MANULIFE FINANCIAL CORP (MFC) Fundamental Analysis & Valuation
NYSE:MFC • CA56501R1064
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This MFC fundamental analysis includes valuation metrics, fair value assessment, financial health analysis, profitability trends, growth metrics and dividend sustainability analysis.
1. MFC Profitability Analysis
1.1 Basic Checks
- MFC had positive earnings in the past year.
- MFC had a positive operating cash flow in the past year.
- MFC had positive earnings in 4 of the past 5 years.
- MFC had a positive operating cash flow in each of the past 5 years.
1.2 Ratios
- Looking at the Return On Assets, with a value of 0.51%, MFC is doing worse than 70.95% of the companies in the same industry.
- The Return On Equity of MFC (10.30%) is comparable to the rest of the industry.
- The Return On Invested Capital of MFC (0.73%) is worse than 64.19% of its industry peers.
- MFC had an Average Return On Invested Capital over the past 3 years of 0.76%. This is significantly below the industry average of 9.34%.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| ROA | 0.51% | ||
| ROE | 10.3% | ||
| ROIC | 0.73% |
ROA(3y)0.53%
ROA(5y)0.41%
ROE(3y)10.1%
ROE(5y)7.53%
ROIC(3y)0.76%
ROIC(5y)N/A
1.3 Margins
- The Profit Margin of MFC (13.57%) is better than 73.65% of its industry peers.
- MFC's Profit Margin has improved in the last couple of years.
- MFC has a Operating Margin of 22.28%. This is in the better half of the industry: MFC outperforms 77.03% of its industry peers.
- MFC's Operating Margin has improved in the last couple of years.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| OM | 22.28% | ||
| PM (TTM) | 13.57% | ||
| GM | N/A |
OM growth 3YN/A
OM growth 5Y20.81%
PM growth 3YN/A
PM growth 5Y11.35%
GM growth 3YN/A
GM growth 5YN/A
2. MFC Health Analysis
2.1 Basic Checks
- The Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) is below the Cost of Capital (WACC), so MFC is destroying value.
- MFC has less shares outstanding than it did 1 year ago.
- MFC has less shares outstanding than it did 5 years ago.
- MFC has a better debt/assets ratio than last year.
2.2 Solvency
- MFC has a debt to FCF ratio of 0.46. This is a very positive value and a sign of high solvency as it would only need 0.46 years to pay back of all of its debts.
- Looking at the Debt to FCF ratio, with a value of 0.46, MFC belongs to the top of the industry, outperforming 81.08% of the companies in the same industry.
- MFC has a Debt/Equity ratio of 0.29. This is a healthy value indicating a solid balance between debt and equity.
- With a Debt to Equity ratio value of 0.29, MFC perfoms like the industry average, outperforming 55.41% of the companies in the same industry.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Debt/Equity | 0.29 | ||
| Debt/FCF | 0.46 | ||
| Altman-Z | N/A |
ROIC/WACC0.09
WACC8.11%
2.3 Liquidity
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Current Ratio | N/A | ||
| Quick Ratio | N/A |
3. MFC Growth Analysis
3.1 Past
- The Earnings Per Share has grown by an nice 8.76% over the past year.
- Measured over the past years, MFC shows a quite strong growth in Earnings Per Share. The EPS has been growing by 8.86% on average per year.
- The Revenue has been growing slightly by 3.39% in the past year.
- Measured over the past years, MFC shows a very negative growth in Revenue. The Revenue has been decreasing by -11.65% on average per year.
EPS 1Y (TTM)8.76%
EPS 3Y10.83%
EPS 5Y8.86%
EPS Q2Q%8.74%
Revenue 1Y (TTM)3.39%
Revenue growth 3Y19.45%
Revenue growth 5Y-11.65%
Sales Q2Q%-24.06%
3.2 Future
- Based on estimates for the next years, MFC will show a small growth in Earnings Per Share. The EPS will grow by 4.26% on average per year.
- Based on estimates for the next years, MFC will show a quite strong growth in Revenue. The Revenue will grow by 13.32% on average per year.
EPS Next Y9.32%
EPS Next 2Y9.22%
EPS Next 3Y9.66%
EPS Next 5Y4.26%
Revenue Next Year8.5%
Revenue Next 2Y6.04%
Revenue Next 3Y16.24%
Revenue Next 5Y13.32%
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.
