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Sun Life Financial Inc (SLF.TO)

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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

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WAIT

Manufacturers Life looks the most attractive. Had problems with the mutual fund trading scandal in the US. European operations seem to be decelerating a bit. It's acquisition of Clarica looks to be accretive. Probably has the least momentum.

BUY

Favorite in the Canadian life companies. Has a better equity kick than other life companies.

BUY

All three of the major life insurance companies in Canada have been going gangbusters. Looking for good results.

BUY

Has had some problems with their mutual fund subsidiary in the US which has now been cleaned up.

PAST TOP PICK

(Past top pick Apr 2/04. Up 4%.) A long-term hold. Like its market position with good geographic exposure.

HOLD

A bit more expensive than the banks, but bank mergers could be off and Sun Life could continue making acquisitions in the states.

BUY

Have lots of capital and have done well with acquisitions. Good association with C.I. One of the better growth profiles in the life insurance sector.

BUY

Prefers this and Great West Life Over Manufacturers Life.

BUY

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

HOLD

Most of the life-insurance companies are in a major uptrend. The conundrum here is that the stock currently is at the same level it was in 2001/2002. Use a stop loss.

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.

BUY

Just reported record earnings. Good company, but prefers Manufacturer's Life. The US mutual fund problem should now be behind them.

BUY

Should come back quite strongly not what they have paid the fines on their mutual fund in the US.

PAST TOP PICK

(A top pick Jan 26/04. Up 5%.) Continues to be a well-managed steady Eddie. Continues to like.

TOP PICK

(A past top pick Feb 20/04. Up 4%.) Life-insurance side is growing nicely. Great exposure to wealth management. Like its geographic position encompassing the Far East.

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