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Hong Kong, December 22, 2004
Manulife launches Executive Select for middle–income group
Manulife (International) Limited has launched Executive Select for Hong Kong’s middle–income group in response to market demand for prudent financial planning. More
Manulife launches Executive Select for middle–income group
Manulife (International) Limited has launched Executive Select for Hong Kong’s middle–income group in response to market demand for prudent financial planning. More
Hong Kong, December 20, 2004
Manulife Centre Holds Christmas Day Camp for Children with Learning Disabilities
The Manulife Centre for Children with Specific Learning Disabilities will hold a Children Christmas Day Camp. More
Manulife Centre Holds Christmas Day Camp for Children with Learning Disabilities
The Manulife Centre for Children with Specific Learning Disabilities will hold a Children Christmas Day Camp. More
Hong Kong, December 17, 2004
Manulife agents honoured for half–century with firm
Two senior insurance agents who have each clocked up an incredible 50 years’ service with Manulife were feted at a celebration dinner last night. More
Manulife agents honoured for half–century with firm
Two senior insurance agents who have each clocked up an incredible 50 years’ service with Manulife were feted at a celebration dinner last night. More
Hong Kong, November 19, 2004
Manulife Announces New Senior Appointments
Manulife Financial has announced the appointment of two senior executives in its Asian Division, while Manulife (International) Limited announced three senior executive appointments. More
Manulife Announces New Senior Appointments
Manulife Financial has announced the appointment of two senior executives in its Asian Division, while Manulife (International) Limited announced three senior executive appointments. More
Hong Kong, November 13, 2004
Manulife Volunteers Pitch in for "Qile" Charity Cake Drive
Manulife International Limited staged the "Qile" Charity Cake Drive Kick–off Ceremony at Manulife Tower in North Point to kick start the fund–raising event. More
Manulife Volunteers Pitch in for "Qile" Charity Cake Drive
Manulife International Limited staged the "Qile" Charity Cake Drive Kick–off Ceremony at Manulife Tower in North Point to kick start the fund–raising event. More
Toronto, November 4, 2004
Manulife Financial Corporation reports 81 per cent increase in shareholders' net income
Manulife Financial Corporation today reported shareholders' net income of $717 million for the quarter, an increase of 81 per cent over a year earlier. More
Manulife Financial Corporation reports 81 per cent increase in shareholders' net income
Manulife Financial Corporation today reported shareholders' net income of $717 million for the quarter, an increase of 81 per cent over a year earlier. More
Hong Kong, November 1, 2004
Manulife Announces New Senior Appointments
Manulife Financial, has announced the appointment of three senior executives in its Asia regional actuarial division. More
Manulife Announces New Senior Appointments
Manulife Financial, has announced the appointment of three senior executives in its Asia regional actuarial division. More
Hong Kong, September 14, 2004
Manulife Announces New Senior Appointments
Manulife Financial, has announced the appointment of one senior executive in its Asian Division, and also announced two senior executive appointments. More
Manulife Announces New Senior Appointments
Manulife Financial, has announced the appointment of one senior executive in its Asian Division, and also announced two senior executive appointments. More
Hong Kong, August 31, 2004
Manulife Financial becomes Worldwide Life Insurance Partner of the Olympic Games
Manulife Financial is now the Official Worldwide Life Insurance Partner of the Olympic Games, supporting the Olympic Movement around the world, including Hong Kong. More
Manulife Financial becomes Worldwide Life Insurance Partner of the Olympic Games
Manulife Financial is now the Official Worldwide Life Insurance Partner of the Olympic Games, supporting the Olympic Movement around the world, including Hong Kong. More
Hong Kong, August 27, 2004
All aboard as Manulife backs Hong Kong's big charity "drive"!
Manulife (International) Limited will be pledging not only a monetary contribution but also volunteers to help in this donation "drive". More
All aboard as Manulife backs Hong Kong's big charity "drive"!
