Bank Of Nova Scotia (TSE:BNS)
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BNS Stock Chart & Stats
C$104.92
-C$0.22(-0.29%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
C$104.92
-C$0.22(-0.29%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week RangeC$73.40 - C$114.42
Previous CloseN/A
Volume2.30M
Average Volume (3M)3.34M
Market Cap
C$140.34B
Enterprise ValueC$375.08B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)C$9.10B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)C$286.37B
Price to Earnings (P/E)14.7
Beta0.70
Next Earnings
Aug 25, 2026EPS Estimate
2.08Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield4.32%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)7.29
Shares Outstanding1,232,534,000
10 Day Avg. Volume3,196,388
30 Day Avg. Volume3,337,739
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-8.73
Price to Book (P/B)1.32
Price to Sales (P/S)1.56
P/FCF Ratio11.28
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
C$113.89Price Target Upside8.55% Upside
Rating ConsensusHold
Number of Analyst Covering10
EPS Forecast (FY)8.29
Revenue Forecast (FY)C$39.84B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Strong Cash GenerationFree cash flow roughly matching net income indicates durable internal funding for dividends, buybacks and strategic tech investments. Strong cash conversion supports capital returns and reinvestment capacity over the next several quarters while providing a buffer versus cyclical earnings swings.
Cross-sell And Multiproduct GrowthAn 18% rise in closed referrals and Mortgage+ multiproduct uptake increase customer primacy, lowering acquisition cost and boosting fee and deposit stickiness. This structural improvement raises lifetime value and supports more stable revenue and margins across retail and wealth channels.
Solid Capital Position And Funding ProgressA 13.2% CET1 after buybacks plus lower wholesale funding indicates stronger loss-absorbing capacity and less refinancing risk. That structural capital and funding improvement preserves underwriting capacity and supports shareholder distributions while enabling strategic investments.
Bears Say
High LeverageSustained leverage near 2.9x equity raises sensitivity to credit and funding shocks, constraining capital flexibility. Elevated leverage can amplify downturn losses and limit capacity for aggressive loss absorption or rapid balance-sheet expansion over the medium term.
Elevated Credit ProvisionsA $4.7B provision and rising impaired PCLs in retail portfolios signal persistent credit pressure. Higher ongoing provisions reduce earnings power and require sustained net interest and fee growth to offset, weighing on capital and profitability across multiple quarters.
Uneven Revenue And Margin TrendsTTM revenue declines and a 9% drop in Canadian Banking earnings point to inconsistent top-line momentum and margin volatility. Structural unevenness makes planning for sustained EPS and ROE targets harder and increases reliance on cost or capital actions to stabilize results.
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 C$73.40 and its highest was C$114.42 in the past 12 months.
What is Bank Of Nova Scotia’s market cap?
Bank Of Nova Scotia’s market cap is C$140.34B.
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 74 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 C$2.02 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of C$1.934 by C$0.086.
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 C$1.14 which represents an annual dividend yield of 4.32%. 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 2.08.
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 C$2.02 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of C$1.934. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 0.514%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Bank Of Nova Scotia?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in TSE:BNS
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Bank Of Nova Scotia Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Hold
Average Price Target:
C$113.89 (8.55% Upside)
C$113.89 (8.55% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
TSE:BNS Sentiment 70%
Sector Average ―
Sector Average ―
Crowd Wisdom
Very Positive
Last 7 Days ▲ 0.3%
Last 30 Days ▲ 10.4%
Last 30 Days ▲ 10.4%
News Sentiment
Neutral
Bullish news 59%
Bearish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
58.26%
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 multiple clear strengths: double-digit revenue growth, margin expansion, improved pretax pre-provision profit, strong segment-level ROEs (notably Canadian Banking, Wealth and GBM), solid CET1 capital and an active capital-deployment program. At the same time, credit-related headwinds were prominent — elevated impaired PCLs, higher allowances and increases in gross impaired loans, with stress concentrated in unsecured retail, certain COVID-era mortgage vintages and pockets of international consumer finance (Chile/Cencosud) along with some lumpy GBM files. Management reiterated guidance that impaired PCLs are expected to be elevated in the near term but trend lower later in the year and emphasized continued investments in AI and client-facing capabilities. Overall the operational momentum and financial performance outweigh the credit and deposit mix challenges in this quarter, but credit remains a watch area for the remainder of the year.View all TSE:BNS earnings summariesBNS Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
C$113.89
▲(8.55% Upside)
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