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Bank of Nova Scotia (BNS.TO)

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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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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

DON'T BUY

Fully valued. Expects a slight increase, but not much

DON'T BUY

Banks are near their top. Don't expect a jump in the event of mergers.

HOLD

Fed cut already in the price. Will still grow, but not as fast.

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