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Asset allocation model portfolios at Manulife John Hancock Investments
Asset allocation model portfolios are a great way to get diversified exposure to financial markets in a single step. Explore this site to learn more about the benefits of model portfolios and our range of options.
Building block model portfolios introduce greater flexibility
Unlike asset allocation model portfolios that provide broad exposure across multiple asset classes, building block model portfolios focus on one specific asset class, such as fixed income, U.S. equity, or international equity. We consider some of the benefits of using building block model portfolios.
Our model portfolios
Investors in our range of model portfolios can benefit from deep diversification, with our open-architecture structure allowing us to incorporate experienced investment talent from anywhere in the world.
Outcome oriented
Targeting specific investment outcomes using a range of asset classes, management strategies, and investment styles
John Hancock Multi-Asset Income Model Portfolios
Options in the search for yield
- Consistent income over time
- Diversified income sources
- Principal and inflation protection
- Growth over time
Target risk
Portfolios targeting the highest potential returns within defined risk parameters
John Hancock Target Risk Model Portfolios
Options for investors seeking a relatively stable balance of risk/return potential over time
Building blocks
Portfolios offering diversified single asset class exposures
John Hancock Building Block Model Portfolios
Options for investors seeking a comprehensive investment option for single asset class equity or fixed income exposure
Multi-asset income
Multi-asset income
Seeks to deliver consistent income for investors on a risk-managed basis, with secondary consideration for capital appreciation. Suitable for investors pursuing a relatively stable balance of risk and income potential over time.
Allocations will vary over time. All data is as of as of 3/31/25.
Target-risk conservative
Target-risk conservative
A conservative risk-profiled portfolio overweight in fixed income with a mix of equity and alternatives exposure
Allocations will vary over time. All data is as of 3/31/25.
Target-risk moderate
Target-risk moderate
A moderate risk-profiled portfolio with balanced exposure to fixed income and equities as well as exposure to alternatives
Allocations will vary over time. All data is as of 3/31/25.
Target-risk balanced
Target-risk balanced
A balanced portfolio with overweight equity exposure, moderate fixed-income exposure, and some exposure to alternatives
Allocations will vary over time. All data is as of 3/31/25.
Target-risk growth
Target-risk growth
A growth-oriented portfolio overweight in equities, with some fixed income exposure as well as exposure to alternatives.
Allocations will vary over time. All data is as of 3/31/25.
Target-risk aggressive
Target-risk aggressive
An aggressive risk-profiled portfolio with high equity exposure as well as some exposure to alternatives. This portfolio has no exposure to fixed income.
Allocations will vary over time. All data is as of 3/31/25.
Global multi-asset knowledge
The portfolio management team follows a consistent process that has endured over multiple market cycles. Managing multi-asset portfolios for over two decades, the team combines macroeconomic research, fundamental analysis, and robust risk management to arrive at asset class expected return forecasts that form the foundation of asset allocation decisions.
Investor risk/return objectives
Our multi-asset investment process is centered on investors’ risk parameters and return objectives. The key objective is to maximize returns for any given level of risk, which relies on robust asset class analysis and skilled portfolio construction.
Asset class returns
Macro inputs are combined with fixed-income, equity, and alternative asset class forecasts that consider growth expectations, valuation changes, currency returns, and income return among other analyses.
Asset class and strategy selection
Asset class and strategy selection is aligned to investors’ risk/return objectives. Asset class analysis is model driven, using both quantitative and fundamental inputs.
Portfolio construction
Optimal portfolio construction is based on rigorous ongoing ex-ante analysis and ex-post analysis and return forecasts. Risk management is embedded in every step of the process with ongoing monitoring and evaluation.
Asset class return expectations
Every quarter, the Multi-Asset Solutions Team compiles an analysis of anticipated performance for different asset classes over a 5-year and long term (20-year plus) time horizon. These views guide the team's asset allocation decisions across a range of portfolios and investment strategies.
Investment knowledge
John Hancock model portfolios are managed by a large, experienced team of investment professionals with key knowledge in portfolio construction and management and macroeconomic analysis.
Multi-Asset Solutions Team:
54 investment professionals
31 CFA charterholders
Manager research team:
26 investment professionals
18 CFA charterholders
Source: Multi-Asset Solutions team, Manager research team, as of 3/31/25.
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A history of multi-asset investment and innovation
Representative example is for illustrative purposes only.
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1988
Firm introduces multimanager approach to investing
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1995
Multimanager asset allocation portfolios for retirement plans
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2005
Target-risk portfolios for individuals
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2009
Alternative Asset Allocation Fund
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2011
Asset allocation model portfolios
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2016
U.S. sector rotation portfolios
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2019
Over $100B in multi-asset portfolios under management
Reasons to consider model portfolios
Financial professionals want to give their clients the best, which is why more financial professionals are realizing the advantages of using model portfolios.
To enrich client relationships
Models can enable financial professionals to spend more time with their current clients on holistic wealth and financial planning and less time on investment research, portfolio construction, rebalancing, trading, and fund rationalization.
To develop new business
Leveraging models may also lead to more efficient integration of new client relationships, as clients with similar risk profiles elect the same models, enabling financial professionals to spend more time converting prospects into clients.
To sharpen fiduciary oversight
Models enjoy the benefits of asset allocation and manager selection from an experienced third party with a robust process and a documented rationale for key investment decisions. They also enable financial professionals to leverage manager investment commentary and other materials.
Not all model portfolios are created equal
Scale, experience, and fee structures can vary widely across the industry.
Important disclosures
Diversification does not guarantee a profit or eliminate the risk of a loss.
Latest views and market outlook
How financial professionals may benefit from leveraging the power of model portfolios
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John Hancock Multimanager Model Portfolios advisor brochure
This guide offers reasons for financial professionals to consider model portfolios, key factors to consider when evaluating providers, and our investment approach.
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