Description

Manulife Financial Corporation, a company established in Toronto, Canada, in 1887, delivers a comprehensive array of financial products and services across Asia, Canada, the United States, and other international markets. Its operations are divided into three primary segments. The Wealth and Asset Management division offers investment guidance and solutions to retirement, retail, and institutional clients, distributed through company-affiliated agents and brokers, independent securities firms, financial advisors, pension consultants, and banks. The Insurance and Annuity Products segment provides banking-related offerings such as deposits and credit, along with individual life insurance, individual and group long-term care insurance, and various guaranteed annuity products. These are distributed via insurance agents, brokers, banks, financial planners, and direct marketing. The Corporate and Other segment focuses on property and casualty reinsurance and manages legacy reinsurance operations, including variable annuities and accident and health policies. Beyond these core areas, Manulife also oversees timberland and agricultural portfolios and engages in diverse financial activities including insurance agencies, investment counseling, dealership services, portfolio and mutual fund management, and mutual fund dealing.