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Manulife Financial (MFC.TO)

54.16

+0.66 (1.23%)

as of Jun 5, 2026, 3:33:54 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 several analysts, who note its solid growth in Asia and the wealth management sector. The company is seen as a stable and reliable option, with a decent dividend yield that appeals to income-focused investors. Analysts acknowledge that while MFC has experienced some recent challenges, especially in its U.S. operations and corrections after strong performances, it maintains a healthy growth outlook. Concerns about the overall market and macroeconomic factors have led to suggestions of caution, but many believe MFC's valuation is still attractive relative to its peers, particularly the banks. In the long term, it remains a compelling investment opportunity with the potential for growth, other factors such as credit risk being minimal.

Consensus

Positive

Valuation

Fair Value

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SLF

BUY

Stable stock and there should be dividend growth. John Hancock acquisition should give them higher earnings over the long and medium term. Valuation looks attractive.

BUY

Feels it is now the premier financial stock in Canada. Good international exposure. Excellent management.

BUY

Life insurance companies show up very well in their cash flow screens. Manulife is #1. Sun Life and Power Corp is second.

TOP PICK

Has now closed the takeover of John Hancock. Have another few years of 15% earnings growth. Now have the ability to grow their dividends.

BUY

Selling has been overdone.

STRONG BUY

Likes this company very much. The John Hancock deal is going forward. Has a lot of prospects.

BUY

Likes the insurance sector. Between Manulife and Sun Life, Sun is probably the better deal now as it recently took a hit in the US with their mutual funds.

TOP PICK

Acquisition of John Hancock puts a real presence into the US.

BUY

John Hancock acquisition is a very good story. Don't feel they're done with acquisitions yet. A good play.

TOP PICK

Favorite stock in the financials right now. Acquisition of John Hancock was superbly timed.

WEAK BUY

Fair market value is only $42. Working very hard on the amalgamation of John Hancock so there is an unknown upside to come.

TOP PICK

With the closure of the John Hancock deal, should earn $4.50 next year. Good entry point.

BUY

Life-insurance companies will benefit from rising interest rates through their big bond portfolios.

HOLD

Has had a tremendous run-up in the last 3/4 weeks. Likes the management and feels the John Hancock acquisition will work out very well. Expects the uptrend will continue.

BUY

Very well-managed. Likes their diversification. Yield is low, but stock could continue going up.

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