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Bank of Nova Scotia (BNS.TO)

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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 garnered mixed opinions among analysts and investors. While some view it as a long-term hold with a solid dividend yield of approximately 4.5%, others express concerns about its recent performance relative to peers and its strategic investments, particularly in KEY. Analysts highlight the bank's relative valuation as attractive at around 1.5x book value, though some suggest it's lagging behind its Canadian competitors in terms of performance. There's a sense that while the bank is undergoing a transition under new leadership and striving for operational improvements, there remain uncertainties about its international exposure and overall growth trajectory. The consensus leans towards holding the stock for those invested but avoiding new capital until market conditions become more favorable.

Consensus

Hold

Valuation

Undervalued

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DON'T BUY

Financials have stayed in line with techs, i.e., techs rally, so do these & vice versa Ergo, do not expect money to flow from techs to financial on a downturn

BUY

All banks at good levels now. Their picks are #1 TD #2 Royal

STRONG BUY

Look for a strong rally over the next 6 months.

BUY

Cheap. Good time to buy

TOP PICK

All banks up 26/27% for the year. Expect record earnings to continue

STRONG BUY

All banks = 12 X earnings. Good yields. Long term is good

BUY

Likes. TD is favourite

BUY

Expect good growth on banks & Insurance companies

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