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Sun Life Financial Inc (SLF.TO)

102.80

+1.38 (1.36%)

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 12 opinions in the last 12 months.

Sun Life Financial Inc (SLF) is presently facing a challenging landscape, with mixed reviews from experts highlighting both the strengths and weaknesses of the company. Some analysts praise its strong management and growth potential in Asia, particularly in asset management, whereas others express concerns regarding its performance in the U.S. dental market and overall growth, particularly as compared to peers like Manulife Financial Corporation (MFC). Despite trading at a lower P/E ratio compared to Canadian banks, some experts argue that the stock's current valuation isn't compelling given the subdued growth prospects. However, SLF is recognized for its consistent dividend growth and stable earnings, and the recent share repurchases are seen as a positive move. Analysts are divided, with some asserting a long-term bullish outlook while others remain cautious pending macroeconomic or company-specific catalysts.

Consensus

Hold

Valuation

Fair Value

Similar

MFC

DON'T BUY

Feels that a lot of money has left the banks and money managers to move into the lifecos. It means that companies such as Sun Life (SLF-T), Great West (GWO-T) and Manufacturers (MFC-T) have caught up to the peak of and are exceeding their FMV.

BUY

Good company and probably a good time to buy it. Oversold.

BUY

On his Buy list is an equal holding of Manufacturers Life (MFC-T) and Sun Life (SLF-T). ROE on ManuLife is superior. Prefers insurance companies over banks.

BUY

Either Sun Life (SLF-T) or Manufacturers Life (MFC-T) is a good buy at this time. Good yield at 2.5%. Good earnings profile going forward.

BUY

One of his favourites. Has a nice dividend. Well-run company.

BUY

Good management. Company has grown, is profitable and pays a dividend regularly.

PAST TOP PICK

(A Top Pick Jan 15/07. Up 6%.) Yield of 2.4%. Still likes this along with Manulife (MFC-T). Likes their international exposure. Still a Buy.

WEAK BUY

Life insurance stocks are more expensive than banks. People are worried about the credit cyle. Believes that the insurance companies have better growth prospects over the year. Sunlife has been lagging.

PAST TOP PICK

(Up 23.4% since Oct. 06) He still holds it and likes the outlook. It has a healthy dividend yield. Recommends buying it on weakness under $50.

TRADE

Likes Manulife's chart better, but still likes this. SLF is still trading sideways, whereas Manulife has broken out.

TRADE

A good Insurance Company, but he prefer's Manulife.

BUY

Likes it and Manulife, because of the exposure to India and China and their money management in the States, (and Canada for Manulife).

TOP PICK

(A Top Pick Oct 16/06. Up 13.1%.) Looking for 8% to 10% capital gain plus dividend yield of about 2.4%. Should be a steady grower. Low risk.

PAST TOP PICK

(Past Top Pick Oct 18/06. Up 11.1%.) Doing some very good things, positioning itself and moving forward. Valuation is still attractive.

PAST TOP PICK

(A Top Pick Oct 16/06. Up 13.4%.) Still a buy.

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