- When comparing the Revenue growth rate of the last years to the growth rate of the upcoming years, we see that the growth is accelerating.
4. MFC Valuation Analysis
4.1 Price/Earnings Ratio
- MFC is valuated reasonably with a Price/Earnings ratio of 11.16.
- Compared to the rest of the industry, the Price/Earnings ratio of MFC is on the same level as its industry peers.
- The average S&P500 Price/Earnings ratio is at 25.54. MFC is valued rather cheaply when compared to this.
- Based on the Price/Forward Earnings ratio of 10.22, the valuation of MFC can be described as reasonable.
- The rest of the industry has a similar Price/Forward Earnings ratio as MFC.
- When comparing the Price/Forward Earnings ratio of MFC to the average of the S&P500 Index (22.70), we can say MFC is valued rather cheaply.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| PE | 11.16 | ||
| Fwd PE | 10.22 |
4.2 Price Multiples
- MFC's Enterprise Value to EBITDA ratio is a bit cheaper when compared to the industry. MFC is cheaper than 62.16% of the companies in the same industry.
- Based on the Price/Free Cash Flow ratio, MFC is valued cheaply inside the industry as 84.46% of the companies are valued more expensively.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| P/FCF | 2.46 | ||
| EV/EBITDA | 6.92 |
4.3 Compensation for Growth
- MFC's PEG Ratio(NY), which compensates the Price/Earnings for growth, indicates a correct valuation of the company.
PEG (NY)1.2
PEG (5Y)1.26
EPS Next 2Y9.22%
EPS Next 3Y9.66%
5. MFC Dividend Analysis
5.1 Amount
- MFC has a Yearly Dividend Yield of 4.17%, which is a nice return.
- MFC's Dividend Yield is a higher than the industry average which is at 2.84.
- Compared to an average S&P500 Dividend Yield of 1.89, MFC pays a better dividend.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 4.17% |
5.2 History
- On average, the dividend of MFC grows each year by 10.03%, which is quite nice.
- MFC has been paying a dividend for at least 10 years, so it has a reliable track record.
- MFC has not decreased its dividend in the last 3 years.
Dividend Growth(5Y)10.03%
Div Incr Years3
Div Non Decr Years3
5.3 Sustainability
- 62.94% of the earnings are spent on dividend by MFC. This is not a sustainable payout ratio.
- MFC's earnings are growing slower than its dividend. This means the dividend growth is not sustainable.
DP62.94%
EPS Next 2Y9.22%
EPS Next 3Y9.66%
MFC Fundamentals: All Metrics, Ratios and Statistics
34.36
+0.55 (+1.63%)
Chartmill FA Rating
GICS SectorFinancials
GICS IndustryGroupInsurance
GICS IndustryInsurance
Earnings (Last)02-11 2026-02-11/amc
Earnings (Next)05-05 2026-05-05/amc
Inst Owners55.76%
Inst Owner Change-4.75%
Ins Owners0.06%
Ins Owner ChangeN/A
Market Cap57.60B
Revenue(TTM)38.71B
Net Income(TTM)5.25B
Analysts75.79
Price Target41.41 (20.52%)
Short Float %1.18%
Short Ratio7.86
Dividend
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 4.17% |
Yearly Dividend1.41
Dividend Growth(5Y)10.03%
DP62.94%
Div Incr Years3
Div Non Decr Years3
Ex-Date02-25 2026-02-25 (0.485)
Surprises & Revisions
EPS beat(2)2
Avg EPS beat(2)7.84%
