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National Bank of Canada (NA.TO)

228.42

+1.02 (0.45%)

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

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Jul 26, 2026, 12:00 am

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

Experts generally view the National Bank of Canada (NA) as a strong investment with a focus on growth, particularly in wealth management and capital markets. Several reviews highlight the positive impact of its acquisition of Canadian Western Bank (CWB), which broadens its national presence and improves cross-selling opportunities. There is confidence in double-digit earnings growth and the potential for solid annual returns, even as concerns about high valuations and economic risks, such as potential recessions or credit cycles, are noted. While the stock's valuation is perceived as rich, its ability to generate high recurring fees and its diversified national presence contribute to a favorable long-term outlook. Overall, experts believe NA is well-positioned to thrive in the current market environment.

Consensus

Buy

Valuation

Fair Value

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TD-T

DON'T BUY

In the aggregate, banks have done very little this year. They are all trading at 55 year valuation highs. There's no fair market valuation support for them to go much higher.

TOP PICK

Has managed to move away from its Quebec base. Built its brokerage side very successfully. Substantially reduced its exposure to the Quebec economy. You are getting 12/15% growth plus a 3.2% dividend.

BUY

If buying a bank today, this one would be his choice. The most interesting. A little bit of Quebec factor has come back into it which in the short run is unwarranted. Has the best opportunity to increase margins and its dividends.

BUY

Prefers Toronto Dominion (TD-T), National Bank (NA-T) or Bank of Montreal (BMO-T) over Royal Bank (RY-T) because there are wider differentials between the stock prices and his model prices.

BUY

Has been hurt by the political concerns re: the Bloc in Quebec. The latest change in the Liberal's fortunes could change this and this could be a good opportunity to acquire.

BUY

Canadian banks continue to offer good value on a medium time frame. If we were to see a rapid ratcheting up of interest rates, they would be vulnerable, but this is not expected. The banks offer reasonable value here.

BUY

Likes Bank of Nova Scotia (BNS-T), National Bank (NA-T) and Royal (RY-T) better than CIBC (CM-T) which has chronically one of the worse performing of the Canadian banks. They are more profitable, better organized and more efficient.

DON'T BUY

What happens in the US ultimately works its way into the Canadian market. US banks are having a very difficult time and are down about 7% year to date. Canadian banks have had good yield support, but they really are not making a lot of headway. They are basically trading sideways.

DON'T BUY

Bank stocks are starting to top which is not surprising. The bull market started in 2002 and we are 2 1/2 years into the bull market. That's usually the time bank stocks start to move down.

DON'T BUY

Doesn't like the banks. They have just come off 52 week highs. Historically they always give you a chance to buy at some point and he is going to wait with his hands open at prices he is willing to pay. Wait until they get ugly.

BUY

Has done well over the last 6 months. As long as it sticks to its knitting, it should perform well.

BUY

This is the bank that he sees outperforming the bank sector. There is still some valuation gap between it and the big 5. Narrowing and will continue to do so. They give a superior yield. Good quality management. Focused and it's showing.

BUY

Still likes, but the Bank of Montreal (BMO-T) is now their #1.

DON'T BUY

Banking sector looks unattractive. If he had to own a bank, this or Bank of Nova Scotia are banks he could own. There is so much going on in other parts of the market, you are giving up a lot of opportunity being in this sector.

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