Manulife (International) Limited will be pledging not only a monetary contribution but also volunteers to help in this donation "drive". More
Hong Kong, August 19, 2004
Manulife tops MPF customer–satisfaction poll again
Manulife Hong Kong’s professional Mandatory Provident Fund (MPF) services took pole position again. More
Manulife tops MPF customer–satisfaction poll again
Manulife Hong Kong’s professional Mandatory Provident Fund (MPF) services took pole position again. More
Toronto, August 5, 2004
Manulife Financial Corporation announces record quarterly earnings and increases shareholder dividend
Manulife Financial Corporation today reported shareholders' net income of $660 million for the quarter. More
Manulife Financial Corporation announces record quarterly earnings and increases shareholder dividend
Manulife Financial Corporation today reported shareholders' net income of $660 million for the quarter. More
Hong Kong, July 26, 2004
Manulife pledges HK$720,000 to CUHK’s Cancer Patient Resource Centre for cancer patient counselling service
Manulife Charitable Foundation, a not–for–profit organisation established in December 1998 by Manulife (International) Limited, today presented a HK$720,000 cheque to the Chinese University of Hong Kong. More
Manulife pledges HK$720,000 to CUHK’s Cancer Patient Resource Centre for cancer patient counselling service
Manulife Charitable Foundation, a not–for–profit organisation established in December 1998 by Manulife (International) Limited, today presented a HK$720,000 cheque to the Chinese University of Hong Kong. More
Hong Kong, July 13, 2004
Manulife Announces New Senior Appointments
Manulife Financial has announced the appointment of two senior executives in its Asian Division and Manulife (International) Limited, also announced two senior executive appointments. More
Manulife Announces New Senior Appointments
Manulife Financial has announced the appointment of two senior executives in its Asian Division and Manulife (International) Limited, also announced two senior executive appointments. More
Hong Kong, July 9, 2004
Manulife Centre holds free seminar on teaching Chinese and English literacy skills to children with specific learning disabilities
The Manulife Centre for Children with Specific Learning Disabilities will hold a free open seminar to introduce a series of programs on training approaches to Chinese and English literacy. More
Manulife Centre holds free seminar on teaching Chinese and English literacy skills to children with specific learning disabilities
The Manulife Centre for Children with Specific Learning Disabilities will hold a free open seminar to introduce a series of programs on training approaches to Chinese and English literacy. More
Hong Kong, July 7, 2004
Manulife receives Top Fund Raiser Awards again in Walks for Millions 2003/04
Manulife (International) Limited has won two honorary awards at the Walks for Millions 2003/2004 event. More
Manulife receives Top Fund Raiser Awards again in Walks for Millions 2003/04
Manulife (International) Limited has won two honorary awards at the Walks for Millions 2003/2004 event. More
Hong Kong, June 30, 2004
Manulife Expo Draws 50,000-Plus Visitors
Manulife Expo, held recently at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, received overwhelming response from the public with more than 50,000 visitors. More
Manulife Expo Draws 50,000-Plus Visitors
Manulife Expo, held recently at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, received overwhelming response from the public with more than 50,000 visitors. More
Hong Kong, June 14, 2004
Manulife Offers 500–Plus Career Opportunities to Hong Kongers
Manulife Expo, a recruitment–fair and company exhibition, will be held on June 19, 2004 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. More
Manulife Offers 500–Plus Career Opportunities to Hong Kongers
Manulife Expo, a recruitment–fair and company exhibition, will be held on June 19, 2004 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. More
Hong Kong, June 7, 2004
First–class service wins Manulife double recognition
Manulife (International) Limited is elected as the winner of the Next Magazine’s Top Service Award 2004 in both the "Insurance Company" and the "MPF Service" categories, underscoring its leadership in providing excellent service to customers. More
First–class service wins Manulife double recognition
Manulife (International) Limited is elected as the winner of the Next Magazine’s Top Service Award 2004 in both the "Insurance Company" and the "MPF Service" categories, underscoring its leadership in providing excellent service to customers. More
Hong Kong, May 31, 2004
Manulife teams up with Red Cross to drive blood donation
Some 544 staff, insurance/financial advisors and customers of Manulife (International) Limited volunteered to play a part in the company–wide blood–donation drive. More
Manulife teams up with Red Cross to drive blood donation
Some 544 staff, insurance/financial advisors and customers of Manulife (International) Limited volunteered to play a part in the company–wide blood–donation drive. More
Hong Kong, May 18, 2004
Manulife Hong Kong Web Site Wins Web Care Award 2004
Manulife (International) Limited has been presented with the Web Care Award by The Internet Professionals Association for the second year in a row. More
Manulife Hong Kong Web Site Wins Web Care Award 2004
Manulife (International) Limited has been presented with the Web Care Award by The Internet Professionals Association for the second year in a row. More
Hong Kong, May 12, 2004
Manulife wins Gold SuperBrand Award for its superior brand value and service
Manulife (International) Limited has received the "Gold SuperBrand Award" from Reader’s Digest in recognition of its commitment to providing superior value and excellent service for its customers. More
Manulife wins Gold SuperBrand Award for its superior brand value and service
