Manulife announces Subordinated Debenture issue

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Manulife Financial Corporation (MFC) has announced plans to issue $500 million in subordinated debentures with a maturity date of May 23, 2035. The debentures will feature a fixed interest rate of 3.983% until May 23, 2030, after which it will switch to a floating rate of 1.32% over Daily Compounded CORRA. The offering is being managed by a syndicate co-led by RBC Capital Markets, Scotiabank, and TD Securities, with an expected closing date of May 23, 2025.

Subject to regulatory approval, MFC may redeem the debentures wholly or partially after May 23, 2030 at par value plus accrued interest. The company plans to use the proceeds for general corporate purposes, including subsidiary investments and potential redemption of existing securities.

Positive

• New $500 million debenture offering provides additional capital for corporate growth and investments
• Competitive fixed interest rate of 3.983% for the first 5 years
• Flexible redemption options after May 23, 2030 subject to regulatory approval

Negative

• Increases company's debt obligations and interest payment commitments
• Variable rate after 2030 could lead to higher interest expenses if CORRA rates rise

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The prospectus supplement, the corresponding base shelf prospectus and any amendment thereto in connection with this offering will be accessible through SEDAR+ within two business days.

TORONTO, May 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ - Manulife Financial Corporation ("MFC") announced today that it intends to issue $500 million principal amount of 3.983% fixed/floating subordinated debentures due May 23, 2035 (the "Debentures"). MFC intends to file a prospectus supplement to its existing base shelf prospectus in respect of this issue.

The Debentures will bear interest at a fixed rate of 3.983% until May 23, 2030 and thereafter at a rate of 1.32% over Daily Compounded CORRA. The Debentures mature on May 23, 2035.

Subject to prior regulatory approval, MFC may redeem the Debentures, in whole or in part, on or after May 23, 2030 at a redemption price equal to par, together with accrued and unpaid interest to, but excluding, the date fixed for redemption. The Debentures will constitute subordinated indebtedness, ranking equally and rateably with all other subordinated indebtedness of MFC from time to time issued and outstanding (other than subordinated indebtedness which has been further subordinated in accordance with its terms).

The offering is being done on a best efforts agency basis by a syndicate co-led by RBC Capital Markets, Scotiabank and TD Securities. The offering is expected to close on May 23, 2025.

MFC intends to use the net proceeds from the offering of the Debentures for general corporate purposes, including investment in subsidiaries and potential future redemptions of existing securities.

The Debentures have not been and will not be registered in the United States under the United States Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the "Securities Act"), or the securities laws of any state of the United States and may not be offered, sold or delivered, directly or indirectly, in the United States or to, or for the account or benefit of, a "U.S. person" (as defined in Regulation S under the Securities Act) absent registration or an applicable exemption from such registration requirements. This press release does not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation to buy securities in the United States and any public offering of the securities in the United States must be made by means of a prospectus.

Access to the prospectus supplement, the corresponding base shelf prospectus and any amendment thereto in connection with the offering of the Debentures is provided in accordance with securities legislation relating to procedures for providing access to a prospectus supplement, a base shelf prospectus and any amendment thereto. The prospectus supplement, the corresponding base shelf prospectus and any amendment thereto in connection with the offering will be accessible within two business days at www.sedarplus.ca. An electronic or paper copy of the prospectus supplement, the corresponding base shelf prospectus and any amendment to the documents may be obtained, without charge, from RBC Capital Markets by email at torontosyndicate@rbccm.com or phone at 416-842-6311, Scotiabank by email at syndicate.toronto@scotiabank.com or phone at 416-863-7438 or TD Securities by email at TDCAN-Syndicate@tdsecurities.com or phone at 416-982-2243.

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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Media Contact

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Manulife
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Manulife
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hung_ko@manulife.com

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FAQ

What is the size and interest rate of Manulife's (MFC) new debenture offering?

Manulife is issuing $500 million in subordinated debentures with a fixed interest rate of 3.983% until May 23, 2030, after which it will switch to a floating rate of 1.32% over Daily Compounded CORRA.

When will Manulife's (MFC) new debentures mature?

The subordinated debentures will mature on May 23, 2035.

How will Manulife (MFC) use the proceeds from the debenture offering?

Manulife intends to use the net proceeds for general corporate purposes, including investment in subsidiaries and potential future redemptions of existing securities.

What are the redemption terms for Manulife's (MFC) 2025 subordinated debentures?

Subject to regulatory approval, Manulife may redeem the debentures in whole or in part on or after May 23, 2030 at par value, plus accrued and unpaid interest.

Who are the lead underwriters for Manulife's (MFC) debenture offering?

The offering is being conducted on a best efforts agency basis by a syndicate co-led by RBC Capital Markets, Scotiabank, and TD Securities.