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Manulife Investments Philippines Leads UITF Rankings Across Equity and Fixed Income Funds

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  • Manulife Investments Philippines funds secure top three spots in equity feeder fund category, led by Semiconductor Opportunities Fund with 105.71% return.

  • Manulife Asia Short Duration Bond Feeder Fund ranks first in fixed income feeder category, underscoring strength across investor needs. 

MANILA, Philippines—Manulife Investment Management and Trust Corporation (Manulife Investments Philippines), the local asset management arm of leading international financial services provider Manulife, topped the latest Philippine unit investment trust fund (UITF) rankings (opens in a new tab) across growth-oriented equity and equity feeder funds and steadier fixed income funds for the period January 1 to June 30, 2026.

Manulife Investments Philippines delivered its strongest showing in the equity feeder fund category, where three of its funds secured the top three spots based on year-to-date returns:

  • Manulife Global Clean Energy Equity Feeder Fund posted a 40.67% return, investing across renewable power, electric vehicles, and the technology and infrastructure supporting the clean energy transition. This fund ranked no. 5 in the second half of 2025 with 20.53% year-to-date returns.

  • Manulife Global Technology Equity Feeder Fund recorded a 37.06% return, investing in diverse technology subsectors positioned to benefit from the continued growth and everyday use of technology. This fund ranked no. 12 in the second half of 2025 with 15.49% year-to-date returns.

The results underscore the strength of Manulife’s globally diversified, theme-based investment approach, with funds focused on long-term structural trends such as artificial intelligence, clean energy, and technology adoption.

Manulife Investments Philippines also led the equity fund category. Manulife Asia Best Select Equity Fund secured the top spot, with its PHP Unhedged Class A ranking second with a 37.31% return.

Manulife’s strong performance extended to fixed income. In the fixed income feeder fund category, which is designed for investors seeking steadier returns and lower risk, the Manulife Asia Short Duration Bond Feeder Fund took the top spot, with two more Manulife funds also ranking among the category leaders.

These categories serve different investor needs. Equity funds, such as Manulife’s Global Semiconductor, Global Clean Energy, Global Technology and Asia Best Select, provide access to fast-moving global sectors with higher growth potential. Fixed income funds are designed for investors who prefer greater stability and a smoother investment journey. Together, these funds give Filipinos more choices aligned with their goals, risk appetite, and investment horizon.

“Investing is not one-size fits all.  Some investors seek long-term growth, while others prioritize income or stability. That is why we offer a diverse range of UITFs designed to help investors pursue their financial goals based on their unique objectives and risk preferences. As Filipinos live longer, disciplined investing becomes even more important. According to the United Nations World Population Prospects, life expectancy at birth in the Philippines is projected to rise to around 73 years by 2050, making long-term financial planning and investing essential for building lasting financial security,” said Aira Gaspar, President and Chief Executive Officer, Manulife Investments Philippines. 

Gaspar added, “Through our UITFs, investors gain convenient access to powerful long-term themes shaping the future, including artificial intelligence, technology, and clean energy. These strong results reflect the strength of our research-driven investment approach, global investment capabilities, and local market expertise, helping investors navigate changing markets with confidence and achieve better financial outcomes.”

These funds are part of Manulife’s growing suite of UITFs, designed to match different goals and levels of risk tolerance.  Investors can open an account online through Manulife iFUNDS, a secure digital platform for managing UITF investments.

For more information, contact a Manulife Wealth Specialist or visit manulife.com/ph.

 

About Manulife Philippines

The Manufacturers Life Insurance Company opened its doors for business in the Philippines in 1907. Since then, Manulife's Philippine Branch and later The Manufacturers Life Insurance Co. (Phils.), Inc. (Manulife Philippines) has grown to become one of the country's leading life insurance companies. Manulife Philippines is a wholly owned domestic subsidiary of Manulife Financial Corporation, among the world's largest life insurance companies by market capitalization. Learn more about Manulife Philippines by visiting their website manulife.com/ph and following them on Facebook (facebook.com/ManulifePH), Instagram (@manulifePH), and LinkedIn (Manulife Philippines).

 

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. Not all offerings are available in all jurisdictions. For additional information, please visit manulifeim.com.

 

About Manulife Investment Management and Trust Corporation

Manulife Investment Management and Trust Corporation is a wholly owned subsidiary of Manulife Philippines. The Company acquired its trust and other fiduciary business license from the Banko Sentral ng Pilipinas in 2017 and started operations in September 2017. It is the first trust corporation in the Philippines that is backed by a leading multinational financial services group. 

 

About Manulife

Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services provider, headquartered in Toronto, Canada. Anchored in our ambition to be the number on choice for customers, we operate as Manulife across Canada and Asia, and primarily as John Hancock in the United States, providing financial advice, insurance and health solutions for individuals, groups and businesses. Through Manulife Wealth & Asset Management, we offer global investment solutions, financial advice, and retirement plan services to individuals, institutions, and retirement plan members worldwide. At the end of 2025, we had more than 37,000 employees, over 106,000 agents, and thousands ofdistribution partners, serving over 37 million customers with operations across 25 markets globally. We trade as ‘MFC’ on the Toronto, New York, and Philippine stock exchanges, and under ‘945’ on the Hong Kong stock exchange. Not all offerings are available in all jurisdictions. For additional information, please visit manulife.com.

 

Media Contacts:

John Robert Sion
Head of Communications and Corporate Affairs
Manulife Philippines
john_robert_sion@manulife.com

 

Shyla Reyes
Media Relations Director
M2.0 Communications
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shyla.reyes@m2comms.com