Manulife (International) Limited has received the "Gold SuperBrand Award" from Reader’s Digest in recognition of its commitment to providing superior value and excellent service for its customers. More
Toronto, May 6, 2004
Peter Rubenovitch, Manulife Financial Group, Named Canada’s CFO of the Year for 2004
Peter Rubenovitch, Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Manulife Financial Group, will be honoured as Canada's CFO of the Year™ for 2004. More
Peter Rubenovitch, Manulife Financial Group, Named Canada’s CFO of the Year for 2004
Peter Rubenovitch, Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Manulife Financial Group, will be honoured as Canada's CFO of the Year™ for 2004. More
United States, May 3, 2004
Manulife New York strengthens investment lineup
Continuing to provide clients with access to best–of–class investment platforms and asset allocation strategies, The Manufacturers Life Insurance Company of New York (Manulife New York) announced today enhancements to the Manufacturers Investment Trust (MIT). More
Manulife New York strengthens investment lineup
Continuing to provide clients with access to best–of–class investment platforms and asset allocation strategies, The Manufacturers Life Insurance Company of New York (Manulife New York) announced today enhancements to the Manufacturers Investment Trust (MIT). More
Boston, May 3, 2004
Manulife USA strengthens investment lineup
Continuing to provide clients with access to best–of–class investment platforms and asset allocation strategies, The Manufacturers Life Insurance Company (U.S.A.) (Manulife USA) announced today enhancements to the Manufacturers Investment Trust (MIT). More
Manulife USA strengthens investment lineup
Continuing to provide clients with access to best–of–class investment platforms and asset allocation strategies, The Manufacturers Life Insurance Company (U.S.A.) (Manulife USA) announced today enhancements to the Manufacturers Investment Trust (MIT). More
Hong Kong, April 30, 2004
Manulife Announces New Senior Appointments
Manulife Financial, has announced the appointment of one senior executive in its Asian Division. More
Manulife Announces New Senior Appointments
Manulife Financial, has announced the appointment of one senior executive in its Asian Division. More
Toronto, April 28, 2004
Manulife Financial and John Hancock complete merger creating North America’s second largest life insurance company
Manulife Financial Corporation and John Hancock Financial Services, Inc., including its Canadian subsidiary, The Maritime Life Assurance Company, today completed their merger after receiving all necessary regulatory approvals. John Hancock is now a subsidiary of Manulife Financial. More
Manulife Financial and John Hancock complete merger creating North America’s second largest life insurance company
Manulife Financial Corporation and John Hancock Financial Services, Inc., including its Canadian subsidiary, The Maritime Life Assurance Company, today completed their merger after receiving all necessary regulatory approvals. John Hancock is now a subsidiary of Manulife Financial. More
Toronto, April 28, 2004
Manulife Financial Corporation receives TSX waiver to allow participation in MOC for normal course issuer bid
Manulife Financial Corporation has received relief from the Toronto Stock Exchange in order to permit Manulife to participate in Market on Close (MOC) with respect to the purchase of Manulife common shares pursuant to Manulife’s previously announced normal course issuer bid. More
Manulife Financial Corporation receives TSX waiver to allow participation in MOC for normal course issuer bid
Manulife Financial Corporation has received relief from the Toronto Stock Exchange in order to permit Manulife to participate in Market on Close (MOC) with respect to the purchase of Manulife common shares pursuant to Manulife’s previously announced normal course issuer bid. More
Toronto, April 26, 2004
Manulife Financial announces earnings of $428 million
Manulife Financial Corporation today reported shareholders' net income of $428 million for the quarter, 28 per cent higher than the prior year despite the negative impact of a strengthened Canadian dollar, which reduced earnings by approximately $31 million. More
Manulife Financial announces earnings of $428 million
Manulife Financial Corporation today reported shareholders' net income of $428 million for the quarter, 28 per cent higher than the prior year despite the negative impact of a strengthened Canadian dollar, which reduced earnings by approximately $31 million. More
Hong Kong, April 22, 2004
Manulife GM weaves magic spell for children with specific learning difficulties
The magic is working...what an adventure!" said one of the characters in the book–and the magic certainly worked on some 20 children at the Manulife Centre for Children with Specific Learning Disabilities. More
Manulife GM weaves magic spell for children with specific learning difficulties
The magic is working...what an adventure!" said one of the characters in the book–and the magic certainly worked on some 20 children at the Manulife Centre for Children with Specific Learning Disabilities. More
Toronto, April 20, 2004
Manulife/John Hancock merger receives Canadian regulatory approvals
Manulife Financial has received approvals from the Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions and the Minister of Finance to complete its merger with John Hancock Financial Services, Inc. More
Manulife/John Hancock merger receives Canadian regulatory approvals
Manulife Financial has received approvals from the Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions and the Minister of Finance to complete its merger with John Hancock Financial Services, Inc. More
Waterloo, April 20, 2004
Canadians’ interest in investing holds near two-year high: Manulife Investor Sentiment Index
