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TSE:RY

Royal Bank (RY.TO)

293.98
-2.28 (0.77%)
as of Aug 19, 2026, 1:53:51 pm Market Open.
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star iconAug 19, 2026, 12:00 am

This summary was created by AI, based on 57 opinions in the last 12 months.

Royal Bank of Canada (RY) stands out as a premier financial institution and is often regarded as the top choice among Canadian banks. Analysts praise its robust capital markets and wealth management divisions, which continue to thrive amidst a generally positive outlook for the Canadian economy. The bank's recent performance showcases substantial earnings growth, driven by favorable regulatory conditions and reduced loan loss provisions. However, a consensus emerges regarding the stock's high valuation relative to historical averages, prompting some experts to recommend caution in new investments. Despite these valuation concerns, many experts affirm RY's stability and strong dividend growth potential, indicating it remains a solid long-term hold for investors.

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Buy
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Overvalued
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HOLD
The quality big Canadian bank. Likes that they are taking full-page ads in the US highlighting how it is a big safe bank and great balance sheet.
DON'T BUY
Seasonally Canadian banks tend to go up about now. This is a time when they come out with their earnings. Not going to happen this year. If you are looking for a conservative bank, this is probably the best risk managed bank by far. Wouldn't buy into Canadian banks this time around. Technically, the chart shows a broadening formation and expects the stock will come back up through $50, which should provide good support for it.
COMMENT
Royal (RY-T) vs. Toronto Dominion (TD-T). Prefers Royal but doesn't think either one of them are going to have a terrific quarter. TD made, what may turn out to be badly timed US acquisitions. Both banks are going to suffer from lack of activity in the capital markets. All banks are trading at low PE ratios.
PARTIAL BUY
Suffering along with the other high-quality financial stocks. People are concerned about financial stocks in general. Yields aren't bad. If you don't own a bank stock, step in and take a partial position.
BUY
Believes this is the bank that will be the safest and, as we rebound, it is big and liquid and its US exposure will be positive.
BUY
Very strong retail franchise. Very good investment bank and very good asset management business. Think the US assets will continue to grow.
COMMENT
Seasonal strength for banking sector tends to be September until April. Last year this did not work because 4th quarter results clearly were not going to help the market. 4th quarter this year (end of Nov.),you will see reduced reductions in write-offs, dividend increases and favourable comments on prospects for next year. Stock has bottomed and MACD is starting to show early signs of recovery. Good chance of breaking above $50, and when it does could easily get to around $56.
BUY
Likes all the Canadian banks. Bank of Montreal (BMO-T), Toronto Dominion Bank (TD-T) and Royal Bank (RY-T) are all on a great playing field and will be able to acquire some good assets.
DON'T BUY
Only bank they own, but a 1% weight. Canadian banks are likely to see a multiple compression and he would be a little cautious.
TOP PICK
Buy Oct/Nov call option $40 or $42.
BUY
The Preferred: Look at what Buffet has done – he’s gone for preferred shares.
TOP PICK
RBC CAPITAL TRUST BONDS Dec 31’13– doesn’t think there is a maturity risk. They are best of breed. It’s good value here. (Similar for all the banks.) Close to 7%, semi-annual coupon.
DON'T BUY
Not his favorite. They have US customers in the US southeast where they will have some losses but it’s a small enough piece of their business that it is not going to overwhelm the bank. It will cut into growth but no more than that.
BUY
A tremendous amount of money sitting on the sidelines and it has to find a home because of poor returns. Good yield.
WATCH
350 companies in the US financial sector have plummeting profitability. These concerns are going to keep on revisiting us. Would love to step in and buy this one at the right time and is waiting for the opportunity. A little uptick in profitability and he will be there.
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