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Great West Lifeco (GWO.TO)

80.38

+0.77 (0.97%)

as of Jun 4, 2026, 8:00:01 pm Market Open.

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Jun 4, 2026, 12:00 am

This summary was created by AI, based on 8 opinions in the last 12 months.

Great West Lifeco (GWO) has garnered strong reviews from various experts, highlighting its solid performance in the insurance sector and a promising dividend yield range of approximately 3.5% to 5%. Analysts note that the company is technically robust, reaching new highs with a steadily rising 200-day moving average, although they suggest potential for a better entry point considering recent market dynamics. Many experts compare GWO favorably against competitors like MFC, appreciating its stability and good asset quality while acknowledging lower volatility reflected in its beta. Dividend growth expectations are optimistic, suggesting consistent returns in a challenging economic environment, making GWO an attractive consideration for income-focused investors, despite the current assessment of its valuation at levels above conventional metrics.

Consensus

Buy

Valuation

Fair Value

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TOP PICK

Higher dividend than their 2 rivals, with more health insurance and a safer play. Still benefits from higher rates which he thinks are eventually coming. Looking for a target of $27-$28.

TOP PICK

It’s about the 5% dividend yield. Very cheap. A nice core holding that is cheap.

BUY

Was not involved in the variable annuity business in the US, which was a disaster for others. Big markets are Canada, Ireland and England. Likes their business niche. He owns it through Power Financial.

WEAK BUY

He would invest in it though power Financial. One of the better managed life co companies.

TOP PICK

GWO.PR.P Series P. Has a long period, is also a perpetual. 5.40%

COMMENT

Has not done well, like all of the lifecos in Canada. This is because of a concern on interest rates. Their earnings are probably the most stable of all the lifecos. Their dividend is safe.

TOP PICK

Preferred D 4.45% Series 4. Has a long “Next Call/Worse Call” date.

DON'T BUY

Earnings profile is falling. Hit a 52-week low today. Stock prices are indicating troubled times ahead. Extremely oversold so there might be a bit of a bounce. 6% dividend.

COMMENT

In better shape than Manulife (MFC-T) or Sun (SLF-T). Earlier this year he switched from lifecos to the banks because the banks offered more transparency.

DON'T BUY

Core business of insurance is doing great and mutual funds are doing okay. The problem is all the shenanigans that have to do with accounting and mark to market with interest rates. At some point interest rates will go up and the stock market will recover. There are better areas in financials while you wait.

WEAK BUY

Not favourable on Life Insurance as a whole. However this would be their top pick for the Insurance market if they were to go into it. Has higher ROE and sustainable dividend then others. As a long term opportunity it's a good time to step in.They own Power Financial, and Power Funds, don't own Great West.

DON'T BUY

Insurance companies globally have all fallen off because with low interest rates it is very hard for them to make money. Think insurance companies around the world are going to be difficult for the next little while.

COMMENT

His preferred choice is to get this through Power Financial (PWF-T). Probably the most conservatively run of the life companies.

BUY

Almost down to its lows in 2009. Dividend should be secure. All insurance companies are affected by the stock market.

HOLD

Doesn’t think market hates it so much as all the insurance companies including MFC and SLF. These companies all have exposure to the equity markets. Interest rates are also low and a large chunk of their income comes from interest investments. He still owns some of the others. They are well run long term.

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