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Bank of Montreal (BMO.TO)

252.12

+1.35 (0.54%)

as of Jul 27, 2026, 8:00:00 pm Market Open.

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Jul 27, 2026, 12:00 am

This summary was created by AI, based on 15 opinions in the last 12 months.

The Bank of Montreal (BMO) has garnered mixed feedback from financial experts, reflecting a complex picture of its current performance and future outlook. Reviews praise its strong dividend history, diversified geographical presence, and stable asset growth, particularly in wealth management. Despite a favorable outlook for the Canadian banking sector characterized by a tightly regulated oligopoly, concerns about loan losses, especially in the U.S. market, linger. Some analysts are cautious, suggesting that while BMO may be a solid long-term hold, current market conditions warrant a more defensive investment strategy. Additionally, there's a sentiment of cautious optimism towards the potential for growth, but also a call for diversification amid current valuations deemed as premium rather than undervalued or a bargain.

Consensus

Cautious

Valuation

Overvalued

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BUY

Doesn't see any risk in the 4.8% dividend. Earnings are solid.

DON'T BUY

Got into trouble during financial crisis. Would not be a buyer here.

TOP PICK

Has been out of favour in recent years. This is the only bank that has not raised the 4.8% dividend since the recovery. Thinks there is a very good chance of a rise in the next 6-9 months. Thinks it can grow its earnings by 10%. Loan growth possible. Total rate of return in the 15-16% range.

BUY

One of the higher yield in the group. Nearly 4.8%. Increased presence in US will give them more scale. Tends to trade at a lower valuation.

PAST TOP PICK

(A Top Pick Oct 12/10. Up 0.03%.)

DON'T BUY

Probability of it breaking down through $54 is very high. The stock has been holding support all through 2010-2011 and is now starting to break below support. Banks have not been doing well. Could go significantly lower.

COMMENT

All Canadian banks stand to be affected in the event of a Greek default but direct exposure to Canadian banks is minimal. If you are going to be in any banks in the developed world, Canadian banks are the ones to be in .

DON'T BUY

Not too excited about this bank. Looks reasonable but doesn't think they are planning to raise the dividend this year. Payout ratio is quite high compared to the other banks. Also, too much exposure to the US. (See Top Picks.)

BUY

Of the 4 or 5 sub segments within large-cap financials, banks would be the area where he would be happiest. Reasonably priced. Shouldn't be difficult for them to get to the last peak of $70-$72 range in the next 12 months. 4.7% yield.

COMMENT

Preferreds. Decent yield but it's fixed so it won't go up. High quality company.

DON'T BUY

Not going to increase its dividend. Being pretty aggressive in the US, which concerns her. Not one of the better banks at this time.

HOLD

If you are buying banks at this level for the yield, which is higher than what do we get on bonds, that is fine. Earnings growth will be a little bit slower.

BUY

Prefers National Bank. Canadian Western bank gives you more growth.

COMMENT

Likes the Cdn banks, which sold off more than they should have. Has never climbed back to its old highs like it's peers. Very solid dividend.

COMMENT

Fears have caused a flood to bonds and away from equities of all kinds. Thinks banks are undervalued. You will see mid-single digit solid growth for earnings and dividend increases. You can buy almost any bank stock and get a higher yield than a 5 year bond.

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