Canadians’ interest in investing remained near a two-year high early in 2004, according to a recent national poll for Manulife Financial, one of Canada’s leading insurance and wealth management companies. More
Canadians’ interest in investing holds near two-year high: Manulife Investor Sentiment Index
Canadians’ interest in investing remained near a two-year high early in 2004, according to a recent national poll for Manulife Financial, one of Canada’s leading insurance and wealth management companies. More
Toronto, April 20, 2004
Manulife Financial’s First Quarter 2004 Financial Results Conference Call available through live webcast
On Monday, April 26, 2004, Manulife Financial will webcast its first quarter 2004 financial results conference call with analysts. More
Manulife Financial’s First Quarter 2004 Financial Results Conference Call available through live webcast
On Monday, April 26, 2004, Manulife Financial will webcast its first quarter 2004 financial results conference call with analysts. More
Boston, April 20, 2004
Manulife USA’s T–Pro rider offers variable annuity clients triple protection death benefit
Providing retirement–aged clients with more affordable death benefit protection, Manulife USA introduced the new Triple Protection (T–Pro) Rider for use with their Venture family of Variable Annuities. More
Manulife USA’s T–Pro rider offers variable annuity clients triple protection death benefit
Providing retirement–aged clients with more affordable death benefit protection, Manulife USA introduced the new Triple Protection (T–Pro) Rider for use with their Venture family of Variable Annuities. More
Shanghai, April 13, 2004
Manulife-Sinochem granted operating license for Beijing branch by China Insurance Regulatory Commission
Yesterday, the China Insurance Regulatory Commission (CIRC) formally granted an operating license to Manulife–Sinochem Life Insurance Co. Ltd. for its branch office in Beijing, China. More
Manulife-Sinochem granted operating license for Beijing branch by China Insurance Regulatory Commission
Yesterday, the China Insurance Regulatory Commission (CIRC) formally granted an operating license to Manulife–Sinochem Life Insurance Co. Ltd. for its branch office in Beijing, China. More
Waterloo, April 13, 2004
Manulife Bank of Canada decreases prime lending rate
Manulife Bank of Canada today announced a decrease of one quarter of one per cent in its Canadian dollar prime–lending rate. More
Manulife Bank of Canada decreases prime lending rate
Manulife Bank of Canada today announced a decrease of one quarter of one per cent in its Canadian dollar prime–lending rate. More
Toronto, April 13, 2004
Manulife receives approval from Massachusetts Division of Insurance for merger with John Hancock
Manulife Financial Corporation has received approval from the Massachusetts Division of Insurance (DOI) for its proposed merger with John Hancock Financial Services, Inc. More
Manulife receives approval from Massachusetts Division of Insurance for merger with John Hancock
Manulife Financial Corporation has received approval from the Massachusetts Division of Insurance (DOI) for its proposed merger with John Hancock Financial Services, Inc. More
Ho Chi Minh City, April 7, 2004
Manulife launches Savings Care Plan, an advanced six-year savings and protection plan
Manulife today announced the introduction of Savings Care Plan, designed for customers with short–term saving goals and life insurance protection needs for themselves and their loved ones. More
Manulife launches Savings Care Plan, an advanced six-year savings and protection plan
Manulife today announced the introduction of Savings Care Plan, designed for customers with short–term saving goals and life insurance protection needs for themselves and their loved ones. More
Boston, April 7, 2004
Manulife USA receives DALBAR service award for second consecutive year
Recognizing the Company's continued excellence in client services and support, Manulife USA's Annuity division has been awarded the Financial Intermediary Service Award (FISQE) by DALBAR, Inc. More
Manulife USA receives DALBAR service award for second consecutive year
Recognizing the Company's continued excellence in client services and support, Manulife USA's Annuity division has been awarded the Financial Intermediary Service Award (FISQE) by DALBAR, Inc. More
Toronto, April 2, 2004
Manulife Financial Corporation's amended Normal Course Issuer Bid approved
Manulife Financial Corporation has received acceptance from the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) of an amendment to the terms of Manulife's existing normal course issuer bid. More
Manulife Financial Corporation's amended Normal Course Issuer Bid approved
Manulife Financial Corporation has received acceptance from the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) of an amendment to the terms of Manulife's existing normal course issuer bid. More
Toronto, April 1, 2004
Manulife Financial Annual Report and Proxy Circular available online
Manulife Financial's 2003 Annual Report, Proxy Circular and Public Accountability Statement are now available for download. More
Manulife Financial Annual Report and Proxy Circular available online
Manulife Financial's 2003 Annual Report, Proxy Circular and Public Accountability Statement are now available for download. More
Tokyo, March 30, 2004
Manulife Japan and The Bank of Tokyo–Mitsubishi to launch first new product under alliance
Manulife Life Insurance Company (Manulife Japan; President and CEO: Trevor Matthews), together with The Bank of Tokyo–Mitsubishi, Ltd. (BTM; President: Shigemitsu Miki), a wholly owned subsidiary of Mitsubishi Tokyo Financial Group, Inc. (MTFG; President: Shigemitsu Miki), today announced the development of a new investment–type annuity insurance. More
Manulife Japan and The Bank of Tokyo–Mitsubishi to launch first new product under alliance
