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Manulife Financial (MFC.TO)

54.00

+0.50 (0.93%)

as of Jun 5, 2026, 8:00:00 pm Market Open.

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Jun 5, 2026, 12:00 am

This summary was created by AI, based on 27 opinions in the last 12 months.

Manulife Financial (MFC) is viewed positively by numerous analysts, with many highlighting its robust growth potential, especially in the Asian market and wealth management. The company has successfully increased its dividend yield, currently sitting at approximately 4-5%, while its price-to-earnings (PE) ratio remains attractive compared to peers in the banking sector. Analysts have noted concerns over potential earnings drops but maintain a long-term positive outlook, suggesting that MFC is suitable for income-focused investors. While many emphasize the reliability of MFC's dividend and its strong position in life insurance, there are mixed feelings regarding its growth prospects compared to other financial institutions. Overall, the sentiment leans towards MFC being a solid choice for those seeking steady income and moderate growth, but some experts advise caution regarding market volatility.

Consensus

Positive

Valuation

Fair Value

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DON'T BUY

Still some hurdles to come. She is looking at this very closely in terms of their exposure to the equity market.

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COMMENT

Will go the way of the market. Primary driver in some of the write-ups is that they had to take huge reserves and raise a lot of capital to fund the reserves on the unhedged portion of their segregated insurance policies.

DON'T BUY

Was considered the premier life insurance company in North America with best assets and great growth in the Far East as well as best management. Had a disproportionate amount of business in the segregated funds in Canada and on hedged variated annuities in the US. When the market fell apart, he sold his positions.

BUY

(Market Call Minute.) Probably fair value now but you'll make a lot more money in the next few years.

TOP PICK

4.896% bonds maturing 6/2/14. Short-term and rated AA. Company has good exposure in Asia as well.

BUY ON WEAKNESS

Been volatile and will continue to be so given their exposure to guaranteed variable annuities. A lot depends on the equity market. In the short term, the market is slightly overbought so there is a small downside risk. Would buy in the mid to high teens. Prefers Industrial Alliance (IAG-T) or Great West Life (GWO-T).

BUY ON WEAKNESS

Sold a portion of his holdings but is hoping to buy it back under $20. Have great growth on their global franchise. Pays a good yield.

PARTIAL SELL

At this juncture, it is pretty much a call on the market. Because of those variable annuities they wrote they still have a very substantial exposure if the market were to set back badly. If you own, consider bleeding it out and buying back in on a market setback.

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BUY

Had a really nice recovery. Sold some segregated funds that should have been hedged and were over penalized back in March when the markets weakened. Expect they will hedge themselves a little more so there will be less market volatility. Expansion into emerging markets, which makes a lot of sense.

SELL

Chart shows it is right at the resistance level. Very highly leveraged to the market. Beta is 1.3X indicating that it is 1.3 times more volatile than the market.

HOLD

Had a big blip down in Feb/March and it is really going back to be coming more of a steady state industry. Stock was whipsawed because they came close to violating some ratios on some of their products. Ratios are getting back in line.

SELL

Great company with great potential overseas. Because of the stock market rally they have done well. He does not think this rally is sustainable. If you own, consider taking some profits.

DON'T BUY

Upside. Insurance field is badly beaten up. Changes are definitely for the better. Likes the dividend – is safe.

DON'T BUY

Outlook is difficult. Still have issues to contend with. Balance sheet issues. Possible home run but there are dangers.

SELL

The worst is over. Doubled in the period of 2 months. Still a good long-term hold, but he is lightening his load.

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