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Bank of Montreal (BMO.TO)

257.05

-0.83 (0.32%)

as of Aug 17, 2026, 8:00:00 pm Market Open.

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Aug 17, 2026, 12:00 am

This summary was created by AI, based on 14 opinions in the last 12 months.

The Bank of Montreal (BMO) has garnered mixed reviews from analysts, highlighting both positive and negative aspects of its performance. Several experts emphasize the bank's strong fundamentals, including stable dividends and robust growth in asset management, amid favorable conditions in the Canadian banking sector. The bank's technical health is acknowledged, with some suggesting it is a good long-term investment, especially for those with a 3-5 year outlook. However, concerns about potential credit issues, particularly in the U.S. and rising inflation, create a more cautious sentiment. Overall, while there are diversifying opportunities elsewhere, the general view reflects confidence in BMO's stability and long-term prospects, despite its current high valuation compared to peers.

Consensus

Hold

Valuation

Overvalued

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BUY

Numbers were just released and this is now their #1 bank stock.

BUY

Banks have been going up because bond yields have been dropping. Dividends are about the same as bond yields, but you also get dividend tax credits. Prefers the National (#1) and the Bank of Montreal (#2).

BUY

All the banks showed earnings outlook at 5% and the market was disappointed, so all the banks sold off. A 5% growth and 3% dividend gives 8% which is quite good. Good price to pick some up.

BUY

Likes the banking group as a whole. Has a good yield and not expensive on a P/E or Price to Book basis. Has a lot of excess capital.

BUY

Expects bank stocks will do quite well over a 5 year horizon. They do well in retail, wealth management and sometimes in international growth. Have a lot of cash on their balance sheets and can buy back stocks, pay extra dividends or do acquisitions. In the next 12 months the return will be lower than previous.

WEAK BUY

Prefers TD and Bank of Nova Scotia. It should do well.

BUY

If your outlook is long term, Canadian banks are reasonable and could be bought now. For playing the market, wait for a drop by $1/2.

BUY

Likes its conservative nature. Also like that it's the most likely takeover candidate. If the economy slows down, they are less exposed to corporate loans. Have very good US exposure to Harris Bank.

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DON'T BUY

Not a fan of the banks. Historically, they are all trading at 55 valuation highs and have always had major corrections.

TOP PICK

Had quite a correction when their earnings came out. Still thinks its a prime target for a takeover. Good dividend yield and an expected increase.

HOLD

Earnings for Cdn banks are coming in disappointing and the stocks are showing this. A more interesting area in Cdn financials would be life insurance companies.

WEAK BUY

Banks, historically have been vulnerable in a rising rate environment. Offers reasonable value here.

DON'T BUY

A good operator. Have been very slow at trying to make more of the Harris Bank business. Sees better value elsewhere.

BUY

In the history of the Cdn stock markets, banks have always been among the best performers, so you should always have some in your portfolio.

DON'T BUY

Valuation seems attractive but could be better.

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