Manulife Expands ETF Suite with Four New Actively Managed Funds…

Event summary

Manulife Investments launched four new ETFs on September 29, 2026, including two All-in-One ETFs and two income-focused strategies.
The new ETFs are Manulife All-Equity ETF Portfolio (MEQP), Manulife All-Fixed Income ETF Portfolio (MBND), Manulife Smart International Dividend ETF – USD (IDUV.U), and Manulife Corporate Bond Fund ETF Series (CORB).
The All-in-One ETFs offer actively managed asset allocation across up to 15 equity and/or fixed income asset classes.
The new income ETFs focus on international dividend-paying securities and Canadian/U.S. corporate bonds.

The big picture

Manulife's expansion of its ETF suite reflects the growing demand for actively managed, diversified investment solutions. The launch comes as advisors seek more efficient ways to meet complex client needs in an evolving regulatory environment. With these new funds, Manulife is positioning itself to capture a larger share of the actively managed ETF market, which has seen steady growth as investors look for tailored, professionally managed portfolios.

What we're watching

Product Differentiation: Whether Manulife's new actively managed ETFs can stand out in a crowded market with similar offerings.
Advisor Adoption: The pace at which financial advisors integrate these single-ticket solutions into client portfolios.
Market Performance: How the new ETFs perform relative to benchmarks and competitor funds in varying market conditions.