Manulife Life Insurance Company (Manulife Japan; President and CEO: Trevor Matthews), together with The Bank of Tokyo–Mitsubishi, Ltd. (BTM; President: Shigemitsu Miki), a wholly owned subsidiary of Mitsubishi Tokyo Financial Group, Inc. (MTFG; President: Shigemitsu Miki), today announced the development of a new investment–type annuity insurance. More
Toronto, March 26, 2004
Notice of live webcast: Manulife Financial at UBS Conference
On Tuesday, March 30, 2004, Manulife Financial will participate in the UBS Asset Gathering Conference in Boston. At 3:00 p.m. (E.S.T.), Robert T. Cassato, President of Manulife Wood Logan will discuss the current and future role of wholesale distribution of insurance and annuity products. More
Notice of live webcast: Manulife Financial at UBS Conference
On Tuesday, March 30, 2004, Manulife Financial will participate in the UBS Asset Gathering Conference in Boston. At 3:00 p.m. (E.S.T.), Robert T. Cassato, President of Manulife Wood Logan will discuss the current and future role of wholesale distribution of insurance and annuity products. More
Hong Kong, March 26, 2004
Manulife Centre holds free seminar to help struggling child readers
The Manulife Centre for Children with Specific Learning Disabilities will hold a free seminar that will focus on some advanced instructional strategies that help Cantonese-speaking children. More
Manulife Centre holds free seminar to help struggling child readers
The Manulife Centre for Children with Specific Learning Disabilities will hold a free seminar that will focus on some advanced instructional strategies that help Cantonese-speaking children. More
Boston, March 24, 2004
Manulife USA enhances premium financing sales tool kit
Improving upon and expanding the tools made available to financial advisors, Manulife USA has introduced an enhanced Premium Financing Sales Tool Kit. More
Manulife USA enhances premium financing sales tool kit
Improving upon and expanding the tools made available to financial advisors, Manulife USA has introduced an enhanced Premium Financing Sales Tool Kit. More
Shanghai, March 23, 2004
Manulife-Sinochem becomes first-ever insurer in Shanghai to be honored as "Most Trustworthy Company"
Manulife-Sinochem received the "Most Trustworthy Company" award from the Shanghai Consumer Association and Shanghai Civil Office. More
Manulife-Sinochem becomes first-ever insurer in Shanghai to be honored as "Most Trustworthy Company"
Manulife-Sinochem received the "Most Trustworthy Company" award from the Shanghai Consumer Association and Shanghai Civil Office. More
Boston, March 16, 2004
Manulife USA helps advisors protect clients' retirement income with new rider, 100-city road show
Continuing to provide financial advisors with superior tools for protecting their clients' retirement incomes, Manulife USA's Annuities Division introduced the new Principal Plus Rider for use with their Venture® family of Variable Annuities. More
Manulife USA helps advisors protect clients' retirement income with new rider, 100-city road show
Continuing to provide financial advisors with superior tools for protecting their clients' retirement incomes, Manulife USA's Annuities Division introduced the new Principal Plus Rider for use with their Venture® family of Variable Annuities. More
Toronto, March 15, 2004
Manulife Mutual Funds proposes several fund mergers
Changes designed to create operating efficiencies and achieve greater economies of scale. More
Manulife Mutual Funds proposes several fund mergers
Changes designed to create operating efficiencies and achieve greater economies of scale. More
Toronto, March 12, 2004
Manulife Financial Corporation to Recommence Share Purchase Program
Manulife Financial Corporation plans to recommence purchases of its common shares and purchases of common stock of John Hancock Financial Services, Inc., subject to market conditions. More
Manulife Financial Corporation to Recommence Share Purchase Program
Manulife Financial Corporation plans to recommence purchases of its common shares and purchases of common stock of John Hancock Financial Services, Inc., subject to market conditions. More
Boston, March 11, 2004
Manulife USA donates $150,000 to families first parenting programs
Families First Parenting Programs today announced that Manulife USA has donated $150,000 to support and promote healthy family relationships through a comprehensive sponsorship campaign. More
Manulife USA donates $150,000 to families first parenting programs
Families First Parenting Programs today announced that Manulife USA has donated $150,000 to support and promote healthy family relationships through a comprehensive sponsorship campaign. More
Boston, March 11, 2004
Manulife USA introduces survivorship universal life product with increased affordability, flexibility
Enhancing its offering to clients seeking guaranteed coverage, Manulife USA introduced the enhanced Manulife Survivorship UL-G, a survivorship universal life insurance product that offers lifetime guaranteed coverage. More
Manulife USA introduces survivorship universal life product with increased affordability, flexibility
Enhancing its offering to clients seeking guaranteed coverage, Manulife USA introduced the enhanced Manulife Survivorship UL-G, a survivorship universal life insurance product that offers lifetime guaranteed coverage. More
Boston, March 4, 2004
Manulife USA and families first host event to unveil new partnership supporting homeless and low-income families in Boston
Alison Alden, Executive Vice President of Human Resources and Communications for Manulife USA, will discuss the Company's continued commitment to enhancing the lives of children and strengthening neighborhoods in Boston through meaningful and impactful partnerships. More
Manulife USA and families first host event to unveil new partnership supporting homeless and low-income families in Boston
