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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

Similar

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WEAK BUY

He is nervous about the financial sector. However, he feels the insurance companies will do better than the banks. If you must be in the financial sector, this is one that you could hold. Watch that it doesn't go below its July low.

DON'T BUY

His model price has gone down a lot on this company. His model price is $38.23.

TOP PICK

A good example of a very well run company in terms of astuteness and capital management. Good global diversification.

COMMENT

Has been in a trading range of about $35 to $40 for some time. Financial services have generally been trending down, but that is more on the bank's side. Believes it will probably move up. Prefers Great West Life (GWO-T).

HOLD

Less sensitive to interest rates than the banks. Their ROE has stalled out. Doesn't expect it will do much in the next few months.

COMMENT

Management has done a tremendous job. Insurance companies in general are a little better priced than some of the banks. Good long-term Hold. Has been buying Sunlife (SLF-T) instead because the discount makes a slightly more attractive.

DON'T BUY

Long-term trend lines on most of the financials have been violated. Isn't looking for a collapse, but thinks the Up is over where the easy money has been made.

PAST TOP PICK

(A Top Pick July 4/06. Up 9.4%.) Having a very tough time getting over $41. Great management. Opening up 380 new sites in China next year.

BUY

Likes it. Has moved sideways the last little while. Has great global exposure, esp in Asia.

TOP PICK

Better growth profile than others. The John Hancock acquisition was a home run. Growth is coming from the US and Asia. Trading at a lower price earnings multiple than the banks. Less interest spread exposure.

TOP PICK

Pretty unimpressive compared to other things you could have had over the year. Gives a decent dividend yield and they raise it every year.

BUY

Has reduced his holdings a year ago, but still owns.Stock has tracked sideways for the last year, and earnings have increased.Manulife has vast operations in the US, which will show as an earnings slowdown due to the rising Canadian vs US dollar. Sunlife is more appealing on valuation, however Manulife has done a better job on earnings growth.

BUY

Best managed and well financed. Most of their earnings are in US dollars, is going to hurt in the near term. Believes they are getting ready to do an acquisition.

BUY

They have huge positions in US and Asia. They are international in scope. The US slow down could hurt them, but they are very well managed, and should show a dividend.

WAIT

Markets are going to be quiet choppy through the summer. Manulife is a great company and it's international. Rumors of a major acquisition. If you own it hold it. If not then wait.

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