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The Bank of Nova Scotia (BNS) Stock Price, Chart & Analysis
The Bank of Nova ScotiaBNS
Market Open$56.43
+$0.37+0.66%
BNS Market Indicators
Bullish
Market Sentiment
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The Bank of Nova Scotia (BNS)
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Is Bank Nova Scotia Halifax Pfd 3 (BNS) Stock a Buy in 2025?
NO
HOLD
Score: 58/100
No, BNS stock may not be the best buy in 2025 based on our comprehensive analysis.
Comprehensive analysis of whether BNS stock is a good investment in 2025, including growth drivers, valuation metrics, risk factors, and analyst recommendations.
Growth Drivers
- Moderate revenue growth of 5.4%
- Strong profit margins of 22.8%
- Financial Services sector momentum
Valuation Considerations
- Mid-large cap with growth potential
Risk Factors
- Financial Services sector cyclicality
Analyst Consensus
Buy Ratings:3
Hold Ratings:5
Sell Ratings:2
Avg. Price Target:$55.98
Upside Potential:-0.8%
Investment Summary
BNS presents a mixed investment profile for 2025. The company shows strong growth drivers including moderate revenue growth of 5.4%, though mid-large cap with growth potential.
Analyst sentiment is generally positive with 3 buy ratings vs 2 sell ratings.
Investors should weigh the growth potential against the identified risks, particularly financial services sector cyclicality, and consider their own risk tolerance and investment timeline.
Final Recommendation
HOLD
Recommendation Score
Overall Score:58/100
Hold
2030 Price Prediction
Predicted Price:$65.45
Potential Return:+16.0%
Key Factors
- Good revenue growth
- Some analyst support
- Moderate analyst consensus
- Mid-large cap stability
- Extremely high debt relative to market cap
- Debt-to-Market-Cap Ratio: 407.2% (Extremely High)
Investment Decision
Based on our comprehensive analysis of BNS's financial metrics, growth prospects, valuation, analyst sentiment, and risk factors, we recommend a HOLD. This recommendation considers the company's current fundamentals, market position, and future growth potential while accounting for identified risks and market conditions.
bns Stock Price Prediction 2030
Predicted 2030 Price
$65.45
+16.0%from current price
Based on revenue growth analysis and market trends, bns stock is projected to reach $65.45 by 2030, representing a 16.0% increase from the current price of $56.43.
Current Price
$56.43
Revenue Growth
4.3%
Analyst Target
$55.98
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Company Profile
The Bank of Nova Scotia
Financial Services
Banks - Diversified
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 ...
Employees
86,746
Market Cap
$70.47B