TSE:RY

Royal Bank (RY.TO)

300.44
-0.26 (0.09%)
as of Aug 17, 2026, 6:55:08 pm Market Open.
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star iconAug 16, 2026, 12:00 am

This summary was created by AI, based on 58 opinions in the last 12 months.

Royal Bank (RY-T) is widely regarded as the top Canadian bank and has excelled in capital markets and wealth management. Recent reviews highlight its strategic decisions, such as the acquisition of HSBC, which position it well for future growth through cross-selling products. While the Canadian banking sector has performed strongly, the stock is trading at historical highs in terms of price-to-earnings ratios, prompting concerns about valuation among some analysts. The bank's dividend yield, while lower than 3%, has shown a consistent upward trend. Many experts see RY as a cornerstone holding in their portfolios due to its stable growth and ability to maintain capital during market uncertainties. Despite the current high valuations, RY continues to be recommended as a solid long-term investment, with potential for growth as market conditions evolve.

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Consensus
Buy
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Valuation
Overvalued
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DON'T BUY
Concerns about credit risks. If interest rates start to climb, they'll be weaker.
BUY
Banks are at a good level now.
TOP PICK
A good core holding. A market leader.
BUY
A fan of the banks. Expects 10/15% return on earnings.
BUY
Expect rate drop to be good for them.
BUY
Good management. Expanding in US.
DON'T BUY
Will go through some troubles in the near term. Wait for a couple of quarters first. Good long term.
BUY
Banks are paying dividends that are better than GIC's, treasury bills, etc. Also expects them to start moving back up.
DON'T BUY
Could drop further. Banks have reached their bottoms when yields are 4.5/5%. They are presently at 3.2/3.2%.
BUY
Price has dropped to a good level. 1st choice Bank of Nova Scotia, 2nd Royal and 3rd TD.
DON'T BUY
Not bullish on banks right now. Acquisition in US could dilute earnings.
BUY
Will be under pressure in the short term. Long term the top picks are TD, Royal and CIBC.
BUY
Likes.
DON'T BUY
Can't see any further upside for banks. Expecting interest rates to start rising.
DON'T BUY
Banks growth has slowed. Aspects some downside. Money will be starting to leave defensive positions and moving into growth.
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