John Hancock Small Cap Core Fund Q3 2025 Commentary

John Hancock Investment Management 25 Follower s Follow 5 Share Save Play ( 5min ) Comments Summary U.S. stocks posted solid gains in the third quarter, building on similarly strong results from the prior quarter. The fund remains focused on quality companies that are profitable and have visibility on earnings growth over the next several years. Stock selection in the IT and healthcare sectors detracted the most from performance compared with the index. PM Images/DigitalVision via Getty Images Market review and outlook U.S. stocks posted solid gains in the third quarter, building on similarly strong results from the prior quarter. Economic data released during the quarter was mixed, with weakness in the labor market—the unemployment rate This article was written by John Hancock Investment Management 25 Follower s Follow A company of Manulife Investment Management, John Hancock Investment Management serves investors through a unique multimanager approach, complementing our extensive in-house capabilities with an unrivaled network of specialized asset managers, backed by some of the most rigorous investment oversight in the industry. The result is a diverse lineup of time-tested investments from a premier asset manager with a heritage of financial stewardship. Note: This account is not managed or monitored by John Hancock Investment Management, and any messages sent via Seeking Alpha will not receive a response. For inquiries or communication, please use John Hancock Investment Management's official channels.

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