Manulife CEO to speak at Scotiabank Financials Summit next week

TORONTO - Manulife Financial Corporation (TSX:MFC) President and Chief Executive Officer Phil Witherington will participate in a fireside chat at the 26th Scotiabank Financials Summit on Thursday, September 4, according to a press release issued by the company today. The insurance giant, currently valued at $52.14 billion, has demonstrated strong financial health with an "Great" rating according to InvestingPro analysis.

The presentation is scheduled to begin at 1:00 p.m. ET. A live webcast of the session will be available through Manulife’s Investor Relations website, with a replay accessible for 90 days following the event.

Manulife Financial Corporation operates as a leading international financial services provider with global headquarters in Toronto. The company conducts business under the Manulife brand across Canada, Asia, and Europe, while operating primarily as John Hancock in the United States.

The firm provides financial advice and insurance products for individuals, groups, and businesses. Through its Manulife Wealth & Asset Management division, the company offers investment services, financial advice, and retirement plan solutions to customers worldwide.

As of the end of 2024, Manulife reported having more than 37,000 employees, over 109,000 agents, and thousands of distribution partners, serving more than 36 million customers globally.

The company trades under the ticker symbol ’MFC’ on the Toronto, New York, and Philippine stock exchanges, and as ’945’ in Hong Kong.

In other recent news, Manulife Financial Corp reported its Q2 2025 earnings, showing mixed results. The company posted earnings per share of $0.6908, slightly below the analyst forecast of $0.7058, resulting in a 2.13% negative surprise. This earnings miss came despite strong net income growth, which was discussed during the earnings call. Analysts noted specific challenges faced by the company, contributing to the market’s reaction. The earnings report was released amid broader market volatility, impacting the company’s stock performance. These developments reflect the ongoing complexities in the financial sector, as highlighted by industry experts.

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