Alison Alden, Executive Vice President of Human Resources and Communications for Manulife USA, will discuss the Company's continued commitment to enhancing the lives of children and strengthening neighborhoods in Boston through meaningful and impactful partnerships. More
Japan, March 2, 2004
Manulife Japan's 3,600 Producers Using NaviSys Front Office™ to Enable Straight-Through Processing of New Business
NaviSys, Inc. announced today that Manulife Japan has processed 250,000 universal life illustrations and more than 51,000 applications since launching NaviSys Front Office™. More
Manulife Japan's 3,600 Producers Using NaviSys Front Office™ to Enable Straight-Through Processing of New Business
NaviSys, Inc. announced today that Manulife Japan has processed 250,000 universal life illustrations and more than 51,000 applications since launching NaviSys Front Office™. More
Hong Kong, March 2, 2004
Manulife Announces New Senior Appointments
Manulife Financial, has announced several new appointments of senior executives in its Asian division, including management changes in Manulife (International) Limited, a member of the Manulife Financial Group in Hong Kong. More
Manulife Announces New Senior Appointments
Manulife Financial, has announced several new appointments of senior executives in its Asian division, including management changes in Manulife (International) Limited, a member of the Manulife Financial Group in Hong Kong. More
Jakarta, February 26, 2004
Manulife Indonesia launches Manulife Card in cooperation with GE Consumer Finance
Manulife Indonesia) today launched its first credit card — Manulife Card — offering customers a convenient, hassle-free way to pay their premium installments. More
Manulife Indonesia launches Manulife Card in cooperation with GE Consumer Finance
Manulife Indonesia) today launched its first credit card — Manulife Card — offering customers a convenient, hassle-free way to pay their premium installments. More
Hong Kong, February 26, 2004
Manulife Asset Management Wins Five Performance Awards for 2003
The remarkable performance of Manulife Asset Management (Hong Kong) Limited's mutual funds has earned the Company five industry accolades in the annual Benchmark Fund of the Year Awards and the South China Morning Post Fund Manager of the Year Awards 2003. More
Manulife Asset Management Wins Five Performance Awards for 2003
The remarkable performance of Manulife Asset Management (Hong Kong) Limited's mutual funds has earned the Company five industry accolades in the annual Benchmark Fund of the Year Awards and the South China Morning Post Fund Manager of the Year Awards 2003. More
Toronto, February 24, 2004
Manulife welcomes strong endorsement from John Hancock shareholders on proposed merger
Shareholders of John Hancock Financial Services, Inc. overwhelmingly endorsed the union with Manulife Financial Corporation today, marking a major milestone in the process leading to the merger of these two leading insurance companies. More
Manulife welcomes strong endorsement from John Hancock shareholders on proposed merger
Shareholders of John Hancock Financial Services, Inc. overwhelmingly endorsed the union with Manulife Financial Corporation today, marking a major milestone in the process leading to the merger of these two leading insurance companies. More
Boston, February 24, 2004
John Hancock Shareholders Overwhelmingly Approve Merger with Manulife
John Hancock Financial Services, Inc. announced that its shareholders today overwhelmingly approved the adoption of the company's merger agreement with Manulife Financial Corporation. More
John Hancock Shareholders Overwhelmingly Approve Merger with Manulife
John Hancock Financial Services, Inc. announced that its shareholders today overwhelmingly approved the adoption of the company's merger agreement with Manulife Financial Corporation. More
Boston, February 23, 2004
Notice of teleconference: Manulife USA hosts call with Stephan Leimberg
Manulife USA will present Stephan Leimberg, estate and financial planning expert, in a teleconference entitled "What's Cooking with Life Insurance and Estate Planning? Major Changes in Valuation of Life Insurance." More
Notice of teleconference: Manulife USA hosts call with Stephan Leimberg
Manulife USA will present Stephan Leimberg, estate and financial planning expert, in a teleconference entitled "What's Cooking with Life Insurance and Estate Planning? Major Changes in Valuation of Life Insurance." More
Boston, February 23, 2004
Massachusetts Adoption Resource Exchange (MARE) and Manulife USA partner for Adoption Public Information Meeting
The Massachusetts Adoption Resource Exchange (MARE), a private, non-profit organization dedicated to finding "a place to call HOME" for children living in foster care, announced today that Manulife USA will join them as a partner to host a public information session to recruit and educate new families about foster care adoption, the adoption process and the children MARE serves. More
Massachusetts Adoption Resource Exchange (MARE) and Manulife USA partner for Adoption Public Information Meeting
The Massachusetts Adoption Resource Exchange (MARE), a private, non-profit organization dedicated to finding "a place to call HOME" for children living in foster care, announced today that Manulife USA will join them as a partner to host a public information session to recruit and educate new families about foster care adoption, the adoption process and the children MARE serves. More
Boston, February 19, 2004
S&P Provides Quality Evaluation For Manulife USA Investment Options
Affirming the quality and high standards of the investment platform that underlies Manulife USA's annuity, 401(k), and life insurance products, Standard & Poor's—a leading provider of independent investment research, ratings, and indices has provided a quality evaluation of the Company's investment options and selection and monitoring process. More
S&P Provides Quality Evaluation For Manulife USA Investment Options
