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Manulife Financial (MFC.TO)

57.04

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as of Jun 26, 2026, 4:54:05 pm Market Open.

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Jun 26, 2026, 12:00 am

This summary was created by AI, based on 28 opinions in the last 12 months.

Manulife Financial (MFC) has been viewed as a stable income stock with a healthy dividend yield, making it attractive for long-term investors. Despite some concerns over short-term earnings performance, particularly in U.S. operations, many analysts see potential in its growth in Asia and wealth management segments. The company is considered well-capitalized, and its valuation is generally viewed as reasonable compared to Canadian banks, although some experts express caution due to the slow growth typical of the life insurance market. The recent pullbacks in stock price may provide entry points for investors, and while there are mixed sentiments, MFC is likely to continue benefiting from aging demographics and investment opportunities in emerging markets. Overall, the stock is supported by a solid dividend, and investors are advised to watch for strategic developments and market conditions before making new investments.

Consensus

Hold

Valuation

Fair Value

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COMMENT

Has come off sharply because it is a financial. She is looking at this one very closely. Canadian insurance does not have a big exposure to subprimes and mortgage debacles. We'll be in a trading range until people have little bit more confidence. She thinks the catalyst could be a major acquisition. Strong balance sheet.

COMMENT

Gun down to around $37 last August and is now at the same level. The yellow light has to be on. If it breaks below that level be careful.

BUY

This is a world-class Canadian financial company. Through the John Hancock takeover, they have turned themselves into the 2nd biggest insurer in North America. Have expanded into Asia.

TOP PICK

Trading at 13X earnings. ROE in the mid-to high teens. International growth as well as domestic. $45 plus dividend gives you 15%. Nice safe place to be.

BUY

Likes their China exposure.

BUY

Owns both Manulife (MFC-T) and Sun Life (SLF-T) but has steered his focus to Manulife because PE ratio based on 08 earnings is roughly the same. Would buy both companies equally.

BUY

Did very well but got ahead of itself. Now back into a Buying range. Well-run company. Making great strides in the Far East.

DON'T BUY

Feels that a lot of money has left the banks and money managers to move into the lifecos. It means that companies such as Sun Life (SLF-T), Great West (GWO-T) and Manufacturers (MFC-T) have caught up to the peak of and are exceeding their FMV.

TOP PICK

Chart looks like it is trading all over the map but is actually around $40. In these volatile markets you need stocks that are not all hot.

HOLD

A lot of institutional investors made a shift away from banks and into insurance companies. They have nice international exposure. Decent size and good operator.

BUY

On his Buy list is an equal holding of Manufacturers Life (MFC-T) and Sun Life (SLF-T). ROE on ManuLife is superior. Prefers insurance companies over banks.

BUY

Either Sun Life (SLF-T) or Manufacturers Life (MFC-T) is a good buy at this time. Good yield at 2.3%. Good earnings profile going forward going from $2.51 to about $2.80 this year and perhaps over $3 next year. Making very large inroads and strong market share gains in wealth management.

BUY

Lifecos in the US have gone way up as the banks have gone way down. Lifecos are great stocks to own if you are a value, long-term investor. The stock is cheap and has a good dividend yield. Think they will do much better than the banks in the next year or two.

PAST TOP PICK

(A Top Pick June 5/07. No change.) A financial services company, so it's down. Has John Hancock as a sub in the US and big overseas but has no subprime exposure. Still likes. Good price.

HOLD

He has a model price of $38.51, so it’s right on his model price. If you’re a long-term holder, continue to Hold.

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