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Bank of Nova Scotia (BNS.TO)

122.44

-0.13 (0.11%)

as of Jun 26, 2026, 8:00:00 pm Market Open.

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Jun 26, 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) is seen as a long-term hold by many analysts, despite a mixed performance relative to its peers. While some experts express optimism about its high dividend yield of around 4.5% and its potential to outperform due to management changes and international exposure, others express concerns regarding its strategic decisions, particularly the investment in KEY. This inconsistency in leadership and strategic direction appears to affect investor confidence. Recent evaluations suggest BNS may be undervalued compared to other Canadian banks, though some analysts recommend caution before adding to positions as the bank has underperformed in the short term. Overall, the bank's appeal centers on its dividend yield and potential for operational turnaround in the coming years.

Consensus

Hold

Valuation

Undervalued

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BUY

Long term quality.

BUY

All the bad news is behind it.

BUY

Good profitibility. Cheap. Expects growth on their retail side.

BUY

Has good upside potential.

BUY

Banks have done better than expected. Not a fan of Bank of Montreal though. TD is #1.

BUY

Very strong on all the banks except for CIBC.

STRONG BUY

Good value. Has a strong growth outlook.

TOP PICK

Expects the banks to give dividend increases and they are at good prices now.

BUY

Banks are getting down to an interesting level. Good as a long term hold.

TOP PICK

Likes all the banks. Good dividends, long term appreciation and at a good price.

TOP PICK

Likes the bank stocks. P/E is at 10.5 and has a dividend of 2.8%. Argentina won't have a big affect on them.

DON'T BUY

Exposure to Argentina would be equal to one years earnings. Interest rates will probably stay flat.

TOP PICK

Good price.

BUY

Banks should be a core holding. Valuations range from 10 to 12 X earnings. Reasonable dividends.

TOP PICK

Expects good revenue growth for all banks of 10/12% and 10/15% in earnings. Royal #1, Commerce #2, TD #3, BNS #4 and finally BMO.

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