TSE:SLF

Sun Life Financial Inc (SLF.TO)

112.88
+0.15 (0.13%)
as of Aug 14, 2026, 8:00:00 pm Market Open.
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star iconAug 13, 2026, 12:00 am

This summary was created by AI, based on 8 opinions in the last 12 months.

Sun Life Financial Inc (SLF) has been witnessing a rally, reflecting optimism in the insurance sector bolstered by a robust money management business linked with stock market performance. However, experts express caution due to potential risks in private credit, where sector losses have been observed. Current pricing metrics highlight SLF trading at a lower price-to-earnings ratio (11.7x) compared to Canadian banks but not necessarily cheap based on its book value. The company has had its challenges lately, particularly with asset management and a tough Canadian market. That said, there are some bullish sentiments owing to upcoming restructuring efforts and a recovery in U.S. operations, though perspectives on long-term growth vary among analysts.

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Cautious
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Fair Value
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BUY
A good buy for a long term hold.
BUY
A leader in Canada. Large mutual fund holdings in US which have suffered. If you are positive on the stock market, it should do well.
BUY
Good holdings and should be a part of any portfolio. Good price.
BUY
Best upside in insurance if there is a market recovery.
HOLD
Has been hit. Reasonably valued.
STRONG BUY
Financials have been oversold. A solid holding.
BUY
Their fund company assets is holding them back. At a good price now.
DON'T BUY
Wait for markets to recover.
BUY
Doing reasonably well. There is pressure because of their bond portfolio and their mutual fund asset in the US.
BUY
Favourite life company. Has the lowest P/E. Also likes their leverage in the money management business.
BUY
A good core, long term holding. Good price. Asset management sector should pick up.
BUY
Dropping with the sector. A good holding.
BUY
Good price.
TOP PICK
At a 52 week low. Good synergies with Clarica and CI Mutual Funds.
HOLD
Their money management sector could have an upside.
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