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Bank Of Nova Scotia (BNS)
NYSE:BNS
BNS Stock Chart & Stats
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$43.68 - $57.07
Previous Close$51.39
Volume1.34M
Average Volume (3M)1.57M
Market Cap
$60.80B
Enterprise Value$336.47B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)C$52.94B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)C$250.47B
Price to Earnings (P/E)13.1
Beta0.94
Next Earnings
May 27, 2025EPS Estimate
1.12Next Dividend Ex-Date
Apr 01, 2025Dividend Yield6.37%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)3.69
Shares Outstanding1,245,532,000
10 Day Avg. Volume1,784,998
30 Day Avg. Volume1,573,187
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio14.97
Price to Book (P/B)N/A
Price to Sales (P/S)3.02
Price to Cash Flow (P/CF)3.00
P/FCF Ratio1.50
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$55.47Price Target Upside13.81% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering9
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Bank Of Nova Scotia News
PremiumCompany Announcements
Bank of Nova Scotia Issues $1.75 Billion in Covered Bonds
PremiumCompany Announcements
Scotiabank Publishes Final Terms for €750M Senior Notes Issuance
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Bank of Nova Scotia Issues €750 Million Callable Notes
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Bank of Nova Scotia’s Earnings Call: Cautious Optimism Amidst Challenges---
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
DividendsThe company's peer-leading dividend yield is likely to attract income-focused investors.
EarningsScotiabank's adjusted cash EPS of $1.76 exceeded consensus expectations, showcasing strong earnings performance.
Financial PerformanceThe Global Banking and Markets division achieved a 37% year-over-year increase in adjusted pre-tax pre-provision profit, demonstrating robust financial performance.
Bears Say
Credit RiskHigher provisions for credit losses in Canadian and International Banking reflect increased caution regarding credit risk.
Loan GrowthThe bank's loan balance in International Banking declined by 2% year-over-year, indicating challenges in that segment.
Trade RisksThe firm's cautious stance on US tariffs and potential trade conflicts may negatively impact credit and loan growth.
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Ownership Overview
0.01% Insiders
3.39% Mutual Funds
12.24% Other Institutional Investors
73.19% Public Companies and
Individual Investors
BNS FAQ
What was Bank Of Nova Scotia’s price range in the past 12 months?
Bank Of Nova Scotia lowest stock price was $43.67 and its highest was $57.07 in the past 12 months.
What is Bank Of Nova Scotia’s market cap?
Bank Of Nova Scotia’s market cap is $60.80B.
When is Bank Of Nova Scotia’s upcoming earnings report date?
Bank Of Nova Scotia’s upcoming earnings report date is May 27, 2025 which is in 61 days.
How were Bank Of Nova Scotia’s earnings last quarter?
Bank Of Nova Scotia released its earnings results on Feb 25, 2025. The company reported $1.232 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $1.155 by $0.078.
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 $0.74 which represents an annual dividend yield of 6.37%. 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 1.12.
How many shares outstanding does Bank Of Nova Scotia have?
Bank Of Nova Scotia has 1,245,532,000 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 $1.232 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $1.155. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -1.521%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Bank Of Nova Scotia?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in BNS
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Bank Of Nova Scotia Stock Smart Score
Outperform
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
$55.47 (13.81% Upside)
$55.47 (13.81% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
BNS Sentiment 71%
Sector Average 66%
Sector Average 66%
Insider Transactions
Bought Shares
Worth $360.5K over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
Crowd Wisdom
Very Positive
Last 7 Days ▲ 1.6%
Last 30 Days ▲ 3.0%
Last 30 Days ▲ 3.0%
News Sentiment
Neutral
Bullish news 59%
Bearish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
2.86%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
8.34%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
-4.68%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Bank Of Nova Scotia
The Bank of Nova Scotia provides various banking products and services in Canada, the United States, Mexico, Peru, Chile, Colombia, the Caribbean and Central America, and internationally. It operates in four segments: Canadian Banking, International Banking, Global Wealth Management, and Global Banking and Markets. The company offers financial advice and solutions, and day-to-day banking products, including debit and credit cards, chequing and saving accounts, investments, mortgages, loans, and insurance to individuals; and business banking solutions comprising lending, deposit, cash management, and trade finance solutions to small, medium, and large businesses, including automotive financing solutions to dealers and their customers. It also provides wealth management advice and solutions, including online brokerage, mobile investment, full-service brokerage, trust, private banking, and private investment counsel services; and retail mutual funds, exchange traded funds, liquid alternative funds, and institutional funds. In addition, the company offers international banking services for retail, corporate, and commercial customers; and lending and transaction, investment banking advisory, and capital markets access services to corporate customers. Further, it provides online, mobile, and telephone banking services. The company operates a network of 954 branches and approximately 3,766 automated banking machines in Canada; and approximately 1,300 branches and a network of contact and support center internationally. The Bank of Nova Scotia was founded in 1832 and is headquartered in Halifax, Canada.
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BNS Company Deck
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BNS Earnings Call
Q1 2025
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Earnings Call Sentiment|Neutral
The earnings call presented a mix of strong financial performance and strategic advancements, particularly in Global Wealth Management and Global Banking and Markets. However, it was tempered by elevated credit loss provisions, uncertainties due to potential tariffs, and challenges in Canadian Banking earnings. Despite these challenges, the overall tone was cautiously optimistic about managing through uncertainties and focusing on strategic growth.Read More>---
BNS Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$55.47
▲(13.81% Upside)
Technical Analysis
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Best Analysts Covering BNS
1 Year
1 Year Success Rate
13/20 ratings generated profit
1 Year Average Return
+15.16%
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