Manulife declares common share dividend

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Manulife's Board of Directors declared a quarterly common shareholders' dividend of $0.40 per share on the common shares of Manulife, payable on and after June 19, 2024. The company will purchase common shares on the open market in connection with the reinvestment of dividends and optional cash purchases under its Canadian and U.S. Dividend Reinvestment and Share Purchase Plans.

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TORONTO, May 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ - Manulife's Board of Directors today announced a quarterly common shareholders' dividend of $0.40 per share on the common shares of Manulife, payable on and after June 19, 2024, to shareholders of record at the close of business on May 22, 2024.

In respect of the Company's Canadian Dividend Reinvestment and Share Purchase Plan and its U.S. Dividend Reinvestment and Share Purchase Plan, the Company will purchase common shares on the open market in connection with the reinvestment of dividends and optional cash purchases under these plans. The purchase price of these common shares will be based on the average of the actual cost to purchase them and there are no applicable discounts.

About Manulife

Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services provider, helping people make their decisions easier and lives better. With our global headquarters in Toronto, Canada, we provide financial advice and insurance, operating as Manulife across Canada, Asia, and Europe, and primarily as John Hancock in the United States. Through Manulife Investment Management, the global brand for our Global Wealth and Asset Management segment, we serve individuals, institutions, and retirement plan members worldwide. At the end of 2023, we had more than 38,000 employees, over 98,000 agents, and thousands of distribution partners, serving over 35 million customers. We trade as 'MFC' on the Toronto, New York, and the Philippine stock exchanges, and under '945' in Hong Kong.  
 
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FAQ

When is Manulife's dividend payable?

Manulife's dividend of $0.40 per share is payable on and after June 19, 2024.

What is the record date for the dividend?

The record date for the dividend is May 22, 2024.

How will Manulife purchase common shares for its Dividend Reinvestment and Share Purchase Plans?

Manulife will purchase common shares on the open market based on the average cost to purchase them for its Canadian and U.S. Dividend Reinvestment and Share Purchase Plans.