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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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BUY

Likes its international diversification. The worry in the short term is the forthcoming change in CEO’s. Has a history of diversifying very well and growing outside of Canada and North America.

BUY

Great well run company. Missed the street on numbers but if you look at the components, they were actually quite good. A lot of great growth prospects in Asia.

HOLD

Canadian insurers sold off in light of the financial crisis but are still showing more solid characteristics than some of the US financials. Multiples have come down that it is now good value.

DON'T BUY

(Market Call Minute.) Great company. His concern is that when money starts moving back to the banks will it come out of the Lifecos.

DON'T BUY

Performance over the last little while has been less than stellar. Sees a flat line to slightly negative ahead. Doesn’t think market’s worries about insurance companies being the next place for financial problems is over. This company is pretty stable.

SELL

Banks have let go but the 2 major life insurance companies hung on. Sun Life has finally let go and this is the last of the companies that hasn't really set back to a level that he would be comfortable buying.

COMMENT

A superb company. Will continue to do well. Good marketing position in China and will be expanding that fairly rapidly. Good position in the US with John Hancock. Prefers Great West Lifeco (GWO-T) currently.

DON'T BUY

Sitting right on its support level and there is risk of it breaking down through it.

DON'T BUY

The whole of the financial sector is facing a big challenge going forward because of the subprime crisis in the US. Expect the company will do well over the next few years but can't see strong profit growth.

TOP PICK

When you can buy this under $40, it represents excellent value. One of the best managed and capitalized financial institutions in Canada. Sees them earning roughly $3 a share this year and about $3.30-$3.40 next year. ROE is the highest in the insurance group in between 16% and 18%.

BUY

They like it. This is a good entry point. Internationally they are tremendously successful. Made a brilliant acquisition in Hancock and executed it well. Change of CEO is a risk.

BUY

Pulled back in price recently and any time it is under $40, he is interested in it. Great depth of management, which will offset the retirement of the CEO next year.

PAST TOP PICK

(A Top Pick May 9/07. Up 1%.) Earnings growth is pretty good. Good solid Hold and would Buy.

BUY

(Market Call Minute.) High quality company.

TOP PICK

Disappointed in their earnings and the stock has been under pressure. Added about $500 million new life insurance business. Growth profile in Asia grew about 22% last quarter. Trades at about 11X earnings.

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