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Manulife Financial CorporationNYSE:MFC Stock Report

Market Cap US$69.1b
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1Y34.4%
7D1.2%
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Manulife Financial Corporation

NYSE:MFC Stock Report

Market Cap: US$69.1b

Manulife Financial (MFC) Stock Overview

Provides financial products and services in the United States, Canada, Asia, and internationally. More details

MFC fundamental analysis
Snowflake Score
Valuation2/6
Future Growth2/6
Past Performance4/6
Financial Health5/6
Dividends5/6

Rewards

Trading at 49.5% below our estimate of its fair value

Earnings are forecast to grow 10.06% per year

Earnings have grown 5.6% per year over the past 5 years

Pays a reliable dividend of 3.3%

Risk Analysis

MFC passed our risk checks.

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Price History & Performance

Summary of share price highs, lows and changes for Manulife Financial
Historical stock prices
Current Share PriceCA$41.18
52 Week HighCA$41.43
52 Week LowCA$29.70
Beta0.78
1 Month Change6.38%
3 Month Change16.92%
1 Year Change34.40%
3 Year Change124.29%
5 Year Change111.61%
Change since IPO575.80%

Recent News & Updates

Seeking Alpha • May 27

Manulife: The Market Punished The Wrong Q1

Summary Manulife stock sold off almost 6% after Q1 2026 earnings on a single line item, while its Asia core earnings grew 22% and NBV 15%. The residual income valuation model anchored on Damodaran's industry beta puts intrinsic value at C$76 vs. C$52; on per-name beta, roughly fair. MFC's reported P/B of 2.0x ignores C$25.6B of net CSM. On adjusted book value, MFC trades at 1.3x. The real risk is whether Q1's retail mutual-fund outflows become a trend, forcing Asia to carry the thesis alone. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha

Recent updates

Seeking Alpha • May 27

Manulife: The Market Punished The Wrong Q1

Summary Manulife stock sold off almost 6% after Q1 2026 earnings on a single line item, while its Asia core earnings grew 22% and NBV 15%. The residual income valuation model anchored on Damodaran's industry beta puts intrinsic value at C$76 vs. C$52; on per-name beta, roughly fair. MFC's reported P/B of 2.0x ignores C$25.6B of net CSM. On adjusted book value, MFC trades at 1.3x. The real risk is whether Q1's retail mutual-fund outflows become a trend, forcing Asia to carry the thesis alone. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha • Feb 21

Manulife 2024 Earnings Review: Good Operating Momentum But Limited Upside

Summary Manulife Financial Corporation's strong fundamentals and growth prospects in the life insurance sector make it an interesting long-term investment despite its current overvaluation. Positive 2024 earnings, driven by Asia operations and digital initiatives, led to a 10% dividend increase and a new share buyback program. Manulife's balance sheet is robust, allowing significant shareholder returns, with a forward dividend yield of 3.9% and a 137% capital ratio. Despite strong performance, the current share price reflects limited short-term upside, making Manulife a “hold” for long-term investors. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha • Dec 17

Manulife Financial Expected To Keep Rising On Insurance And Annuities Growth, Profitability

Summary Manulife Financial gets upgraded to a buy, from my prior hold rating, as future revenue and earnings indicators remain strong. Q3 results saw YoY growth in new insurance policies, as well as client inflows to its wealth business. Its profit margin beats key peers, and AI-driven process improvements are expected to make some areas more cost-effective. The firm's asset exposure is largely in government and corporate bonds, with some lesser exposure to commercial real estate. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha • Oct 31

Manulife: Despite Strong Fundamentals, It's Time To Take Profits

Summary Manulife Financial Corporation is an insurance company with strong fundamentals and good growth prospects, namely due to its large exposure to Asia. Its operating performance has been positive, and this trend is expected to be maintained in Q3 2024. Despite this backdrop, MFC's valuation is at a premium to its historical levels and upside potential seems limited right now. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha • Sep 09

Manulife Financial: Dividend Powerhouse With High Growth Potential

Summary Manulife Financial offers strong growth potential with a focus on higher-margin segments like Asia and Global Wealth & Asset Management. MFC boasts a solid balance sheet, a 4.4% dividend yield, and a robust share buyback program, enhancing shareholder value. The company's strategic shift aims for 75% contribution from high-growth segments by 2025, targeting a 15%-18% ROE by 2027. Despite potential risks, MFC's reasonable valuation and focus on high-cash generation businesses position it for strong total returns. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha • Jun 26

