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Bank of Nova Scotia (BNS.TO)

122.67

-0.06 (0.05%)

as of Jul 27, 2026, 8:00:00 pm Market Open.

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Jul 27, 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) has elicited mixed reviews from experts. Some highlight its strong positioning for future growth due to investments in GenAI and a favorable regulatory environment that allows for increased lending capacity. However, others express concerns about BNS's performance relative to its Canadian peers, noting it as the weakest among them despite a decent dividend yield of around 4.5% and recent strategic moves to invest in the U.S. market through KEY. While some analysts see potential for long-term gains, particularly with the new CEO at the helm, others urge caution citing stagnant loan growth and rising provisions for credit losses (PCLs). The overall sentiment reflects a blend of optimism for its turnaround and skepticism about its ability to catch up to its competitors amidst ongoing economic challenges.

Consensus

Mixed

Valuation

Undervalued

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BUY

It continues to lead the sector. They're doing very well with their growth in Canada and internationally. They are underweight financials as they prefer commodities at this point.

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TOP PICK

Price motivated. Might get to mid $70's, with dividend you get 13-15%. Would be great value with alittle pull back. Low risk.

WEAK BUY

Big banks continue to be great positions. Stock split every 3-4 years.

TOP PICK

Focused most on international of all canadian banks. New deal $500 million to bank. Earnings will do well.

DON'T BUY

Doing extremely well. Its international operations are considered one of the best success stories. Prefers other companies.

DON'T BUY

A little reticent on the banks. The downward move in interest rates is pretty well over. Would buy insurance rather than a bank at this time.

BUY

Likes its combination of international diversification and strong retail operations.

BUY

Doesn't expect bank mergers until after the next election. Likes all the banks at this price.

BUY

A favourite. Earnings report tomorrow could be disappointing because of their international exposure. A good holding for the long term. Extremely well positioned.

BUY

PAST TOP PICK

(A top pick Sept 18/03. Up 5.7%.) Very leveraged to the corporate sector, which is now improving.

BUY

Has done a very good job on its core operations. Well-run.

BUY

Prefers over Old Dominion bank that is it has a safer outlook.

BUY

Expected to grow through its international operations as well as their retail franchise. Good solid dividend return.

DON'T BUY

At fair market value and at a pretty strong level of technical resistance. At a 50 year high.

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