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Great West Lifeco (GWO.TO)

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89.28

+0.39 (0.44%)

as of Jun 25, 2026, 5:11:13 pm Market Open.

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Jun 25, 2026, 12:00 am

This summary was created by AI, based on 7 opinions in the last 12 months.

Great West Lifeco (GWO) is regarded as a strong player in the insurance sector, characterized by stable earnings and relatively low valuations. The consensus among analysts highlights its solid dividend yield, which varies between 3.5% and 5%, and the potential for future increases in dividends, making it an attractive investment option. Despite some analysts noting it is currently trading at a high valuation relative to its growth profile, there is a general belief that it presents a good buying opportunity given its strong fundamentals. Comparisons with other financial stocks like Manulife Financial (MFC) suggest that while GWO has a lower beta, indicating less volatility, it still offers good quality assets and steady earnings growth. Overall, GWO is viewed positively, though some experts suggest waiting for a better entry point before buying.

Consensus

Buy

Valuation

Overvalued

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MFC

BUY

Like all insurance companies, held up relatively well although it under performed both Manulife (MFC-T) and Sun Life (SLF-T). A large part of their business is the US health insurance and wouldn't be surprised to see them working on something with this.

BUY

Has been a laggard in the life insurance business compared to Sun Life (SLF-T) and Manufacturer's Life (MFC-T). The prospects for them are picking up. Prefers owning this through Power Financial (PWF-T). See his Top Pick.

BUY ON WEAKNESS

Great West Life Insurance is suffering from two problems right now. One is their fair market value is not very far from where the stock is and they are running against some stiff technical resistance. Stock has not been able to get anywhere. Does not see any upside. Wait for a correction before buying.

BUY

He likes Great West Life. Believes it is an excellent company. Does not own directly but owns through Power Corp. Significant exposure south of the border which has hurt them a bit. Life insurance is a great business. They like the insurance sector. They also own Manulife and Kingsway.

DON'T BUY

Prefers Sun Life and Manulife. It's the cheapest of the bunch. Recommends Power Financial over it.

TRADE

This stock has lagged. It is less liquid than other insurance companies. It is okay but he prefers Manulife.

TRADE

Stock has not done much, it has lagged a little. It is low risk and feels it will do better though.

TRADE

There has been an increase in their dividends. The company is struggling in the U.S.. He prefers Manulife Insurance Company.

TOP PICK

Comparing to SunLife, Manulife. Sunlife and Manulife have recently done well, so this was his pick. It also has a higher rate of profit growth, so overall better characteristics. But any of the three are good.

BUY

A very well run company. Good long-term hold. Hold for 3-5 years, should do well.

HOLD

A great blue chip company.

BUY

Life insurance companies continue to be good investments in Canada. This is not his favourite, but it is a good name.

DON'T BUY

Insurance companies in general are performing quite well. This one is underperforming to some degree. Prefers Manulife (MFC-T).

BUY

A well run insurance company. Damages because of hurricanes, etc will be small as they re-insure their risks.

WEAK BUY

Part of the Power Financial Group (PWF-T) which he likes. That said, if he had to own a single life insurance company, it would be Manulife (MFC-T) which gives you great presence in the far east.

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