Manulife Financial: This Dividend Grower Still Has Upside

Summary The company, founded in 1887, has a strong presence in Asia and has been steadily increasing its earnings despite challenges in the past decade. Manulife Financial has seen a 45% increase in performance over the last year, driven by growth in Asia, higher interest rates, and a robust share buyback program. With projected 10-12% annual earnings growth, a low valuation, and a sustainable dividend yield of 4.5%, Manulife presents an attractive investment opportunity. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha • Jun 09

Manulife Financial: A Hidden Gem Insurance Company Deserving Of Your Attention

Summary Manulife Financial Corporation investors have outperformed the S&P 500 easily over the past year. Despite this, MFC is still reasonably valued with a "C+" valuation grade. Manulife benefits from robust growth opportunities in Asia and its recovering global wealth management business. I explain why MFC's bullish rally is still well-positioned to resume, despite facing near-term volatility. I argue why investors should consider capitalizing on MFC's recent weakness before it potentially surges higher. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha • Apr 19

Manulife Financial: Company Firing On All Cylinders, But Valuation Too Rich (Rating Downgrade)

Summary Manulife Financial is a conservatively managed financial services company with a solid core North American business and good growth prospects in Asia. The company reported strong performance in terms of net income, premiums, and profitability. Manulife achieved several milestones in 2023, including a long-term care reinsurance deal and returning capital to shareholders. The share price has run up nearly 20% since Q4 2023 and is now ahead of fair value. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha • Feb 11

Should You Buy Manulife For Its 4.8% Yield?

Summary Manulife Financial Corp is a great income investment in the financial sector with an attractive dividend yield and strong business fundamentals. The company has good business diversification and is well-positioned to benefit from structural trends such as the aging population and digitalization. Manulife has a positive financial track record, with strong growth in 2022 and good operating income in 2023, supporting its growth prospects and profitability. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha • Jan 26

Manulife: Undervalued With Massive Capital Returns

Summary Manulife Financial is a good income diversifier for portfolios due to its asset-light nature and higher margins. MFC has shown strong growth and profitability, with a focus on expanding in emerging markets in Asia and growing its wealth management business. The company offers attractive capital returns through dividends and share buybacks and is undervalued compared to its historical PE ratio. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha • Jan 02

Manulife Financial: Strong Revenue And Dividend Growth While Share Price Skyrockets (Downgrade)

Summary Manulife Financial downgraded from Strong Buy to Hold, more cautious than the rating consensus today. Share price now double-digits above its 200-day moving average, while top and bottom line YoY growth remains positive. Company has its major asset risk exposure tied to bonds. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha • Dec 19

Manulife: Time To Take Some Profits

Summary Manulife Financial Corporation's shares have outperformed the S&P 500 and iShares US Insurance ETF by over 11.5%. The company's Q3-2023 results showed strong APE sales and a 35% increase in core earnings per share. Underneath those numbers, there are some big detractors from the core earnings. We tell you why we took the preferreds off the board, and why it might be time to consider doing the same with the common. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha • Nov 27

Manulife Financial: Lock In This Growing Dividend At A Discount

Summary Manulife Financial is a Canadian Life Insurer and Asset Manager. MFC pays a 5.6% dividend with a payout ratio below 50%. Growth prospects are solid. Performance will be even more secure in a higher for longer rate scenario. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha • Oct 05

Manulife: The Perpetual Preferreds Are Now Getting Attractive

Summary Manulife Financial Corporation's Q2-2023 results showed strong core earnings, with earnings per share up 9% YoY. The company's valuation is considered undervalued, trading at 7.3X earnings and 1.1X book value. We examine our last preferred share idea and give you a new one. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha • Sep 25

Manulife: Taking A Closer Look At Canadian Life Insurance

Summary Since 2018, Manulife has been successfully implementing its strategic plan to de-risk its portfolio. Manulife offers a strong dividend yield, attractive valuation, and a focus on high-potential markets like Asia, making it an appealing investment option. Exposure to commercial real estate and sensitivity to market downturns are key risks to consider. Manulife should benefit from rising interest rates, particularly in its fixed-income portfolio. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha • Jul 19

