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Bank of Nova Scotia (BNS.TO)

124.79

-1.91 (1.51%)

as of Aug 18, 2026, 6:43:24 pm Market Open.

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Aug 18, 2026, 12:00 am

This summary was created by AI, based on 28 opinions in the last 12 months.

The Bank of Nova Scotia (BNS) has received mixed reviews from experts, reflecting a broad spectrum of opinions on the bank's current and future performance. Some analysts highlight the bank's low valuation compared to its peers and its strong dividend yield, positioning it as a potential buying opportunity for long-term investors. However, concerns remain regarding its management changes, struggles in international markets, and overall growth trajectory, especially in comparison to top performers like Royal Bank (RY). Despite recent improvements and a bullish outlook for the Canadian banking sector overall, BNS continues to face skepticism about its ability to catch up to more successful counterparts. Many experts recommend holding the stock for its yield while being cautious of potential market fluctuations and the uncertain economic landscape.

Consensus

Mixed

Valuation

Undervalued

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RBC,RY

BUY

Some upside yet. They were not involved with merger last time and if this occurs again, they could benefit by picking up other banks assets that rules make them sell.

WAIT

Look for a drop in the stock price short term.

BUY

Likes all banks. TD is favourite. They seem to have a handle on the loan concerns

SELL

Have now over done. Don't expect takeovers to have too much effect on price.

BUY

Banks should outperform the general market. Prefers TD and then BMO

BUY

Banks benefited from tech pull back. Will this reverse?

BUY

Off a little bit, but thinks there is still growth

HOLD

Still a bit of upside in banks

HOLD

Hold at least until a first merger is announced.

TOP PICK

All banks are well run/profitable Multiples 10, 12, 15 X earnings.

BUY

Let them go after a 10/15% increase. In a recession, banks will be hit.

DON'T BUY

Better to buy the target bank, BMO rather than the acquirer

DON'T BUY

Getting near their 1998 highs. Prefers Royal #1 CIBC #2

BUY

Likes

TOP PICK

Likes banks. Preferences are BNS, Royal, TD & CIBC. Lower interest rate is a plus. They have a clear path to revenue growth

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