Min EPS beat(2)4.6%
Max EPS beat(2)11.07%
EPS beat(4)2
Avg EPS beat(4)3.07%
Min EPS beat(4)-2.89%
Max EPS beat(4)11.07%
EPS beat(8)6
Avg EPS beat(8)3.82%
EPS beat(12)9
Avg EPS beat(12)4.24%
EPS beat(16)11
Avg EPS beat(16)3.12%
Revenue beat(2)N/A
Avg Revenue beat(2)N/A
Min Revenue beat(2)N/A
Max Revenue beat(2)N/A
Revenue beat(4)N/A
Avg Revenue beat(4)N/A
Min Revenue beat(4)N/A
Max Revenue beat(4)N/A
Revenue beat(8)N/A
Avg Revenue beat(8)N/A
Revenue beat(12)N/A
Avg Revenue beat(12)N/A
Revenue beat(16)N/A
Avg Revenue beat(16)N/A
PT rev (1m)1.16%
PT rev (3m)7.7%
EPS NQ rev (1m)0%
EPS NQ rev (3m)1.44%
EPS NY rev (1m)1.1%
EPS NY rev (3m)1.27%
Revenue NQ rev (1m)N/A
Revenue NQ rev (3m)N/A
Revenue NY rev (1m)0%
Revenue NY rev (3m)0%
Valuation
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| PE | 11.16 | ||
| Fwd PE | 10.22 | ||
| P/S | 2.04 | ||
| P/FCF | 2.46 | ||
| P/OCF | 2.46 | ||
| P/B | 1.55 | ||
| P/tB | 2.04 | ||
| EV/EBITDA | 6.92 |
EPS(TTM)3.08
EY8.96%
EPS(NY)3.36
Fwd EY9.79%
FCF(TTM)13.96
FCFY40.64%
OCF(TTM)13.96
OCFY40.64%
SpS16.83
BVpS22.16
TBVpS16.8
PEG (NY)1.2
PEG (5Y)1.26
Graham Number39.19
Profitability
| 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% |
ROA(3y)0.53%
ROA(5y)0.41%
ROE(3y)10.1%
ROE(5y)7.53%
ROIC(3y)0.76%
ROIC(5y)N/A
ROICexc(3y)0.78%
ROICexc(5y)N/A
ROICexgc(3y)1.78%
ROICexgc(5y)N/A
ROCE(3y)0.9%
ROCE(5y)N/A
ROICexgc growth 3YN/A
ROICexgc growth 5Y4.35%
ROICexc growth 3YN/A
ROICexc growth 5Y3.45%
OM growth 3YN/A
OM growth 5Y20.81%
PM growth 3YN/A
PM growth 5Y11.35%
GM growth 3YN/A
GM growth 5YN/A
F-Score6
Asset Turnover0.04
Health
| 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 |
F-Score6
WACC8.11%
ROIC/WACC0.09
Cap/Depr(3y)N/A
Cap/Depr(5y)N/A
Cap/Sales(3y)N/A
Cap/Sales(5y)N/A
Profit Quality(3y)519.68%
Profit Quality(5y)N/A
High Growth Momentum
Growth
EPS 1Y (TTM)8.76%
EPS 3Y10.83%
EPS 5Y8.86%
EPS Q2Q%8.74%
EPS Next Y9.32%
EPS Next 2Y9.22%
EPS Next 3Y9.66%
EPS Next 5Y4.26%
Revenue 1Y (TTM)3.39%
Revenue growth 3Y19.45%
Revenue growth 5Y-11.65%
Sales Q2Q%-24.06%
Revenue Next Year8.5%
Revenue Next 2Y6.04%
Revenue Next 3Y16.24%
Revenue Next 5Y13.32%
EBIT growth 1Y-1.68%
EBIT growth 3YN/A
EBIT growth 5Y6.73%
EBIT Next Year-67.9%
EBIT Next 3YN/A
EBIT Next 5YN/A
FCF growth 1Y21.18%
FCF growth 3Y24.52%
FCF growth 5Y9.88%
OCF growth 1Y21.18%
OCF growth 3Y24.52%
OCF growth 5Y9.88%
MANULIFE FINANCIAL CORP / MFC Fundamental Analysis FAQ
What is the fundamental rating for MFC stock?
ChartMill assigns a fundamental rating of 4 / 10 to MFC.
Can you provide the valuation status for MANULIFE FINANCIAL CORP?
ChartMill assigns a valuation rating of 6 / 10 to MANULIFE FINANCIAL CORP (MFC). This can be considered as Fairly Valued.
How profitable is MANULIFE FINANCIAL CORP (MFC) stock?
MANULIFE FINANCIAL CORP (MFC) has a profitability rating of 4 / 10.
How financially healthy is MANULIFE FINANCIAL CORP?
The financial health rating of MANULIFE FINANCIAL CORP (MFC) is 4 / 10.
What is the earnings growth outlook for MANULIFE FINANCIAL CORP?
The Earnings per Share (EPS) of MANULIFE FINANCIAL CORP (MFC) is expected to grow by 9.32% in the next year.