Affirming the quality and high standards of the investment platform that underlies Manulife USA's annuity, 401(k), and life insurance products, Standard & Poor's—a leading provider of independent investment research, ratings, and indices has provided a quality evaluation of the Company's investment options and selection and monitoring process. More
Taipei, February 17, 2004
Total sales for Manulife Taiwan increase by 121 per cent for 2003
Manulife Taiwan continued to record excellent growth in all areas of the business in 2003, especially in total sales and contracted agents. As compared to last year, total new sales increased by 121 per cent. More
Total sales for Manulife Taiwan increase by 121 per cent for 2003
Manulife Taiwan continued to record excellent growth in all areas of the business in 2003, especially in total sales and contracted agents. As compared to last year, total new sales increased by 121 per cent. More
Hong Kong, February 16, 2004
Manulife Wins "Yahoo! Emotive Brand" Award
In recognition of its success in building a meaningful relationship with the public, Manulife (International) Limited has been voted top of the insurance category in the "Yahoo! Emotive Brand Awards 2003-2004". More
Manulife Wins "Yahoo! Emotive Brand" Award
In recognition of its success in building a meaningful relationship with the public, Manulife (International) Limited has been voted top of the insurance category in the "Yahoo! Emotive Brand Awards 2003-2004". More
Boston, February 10, 2004
Manulife USA Group Pensions Wins Awards For Outstanding Communications
In recognition of excellence in participant communications, Manulife USA received gold and platinum awards from the League of American Communications Professionals (LACP) in their 2003 Spotlight Awards program. More
Manulife USA Group Pensions Wins Awards For Outstanding Communications
In recognition of excellence in participant communications, Manulife USA received gold and platinum awards from the League of American Communications Professionals (LACP) in their 2003 Spotlight Awards program. More
Boston, February 9, 2004
Manulife College Savings gifting survey confirms advisors are making 529 plans a part of gifting season
In an ongoing effort to better understand and respond to the needs of Financial Consultants, Manulife College Savings recently conducted an online Gifting Survey through which Financial Consultants registered on Manulife College Savings' Web site responded to a series of questions about their use of 529 plans with clients. More
Manulife College Savings gifting survey confirms advisors are making 529 plans a part of gifting season
In an ongoing effort to better understand and respond to the needs of Financial Consultants, Manulife College Savings recently conducted an online Gifting Survey through which Financial Consultants registered on Manulife College Savings' Web site responded to a series of questions about their use of 529 plans with clients. More
Toronto, February 5, 2004
Manulife Financial announces record annual and quarterly results
Manulife Financial Corporation today reported record shareholders' net income of $1,546 million for 2003, an increase of 12 per cent over 2002. Earnings per share were $3.33 in 2003, 15 per cent higher than the $2.90 reported for 2002. More
Manulife Financial announces record annual and quarterly results
Manulife Financial Corporation today reported record shareholders' net income of $1,546 million for 2003, an increase of 12 per cent over 2002. Earnings per share were $3.33 in 2003, 15 per cent higher than the $2.90 reported for 2002. More
Hong Kong, February 4, 2004
Manulife recognized again as Caring Company for its ongoing community commitment
Manulife (International) Limited has received the title of "Caring Company" from the Hong Kong Council of Social Service, in recognition of its commitment to corporate citizenship. More
Manulife recognized again as Caring Company for its ongoing community commitment
Manulife (International) Limited has received the title of "Caring Company" from the Hong Kong Council of Social Service, in recognition of its commitment to corporate citizenship. More
Toronto, February 2, 2004
Manulife Financial Corporation to release year-end financial results
Manulife Financial Corporation will release its year-end financial results on Thursday, February 5, 2004. More
Manulife Financial Corporation to release year-end financial results
Manulife Financial Corporation will release its year-end financial results on Thursday, February 5, 2004. More
Boston, February 2, 2004
Manulife USA sales tool kit highlights benefits of funding life insurance with qualified plans
Helping financial advisors to provide clients with innovative ways to meet estate planning challenges, Manulife USA is offering a new Qualified Plan Distribution Sales Tool Kit. More
Manulife USA sales tool kit highlights benefits of funding life insurance with qualified plans
Helping financial advisors to provide clients with innovative ways to meet estate planning challenges, Manulife USA is offering a new Qualified Plan Distribution Sales Tool Kit. More
Waterloo, February 1, 2004
Manulife Financial wins silver medal at New York Festivals for video on critical illness insurance
Manulife Financial has been awarded a silver medal at the 46 annual New York Festivals for a video on how critical illness insurance could have helped a victim of a life-threatening disease. More
Manulife Financial wins silver medal at New York Festivals for video on critical illness insurance
Manulife Financial has been awarded a silver medal at the 46 annual New York Festivals for a video on how critical illness insurance could have helped a victim of a life-threatening disease. More
Hong Kong, January 30, 2004
Manulife Announces New Senior Appointments
Manulife Financial, has announced the appointment of three senior executives in its Asian Division. More
Manulife Announces New Senior Appointments
