TSE:GWO

Great West Lifeco (GWO.TO)

93.29
+0.35 (0.38%)
as of Aug 4, 2026, 8:00:01 pm Market Open.
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star iconAug 4, 2026, 12:00 am

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

Great West Lifeco (GWO) is viewed positively by several analysts, highlighting its strong technical performance and stable earnings from its insurance operations. The stock is trading at new highs, and the 200-day moving average continues to rise, indicating a solid bullish trend. Many experts emphasize that GWO boasts a reliable dividend yield of around 4% to 5%, with expected growth in dividends, making it an attractive option for income investors. Comparisons with other financial companies like MFC reveal that GWO may offer a more conservative investment, especially due to its lower beta and solid asset quality. However, some analysts caution that current valuations are relatively high, suggesting that while the company is fundamentally strong, a better entry point may exist.

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Consensus
Buy
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Valuation
Overvalued
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BUY ON WEAKNESS
A favourite. Try to buy in the $35's.
BUY
Has a little concern on insurance investments. Long term hold is good.
WAIT
Great company. Has held up well.
BUY
Moving very well.
TOP PICK
Cheapest Canadian life insurance company on all measures. Best dividend.
BUY
Likes
PAST TOP PICK
(Was a top pick on Jan 28 up 12%) Still likes.
BUY ON WEAKNESS
A strong franchise and large asset base. Safe. Would buy in the low $30's.
BUY
Has some room to grow.
BUY
Has been under pressure. Has the highest ROE and the best growth and yield.
BUY
Very positive on the insurance sector.
TOP PICK
Highest ROE and lowest multiple and highest dividend in the insurance sector.
DON'T BUY
Prefers Fairfax.
BUY
A well run company.
BUY
Insurance companies are solid, stable and have good dividends.
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