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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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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.

PAST TOP PICK

(A Top Pick Mar 6/06. Down 5.5%.) The bank group as a whole is off. Fairly attractive at this price. Safe place to be and a good long-term holding.

BUY

Probably more leveraged to the commodity side and international banking than any other Canadian stocks. Quality is good. Have had good returns.

BUY

Has the best profit growth in financials. It looks like it may be in the process of rebounding from pressure from bond yields.

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