Manulife Financial Corporation Delivers Double-Digit CSM Growth—Can It Sustain This Earnings Surge? 

Manulife Financial recently released its first quarter 2025 results, showcasing both positive and challenging aspects of its performance. The company maintained strong growth momentum from 2024, particularly in its Asia and Global Wealth and Asset Management (WAM) businesses. Asia’s Annualized Premium Equivalent (APE) sales surged 50%, driven by robust demand in Hong Kong, Japan, Mainland China, and Singapore. This growth highlights the effectiveness of Manulife’s strategic focus on expanding in these high-potential markets.