Manulife Financial Corporation

Manulife Financial Corporation

Manulife Financial Corporation (MFC) is a Toronto-based multinational insurer and wealth manager operating in Canada, the United States (John Hancock) and across Asia. With a market capitalisation of approximately $53.85 billion, Manulife provides individual and group life and health insurance, retirement solutions, mutual funds and asset management. Its revenue mix includes insurance premiums, investment income and fee-based wealth-management revenue, so results are influenced by premiums, market returns, net flows and investment yields. Key considerations for investors are interest-rate sensitivity, equity-market exposure, currency movements and regulatory capital requirements tied to underwriting risks. The company has historically returned capital via dividends and buybacks, but distributions are subject to change. This summary is educational and not personalised investment advice; investors should assess suitability for their circumstances or consult a financial adviser.

Why It's Moving

Manulife Financial Corporation

MFC Stock Warning: Why Analysts See -48% Downside Risk

Manulife Financial's shares took a hit amid broader sector pressures and analyst concerns over valuation, despite the company's recent preferred share dividend declaration. Investors are reacting to warnings of substantial downside risk, signaling potential overvaluation in a cooling insurance market.
Sentiment:
🐻Bearish
  • Manulife declared quarterly dividends on 11 preferred share series, payable March 19, with amounts from $0.14675 to $0.396875 per share, yet shares dropped 5.49% on the announcement day as markets focused on non-cumulative terms.
  • Stock underperformed the market on recent trading days, reflecting investor caution in the financial sector amid rising interest rate uncertainties.
  • Analysts highlight excessive valuation multiples compared to peers, implying up to 48% downside if earnings growth falters in a volatile economic backdrop.

When is the next earnings date for Manulife Financial Corporation (MFC)?

Manulife Financial (MFC) released its Q4 2025 and full-year earnings on February 11, 2026, just prior to the current date. The next earnings report, covering Q1 2026, is scheduled for May 6, 2026. This aligns with the company's historical quarterly reporting pattern following the recent Q4 release.

Stock Performance Snapshot

Hold

Analyst Rating

Analysts suggest holding Manulife's stock, with a target price indicating potential decline.

Above Average

Financial Health

Manulife Financial is performing well with strong revenue and cash flow, indicating solid financial stability.

Average

Dividend

Manulife Financial Corporation's average dividend yield of 3.56% offers a steady income opportunity for investors. If you invested $1000 you would be paid $35.60 a year in dividends (based on the last 12 months).

Source: Analyst sentiment is provided by Refinitiv Ltd, a global leader in financial market data with over 40k business clients. Refinitiv Ltd is an independent third party to Nemo. This is not advice.

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Why You’ll Want to Watch This Stock

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Income & Growth Blend

Manulife combines fee income and investment returns, which can support dividends and growth, though payouts and performance can vary with market conditions.

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North America & Asia

A diversified geographic footprint gives exposure to growth in Asian markets and stability in North America, but also brings currency and regulatory complexity.

Rate Sensitivity

Interest-rate moves affect investment yields and the value of liabilities; rising rates can help margins but sudden moves and market stress are risks.

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