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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 6, 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) presents a mixed outlook among experts. While many see it as a long-term hold with solid fundamentals, including a strong dividend yield of around 4.5%, there are concerns about its lagging performance compared to peers and uncertainty surrounding its recent strategic decisions, such as the investment in KEY. Some analysts express optimism about the new management's direction and potential for growth, particularly in U.S. and international markets, while highlighting improvements in capital ratios and clean-ups in operations. Despite a recent uptick in share price and general strength in Canadian banks, several experts recommend caution, suggesting trimming positions or holding off on new investments until clearer opportunities arise due to concerns over the housing market and the credit cycle. Overall, BNS is recognized for its international focus and potential for recovery but still faces questions about its strategic execution and market position.

Consensus

Hold

Valuation

Undervalued

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BUY

No exposure to the US and the sub-prime mortgage situation. Just reported 14% growth in earnings. Healthy increase in dividends. Wonderful international platform that has been expanding nicely.

BUY

Its biggest growth is international. A great way to play growth outside of Canada.

HOLD

One of the most disciplined banks in terms of its acquisition policies. Yielding 3% plus. Earnings should be closer to $4 this year from $3.60 last year. Good international exposure.

TOP PICK

Impressed with what they are doing internationally. Continuing to make acquisitions in Latin America and also in Southeast Asia.

DON'T BUY

Of the main banks, it probably has the lowest earnings growth profile at 5%. Would prefer Royal (RY-T) or Toronto Dominion (TD-T).

DON'T BUY

Expecting an earnings growth slowdown in the banks. This one will probably have better growth than the rest. Looking for an increase in loan loss provisions. Valuations are towards the high end. Only expects a 10% return total with growth and dividends.

HOLD

Banks, generally speaking, will perform reasonably well. Likes their international exposure.

BUY

All the banks are excellent in terms of rewarding investors. They generally increase dividends twice a year. This would be his top pick. Likes what they're doing internationally.

BUY

Good international exposure. Canadian banks have no US sub-prime mortgage exposure. There is now a big valuation spread between the two. Could be at a point where Canadian banks may be sold in order to buy US ones.

COMMENT

The banking sector has a bit of a problem at this stage, because if he is right and there is a bear market once we are finished this bull market, the banks could be causing the down leg.

BUY

Always good to own bank stocks in the portfolio. This one is one of his favourites. Have just announced an agreement to invest in a bank in China, which will be great exposure for them.

TOP PICK

Likes their Latin American exposure. Strong earnings report. Good yield and a good record of increasing dividends.

PAST TOP PICK

(A Top Pick Mar 6/06. Up 8.6%.) Recently sold his holdings and made a switch into Barclays Bank (BCS-N).

COMMENT

All the Canadian banks are very good and have had a fairly good run. Could pull back a little more. Prefers Bank of America (BAC-N), which is a lot cheaper and higher dividend and with greater opportunity. He holds no Canadian banks.

COMMENT

Best looking chart in the banks, but he is nervous about the Latin America exposure and of some of them may follow Venezuela's example.

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