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Great West Lifeco (GWO.TO)

89.76

+0.87 (0.98%)

as of Jun 25, 2026, 2:40:52 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

A good, steady, major blue chip company.

BUY

Prefers over Sun Life. Greater growth potential.

BUY

The last few years, it has been a laggard. Good company. More compelling valuation than on Manufacturers Life.

BUY

20% ROE. Grows 13/15% a year. Its US insurance side is health which fell off a little with the Spitzer enquiry, but has recovered.

HOLD

If you are holding for 6/12 months, feels they will increase dividends.

DON'T BUY

Will achieve a high single digit return. Has considerable US holdings but were smart enough to hedge it. The hedge has only one more quarter and so the rate of earnings will be challenged. Outstanding management.

WEAK BUY

Prefers to own this through Power Financial.

TOP PICK

Has an ROE of over 20%. Trades at 12 X earnings. 3% yield.

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BUY ON WEAKNESS

Entry point would probably be under $50. Has been a great performer and has a good track record.

BUY

All three of the major life insurance companies in Canada have been going gangbusters. Had good results.

BUY

Prefers this and Sun Life Over Manufacturers Life.

DON'T BUY

Has a model price of $46.08 so overvalued. Prefers other financials.

BUY

Had trouble trying to break through the upper range until the latter part of 2003. Finally broke through and is now going through a minor correction, so a good opportunity to buy. Anywhere between current price and $45 is a good entry point.

BUY

A good company. Like most of the insurance companies right now.

PAST TOP PICK

(A top pick Aug 11/03. No change.) Still likes. Statistically the cheapest life insurance. ROE over 20% and the highest yield.

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