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Manulife Financial (MFC.TO)

60.67

+0.26 (0.43%)

as of Jul 22, 2026, 8:00:00 pm Market Open.

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Jul 22, 2026, 12:00 am

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

Manulife Financial (MFC) has garnered a mostly positive outlook among various experts, highlighting its competitive positioning within the Canadian financial sector, particularly in comparison to major banks like TD and SLF. Analysts note MFC's ongoing strength in wealth management and healthy growth prospects in Asia, although there are concerns regarding its current valuation, as it trades over 2x book value and exhibits only moderate earnings growth. Despite being classified as slightly overbought, its charts remain healthy, with many recommending caution yet seeing potential for growth in the long run. The company's strong dividend yield and management strategies, particularly in alternative investments, also contribute to a favorable long-term investment story, although short-term volatility may present opportunities for those willing to enter at lower price points.

Consensus

Positive

Valuation

Fair Value

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BUY

Expects a move into the mid $40's.Decent dividend.Expect a 10/12% return on a 1-year basis.

BUY

Well managed. Fair value in the short term, but expects it will have a price of $44 in 18 months. Stable.

BUY

Likes the international assets. Likes at $39.

HOLD

Strong and profitable. Looking for acquisitions and hopes that management is not too aggressive.

TOP PICK

Has a lot of money. Topnotch management. Could be attractive to US investors. Expects them to proceed with acquisitions.

BUY

Its platform for growth is well positioned. Solid balance sheet. Good opportunities in Asia.

PAST TOP PICK

(Was a top pick on Mar 6/03. Up 7.7%.) Getting down to his target price for buying more.

TOP PICK

Inexpensive. Good dividend yield. Earnings should go up.

BUY

Insurance companies are good for long term holds. Yield is extremely low and expects there will be increases in dividends over the next 2/3 years.

HOLD

Banks and life insurance companies are fully priced in the short term. A good long term hold.

DON'T BUY

Insurance companies have substantial US operations, so strong Canadian dollar could have an impact on their operations. An interesting stock for long term.

BUY

PAST TOP PICK

(Was a top pick on Dec 17. Up 3.8%) Sold out at a profit when Manulife made a bid on Canada Life.

BUY

Has done well and should be OK.

BUY

Not sure of their tactics, but a world class company.

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