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Bank of Nova Scotia (BNS.TO)

122.45

-2.91 (2.32%)

as of Aug 19, 2026, 3:03:12 pm Market Open.

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Aug 19, 2026, 12:00 am

This summary was created by AI, based on 27 opinions in the last 12 months.

The Bank of Nova Scotia (BNS) is viewed as the weakest among Canadian banks, with varying opinions on its management changes, strategic focus, and overall performance. While some experts acknowledge its relatively low valuation and strong dividend yield, concerns about its Caribbean exposure and sluggish growth persist. The bank's recent investments, including its stake in KEY, have raised eyebrows, with some analysts preferring other banks like Royal Bank of Canada (RY) and Toronto-Dominion Bank (TD). Despite improvements in its operations and a favorable regulatory environment for banks in Canada, opinions remain mixed on BNS's ability to catch up to its peers. Analysts suggest that while it offers a decent yield and potentially good long-term prospects, caution is warranted amid uncertainties in the credit cycle and economic outlook.

Consensus

Cautious

Valuation

Fair Value

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TRADE

Would rather get xfm which is an ishare portfolio of many banks. Is breaking out of some resistance. Looks like it may go a couple of dollars from here, but will have problems going much higher.

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BUY

Given their exposure to emerging markets.

TOP PICK

One of his favourite Canadian Banks. He has been watching them. Earnings came out much better than he expected. He wants to raise his exposure to the banks. Build business in Caribbean. Thinks that part of their business will continue to grow and margins will be good.

BUY

Very well run bank, lagged behind TD and Royal recently. People worried about opportunioti8es down south right now. He would buy it as it is trading at reasonable valuations right now and a solid management team.

BUY

Where would you put a Stop and how do you figure this out? Seasonally moves higher from the end of February through to the end of May. Looks like it wants to go higher back to the $61 level. He tends to use Time Stops instead of Price Stops. As it gets close to the end of May, look at the short-term momentum indicators for signs that they are rolling over.

BUY

Has been buying the preferred shares there 3.70 dividend yield. 2016 or 2017 reset date, so he likes that it's a bit further away.

BUY

One of his favourite banks. The recent issue built up their capital base and the selling of the real estate will be an addition to their capital base. Solid yield which will grow over time. Have a neat franchise in Latin America.

TOP PICK

Relatively limited exposure to Canadian consumer. Good opportunity to grow outside of Canada. Just raised money a few weeks ago. Longer-term value is $60-65 range.

TOP PICK

Canadian banks in general offer tremendous value at current prices. Good dividends. This bank as good growth prospects. Good geography including Latin America and Southeast Asia.

COMMENT

The Fed announcement of interest rates remaining low until 2014 is a couple of things with the banks. First of all, it is going to have a drag on net interest margins going forward. However, it will allow consumers to continue to borrow money. Expecting to see a deleveraging in the consumer space. This one is probably more diversified than its peers. Don't look for a tremendous amount of growth from the banks. Really a dividend play.

BUY

All the Canadian banks are cheap so it is a pick the one you like. Doesn't see many catalysts to take bank stocks lower.

TOP PICK

"The" international Cdn bank. Over a third of its earnings out of Latin America and Asia. Just acquired the 5th biggest bank in Colombia for $1 billion. Lowest cost in terms of expense ratios. Raised its dividend 6%.

TOP PICK

(Top Pick Dec 21/10, Down 3,28%) Favourite Canadian Bank. He continues to buy the banks. BNS is a low cost producer and longer term in the wealth management and international it will work out. International has larger margins. There was some dilution going on with their expansion of the wealth management division.

COMMENT

Chart shows a rounded top followed by a trend line break earlier this year. A little support is showing at around the current price but you want to see the price go up to $49-$50, which would indicate a new floor. Would rather consider insurance companies.

COMMENT

Has always liked their Caribbean, Central America connection. Stock performed extremely well and actually got a little ahead of itself and subsequently has been backing and filling. Has been trimming his banks but this is one that he would add back.

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