Manulife Financial (NYSE:MFC)oration is a leading international financial services group that offers a diversified range of financial protection and wealth management solutions. Established in 1887 as The Manufacturers Life Insurance Company, Manulife has grown into a global insurer and asset manager serving millions of customers. The company operates under the Manulife brand in Canada and Asia, and as John Hancock in the United States, reflecting its deep market roots and commitment to long-term client relationships.
The firm’s primary business activities encompass individual life and health insurance, group benefits, retirement solutions, and wealth and asset management services. In its insurance segment, Manulife provides whole life, term life, universal life and critical illness policies, alongside health and dental coverage. Its wealth and asset management arm offers mutual funds, segregated funds, private wealth management and institutional asset management, drawing on proprietary research and strategic partnerships to deliver diversified investment portfolios.
Geographically, Manulife maintains a balanced footprint across North America and Asia. In Canada, it is one of the country’s largest life insurers and pension plan managers. The John Hancock division serves a broad spectrum of U.S. clients with retirement plans, mutual funds and insurance products. Asia, a key growth market for Manulife, spans major economies such as Hong Kong, Japan, Singapore and China, where the company leverages digital platforms to enhance customer experiences and expand distribution through bancassurance and agency channels.
Leadership at Manulife is overseen by President and Chief Executive Officer Roy Gori, who has guided the organization through strategic transformation and digital innovation initiatives. The Board of Directors includes seasoned professionals with expertise in global finance, risk management and customer-centric service delivery. Manulife emphasizes sustainable business practices, integrating environmental, social and governance considerations into its operations and investment processes to support long-term value creation for clients and stakeholders.
