MANULIFE FINANCIAL CORP - MFCCN 2.348 PERP (MFC-PR-F.CA) Fundamental Analysis & Valuation
TSX:MFC-PR-F • CA56501R8580
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This MFC-PR-F.CA fundamental analysis includes valuation metrics, fair value assessment, financial health analysis, profitability trends, growth metrics and dividend sustainability analysis.
1. MFC-PR-F.CA Profitability Analysis
1.1 Basic Checks
- In the past year MFC-PR-F was profitable.
- MFC-PR-F had a positive operating cash flow in the past year.
- Of the past 5 years MFC-PR-F 4 years were profitable.
- In the past 5 years MFC-PR-F always reported a positive cash flow from operatings.
1.2 Ratios
- Looking at the Return On Assets, with a value of 0.51%, MFC-PR-F is in the better half of the industry, outperforming 60.76% of the companies in the same industry.
- Looking at the Return On Equity, with a value of 10.30%, MFC-PR-F is doing worse than 65.82% of the companies in the same industry.
- MFC-PR-F has a better Return On Invested Capital (0.73%) than 72.15% of its industry peers.
- Measured over the past 3 years, the Average Return On Invested Capital for MFC-PR-F is below the industry average of 3.17%.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| ROA | 0.51% | ||
| ROE | 10.3% | ||
| ROIC | 0.73% |
1.3 Margins
- The Profit Margin of MFC-PR-F (13.57%) is better than 93.67% of its industry peers.
- MFC-PR-F's Profit Margin has improved in the last couple of years.
- MFC-PR-F has a Operating Margin of 22.28%. This is amongst the best in the industry. MFC-PR-F outperforms 91.14% of its industry peers.
- In the last couple of years the Operating Margin of MFC-PR-F has grown nicely.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| OM | 22.28% | ||
| PM (TTM) | 13.57% | ||
| GM | N/A |
2. MFC-PR-F.CA Health Analysis
2.1 Basic Checks
- With a Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) below the Cost of Capital (WACC), MFC-PR-F is destroying value.
- MFC-PR-F has less shares outstanding than it did 1 year ago.
- Compared to 5 years ago, MFC-PR-F has less shares outstanding
- MFC-PR-F has a better debt/assets ratio than last year.
2.2 Solvency
- The Debt to FCF ratio of MFC-PR-F is 0.46, which is an excellent value as it means it would take MFC-PR-F, only 0.46 years of fcf income to pay off all of its debts.
- MFC-PR-F has a Debt to FCF ratio of 0.46. This is amongst the best in the industry. MFC-PR-F outperforms 94.94% of its industry peers.
- MFC-PR-F has a Debt/Equity ratio of 0.29. This is a healthy value indicating a solid balance between debt and equity.
- Looking at the Debt to Equity ratio, with a value of 0.29, MFC-PR-F is in line with its industry, outperforming 58.23% of the companies in the same industry.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Debt/Equity | 0.29 | ||
| Debt/FCF | 0.46 | ||
| Altman-Z | N/A |
2.3 Liquidity
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Current Ratio | N/A | ||
| Quick Ratio | N/A |
3. MFC-PR-F.CA Growth Analysis
3.1 Past
- MFC-PR-F shows a strong growth in Earnings Per Share. In the last year, the EPS has been growing by 8.76%, which is quite good.
- The Earnings Per Share has been growing by 8.86% on average over the past years. This is quite good.
- Looking at the last year, MFC-PR-F shows a small growth in Revenue. The Revenue has grown by 3.39% in the last year.
- The Revenue for MFC-PR-F have been decreasing by -11.65% on average. This is quite bad
3.2 Future
- MFC-PR-F is expected to show a small growth in Earnings Per Share. In the coming years, the EPS will grow by 4.26% yearly.
- Based on estimates for the next years, MFC-PR-F will show a quite strong growth in Revenue. The Revenue will grow by 13.32% on average per year.
3.3 Evolution
- When comparing the EPS growth rate of the last years to the growth rate of the upcoming years, we see that the growth is decreasing.
- The Revenue growth rate is accelerating: in the next years the growth will be better than in the last years.
4. MFC-PR-F.CA Valuation Analysis
4.1 Price/Earnings Ratio
- The Price/Earnings ratio is 4.64, which indicates a rather cheap valuation of MFC-PR-F.
- Compared to the rest of the industry, the Price/Earnings ratio of MFC-PR-F indicates a somewhat cheap valuation: MFC-PR-F is cheaper than 63.29% of the companies listed in the same industry.
- The average S&P500 Price/Earnings ratio is at 25.70. MFC-PR-F is valued rather cheaply when compared to this.
- Based on the Price/Forward Earnings ratio of 4.25, the valuation of MFC-PR-F can be described as very cheap.
