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Royal Bank (RY.TO)

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Royal Bank (RY.TO)

296.26
-3.83 (1.28%)
as of Aug 18, 2026, 8:00:00 pm Market Open.
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This summary was created by AI, based on 58 opinions in the last 12 months.

Royal Bank (RY) is regarded as the top Canadian bank, benefiting significantly from its capital markets and wealth management divisions. The recent acquisition of HSBC has opened avenues for growth and product cross-selling. Analysts highlight the bank's ability to sustain its dividend, which has historically risen, as well as the positive regulatory changes that have reduced capital requirements, allowing for increased lending potential. While there is a general caution regarding high price-to-earnings ratios across Canadian banks, RY is viewed as a stable, defensible investment with robust growth prospects, even though some experts suggest caution due to its premium valuation. Overall, the bank's solid management, diversified operations, and strong market position contribute to its reputation as a reliable long-term investment.

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Buy
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Overvalued
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TOP PICK

Royal Bank(RY.TO)

Jan 19, 2009
Canada's premier bank. Good management. Continues to build its franchise. Hasn't been tagged with the US banking problems. 6.1% yield.
Photo of Brendan CaldwellBrendan Caldwell
Owned
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$32.60

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$292.00

As of Aug 19, 2026. Market Open.

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TOP PICK

Royal Bank(RY.TO)

Jan 14, 2009
Biggest and most profitable bank in Canada. Has successfully expanded in the Caribbean through the Royal Trust and in the southeastern US 1st of Alabama (?). Continue to execute very well. 5.7% yield.
Photo of Gavin GrahamGavin Graham
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$34.84

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$292.00

As of Aug 19, 2026. Market Open.

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BUY

Royal Bank(RY.TO)

Jan 13, 2009
HSBC (HBC-N) vs. Royal Bank (RY-T). Fantastic banks. Would lean more towards the Canadian banks because he knows them better.
Photo of Paul Gardner, CFAPaul Gardner, CFA
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$35.80

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$292.00

As of Aug 19, 2026. Market Open.

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HOLD

Royal Bank(RY.TO)

Jan 09, 2009
Thinks the financials have further to rally.
Photo of Ross HealyRoss HealyUnlock Rating
$36.81

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$292.00

As of Aug 19, 2026. Market Open.

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DON'T BUY

Royal Bank(RY.TO)

Dec 30, 2008
Relative to the other Canadian banks, it is probably the most overvalued at this time, especially because of their US exposure. Not putting any money into financials right now.
Photo of Norman LevineNorman Levine
No
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$35.49

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$292.00

As of Aug 19, 2026. Market Open.

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BUY

Royal Bank(RY.TO)

Dec 22, 2008
Raised $2 billion in equity and several hundred million in preferred shares. Solid balance sheet. Tier 1 capital. Good hold on a long-term basis. Dividends are secure. (See Top Picks.)
Photo of Gordon Higgins, CA, MBAGordon Higgins, CA, MBA
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$33.90

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$292.00

As of Aug 19, 2026. Market Open.

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COMMENT

Royal Bank(RY.TO)

Dec 17, 2008
One of the premier banks globally. The whole Canadian banking sector will have headwinds going forward. Still worthwhile to own banks but doesn't think it's going to go anywhere.
Photo of Paul Gardner, CFAPaul Gardner, CFAUnlock Rating
$34.66

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$292.00

As of Aug 19, 2026. Market Open.

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TOP PICK

Royal Bank(RY.TO)

Dec 11, 2008
Thinks they are the strongest financial institution in Canada. Has a tremendous franchise. Thinks their US assets are manageable. Incredibly cheap at 9 X next year's earnings. Yield of 5.6%.
Photo of Bill MacLachlanBill MacLachlan
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$33.96

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$292.00

As of Aug 19, 2026. Market Open.

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COMMENT

Royal Bank(RY.TO)

Dec 08, 2008
Just doing an equity issue at $35.25 and looks like a fairly good discount to the market. Seems to be going quite well. This should be enough to get them through the balance sheet concerns.
Photo of Greg A. Taylor, CFA, BBAGreg A. Taylor, CFA, BBA
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$37.50

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$292.00

As of Aug 19, 2026. Market Open.

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TOP PICK

Royal Bank(RY.TO)

Dec 04, 2008
(2 Top Picks are pair trades.) Buy Royal Bank (RY-T) and Short Cannacord (CCI-T). Once you see some predictability in the market (6 months?) you might consider getting out.
Photo of Ken McCordKen McCord
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$37.17

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$292.00

As of Aug 19, 2026. Market Open.

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BUY

Royal Bank(RY.TO)

Dec 01, 2008
Look at how far it has dropped from 5 years ago. This could be the entry point providing you can deal with the fluctuating markets and that you have a 3-year view.
Photo of Peter BriegerPeter Brieger
No
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$39.44

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$292.00

As of Aug 19, 2026. Market Open.

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BUY

Royal Bank(RY.TO)

Nov 26, 2008
Canadian banks are the best capitalized banks globally. If you have any time horizon at all, he would own Canadian banks.
Photo of Derek Webb, CFADerek Webb, CFA
No
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$39.12

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$292.00

As of Aug 19, 2026. Market Open.

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PARTIAL BUY

Royal Bank(RY.TO)

Nov 19, 2008
Earnings will be pressured and will be softer. Core retail banking is still there. By the time you wait for the earnings turn, these stocks will have long turned. You might nibble in over the next quarter or so.
Photo of Don LatoDon Lato
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$41.19

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$292.00

As of Aug 19, 2026. Market Open.

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DON'T BUY

Royal Bank(RY.TO)

Nov 17, 2008
Last bank to start going down. Relative to the rest of the banks, it is quite expensive. Until this one has its own setback in the market, Canadian banks overall will not be a Buy.
Photo of Ross HealyRoss HealyUnlock Rating
$43.36

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$292.00

As of Aug 19, 2026. Market Open.

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BUY ON WEAKNESS

Royal Bank(RY.TO)

Nov 13, 2008
Finance Minister has announced that banks going to get a $50 billion package. This bank will have to deal with its US subsidiaries and all the tuck-in acquisitions they have made. Still have very strong franchise and he has no concerns with this one.
Photo of David DriscollDavid DriscollUnlock Rating
$46.25

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$292.00

As of Aug 19, 2026. Market Open.

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