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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 6, 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 many experts, who highlight its strong performance in Asia and robust wealth management services. The company is seen as a good long-term investment, particularly due to its attractive dividend yield and relatively low price-to-earnings ratio compared to banks. However, there are concerns regarding short-term earnings fluctuations, particularly in alternative portfolio results and U.S. operations. Market analysts suggest that while the stock has had a good run, cautious investors should watch for strategic entry points, as some believe it may be susceptible to macroeconomic challenges. Overall, the sentiment is that MFC is a solid income stock with potential for growth as it continues to navigate its complex business landscape.

Consensus

Hold

Valuation

Fair Value

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DON'T BUY

A horrible story for the past year. Undisclosed problems in their annuity business and now have problems in their US healthcare. Wait until you see the rise off of the flat line.

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SELL

What a horrible trend. Some strength around the $10 level.

DON'T BUY

Hasn’t turned the corner yet because of its investment products where the risk is still quite high.

WAIT

Sept 30th quarter will give a good idea of where earnings are going. Expect they will report a loss but it will be embedded in the market. As long as there is not another nasty surprise, stock is probably bottoming around here. Above average risk purchase at this price. Wait for the loss to be reported before buying.

DON'T BUY

Have a great deal of earnings sensitivity to equities and credit markets. A 10% move on equity market has a 30% impact on their earnings. Doesn't like investing in situations like this.

DON'T BUY

Still nervous about this company. Whenever he thinks all the skeletons are out of the closet, there is one more. Most recent one tends to be long-term care insurance in the US.

COMMENT

A play on the stock market. If you think stock market is going to have a decent year in 2011 the stock will probably come back. Caller wants to write a $10 Put, which is selling a Put option. He takes on an obligation to buy the stock at $10. Keeps whatever premium he gets if stock closes above $10.

HOLD

Bonds callable February 16/11 and due 2016? Feels this will definitely be called in 2011.

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TOP PICK

4.079% bond due August 20/15. Trades relatively cheap compared to the banks. Getting 3.75%-3.85% yield giving you about 1% more than a GIC or bank senior deposit note.

PAST TOP PICK

(A Top Pick Oct 2/09. Down 38%.) Was looking for it to recover along with the markets. Still owns but at a much reduced level.

PAST TOP PICK

(A Top Pick Sept 23/09. Down 40.67%.)

HOLD

Fundamentally a great company. Got into trouble on guaranteed products. Should recover when the markets go up, which he thinks it will. You need 12-15 months of patience. Decent yield of 3.9%.

DON'T BUY

If the caller had a 5 year or 10 year time horizon it might a Hold. Chart doesn't show much support until the stock gets back to the $9 range. Company stated they are waiting for markets and higher interest rates to help them out. This is not a great business plan.

HOLD

Have been issuing a lot of stock. When you keep diluting stock and taking on more debt, it puts out more danger signals. Has some confidence in management. As interest rates go up, this company will reprice mark to market, which will mean more profits. Would like to see it under $11.50.

COMMENT

Likes long-term outlook. Operationally doing well. Significant growth opportunities in Asia, primarily Vietnam and China. Biggest challenge is liability on variable annuities and segregated funds. Will be dependent on stock market growth (which he is optimistic on) as well as long-term interest rates, which will help.

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