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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

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BUY ON WEAKNESS

Would buy at $27/28. A great long-term buy.

BUY

Has upside potential of 15%. Good consistent performer.

TOP PICK

Has a good collection of businesses. Improving the insurance side. Good financial services. Good upside in capital market exposure. Buy at $30 or lower.

PAST TOP PICK

(A top pick Aug 6/03. Up 4.3%.) Likes their assets of CI Funds and Clarica in the financials..

BUY

Hold for the long term. You should constantly see dividend increases over the next 2 to 5 years. Has a good asset management play. Be patient.

HOLD

Has been in a big sideways pattern for the past year. Has a small upward bias. Probably safer than other financial stocks.

TOP PICK

Is probably the most market exposed of the entire financial sector.The market is rebounding.Insurance industry is doing well.

BUY

Should continue to grow and it also looks like the mutual fund business is continuing to improve in the US.Reasonably priced.

BUY

Prefers Great West Life, because of the higher dividend yield.

TOP PICK

Likes financial services.Clarica has been integrated quite well.Expect 15% earnings growth will continue for a long time.Expects an increase in dividend.Good assets.

DON'T BUY

Prefers banks rather than life companies at this time.

HOLD

Reasonably attractive. Probably 10/15% lower than what its worth. Momentum looks reasonable.

DON'T BUY

Don't expect too much.

BUY

Has leverage to the market. Likes at $27.

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.

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