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This summary was created by AI, based on 47 opinions in the last 12 months.

Manulife Financial (MFC-T) has garnered strong endorsements from various financial experts, highlighting its robust performance and capacity for growth, particularly in the Asian market. The company is viewed favorably for its higher-than-average dividend yield, positioning it as an appealing choice for both income-focused and growth-minded investors. There is notable optimism regarding its ability to weather interest rate changes, with many experts believing that rising rates will further benefit its insurance and investment products. While some experts express caution about its current valuation and potential for future appreciation, the general sentiment leans toward support for holding or gradually accumulating shares, particularly during market pullbacks. The company's management is recognized for improving operational efficiency and shedding unprofitable divisions, which has positively influenced its market performance.

Consensus
Buy
Valuation
Fair Value
BUY ON WEAKNESS

Great performance in 2024 with good dividend yield. Does not own shares. Good growth prospects ahead. Would recommend buying on weakness. 

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BUY

Likes it. Globally diversified. Slightly better dividend than SLF right now, though he likes both names. Also slightly cheaper than SLF, so that's why MFC is in his portfolio.

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BUY
For dividends in an RRSP.

A lifeco, but also offers investment products. Solid, dependable. 

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PAST TOP PICK
(A Top Pick Jan 10/24, Up 54%)

He held this a long time, patiently. Shares finally broke above $28 last year after a long repair period. There remains upside as it raises its dividend and has diversified sales in North America and Asia.

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HOLD

All the insurance names, both in Canada and the US, continue to work. If interest rates do, in fact, go higher, that will only be beneficial for lifecos and other insurers. The chart looks fantastic. Good run, so there is some weakening in the intermediate term.

If a long-term holding, best thing you can do is sit on your hands and do nothing except participate in the DRIP program. Especially if he's right on the broader call of rates being 8-10% in the secular bear market of 2030-40, should be a big tailwind for insurers.

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BUY

Great business, especially with current interest rates. Would be top insurance pick in Canada. Excellent business with strong management team. 

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Unspecified

It is one non-bank financial company that keeps on going and going. Insurance companies actually do better when longer term interest rates go up and are one of the better investments when this happens. He owns it in the value momentum strategy fund and it has the potential to expand internationally.

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DON'T BUY

The CEO, retiring next year, is doing a fine job, selling unprofitable product lines, and growth resumed in Hong Kong. MFC is now fully valued. She owns another insurer, though.

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BUY ON WEAKNESS

Really nice footprint in Asia. Its products still resonate with consumers, despite deflationary situation in China. He adds on pullbacks.

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COMMENT
Hold and watch it continue to climb without risk?

No, you can never do that. Remember that MFC plunged during 2008 because it got into all kinds of trouble. Today, management has learned a lot from that. He sees big upside in their insurance, US and Asian operations. Still offers decent value and dividend growth. However, insurance companies are prone to serious slides if they make a bad misjudgement.

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Unspecified

It has been breaking out of its 10 year chart. The legacy issues have been addressed. It is having success in Asia and the wealth management field. Close to 45% of MFC's business is in Asia.

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BUY

Based for a long time, then broke out. That's why it's important when you see a base like that, look for opportunities from a technical perspective. Still in an upward trend, stay in it until it breaks that trend.

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TOP PICK

Financials have recently been doing well in anticipation of an improving NA economy. Instead of a recession, looking like a soft landing with potential for upside. In Canada, the #1 ranked financial services company in his rankings. Its gain, which started about a year ago, has been very consistent and well supported. Yield is 3.6%.

(Analysts’ price target is $47.02)
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PARTIAL SELL

CEO did a great job cleaning things up, and is retiring next year. Trimming aggressively in the last month or so. Sold it in his growth fund, bringing down the weight in his income fund. A lot of the gains have been made. Yield now is just 3.5%. Company's doing everything right, there just isn't the same upside as a year ago.

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HOLD

They turned around to regain investor confidence, but he's cautious buying it now. Is reasonably valued. Tricky. Pleased with it, but the company hasn't changed fundamentally.

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Manulife Financial(MFC-T) Rating

Ranking : 5 out of 5

Bullish - Buy Signals / Votes : 25

Neutral - Hold Signals / Votes : 12

Bearish - Sell Signals / Votes : 4

Total Signals / Votes : 41

Stockchase rating for Manulife Financial is calculated according to the stock experts' signals. A high score means experts mostly recommend to buy the stock while a low score means experts mostly recommend to sell the stock.

Manulife Financial(MFC-T) Frequently Asked Questions

What is Manulife Financial stock symbol?

Manulife Financial is a Canadian stock, trading under the symbol MFC-T on the Toronto Stock Exchange (MFC-CT). It is usually referred to as TSX:MFC or MFC-T

Is Manulife Financial a buy or a sell?

In the last year, 41 stock analysts published opinions about MFC-T. 25 analysts recommended to BUY the stock. 4 analysts recommended to SELL the stock. The latest stock analyst recommendation is . Read the latest stock experts' ratings for Manulife Financial.

Is Manulife Financial a good investment or a top pick?

Manulife Financial was recommended as a Top Pick by on . Read the latest stock experts ratings for Manulife Financial.

Why is Manulife Financial stock dropping?

Earnings reports or recent company news can cause the stock price to drop. Read stock experts’ recommendations for help on deciding if you should buy, sell or hold the stock.

Is Manulife Financial worth watching?

41 stock analysts on Stockchase covered Manulife Financial In the last year. It is a trending stock that is worth watching.

What is Manulife Financial stock price?

On 2025-02-18, Manulife Financial (MFC-T) stock closed at a price of $42.57.