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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

Similar

HOLD

Improving economy will help. Good one to hold.

WEAK BUY

One of the lower risk banks. Banks are now having a tremendous amount of difficulty because of interest rates, concerns of domestic businesses and prospects for international businesses. Feels the banks are dead money for a while.

BUY

All the banks are cheap and this has a mid 20% upside.

BUY ON WEAKNESS

Banks and insurance companies are trading around fair value. Banks are generally around 12 X estimated earnings and life companies around 13 X. This bank has the most clearly identified growth profile of all the Banks.

BUY

Well-run. Has significant operations globally. Earnings this year are extraordinarily good.

HOLD

Has reduced bank holdings in his portfolios due to concerns of rising interest rates. Increased dividends should mitigate this. Right now, it's as good as it gets for banks.

BUY

Also likes National Bank and Royal Bank.

TRADE

Banks are looking fairly cheap. Trading at 2 1/2 X book value. Probably not much upside potential from a merger perspective.

BUY

Not a huge fan of the banks in general because of the interest rate environment. This bank has been able to deliver better earnings growth, better international diversification and better cost controls.

TOP PICK

A ranking in bank stocks that have more than 20% differential between their model price and stock-price is #1 National #2 Bank of Nova Scotia #3 Royal Bank #4 Toronto Dominion. Loves any of these.

DON'T BUY

The banks are pulling back to a support which is good. On any rallies that occur, you should lighten up your bank shares. Could still have 5/6% downside.

BUY

Can see a 10/15% return in the next year. With a small interest rate increase, there should be margin expansion. Will be increasing dividends in the near-term.

BUY

The most dominant in the international arena.

BUY

This is their favorite of all the banks. Geographically well diversified.

BUY

Interest-rate increases will not have a big influence on Canadian banks. Selling has been overdone.

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