Manulife Financial: Dividend Yield Beyond 5% And Positive Net Income Growth

Summary Manulife Financial gets a strong buy rating today. Positives: dividend yield over 5%, positive net income growth, sustainable liquidity & capital, valuation lower than its sector average, price chart trend favorable for next dip buying opportunity. Risks of commercial real estate exposure have been discussed. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha • Jun 13

Manulife: You Shouldn't Doubt This Company, Still A 'Buy'

Summary Manulife is a fundamentally sound business that has been underestimated by many. The company has shown a 2x S&P500 outperformance for the last 7-8 months, and I believe this to be the beginning, not the end of this company's overall journey. It is worth considering whether to continue investing in Manulife or take profits and reinvest elsewhere - but I'm keeping my shares for the time being, and say "BUY" Read the full article on Seeking Alpha

Shareholder Returns

MFCUS InsuranceUS Market
7D1.2%4.9%1.6%
1Y34.4%3.8%18.6%

Return vs Industry: MFC exceeded the US Insurance industry which returned 3.8% over the past year.

Return vs Market: MFC exceeded the US Market which returned 18.6% over the past year.

Price Volatility

Is MFC's price volatile compared to industry and market?
MFC volatility
MFC Average Weekly Movement3.1%
Insurance Industry Average Movement4.3%
Market Average Movement7.3%
10% most volatile stocks in US Market16.7%
10% least volatile stocks in US Market3.2%

Stable Share Price: MFC has not had significant price volatility in the past 3 months compared to the US market.

Volatility Over Time: MFC's weekly volatility (3%) has been stable over the past year.

About the Company

FoundedEmployeesCEOWebsite
188737,000Phil Witheringtonwww.manulife.com

Manulife Financial Corporation, together with its subsidiaries, provides financial products and services in the United States, Canada, Asia, and internationally. It operates through Wealth and Asset Management Businesses; Insurance and Annuity Products; and Corporate and Other segments. The Wealth and Asset Management Businesses segment offers investment advice and solutions to retirement, retail, and institutional clients through multiple distribution channels, including agents and brokers affiliated with the company, independent securities brokerage firms and financial advisors pension plan consultants, and banks.

Manulife Financial Corporation Fundamentals Summary

How do Manulife Financial's earnings and revenue compare to its market cap?
MFC fundamental statistics
Market capUS$69.13b
Earnings (TTM)US$4.16b
Revenue (TTM)US$22.55b
16.6x
P/E Ratio
3.1x
P/S Ratio

Is MFC overvalued?

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Earnings & Revenue

Key profitability statistics from the latest earnings report (TTM)
MFC income statement (TTM)
RevenueCA$32.03b
Cost of RevenueCA$15.91b
Gross ProfitCA$16.12b
Other ExpensesCA$10.20b
EarningsCA$5.91b

Last Reported Earnings

Mar 31, 2026

Next Earnings Date

Aug 05, 2026

Earnings per share (EPS)3.54
Gross Margin50.32%
Net Profit Margin18.46%
Debt/Equity Ratio44.3%

How did MFC perform over the long term?

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Dividends

3.3%
Current Dividend Yield
52%
Payout Ratio

Company Analysis and Financial Data Status

DataLast Updated (UTC time)
Company Analysis2026/07/06 08:28
End of Day Share Price 2026/07/02 00:00
Earnings2026/03/31
Annual Earnings2025/12/31

Data Sources

The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.

PackageDataTimeframeExample US Source *
Company Financials10 years
  • Income statement
  • Cash flow statement
  • Balance sheet
Analyst Consensus Estimates+3 years
  • Forecast financials
  • Analyst price targets
Market Prices30 years
  • Stock prices
  • Dividends, Splits and Actions
Ownership10 years
  • Top shareholders
  • Insider trading
Management10 years
  • Leadership team
  • Board of directors
Key Developments10 years
  • Company announcements

* Example for US securities, for non-US equivalent regulatory forms and sources are used.

Unless specified all financial data is based on a yearly period but updated quarterly. This is known as Trailing Twelve Month (TTM) or Last Twelve Month (LTM) Data. Learn more.

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Analyst Sources

Manulife Financial Corporation is covered by 31 analysts. 11 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.

AnalystInstitution
Mark RosenAccountability Research Corporation
Lemar PersaudATB Cormark Historical (Cormark Securities)
Eric BergBarclays