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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 27, 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 reviews from experts, showcasing its strengths and weaknesses. While many analysts appreciate its strong dividend yield, which stands at around 4.5% to 4.6%, and its focus on international diversification, particularly in Latin America, concerns remain regarding its recent strategic decisions and overall performance relative to peers. The consensus indicates that although BNS has potential, particularly with new management and an operational turnaround, it has lagged behind other Canadian banks in terms of pricing and growth. Analysts suggest monitoring the stock closely, with advice ranging from holding positions to being cautious about new investments due to uncertainties tied to its acquisition strategies and market position. Overall, BNS appears to be in a transitional phase, with some experts optimistic about future improvements in valuation and growth prospects.

Consensus

Mixed

Valuation

Undervalued

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COMMENT

Preferreds. Not his favourite asset category. There is nothing in it for the investor. They are junior to bonds and you have no say in the running of the company.

PAST TOP PICK

(A Top Pick Nov 6/08. Up 19.85%.) Still a Buy.

WAIT

The banking sector is rolling over a little. Look at getting back in very shortly. He Doesn’t buy stocks that are moving down.

BUY

They are believes in strong recovery. It represents good value. Risk is their international exposure, but the know what they are doing and understand the risks. It represents an opportunity.

BUY

You wont see a dividend rise until next October.

BUY

One of the finest financial institutions. Core holding for long-term shareholders. Superb management. Well positioned in offshore emerging markets and in wealth management of retirees and baby boomers.

PAST TOP PICK

(A Top Pick Oct 16/08. Up 14%.) Extremely well managed. Always had a conservative approach to credit and that has kept him out of a lot of trouble. Facing a few headwinds in the Caribbean and South America but longer-term it is well managed.

BUY

Payout is a little high but he thinks the earnings will come back quite nicely next year. Likes the international side, which will be a growth area longer term and a higher margin business. Loan-loss provisions on that side are kind of lagging. Domestic retail is good.

BUY

Bank stocks have rallied while BNS was lagging. Big issue with exposure to Mexico. Balance sheet is reasonably strong. Would not be surprised if bank start raising dividends in the next couple of years.

BUY

(Market Call Minute.) Banks are still a Buy. Have more upside of perhaps 15%.

WAIT

Likes it. But it just went up so wait to buy. Hold on to it for the dividend. Take profits over $50

COMMENT

If you want international exposure, this is the bank to own. He is currently looking at this one. Banks have moved so far since March 31, that they are now just general market performers and probably not compelling Buys. Good yield of 4%.

TOP PICK

Of all the banks, it has the best exposure outside of Canada. Latin America is an underdeveloped market in terms of financial services. ROE of about 19%. Strong Tier 1 capital ratios.

COMMENT

Probably the one of the good banks that the analysts as a whole like the least because of their international exposure. Thinks the banks will trade very close to each other in terms of multiples and performances. Wouldn't be her favourite.

BUY ON WEAKNESS

Banks have reported very strong earnings and are no longer inexpensive. This and Royal Bank (RY-T) are his preferences. Likes their international operations, which are in growth markets.

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