TSE:GWO

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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star iconJun 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.

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Consensus
Buy
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Valuation
Overvalued
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MFC
DON'T BUY
Getting close to full valuation. Only upside is if they get taken out.
DON'T BUY
Cautious. Don't expect any great earnings/revenues.
BUY
Interest rate drop helps. At fair value now, but merger will create a pop.
HOLD
Probably at a high now.
BUY
Likes. Good place to be in this market.
DON'T BUY
Insurance companies too expensive now.
WEAK BUY
Sector is good. Preference is Manulife, Canada and Clarica
DON'T BUY
Insurance companies have merger/takeover news already priced in.
BUY
Still some room to grow. Likes them all, but Manu is #1.
SELL
Have now over done. Don't expect takeovers to have too much effect on price.
HOLD
Not cheap. A modest upside. Good core. Good core.
BUY
Still thinks this sector is good and taking the opportunity to buy.
BUY
Insurance companies are good conservative investments and expects more upside re mergers
TOP PICK
All ins companies and banks are top picks
BUY
Had big gains last year. Outlook is superb, but not sure it can gain much more.
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