Latest Manulife Financial Corp (MFC) Headlines
Manulife Announces Retirement of Jean-Paul Bisnaire
CNW Group - Wed Mar 12, 8:00AM CDT
Stephen Sigurdson Chosen as Successor
Life Insurance Companies Announce Record Annual Originations, Promotions, and Appointments - Analyst Notes on Prudential Financial, Genworth Financial, Lincoln, The Principal, and Manulife Financial
PR Newswire - Tue Mar 11, 7:00AM CDT
Today, Analysts Review released its analysts' notes regarding Prudential Financial, Inc. (NYSE: PRU), Genworth Financial Inc. (NYSE: GNW), Lincoln National Corp. (NYSE: LNC), Principal Financial Group Inc. (NYSE: PFG), and Manulife Financial Corporation (NYSE: MFC). Private wealth members receive these notes ahead of publication. To reserve complementary membership, limited openings are available at: http://www.AnalystsReview.com/register
Online Life Insurance Market in Japan 2014-2018: One of the Major Drivers in this Market is the Increase in the Self-Directed Client Segment
M2 - Mon Mar 10, 12:03PM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/7qdzwg/online_life) has announced the addition of the "Online Life Insurance Market in Japan 2014-2018" report to their offering. The analysts forecast the Online Insurance market in Japan to grow at a CAGR of 16.84 percent over the period 2013-2018. One of the key factors contributing to this market growth is the increasing usage of the internet for seeking information about insurance. The Online Insurance market in Japan has also been witnessing a rise in the aging population. However, the higher costs of the model could pose a challenge to the growth of this market. Key vendors dominating this space are Lifenet Insurance Company, The Dai-ichi Life Insurance Company Limited, and ACE Ltd. Other vendors mentioned in the report are Mitsui Life Insurance Company Limited Company, Manulife Financial, Japan Post Insurance, and MetLife, Inc. Commenting on the report, an analyst from the team said: A considerable segment of clients no longer consider personal interaction important. These people have become more familiar with insurance products and have some understanding of their needs and how these change over their life stages, even if they may still use personal contact channels to conduct transactions. These customers want complete control over the buying process and do not want to be subjected to sales pressure. They also feel that online channels are more convenient and that they can find better deals themselves. Agents do not have a particularly strong position in Japan. Historically, direct channels have been an important feature of the Japanese market. The use of internet resources is growing rapidly and in the future the internet will be the dominant channel, not only for research, but also for transactions. According to the report, one of the major drivers in this market is the increase in the Self-directed Client segment. These clients seek good-value products that they can buy directly, preferably over the internet. This client segment is usually in the age group of 25 to 45 years, and who are usually more tech-savvy. For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/7q...nline_life About Research and Markets Research and Markets is the world's leading source for international market research reports and market data. We provide you with the latest data on international and regional markets, key industries, the top companies, new products and the latest trends.
John Hancock Closed-End Funds Portfolio Information Now Available
PR Newswire - Fri Mar 07, 4:34PM CST
John Hancock Advisers, LLC announced today that the top-ten holdings and sector and industry weightings, as well as the monthly performance information, as of February 28, 2014 for John Hancock closed-end funds are available on John Hancock Funds' web site. This information is available at www.jhinvestments.com by clicking on "Closed-End Funds" under "Funds & Performance" tab.
John Hancock Retirement Plan Services Leads Industry By Changing How 401(k) Plans Are Priced
PR Newswire - Wed Mar 05, 8:28AM CST
John Hancock Retirement Plan Services (JH RPS) announced today that it will implement a new way of pricing its 401(k) plan services that will help plan sponsors directly address the issue of fairness in the allocation of plan expenses among participants. Driven by a set of strong core values to help ensure retirement plans are built and run for the benefit of all participants, this enhancement is squarely focused on putting participants first.
Ball Announces Accelerated Stock Repurchase
PR Newswire - Tue Mar 04, 6:00AM CST
Ball Corporation (NYSE:BLL) today announced that it has agreed to repurchase approximately $100 million of its outstanding common stock in a privately negotiated accelerated stock repurchase transaction with Barclays Bank PLC, using cash on hand and available borrowings.
John Hancock Closed-End Funds Declare Monthly Distributions
PR Newswire - Mon Mar 03, 3:37PM CST
The five John Hancock closed-end funds listed below declared their monthly distributions today as follows:
John Hancock Closed-End Funds Declare Quarterly Distributions
PR Newswire - Mon Mar 03, 3:36PM CST
The five John Hancock closed-end funds listed below declared their quarterly distributions today as follows:
Prosperity of Asian Economies to be Studied in New Research Project at UofT's Martin Prosperity Institute
PR Newswire - Mon Mar 03, 12:40PM CST
The Martin Prosperity Institute (MPI) at the University of Toronto's Rotman School of Management, in partnership with Manulife Financial, has established the Manulife Asia Desk; a hub for thought leadership and research related to Asian economies and prosperity.
