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57.19

+0.15 (0.26%)

as of Jun 26, 2026, 8:00:00 pm Market Open.

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Jun 27, 2026, 12:00 am

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

Manulife Financial (MFC) has received mixed reviews from experts, highlighting its strengths in capital management, particularly in Asia and wealth management. Several analysts view it as a reliable income stock, benefiting from a decent dividend yield, yet caution against its growth potential compared to Canadian banks. The company has faced short-term challenges, including mixed results from its alternative portfolio and limited growth in its U.S. operations, which has sparked some concerns. Analysts suggest waiting for opportunities to buy during pullbacks, given its valuation relative to major financials, alongside the potential for increased profitability stemming from rising interest rates. Overall, while MFC is generally recognized for its stability and improvements in earnings quality, it struggles to capture investor attention amidst recent market shifts.

Consensus

Hold

Valuation

Fair Value

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SLF-T

WEAK BUY

Was a 2% position but now is less. Underlying business is fine and growing well. The necessity of marking the market because bond prices are low is the problem. 4-5% downside risk both here and in the states. He would buy it here if you want something in this space.

PAST TOP PICK

(A Top Pick Sept 30/10. Up 5.91%.) Still likes.

COMMENT

Just reported a huge loss. When interest rates and stock markets go up they'll do better. Likes the stock but not cheap enough for him to buy. Would prefer it around $10.50.

BUY

Has dealt with bulk of issues that got them in trouble. Great Asian operations and at this price, a ton of upside in this stock.

WAIT

Been a tough one. All life insurance cos. are exposed to interest rates. They put in significant hedges, but they can’t come out from under the low interest rates. You will have to wait a while before you see growth. It is not an emphasis in his portfolio. Wait 6, 9, or 12 months at least.

DON'T BUY

Sun Life (SLF-T) just reported quarter earnings and weak guidance. This illustrates that in volatile periods in equity/fixed income markets lifecos have a difficult time hedging their portfolios. Would prefer the banks instead.

TOP PICK

Series 2. (MFC.PR.B-T) 4.65%. A perpetual preferred share with a possible call date March 19. Doesn't expect they will call it. There has been a black cloud over this company, which presents a bit of an opportunity. Current yield is 5.38%.

TOP PICK

Large-cap stock and ranks well fundamentally. Has been seeing some really nice intraday moves. Has potential to go to the $15 level. Nice dividend.

SELL ON STRENGTH

If you have a very long time frame, 5+ years, it is a descent long-term hold. Dividend will likely not increase. If this market rally is sustainable, then this one will participate. Then you could sell it.

DON'T BUY

A recovery story but to recover, it needs higher interest rates and higher markets. As the cost of capital falls, their long-term payouts rise. Tough time right now.

DON'T BUY

He is looking for an opportunity to sell his holdings. If interest rates are kept low for the next couple of years, it will not help this company, which has exposure to the bond market and the equity markets.

PAST TOP PICK

(A Top Pick Aug 19/10. Down 0.04%.) All that is needed is for the rates to stop going down.

HOLD

This has been the perfect storm for insurance companies. With floating stock markets, their assets have become worth less. Also as interest rates go down, the value of your liabilities goes up. There will be substantial recovery when the market improves. Undervalued.

HOLD

Market is really concerned that they will have to do another capital raise. He believes even if interest rates and capital markets go down, they will not have to do this. Asian market is growing. US operations are growing. A lot of the bad news is already in the stock. Dividend is safe.

BUY

Caller wants to move his large telco holding to a lifeco. Which one would he pick? Feels Manufacturers (MFC-T) has the best potential for a return over a 5-year period. Their products are selling off the shelf like hotcakes. Exposure to Asia is fantastic.

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