Bank Of Nova Scotia (BNS)
NYSE:BNS
BNS Stock Chart & Stats
$76.56
-$0.32(-0.62%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$76.56
-$0.32(-0.62%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$53.74 - $87.80
Previous Close$51.39
Volume1.34M
Average Volume (3M)2.29M
Market Cap
$107.54B
Enterprise Value$426.66B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$9.10B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$286.37B
Price to Earnings (P/E)15.8
Beta0.50
Next Earnings
Aug 25, 2026EPS Estimate
1.47Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield4.17%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)7.29
Shares Outstanding1,232,534,000
10 Day Avg. Volume2,287,353
30 Day Avg. Volume2,285,091
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-9.36
Price to Book (P/B)1.32
Price to Sales (P/S)1.56
P/FCF Ratio11.28
Enterprise Value/Market Cap3.97
Enterprise Value/Revenue6.99
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit12.71
Enterprise Value/Ebitda31.09
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$80.52Price Target Upside5.17% Upside
Rating ConsensusHold
Number of Analyst Covering10
EPS Forecast (FY)5.93
Revenue Forecast (FY)$28.47B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Capital Strength & Shareholder ReturnsA CET1 ratio of 13.3% plus active buybacks and a dividend hike indicate a durable capital buffer and disciplined capital allocation. This supports continued shareholder returns while preserving regulatory headroom and funding optionality, strengthening long-term investor confidence.
Diversified Fee And International FranchiseStrong Wealth net flows and elevated ROE demonstrate durable, fee-based earnings less correlated with interest cycles. Coupled with international retail strength (notably Mexico), the multi-vertical footprint lowers revenue concentration risk and supports more stable long-term fee generation.
Strong Cash Generation And ProfitabilityRobust operating cash flow and rising pretax pre-provision earnings indicate persistent cash conversion capacity. Reliable cash generation funds investments, dividends and buybacks, and provides a buffer for cyclical stress, underpinning long-term financial flexibility.
Bears Say
Elevated Credit ProvisionsSustained elevated impaired provisions and a larger allowance reflect real credit stress and concentration risk. Persistently higher PCLs reduce reserve-adjusted earnings power and can consume capital over time, increasing sensitivity to slower macro or sector-specific recoveries.
High Financial LeverageLeverage near 2.9x equity increases sensitivity to credit losses and funding shocks and constrains strategic flexibility. Elevated leverage limits capacity for organic loan growth or large loss absorption without tapping capital markets or curtailing returns, a structural balance-sheet constraint.
Deposit Competition And Term ContractionStructural deposit outflows and competition force reliance on higher-cost or wholesale funding, pressuring net interest margins and liquidity over the medium term. While retail GIC retention remains high, persistent term contraction raises funding and margin durability concerns.
Bank Of Nova Scotia News
BNS FAQ
What was Bank Of Nova Scotia’s price range in the past 12 months?
Bank Of Nova Scotia lowest stock price was $53.73 and its highest was $87.80 in the past 12 months.
What is Bank Of Nova Scotia’s market cap?
Bank Of Nova Scotia’s market cap is $107.54B.
When is Bank Of Nova Scotia’s upcoming earnings report date?
Bank Of Nova Scotia’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 25, 2026 which is in 65 days.
How were Bank Of Nova Scotia’s earnings last quarter?
Bank Of Nova Scotia released its earnings results on May 27, 2026. The company reported $1.427 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $1.367 by $0.061.
Is Bank Of Nova Scotia overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Bank Of Nova Scotia’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Bank Of Nova Scotia pay dividends?
Bank Of Nova Scotia pays a Quarterly dividend of $0.806 which represents an annual dividend yield of 4.17%. See more information on Bank Of Nova Scotia dividends here
What is Bank Of Nova Scotia’s EPS estimate?
Bank Of Nova Scotia’s EPS estimate is 1.47.
How many shares outstanding does Bank Of Nova Scotia have?
Bank Of Nova Scotia has 1,232,534,000 shares outstanding.
What happened to Bank Of Nova Scotia’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Bank Of Nova Scotia reported an EPS of $1.427 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $1.367. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 0.348%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Bank Of Nova Scotia?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in BNS
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology
Bank Of Nova Scotia Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Hold
Average Price Target:
$80.52 (5.17% Upside)
$80.52 (5.17% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
BNS Sentiment 70%
Sector Average ―
Sector Average ―
Crowd Wisdom
Very Positive
Last 7 Days ▼ 0.4%
Last 30 Days ▲ 5.3%
Last 30 Days ▲ 5.3%
News Sentiment
Very Bullish
Bullish news 100%
Bearish news 0%
Bearish news 0%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
68.29%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
11.06%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
9.09%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Bank Of Nova Scotia
The Bank of Nova Scotia, commonly known as Scotiabank, is a prominent global financial institution offering a comprehensive suite of banking and financial services. Its operations span across Canada, the United States, Mexico, Peru, Chile, Colombia, the Caribbean, Central America, and other international markets. The company is structured into four primary business lines: Canadian Banking, International Banking, Global Wealth Management, and Global Banking and Markets. For individual clients, Scotiabank provides financial guidance and day-to-day banking necessities, including checking and savings accounts, debit and credit cards, investment products, mortgage lending, personal loans, and insurance solutions. For businesses of all sizes – from small enterprises to large corporations – it offers commercial banking solutions such as lending, deposit services, cash management, and trade finance. This also extends to specialized automotive financing for dealers and their customers. The Global Wealth Management division delivers expert advice and a range of solutions, encompassing online and mobile brokerage platforms, full-service brokerage, trust services, private banking, and bespoke private investment counsel. This segment also manages various investment vehicles, including retail mutual funds, exchange-traded funds (ETFs), liquid alternative funds, and institutional funds. Beyond its domestic Canadian operations, the bank's international division caters to the retail, corporate, and commercial banking needs of its global clientele. Corporate customers specifically benefit from lending and transaction services, investment banking advisory, and access to capital markets. Clients can also access banking services through digital channels, including online, mobile, and telephone banking. Scotiabank maintains a substantial physical presence, with 954 branches and approximately 3,766 automated teller machines (ATMs) across Canada. Internationally, it operates around 1,300 branches, complemented by a network of contact and support centers. Founded in 1832, The Bank of Nova Scotia's headquarters are located in Halifax, Canada.
BNS Company Deck
BNS Earnings Call
Q2 2026
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Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call presented a strong operational and financial performance: solid earnings, revenue and margin expansion, good capital ratios, sizable shareholder returns and clear strategic momentum across Canadian Banking, Wealth, International (notably Mexico) and Capital Markets, plus deliberate AI and tech investments. However, the positive picture is tempered by elevated credit provisions driven by a concentrated corporate impairment in International Banking, modest pressure on deposits (term contraction) and higher expense/investment levels. Management expects provisions to moderate but at a more gradual pace than previously guided. Overall, the positive business momentum and capital strength outweigh the near-term credit and deposit headwinds.View all BNS earnings summariesBNS Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$80.52
▲(5.17% Upside)
Technical Analysis
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Ownership Overview
0.01% Insiders
3.99% Mutual Funds
11.01% Other Institutional Investors
71.14% Public Companies and
Individual Investors