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Bank Of Nova Scotia (TSE:BNS)
:BNS
BNS Stock Chart & Stats
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week RangeC$60.68 - C$80.14
Previous CloseN/A
Volume2.30M
Average Volume (3M)4.80M
Market Cap
C$85.14B
Enterprise ValueC$336.47B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)C$39.53B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)C$5.94B
Price to Earnings (P/E)13.5
Beta1.08
Next Earnings
May 27, 2025EPS Estimate
1.59Next Dividend Ex-Date
Apr 01, 2025Dividend Yield6.45%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)5.06
Shares Outstanding1,245,532,000
10 Day Avg. Volume5,974,692
30 Day Avg. Volume4,799,242
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio7.01
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
C$79.22Price Target Upside15.89% 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
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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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Options Prices
Currently, No data available
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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 C$60.68 and its highest was C$80.14 in the past 12 months.
What is Bank Of Nova Scotia’s market cap?
Bank Of Nova Scotia’s market cap is C$85.14B.
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 57 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 C$1.76 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of C$1.649 by C$0.111.
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$1.059 which represents an annual dividend yield of 6.45%. 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 1.59.
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 C$1.76 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of C$1.649. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -1.149%.
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
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
C$79.22 (15.89% Upside)
C$79.22 (15.89% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
TSE:BNS Sentiment 70%
Sector Average 66%
Sector Average 66%
Insider Transactions
Bought Shares
Worth $359.8K over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
Crowd Wisdom
Very Positive
Last 7 Days ▼ 1.8%
Last 30 Days ▲ 6.3%
Last 30 Days ▲ 6.3%
News Sentiment
Neutral
Bullish news 59%
Bearish news 100%
Bearish news 100%
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-2.05%
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, commonly referred to as Scotiabank, is one of Canada's leading multinational financial institutions. Established in 1832, it operates in various sectors including personal and commercial banking, wealth management, and corporate and investment banking. Scotiabank offers a diverse array of financial products and services to individuals, businesses, and institutions across its international network, which spans over 30 countries.
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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
C$79.22
▲(15.89% 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
+14.97%
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