to save Bear Stearns financially; Fuld, Lehman’s Brothers president also expected to be rescued, however, he was chosen not to by Paulson to give Fuld a lesson on morals and ethics to the market for that every CEO take responsibility for their actions. …show more content…
In the midst of negotiations to rescue Lehman’s brothers, there is the first major ethical dilemma about how to do business the right thing for the company even if it means losing some benefits. Fuld, refuses to sell the shares at a low price despite being faced with a situation that not only sinks him but also affects the overall