Manulife Investments Launches New Global Growth Strategy and New Mutual Funds with Global Dividend, All-Equity, and All-Fixed Income Portfolios for Investors

TORONTO, Oct. 29, 2026 /CNW/ -- Manulife Investments announced today it has expanded its mutual fund lineup, bringing four new mutual funds to investors.

Manulife Investments has launched Manulife Global Growth Fund, managed by Axiom Investors LLC ("Axiom"), a U.S. based equity manager focused on dynamic growth investing, by applying a fundamental stock selection process to identify companies with underappreciated growth potential. The firm has also launched Manulife Smart Global Dividend ETF Portfolio Fund managed by Manulife Investment Management's Multi-Asset Solutions team.

Manulife Investments has also added two Manulife All-in-One mutual funds to its existing All-in-One mutual fund suite with actively managed asset allocation and diversified exposures across up to 15 equity and/or fixed income asset classes. The new All-in-One mutual funds are Manulife All-Equity ETF Portfolio Fund and Manulife All-Fixed Income ETF Portfolio Fund.

"We continue to build our investment lineup around the needs of investors and the advisors who serve them," said Kristie Feinberg, Head of Retail, Manulife Wealth & Asset Management. "These four new funds bring diversification, choice and access to global investment capabilities - including the expertise of Axiom through its global growth strategy - further expanding the ways investors can put Manulife Investments' capabilities to work in their portfolios."

The Investment objectives of the new Manulife Mutual Funds are as follows:

• Manulife Global Growth Fund – The Fund seeks to achieve long-term capital appreciation by investing primarily in a diversified portfolio of global equity securities.
• Manulife Smart Global Dividend ETF Portfolio Fund – The Fund seeks to provide a steady flow of income and long-term capital appreciation. The Fund invests primarily in an underlying ETF that invests in underlying exchange traded funds managed by the Manger that provide exposure to a diversified portfolio of global dividend paying securities.
• Manulife All-Equity ETF Portfolio Fund- The Fund seeks to provide long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests primarily in an underlying ETF that invests in underlying exchange-traded funds and derivatives that provide exposure to global equity securities. 
• Manulife All-Fixed Income ETF Portfolio Fund – The Fund seeks to provide income and the potential for long-term capital appreciation. The Fund invests primarily in an underlying ETF that invests in underlying exchange-traded funds that provide exposure to global fixed income securities.

"As single-ticket, diversified solutions, these new mutual funds are designed to help streamline portfolio construction and deliver cost-effective investment experiences for clients. Additionally, the availability of the Smart Global Dividend ETF Portfolio Fund subadvised by Manulife Investment Management and the Global Growth Fund, subadvised by Axiom, broadens the options available to advisors, giving them even greater flexibility to address different client needs and long-term objectives," added Jordy Chilcott, Head of Retail Intermediary Distribution, Canada, Manulife Investments.

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About Manulife Wealth & Asset Management

As part of Manulife Financial Corporation, Manulife Wealth & Asset Management's mission is to make decisions easier and lives better by helping people invest confidently to pursue a more secure financial future. Our strength comes from the diversity of our global asset management expertise and distribution capabilities. Our global investment teams span equities, fixed income, alternative credit, private markets, and multi-asset solutions. We provide investment, financial advice, and retirement plan services to millions of individuals, institutions, and retirement plan members worldwide. At the heart of our approach are three cultural pillars: Partner for Progress, Trust through Transparency, and Intellectual Curiosity. These values shape how we build long-term relationships, develop differentiated investment strategies, and empower advisors and clients to seek meaningful financial outcomes. Whether through cutting-edge technology, AI innovation, personalized advice, or sustainable stewardship, Manulife Wealth & Asset Management is a trusted partner helping clients navigate complexity and invest with confidence.

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