M&A
confidence high
sentiment neutral
materiality 0.75
Manulife Private Credit Fund agrees to merge with John Hancock Comvest Private Income Fund in NAV-for-NAV deal
Manulife Private Credit Fund
- MPCF shareholders will receive JHCPIF Class I shares at an Exchange Ratio based on per-share NAV of each fund as of the Determination Date.
- The merger is structured as two-step: Merger Sub merges into MPCF, then the surviving entity merges into JHCPIF.
- Expected closing in Q3 2026; requires shareholder approvals of both funds, HSR clearance, and tax opinion.
- Both boards unanimously approved the merger and recommend shareholder approval; all fees and expenses borne equally by the advisers.
- No fractional shares will be issued; cash in lieu of fractional shares will be paid.