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Bank of Nova Scotia (BNS.TO)

124.70

+2.03 (1.65%)

as of Jul 28, 2026, 8:00:00 pm Market Open.

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Jul 28, 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 received mixed reviews from various experts, reflecting a balance of optimism and concerns regarding its performance and strategy. While some analysts highlight its solid yields and potential for recovery, especially with the banking sector's overall health, others criticize its weaker growth compared to peers and challenges posed by its international exposure. The bank's recent strategic shift toward North America and its investment in KEY have sparked debate about its future direction. Overall, the dividend yield remains attractive at approximately 4.5%, making it appealing for income-focused investors. However, the consensus indicates that BNS may continue to lag behind its main competitors in terms of growth and valuation trends.

Consensus

Mixed

Valuation

Undervalued

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COMMENT

Trouble breaking through its resistance level of $36.86. Yield of 6.5%. Would start accumulating this at around the $32- $34 level. Exit the position at $30.

BUY

Becoming a little more favourable to this bank. Has pulled back on concerns of the Mexican market and their emerging market strategy. This has been overly discounted in the share price.

PAST TOP PICK

(Top Pick Apr 15/08, Down 18.14%) Still like it. Over next couple of years we will see much better pricing. Historically they have always had one of the strongest credit disciplines. On the down side, they have a lot of exposure to the Caribbean, which will be impacted by a downturn in tourism. They have less exposure to the US compared to other Canadian Banks.

DON'T BUY

International exposure that they have will pay off long term but it has impacted their loan losses. Would prefer banks.

BUY

Market Call Minute. Favorite Canadian bank. If you can lock in the dividend yield, you’ll be happy forever.

TOP PICK

Thinks it is being punished a little more than it should be for its Latin American and South American operations. A conservative bank that has never really got itself into trouble. 6.1% yield.

COMMENT

You should understand that in this economic and financial turmoil, it becomes increasingly difficult for analysts to get projections right. However looking out 3 years, he feels dividends are safe.

TOP PICK

Long the stock and Short the March $34 Call Option. Likes predictability of Canadian banks. Doesn't think there's a lot of upside in the banks. Factoring in the Call premium plus 6% dividend yield it gives you a nice healthy cash flow stream.

PAST TOP PICK

(A Top Pick March 18/08. Down 30.9%.) Starting to come up with all the banks.

TOP PICK

One of the more conservatively run banks. On a relative basis, they don't have a lot of exposure in the US. Came out a little bit ahead on their last quarter. 6.5% yield.

PAST TOP PICK

(A Top Pick Feb 26/08. Down 47.2%.) Well-managed company and he will ride it out.

TOP PICK

Lowest exposure to US retail. Has exposure to emerging markets in Latin America and Thailand. 6.5% dividend. Increasing their wealth management exposure through their CI Funds, which they recently acquired.

PAST TOP PICK

(A Top Pick Feb 4/08. Down 32%.)

COMMENT

Two-year outlook is probably good for any of the Canadian banks. The challenge and risk with this bank is their Latin American exposure. (See Top Picks.)

TOP PICK

Covered call writing. Long at $32.75, Short Feb. $34 Calls for $1.46. Banks are paying 6%-6.5%. He writes Call Options roughly 1 month out at roughly 5%, which is about 25% annualized presuming you keep doing this and option premiums stay where they are.

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