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Bank of Nova Scotia (BNS.TO)

122.44

-0.13 (0.11%)

as of Jun 26, 2026, 8:00:00 pm Market Open.

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Jun 27, 2026, 12:00 am

This summary was created by AI, based on 30 opinions in the last 12 months.

Experts generally recognize Bank of Nova Scotia (BNS) as a long-term investment with an attractive dividend yield, currently around 4.5% to 4.6%. However, there are mixed reviews on its recent performance, with some noting it has lagged behind peers like Royal Bank (RY) and TD in terms of growth and valuation. Analysts mention that BNS has a solid capital base and is seen as undervalued at approximately 1.5x book value, yet concerns regarding its strategic decisions and international exposure, particularly in Latin America, persist. The new management is considered a positive change, although uncertainties surrounding acquisitions and future growth strategies contribute to a cautious outlook from some experts. Overall, while short-term volatility and market conditions remain a factor, BNS is still deemed a viable option for investors looking for dividend income and stability in the Canadian banking sector.

Consensus

Hold

Valuation

Undervalued

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TOP PICK

Really likes its international diversification. Particularly well positioned in Latin America which are areas that are going to have extrordinary growth. The 12 X multiple is not recognizing the kind of growth that it has had. Great dividend.

TOP PICK

Has been the most successful of all the Canadian banks about having a national stragetgy. The 6th biggest bank in Mexico and would like to buy the 4th biggest. Have a major position in Central America and the biggest bank in the Caribbean. Lowest cost ratio and a 2.4% dividend.

BUY

Q: Buy Bank of Nova SCotia (BNS-T) or CIBC (CM-T)? A: Tough call. Would buy the one having the most negative press recently. It would probably be Bank of Nova Scotia because their Latin America holdings have been a bit of a drag. Really a coin toss.

TRADE

Gives good exposure to foreign assets.

BUY

Toronto Dominion, Bank of Montreal and Bank of Nova Scotia are his 3 top favourite banks.

TRADE

Can see this fund migrating back to domestic content.

TOP PICK

Consistency. A good CFO. Focused longterm builder.

BUY

Top bank holding. Good branch management.

HOLD

A good holding.

PAST TOP PICK

(A Top Pick Dec 14/04. Up 2.5%.) You could buy any one of the 5 banks and you would do fine. It's a yield instrument. Still likes.

BUY

Seasonality is neutral now. These companies normally underperform the market in January/February. This is followed by seasonal strength to the end of May. This bank has one of the better earnings prospects going forward.

BUY

A good choice.

BUY

His favourite bank. A little pricey around $40, but a very solidly run bank.

BUY

Life insurance companies outperformed the banks last year and expects it is about time for the banks to start catching up. Likes their international exposure.

BUY

Market is generally negative on the banks because they see the yield curve flattening in the US. In fact, the yield curve has steepend in Canada which is very positive for the banks. Feels you can do better in some of the larger banks, especially Bank of Nova Scotia and Royal Bank.

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