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Bank of Nova Scotia (BNS.TO)

112.36

-0.75 (0.66%)

as of Jun 5, 2026, 8:00:00 pm Market Open.

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Jun 5, 2026, 12:00 am

This summary was created by AI, based on 30 opinions in the last 12 months.

The Bank of Nova Scotia (BNS) has received mixed reviews from experts, highlighting its strong dividend yield and international focus, particularly in Latin America. While many analysts appreciate its valuation being relatively low compared to peers, there are concerns about strategic direction due to its recent investments. The bank is viewed positively for its turnaround potential under new management, yet some analysts caution about potential credit issues and the broader economic landscape affecting its performance. Overall, experts express a sense of cautious optimism, suggesting it is a solid long-term hold but emphasizing the importance of timing for new purchases.

Consensus

Hold

Valuation

Undervalued

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BUY

Great company. Good core bank to own.

WEAK BUY

Attractively priced. Dividend. Earnings will grow. Prefers insurance companies and mutual funds.

WEAK BUY

Outlook is fine. Write offs are a concern. Prefers insurance companies.

DON'T BUY

The banks' valuations are artificially low because of the intervention on interest rates. Market is not prepared to go much higher.

WEAK BUY

Banks have performed well. May go up a little more.

BUY

Banks are a core holding. Will have a better credit picture next year. Earnings are growing.

BUY

Most efficient of all the banks. Less exposed to investment banking than Commerce and TD.

TOP PICK

All the banks have good value and growth.

DON'T BUY

Doesn't see a lot more upside in the banks.

BUY

Expects all the banks to see some big earning surprises. Rising interest rates won't be a problem.

TOP PICK

Has all banks as a top pick. Expects them to continue to grow to the end of the year.

BUY

At a very good price.

BUY

Expects the banks to have a 15/20% growth rate over the next couple of years. Good ROE.

DON'T BUY

Looks good, but banks are always influenced by the short term rates which are "artificially" low (government established) at this time. Caution.

DON'T BUY

A little too high now.

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