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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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PAST TOP PICK

(Was a top pick on May 28 down 10%) Was chosen as a contrarian pick. Prefers other banks now.

DON'T BUY

Will go through some troubles in the near term. Wait for a couple of quarters first. Good long term.

BUY

Banks are paying dividends that are better than GIC's, treasury bills, etc. Also expects them to start moving back up.

DON'T BUY

Could drop further. Banks have reached their bottoms when yields are 4.5/5%. They are presently at 3.2/3.2%.

BUY

Will be under pressure in the short term. Long term the top picks are TD, Royal and CIBC.

BUY

Likes.

DON'T BUY

Can't see any further upside for banks. Expecting interest rates to start rising.

DON'T BUY

Banks growth has slowed. Aspects some downside. Money will be starting to leave defensive positions and moving into growth.

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BUY

Price has dropped in sympathy with US banks that are under pressure. Banks with brokerage side also have problems. Good values now. BNS is #1 and Royal #2.

TOP PICK

The banks have good reserves. Should continue to have earnings and dividend growth.

DON'T BUY

Slow down in economy could result in loan. losses.

DON'T BUY

Lower interest rates are good, but could have higher loan losses. Probably near their high.

BUY

Loan loss provisions will be hit, but will be well absorbed.

BUY

Evaluations look good. Should do well. Will slow because interest rates are near their bottom. Watch for loan losses because of economy.

DON'T BUY

Banks will b e hurt from brokerage/wealth mngmnt side. Expect loan losses to be substantial. Near their high.

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