Manulife Financial, has announced the appointment of three senior executives in its Asian Division. More
Waterloo, January 29, 2004
Manulife Financial signs health and wellness agreement with Wilson Banwell-Human Solutions™
Manulife Financial, a leading Canadian provider of group benefits plans, and Wilson Banwell-Human Solutions™, a leading Canadian organization specializing in workplace health, productivity and performance solutions, have signed an agreement that allows Manulife to offer employers a selection of innovative products supporting the well-being of employees and enhancing workplace competitiveness. More
Manulife Financial signs health and wellness agreement with Wilson Banwell-Human Solutions™
Manulife Financial, a leading Canadian provider of group benefits plans, and Wilson Banwell-Human Solutions™, a leading Canadian organization specializing in workplace health, productivity and performance solutions, have signed an agreement that allows Manulife to offer employers a selection of innovative products supporting the well-being of employees and enhancing workplace competitiveness. More
Jakarta, January 28, 2004
Manulife Indonesia achieves significant growth in its Employee Benefits business for 2003
Manulife Indonesia's employee benefit programs, consisting of Pension (DPLK), Group Savings, and Group Life and Health (GLH), experienced an outstanding year of significant growth, over the year 2002. More
Manulife Indonesia achieves significant growth in its Employee Benefits business for 2003
Manulife Indonesia's employee benefit programs, consisting of Pension (DPLK), Group Savings, and Group Life and Health (GLH), experienced an outstanding year of significant growth, over the year 2002. More
Waterloo, January 28, 2004
Manulife Investments launches online tool to help advisors manage client portfolios
Manulife Investments is offering its independent advisors across Canada a new online investment tool called Manulife Portfolio Select to help them manage their client's assets and establish documented investment strategies. More
Manulife Investments launches online tool to help advisors manage client portfolios
Manulife Investments is offering its independent advisors across Canada a new online investment tool called Manulife Portfolio Select to help them manage their client's assets and establish documented investment strategies. More
Waterloo, January 26, 2004
Manulife Investments launches new funds
Manulife Investments will add several investment funds to its segregated fund line-up, GIF and GIF encore. More
Manulife Investments launches new funds
Manulife Investments will add several investment funds to its segregated fund line-up, GIF and GIF encore. More
Tokyo, January 26, 2004
Manulife Financial, Manulife Japan and Bank of Tokyo-Mitsubishi agree to product development and sales alliance
Manulife Japan and The Bank of Tokyo-Mitsubishi, Ltd. (BTM) have entered into a strategic alliance under which Manulife Japan's individual annuity insurance product will be distributed through the BTM network. More
Manulife Financial, Manulife Japan and Bank of Tokyo-Mitsubishi agree to product development and sales alliance
Manulife Japan and The Bank of Tokyo-Mitsubishi, Ltd. (BTM) have entered into a strategic alliance under which Manulife Japan's individual annuity insurance product will be distributed through the BTM network. More
Hong Kong, January 20, 2004
Manulife Volunteers Drive Sweet Success for "Qile" Charity Cake Sale
Some 800 volunteers from Manulife (International) Limited helped contribute to the hugely successful "Qile" Charity Cake Drive held on November 21 — 22, 2003. More
Manulife Volunteers Drive Sweet Success for "Qile" Charity Cake Sale
Some 800 volunteers from Manulife (International) Limited helped contribute to the hugely successful "Qile" Charity Cake Drive held on November 21 — 22, 2003. More
Waterloo, January 15, 2004
Manulife Investments offers new Market Growth GIC
Manulife Investments is launching a new innovative Market Growth investment option for its Guaranteed Interest Contracts (GICs) sold through independent financial advisors across Canada. More
Manulife Investments offers new Market Growth GIC
Manulife Investments is launching a new innovative Market Growth investment option for its Guaranteed Interest Contracts (GICs) sold through independent financial advisors across Canada. More
Waterloo, January 7, 2004
Manulife Investor Sentiment Index shows Canadian investors remain positive through the past five years
Canadians generally remained consistently positive about investing during the past five years, regardless of the political or economic climate . More
Manulife Investor Sentiment Index shows Canadian investors remain positive through the past five years
Canadians generally remained consistently positive about investing during the past five years, regardless of the political or economic climate . More
Waterloo, January 7, 2004
Canadian investors enter 2004 with more confidence in a broad range of investments
Manulife Investor Sentiment Index, based on a national survey conducted in mid-December, found Canadians were regaining optimism about all types of investments. More
Canadian investors enter 2004 with more confidence in a broad range of investments
Manulife Investor Sentiment Index, based on a national survey conducted in mid-December, found Canadians were regaining optimism about all types of investments. More
Boston, January 5, 2004
Manulife USA's Variable Annuities Web Site Launches New Investment Resource
Expanding the set of investment tools they offer to financial advisors, Manulife USA introduced a new web resource on their Variable Annuities Web site. More
Manulife USA's Variable Annuities Web Site Launches New Investment Resource
Expanding the set of investment tools they offer to financial advisors, Manulife USA introduced a new web resource on their Variable Annuities Web site. More