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Bank of Nova Scotia (BNS.TO)

125.36

-1.34 (1.06%)

as of Aug 18, 2026, 8:00:00 pm Market Open.

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Aug 18, 2026, 12:00 am

This summary was created by AI, based on 28 opinions in the last 12 months.

The Bank of Nova Scotia (BNS) is a major player in the Canadian banking sector, yet its performance has drawn mixed reviews from experts. Many highlight its relatively low price-to-earnings ratio and strong dividend yield, with some suggesting it trades at a fair valuation compared to peers. However, concerns persist regarding its management changes and strategic focus, particularly its exposure to markets in the Caribbean and the U.S. Some analysts question whether BNS can catch up to its competitors like Royal Bank of Canada (RY), which is often favored for its stability and performance. On the upside, several analysts express optimism about the overall health of Canadian banks, with BNS expected to benefit from improving economic conditions and strong capital reserves, even as they acknowledge challenges in its loan growth and international operations.

Consensus

Mixed

Valuation

Fair Value

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BUY

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

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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.

COMMENT

Have a great asset in South America. They are going after faster growing regions in the world. If the US does slow down, they can pick up the slack. An under appreciated bank.

HOLD

If merger and acquisition activity were ever allowed, this would be a beautiful bank for a large US bank to buy. Have done a fantastic job in growing their business internationally. Wouldn't buy at this price but if it came off, would buy at that point.

BUY

Likes Toronto Dominion (TD-T) and Bank of Nova Scotia (BNS-T) as a combined arrangement. Likes its international diversification. The best play on Latin American growth on a global basis.

BUY

Banks will be reporting next week and generally analysts are expecting pretty good numbers. Likes this bank’s international diversification. Unique in its exposure in Latin America.

BUY

Lagging recently because of the leftist governments and volatility in Latin America. Still likes it but prefers TD (TD-T).

PAST TOP PICK

(A Top Pick May 25/06. Up 10%.) Likes their exposure to Central and South America, which is a growing middle class market.

BUY ON WEAKNESS

Under $44 would be a good entry point. Good fundamentals. Doing things in Mexico. Have the most money to spend of all the banks.

BUY

Generating revenues out of Latin America which gives a global slant. Buy one half position now and accumulate more as time goes on.

SELL

Thinks the banks are rolling over. You're not going to make a new high in the next 6/12 months. At the very minimum, it will retest the lows of May. There is probably another leg lower coming.

BUY

One of her favourite banks. Likes its international diversification. Good entry point.

HOLD

His 3rd favourite bank. In the 1st quarter of this year, with interest rates going up, all the banks got clobbered.

HOLD

Doesn't own any banks. The Canadian banks are relatively a little more expensive than some of the other global banks. This one is a very well run bank with good international opportunities. Good for a long term holding.

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