- MFC-PR-F's Price/Forward Earnings is on the same level as the industry average.
- MFC-PR-F's Price/Forward Earnings ratio indicates a rather cheap valuation when compared to the S&P500 average which is at 23.84.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| PE | 4.64 | ||
| Fwd PE | 4.25 |
4.2 Price Multiples
- Based on the Enterprise Value to EBITDA ratio, MFC-PR-F is valued cheaper than 86.08% of the companies in the same industry.
- MFC-PR-F's Price/Free Cash Flow ratio is rather cheap when compared to the industry. MFC-PR-F is cheaper than 94.94% of the companies in the same industry.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| P/FCF | 1.02 | ||
| EV/EBITDA | 2.19 |
4.3 Compensation for Growth
- The low PEG Ratio(NY), which compensates the Price/Earnings for growth, indicates a rather cheap valuation of the company.
- The decent profitability rating of MFC-PR-F may justify a higher PE ratio.
5. MFC-PR-F.CA Dividend Analysis
5.1 Amount
- With a Yearly Dividend Yield of 5.25%, MFC-PR-F is a good candidate for dividend investing.
- Compared to an average industry Dividend Yield of 4.41, MFC-PR-F is paying slightly less dividend.
- Compared to an average S&P500 Dividend Yield of 1.89, MFC-PR-F pays a better dividend.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 5.25% |
5.2 History
- The dividend of MFC-PR-F is nicely growing with an annual growth rate of 10.03%!
- MFC-PR-F has been paying a dividend for at least 10 years, so it has a reliable track record.
- MFC-PR-F has not decreased its dividend in the last 3 years.
5.3 Sustainability
- 62.94% of the earnings are spent on dividend by MFC-PR-F. This is not a sustainable payout ratio.
- MFC-PR-F's earnings are growing slower than its dividend. This means the dividend growth is not sustainable.
MFC-PR-F.CA Fundamentals: All Metrics, Ratios and Statistics
MANULIFE FINANCIAL CORP - MFCCN 2.348 PERP
TSX:MFC-PR-F (3/12/2026, 7:00:00 PM)
19.6
+0.24 (+1.24%)
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 5.25% |
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| PE | 4.64 | ||
| Fwd PE | 4.25 | ||
| P/S | 0.85 | ||
| P/FCF | 1.02 | ||
| P/OCF | 1.02 | ||
| P/B | 0.64 | ||
| P/tB | 0.85 | ||
| EV/EBITDA | 2.19 |
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| ROA | 0.51% | ||
| ROE | 10.3% | ||
| ROCE | 0.86% | ||
| ROIC | 0.73% | ||
| ROICexc | 0.75% | ||
| ROICexgc | 1.75% | ||
| OM | 22.28% | ||
| PM (TTM) | 13.57% | ||
| GM | N/A | ||
| FCFM | 82.95% |
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Debt/Equity | 0.29 | ||
| Debt/FCF | 0.46 | ||
| Debt/EBITDA | 1.54 | ||
| Cap/Depr | N/A | ||
| Cap/Sales | N/A | ||
| Interest Coverage | 5.69 | ||
| Cash Conversion | 337.91% | ||
| Profit Quality | 611.41% | ||
| Current Ratio | N/A | ||
| Quick Ratio | N/A | ||
| Altman-Z | N/A |
MANULIFE FINANCIAL CORP - MFCCN 2.348 PERP / MFC-PR-F.CA Fundamental Analysis FAQ
What is the ChartMill fundamental rating of MANULIFE FINANCIAL CORP - MFCCN 2.348 PERP (MFC-PR-F.CA) stock?
ChartMill assigns a fundamental rating of 5 / 10 to MFC-PR-F.CA.
Can you provide the valuation status for MANULIFE FINANCIAL CORP - MFCCN 2.348 PERP?
ChartMill assigns a valuation rating of 8 / 10 to MANULIFE FINANCIAL CORP - MFCCN 2.348 PERP (MFC-PR-F.CA). This can be considered as Undervalued.
Can you provide the profitability details for MANULIFE FINANCIAL CORP - MFCCN 2.348 PERP?
MANULIFE FINANCIAL CORP - MFCCN 2.348 PERP (MFC-PR-F.CA) has a profitability rating of 6 / 10.
What is the financial health of MANULIFE FINANCIAL CORP - MFCCN 2.348 PERP (MFC-PR-F.CA) stock?
The financial health rating of MANULIFE FINANCIAL CORP - MFCCN 2.348 PERP (MFC-PR-F.CA) is 4 / 10.
Can you provide the expected EPS growth for MFC-PR-F stock?
The Earnings per Share (EPS) of MANULIFE FINANCIAL CORP - MFCCN 2.348 PERP (MFC-PR-F.CA) is expected to grow by 9.32% in the next year.