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Bank of Nova Scotia (BNS.TO)

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

Has the best international records in the banks. Likes this one.

PAST TOP PICK

(A Top Pick Mar 1/05. Up 18%.) Still likes. All of the banks are reporting very good return on equity and this one has been reporting ROE’s around 20%. Earnings could go from $3.16 last year to $3.55 this year and even $3.80 next year. Yield of 3.4%.

BUY

This is one of her favourite stocks. She likes the exposure ot Latin America and South America. She really likes the management. This stock is less expensive than the other banks. Believes it is a good time to get into it.

BUY

Recommends having exposure to banks in your portfolio. This is his favourite bank. He likes it and continues to buy it.

BUY

Bank stocks are a good place to be. They are moving into China. They will probably raise their dividends this year.

BUY

Good diversification in Latin America. Probably a little more defensive than some of the other names out there.

HOLD

Exposed to the mining sector, so as commodity prices drop, deals will start to dry up too. Nothing wrong with hanging onto your bank as the dividend growth you're going to get over time is going to give you a huge yield regardless of the stock price.

HOLD

We are in an environment now where there is a headwind for the banks. Is now using banks for trading gains rather than “buy and hold”. He owns all the banks. If you own, continue to hold.

PAST TOP PICK

(A Top Pick Mar 1/05. Up 24.5%.) Best known Canadian bank for their international presence and are currently looking at Malaysia. Thinks earnings are going to be about $3.50 this year. 3.4% yield.

BUY

Anything with a dividend yield attached to it will be a leader. Banks have a great record of bumping their dividends along the way. A safe haven for investors who are moving into a more defensive position.

BUY

Expects there will continue to be dividend increases. Likes the banks and, although loan loss provisions have crept up a bit, but should be extremely manageable in 2007. Foreign assets are extremely profitable.

COMMENT

Banks have reported very good numbers. With interest rates peaking, and maybe declining, there is probably no valuation pressure. Can see 10% growth in the Banks. Prefers Toronto Dominion (TD-T).

BUY

Their international strategy is really starting to come through. Their last earnings statement shows they are making good money off this.

HOLD

When they reported their earnings, they really had no growth which was quite surprising. Their costs are kind of getting out of control. Good management.

COMMENT

Doesn't see a lot of upside in the banks in the short-term. Caller inquired about using a covered call on his holdings. It could do this, but doesn't expect banks will have a huge sell-off. Not a bad strategy, but better on more volatile stocks.

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