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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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WEAK BUY

3/3.5% dividend.

BUY

Likes the banking sector. Waiting to see how things work out in South America. A quality stock at these levels.

DON'T BUY

One of the best positioned banks. Would look at $33/35 range.

TOP PICK

Good strength in retail and international sectors. 3.4% dividend.

BUY

Favourite in the banks.

DON'T BUY

Well run. International exposure. Prefers TD and CIBC at this time.

HOLD

Earnings OK, but looking forward there are credit issues. Well run.

TOP PICK

Will probably be further loan losses. Strong retail operations. Near its low.

TOP PICK

Run a tight bank. 3.2% dividend yield.

DON'T BUY

3rd quarter results for the banks were not very good.

DON'T BUY

Dividend is safe. May have to write off more debt.

TOP PICK

Good disciplines. Could be a takeover down the road.

BUY

Banks will do well. Royal is #1 and Bank of nova Scotia is #2.

PAST TOP PICK

(Was a top pick on May 13. Down 6.9%) Still likes.

TOP PICK

All banks are a Top Pick. 3.5% yield. At a good price.

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