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The Bank of Nova Scotia (BNS:CA) Presents at Scotiabank's 27th Annual Financials Summit Transcript
Bank of Nova Scotia isn't a household name in the U.S., but this Canadian bank has an incredible dividend story to tell.
Bank of Nova Scotia reported robust Q3 results, mostly driven by favourable banking conditions. The bank's CET1 Ratio and Balance sheet metrics seem stable. Despite the favourable results, I acknowledge the ADR's cyclical performance and have thus decided to stay neutral until valuations cool down.
Scotiabank grew earnings per share 21% last quarter. BMO grew 22%. Both used the word "record." Neither was exaggerating. Scotiabank grew capital markets 37% and wealth 23%. BMO grew capital markets 45% and wealth 22%. Scotiabank raised provisions 3.7% to $1.079 billion. BMO cut provisions 9% to $722 million.
Scotiabank stock price continued its strong bull run this week, reaching an all-time high. BNS has jumped 30% this year and 68% over the past 12 months, outpacing the SPDR S&P Bank ETF (KBE), which has risen just 16% this year.
Canadian banks are not being harmed by the effects of new U.S. tariffs that impact some of their customers, and the banks may even find new opportunities, Reuters reported Tuesday (Aug. 25). Bank of Montreal (BMO) and Bank of Nova Scotia (Scotiabank) reported earnings Tuesday that beat quarterly profit estimates, according to the report.
The Bank of Nova Scotia (BNS:CA) Q3 2026 Earnings Call Transcript
Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS) reported record quarterly earnings, beating analyst estimates as its capital markets unit posted stronger-than-expected results amid elevated market volatility. Adjusted earnings per share came in at $2.28, ahead of the roughly $2.10 analysts had expected.