Manulife Financial (MFC)
NYSE:MFC
MFC Stock Chart & Stats
$38.81
-$0.20(-0.65%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$38.81
-$0.20(-0.65%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$29.70 - $41.43
Previous CloseN/A
Volume264.55K
Average Volume (3M)2.42M
Market Cap
$67.66B
Enterprise Value$94.00B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$14.53B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$13.45B
Price to Earnings (P/E)15.0
Beta0.88
Next Earnings
Aug 05, 2026EPS Estimate
0.79Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield3.41%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)3.50
Shares Outstanding1,668,890,500
10 Day Avg. Volume1,926,983
30 Day Avg. Volume2,418,095
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio1.82
Price to Book (P/B)1.67
Price to Sales (P/S)1.60
P/FCF Ratio2.64
Enterprise Value/Market Cap1.39
Enterprise Value/Revenue1.75
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit3.46
Enterprise Value/Ebitda11.39
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$39.74Price Target Upside2.41% Upside
Rating ConsensusStrong Buy
Number of Analyst Covering9
EPS Forecast (FY)3.16
Revenue Forecast (FY)$30.46B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Diversified Geographic & Product MixManulife's multi‑regional business (Asia, Canada, US) and dual insurance plus wealth management franchises create durable revenue diversification. This reduces single‑market cyclicality, supports cross‑selling, and cushions earnings when one region or product line underperforms, aiding medium‑term stability.
Recovered Profitability & Solid ROEThe company has meaningfully recovered from prior losses to deliver consistent profits and mid‑teens operating margins and an ~11% ROE. Sustained profitability on that capital base supports reinvestment, dividend capacity and reserve strengthening, making earnings more resilient over the next several quarters.
Moderate Leverage And Large Capital BaseLeverage at ~0.29 and a sizable equity base provide financial flexibility to manage underwriting shocks and investment volatility. A robust capital position supports regulatory buffers, strategic M&A or reinsurance actions and protects solvency metrics, reinforcing long‑term operational resiliency.
Bears Say
Weakening Free Cash Flow MomentumA sharp year‑over‑year decline in free cash flow reduces internal funding for dividends, buybacks, and capital actions. For an insurer reliant on investment income and reserve dynamics, weaker FCF increases sensitivity to market moves and may constrain capital deployment or require more active balance sheet management.
Margin And Earnings VolatilityChoppy margins and year‑to‑year swings indicate earnings are sensitive to market and insurance experience. This variability complicates forecasting, reserve planning and capital allocation, increasing the need for conservative pricing, hedging costs, and contingency capital to maintain solvency during stress.
US Segment & Wealth Flow Predictability RiskVolatility in the US (John Hancock) business and recent wealth product net outflows undermine fee income stability. Reduced or unpredictable net flows can lower AUM fees and increase reliance on investment spread income, heightening earnings exposure to capital markets and customer behaviour over the medium term.
Manulife Financial News
MFC FAQ
What was Manulife Financial’s price range in the past 12 months?
Manulife Financial lowest stock price was $29.70 and its highest was $41.43 in the past 12 months.
What is Manulife Financial’s market cap?
Manulife Financial’s market cap is $67.66B.
When is Manulife Financial’s upcoming earnings report date?
Manulife Financial’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 05, 2026 which is in 45 days.
How were Manulife Financial’s earnings last quarter?
Manulife Financial released its earnings results on May 13, 2026. The company reported $0.767 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of $0.793 by -$0.026.
Is Manulife Financial overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Manulife Financial’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Manulife Financial pay dividends?
Manulife Financial pays a Quarterly dividend of $0.352 which represents an annual dividend yield of 3.41%. See more information on Manulife Financial dividends here
What is Manulife Financial’s EPS estimate?
Manulife Financial’s EPS estimate is 0.79.
How many shares outstanding does Manulife Financial have?
Manulife Financial has 1,668,890,500 shares outstanding.
What happened to Manulife Financial’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Manulife Financial reported an EPS of $0.767 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of $0.793. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -5.797%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Manulife Financial?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in MFC
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology
Manulife Financial Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Strong Buy
Average Price Target:
$39.74 (2.41% Upside)
$39.74 (2.41% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
MFC Sentiment 70%
Sector Average ―
Sector Average ―
Hedge Fund Trend
Decreased
By 401.5K Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
Insider Transactions
Sold Shares
Worth $2.9M over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
Crowd Wisdom
Very Negative
Last 7 Days ▼ 10.5%
Last 30 Days ▼ 11.3%
Last 30 Days ▼ 11.3%
News Sentiment
Very Bearish
Bullish news 19%
Bearish news 100%
Bearish news 100%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
37.79%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
12.65%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
7.87%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Manulife Financial
Manulife Financial Corporation is a global provider of financial products and services, operating across Asia, Canada, the United States, and other international regions. Its business is structured into three main segments: Wealth and Asset Management, Insurance and Annuity Products, and Corporate and Other. The Wealth and Asset Management segment delivers various investment solutions, including mutual funds, exchange-traded funds, group retirement and savings plans, and institutional asset management. These offerings are distributed via company-affiliated agents, brokers, securities firms, financial advisors, pension consultants, and banks. The Insurance and Annuity Products segment offers a comprehensive suite of protection and savings vehicles, such as individual life and long-term care insurance (for individuals and groups), guaranteed and partially guaranteed annuity products, and deposit and credit solutions. Its distribution network includes insurance agents, brokers, banks, financial planners, and direct marketing channels. The Corporate and Other segment handles property and casualty insurance, diverse reinsurance activities (including the management of run-off variable annuities and accident and health policies), and oversees timberland and agricultural portfolios. This segment also encompasses various specialized financial services, such as insurance agency operations, portfolio and mutual fund management, and investment advisory and dealer services. Established in 1887, Manulife Financial Corporation is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.
MFC Company Deck
MFC Earnings Call
Q1 2026
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Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call conveyed a predominantly positive outlook: Manulife delivered record core earnings, strong new business CSM/NBV growth across Asia and other segments, generated remittances above expectations, returned significant capital to shareholders, strengthened balance sheet metrics, and advanced strategic and AI initiatives. Notable challenges included meaningful net outflows in Global WAM for the quarter, ALDA-related and hedge accounting charges that reduced net income, lower investment spreads and a material decline in U.S. core earnings (−22% YoY). Management characterized adverse U.S. mortality experience as short-term variability and emphasized diversified, capital-efficient businesses and a clear path to 2027 targets. Overall, positive operational and capital outcomes outweigh the quarter-specific market and investment headwinds.View all MFC earnings summariesMFC Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$39.74
▲(2.41% Upside)
Technical Analysis
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Ownership Overview
0.07% Insiders
4.38% Mutual Funds
13.20% Other Institutional Investors
71.54% Public Companies and
Individual Investors