Manulife increases common shareholders' dividend by 10.2%

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Manulife (MFC) announced a 10.2% increase to its quarterly common shareholders' dividend, rising by 4.5 cents to $0.485 per share. The dividend is payable on and after March 19, 2026 to shareholders of record at the close of business on February 25, 2026.

For the Canadian and U.S. Dividend Reinvestment and Share Purchase Plans, the company will buy common shares on the open market to satisfy reinvested dividends and optional cash purchases; there are no applicable discounts and purchase price will be the average actual cost to buy the shares.

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Positive

• Dividend increased 10.2% to $0.485 per share
• Dividend payable Mar 19, 2026; record date Feb 25, 2026

Negative

• DRIP and purchase plan shares bought on open market with no discount

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C$ unless otherwise stated                                             TSX/NYSE/PSE: MFC   SEHK: 945

TORONTO, Feb. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - Manulife's Board of Directors today announced an increase of 10.2% or 4.5 cents per share to its quarterly common shareholders' dividend resulting in a dividend of $0.485 per share on the common shares of Manulife, payable on and after March 19, 2026, to shareholders of record at the close of business on February 25, 2026.

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 our customers make their decisions easier and lives better. With our global headquarters in Toronto, Canada, we operate as Manulife across Canada, Asia, and Europe, and primarily as John Hancock in the United States, providing financial advice and insurance for individuals, groups and businesses. Through Manulife Wealth & Asset Management, we offer global investment, financial advice, and retirement plan services to individuals, institutions, and retirement plan members worldwide. At the end of 2024, we had more than 37,000 employees, over 109,000 agents, and thousands of distribution partners, serving over 36 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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Fiona McLean	Derek Theobalds
Manulife	Manulife
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SOURCE Manulife Financial Corporation

FAQ

How much did Manulife (MFC) raise its quarterly dividend on February 11, 2026?

Manulife raised its quarterly common dividend by 10.2%, an increase of 4.5 cents to $0.485 per share. According to the company, the new dividend is payable on and after March 19, 2026 to holders of record on February 25, 2026.

When will Manulife (MFC) pay the increased dividend and who is eligible?

The increased dividend is payable on and after March 19, 2026, to shareholders of record at the close of business on February 25, 2026. According to the company, eligibility is based on holding common shares by the record date.

How does Manulife (MFC) handle reinvested dividends under its DRIP plans?

Manulife will purchase common shares on the open market for reinvested dividends and optional cash purchases under its DRIP plans. According to the company, purchases are at the average actual cost with no applicable discounts.

Will Manulife (MFC) offer a discount on shares bought through its dividend reinvestment plans?

No; Manulife will not offer a discount for DRIP purchases and will buy shares on the open market at average actual cost. According to the company, there are no applicable discounts under the Canadian and U.S. plans.

What does the 10.2% dividend increase mean for MFC shareholders in the near term?

The 10.2% increase raises the quarterly payout to $0.485 per share, providing higher cash returns starting Mar 19, 2026. According to the company, the change applies to shareholders of record on February 25, 2026 and affects DRIP mechanics.