John Hancock Insurance Offers Improved Long-Term Care Rider On All Single Life Products
PR Newswire - Mon Mar 03, 9:00AM CST
John Hancock Insurance today announced that it has launched an improved Long-Term Care (LTC) rider that is available on many of its life insurance products. The rider now provides greater design flexibility when insuring against rising costs of long-term care.
John Hancock Announces Portfolio Manager Additions to John Hancock Tax-Advantaged Global Shareholder Yield Fund
PR Newswire - Fri Feb 28, 5:59PM CST
John Hancock Advisers, LLC, investment advisor to John Hancock Tax-Advantaged Global Shareholder Yield Fund (NYSE: HTY) (the "Fund"), announced today the addition of two new members to the portfolio management team at Epoch Investment Partners, Inc. ("Epoch"). Epoch is responsible for the day-to-day management of the Fund's portfolio investments, other than the Fund's options strategy.
John Hancock Closed-End Funds Release Earnings Data
PR Newswire - Fri Feb 28, 5:56PM CST
The nine John Hancock Closed-End Funds listed in the table below announced earnings1 for the three months ended January 31, 2014. The same data for the comparable three month period ended January 31, 2013 is also available below.
Jim Brockelman Rejoins John Hancock Retirement Plan Services
PR Newswire - Thu Feb 27, 9:00AM CST
Jim Brockelman is rejoining John Hancock Retirement Plan Services (JH RPS) as national director, mid-market, effective this week. He will report to Bob Carroll, national sales manager, JH RPS, and lead the company's expansion into the 401(k) mid-market sector.
Manulife Financial files 2013 Audited Annual Financial Statements and Related MD&A
PR Newswire - Wed Feb 26, 7:03PM CST
TSX/NYSE/PSE: MFC SEHK:945
A.M. Best Assigns Debt Ratings to Manulife Financial Corporation and Its Subsidiary's Preferred Shares and Debt Offerings
A.M. Best Company - AMBest - Tue Feb 25, 10:42AM CST
A.M. Best has assigned a debt rating of "bbb" to the recently issued CAD 200 million 3.90% non-cumulative rate reset Class 1 shares Series 15 of Manulife Financial Corporation (MFC). This offering is for five-year rate reset perpetual preferred shares issued at CAD 25 per share.
Manulife Financial Corporation completes Preferred Share offering
PR Newswire - Tue Feb 25, 7:11AM CST
C$ unless otherwise stated TSX/NYSE/PSE: MFC SEHK:945
Manulife Announces Retirement of Jean-Paul Bisnaire
CNW Group - Wed Mar 12, 8:00AM CDT
Stephen Sigurdson Chosen as Successor
Life Insurance Companies Announce Record Annual Originations, Promotions, and Appointments - Analyst Notes on Prudential Financial, Genworth Financial, Lincoln, The Principal, and Manulife Financial
PR Newswire - Tue Mar 11, 7:00AM CDT
Today, Analysts Review released its analysts' notes regarding Prudential Financial, Inc. (NYSE: PRU), Genworth Financial Inc. (NYSE: GNW), Lincoln National Corp. (NYSE: LNC), Principal Financial Group Inc. (NYSE: PFG), and Manulife Financial Corporation (NYSE: MFC). Private wealth members receive these notes ahead of publication. To reserve complementary membership, limited openings are available at: http://www.AnalystsReview.com/register
Online Life Insurance Market in Japan 2014-2018: One of the Major Drivers in this Market is the Increase in the Self-Directed Client Segment
M2 - Mon Mar 10, 12:03PM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/7qdzwg/online_life) has announced the addition of the "Online Life Insurance Market in Japan 2014-2018" report to their offering. The analysts forecast the Online Insurance market in Japan to grow at a CAGR of 16.84 percent over the period 2013-2018. One of the key factors contributing to this market growth is the increasing usage of the internet for seeking information about insurance. The Online Insurance market in Japan has also been witnessing a rise in the aging population. However, the higher costs of the model could pose a challenge to the growth of this market. Key vendors dominating this space are Lifenet Insurance Company, The Dai-ichi Life Insurance Company Limited, and ACE Ltd. Other vendors mentioned in the report are Mitsui Life Insurance Company Limited Company, Manulife Financial, Japan Post Insurance, and MetLife, Inc. Commenting on the report, an analyst from the team said: A considerable segment of clients no longer consider personal interaction important. These people have become more familiar with insurance products and have some understanding of their needs and how these change over their life stages, even if they may still use personal contact channels to conduct transactions. These customers want complete control over the buying process and do not want to be subjected to sales pressure. They also feel that online channels are more convenient and that they can find better deals themselves. Agents do not have a particularly strong position in Japan. Historically, direct channels have been an important feature of the Japanese market. The use of internet resources is growing rapidly and in the future the internet will be the dominant channel, not only for research, but also for transactions. According to the report, one of the major drivers in this market is the increase in the Self-directed Client segment. These clients seek good-value products that they can buy directly, preferably over the internet. This client segment is usually in the age group of 25 to 45 years, and who are usually more tech-savvy. For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/7q...nline_life About Research and Markets Research and Markets is the world's leading source for international market research reports and market data. We provide you with the latest data on international and regional markets, key industries, the top companies, new products and the latest trends.
John Hancock Closed-End Funds Portfolio Information Now Available
PR Newswire - Fri Mar 07, 4:34PM CST
John Hancock Advisers, LLC announced today that the top-ten holdings and sector and industry weightings, as well as the monthly performance information, as of February 28, 2014 for John Hancock closed-end funds are available on John Hancock Funds' web site. This information is available at www.jhinvestments.com by clicking on "Closed-End Funds" under "Funds & Performance" tab.
John Hancock Retirement Plan Services Leads Industry By Changing How 401(k) Plans Are Priced
PR Newswire - Wed Mar 05, 8:28AM CST
John Hancock Retirement Plan Services (JH RPS) announced today that it will implement a new way of pricing its 401(k) plan services that will help plan sponsors directly address the issue of fairness in the allocation of plan expenses among participants. Driven by a set of strong core values to help ensure retirement plans are built and run for the benefit of all participants, this enhancement is squarely focused on putting participants first.
Ball Announces Accelerated Stock Repurchase
PR Newswire - Tue Mar 04, 6:00AM CST
Ball Corporation (NYSE:BLL) today announced that it has agreed to repurchase approximately $100 million of its outstanding common stock in a privately negotiated accelerated stock repurchase transaction with Barclays Bank PLC, using cash on hand and available borrowings.
John Hancock Closed-End Funds Declare Monthly Distributions
PR Newswire - Mon Mar 03, 3:37PM CST
The five John Hancock closed-end funds listed below declared their monthly distributions today as follows:
John Hancock Closed-End Funds Declare Quarterly Distributions
PR Newswire - Mon Mar 03, 3:36PM CST
The five John Hancock closed-end funds listed below declared their quarterly distributions today as follows:
Prosperity of Asian Economies to be Studied in New Research Project at UofT's Martin Prosperity Institute
PR Newswire - Mon Mar 03, 12:40PM CST
The Martin Prosperity Institute (MPI) at the University of Toronto's Rotman School of Management, in partnership with Manulife Financial, has established the Manulife Asia Desk; a hub for thought leadership and research related to Asian economies and prosperity.
John Hancock Insurance Offers Improved Long-Term Care Rider On All Single Life Products
PR Newswire - Mon Mar 03, 9:00AM CST
John Hancock Insurance today announced that it has launched an improved Long-Term Care (LTC) rider that is available on many of its life insurance products. The rider now provides greater design flexibility when insuring against rising costs of long-term care.
John Hancock Announces Portfolio Manager Additions to John Hancock Tax-Advantaged Global Shareholder Yield Fund
PR Newswire - Fri Feb 28, 5:59PM CST
John Hancock Advisers, LLC, investment advisor to John Hancock Tax-Advantaged Global Shareholder Yield Fund (NYSE: HTY) (the "Fund"), announced today the addition of two new members to the portfolio management team at Epoch Investment Partners, Inc. ("Epoch"). Epoch is responsible for the day-to-day management of the Fund's portfolio investments, other than the Fund's options strategy.
John Hancock Closed-End Funds Release Earnings Data
PR Newswire - Fri Feb 28, 5:56PM CST
The nine John Hancock Closed-End Funds listed in the table below announced earnings1 for the three months ended January 31, 2014. The same data for the comparable three month period ended January 31, 2013 is also available below.
Jim Brockelman Rejoins John Hancock Retirement Plan Services
PR Newswire - Thu Feb 27, 9:00AM CST
Jim Brockelman is rejoining John Hancock Retirement Plan Services (JH RPS) as national director, mid-market, effective this week. He will report to Bob Carroll, national sales manager, JH RPS, and lead the company's expansion into the 401(k) mid-market sector.
Manulife Financial files 2013 Audited Annual Financial Statements and Related MD&A
PR Newswire - Wed Feb 26, 7:03PM CST
TSX/NYSE/PSE: MFC SEHK:945
A.M. Best Assigns Debt Ratings to Manulife Financial Corporation and Its Subsidiary's Preferred Shares and Debt Offerings
A.M. Best Company - AMBest - Tue Feb 25, 10:42AM CST
A.M. Best has assigned a debt rating of "bbb" to the recently issued CAD 200 million 3.90% non-cumulative rate reset Class 1 shares Series 15 of Manulife Financial Corporation (MFC). This offering is for five-year rate reset perpetual preferred shares issued at CAD 25 per share.
Manulife Financial Corporation completes Preferred Share offering
PR Newswire - Tue Feb 25, 7:11AM CST
C$ unless otherwise stated TSX/NYSE/PSE: MFC SEHK:945
