Does the media refer more to BNS or RY?

In the previous week, Bank of Nova Scotia had 4 more articles in the media than Royal Bank of Canada. MarketBeat recorded 9 mentions for Bank of Nova Scotia and 5 mentions for Royal Bank of Canada. Bank of Nova Scotia's average media sentiment score of 0.67 beat Royal Bank of Canada's score of 0.43 indicating that Bank of Nova Scotia is being referred to more favorably in the media. Company Very Positive Positive Neutral Negative Very Negative Overall Sentiment Bank of Nova Scotia 3 Very Positive mention(s) 4 Positive mention(s) 2 Neutral mention(s) 0 Negative mention(s) 0 Very Negative mention(s) Positive Royal Bank of Canada 3 Very Positive mention(s) 0 Positive mention(s) 2 Neutral mention(s) 0 Negative mention(s) 0 Very Negative mention(s) Neutral

Does the media prefer BNS or TD?

In the previous week, Bank of Nova Scotia had 5 more articles in the media than Toronto-Dominion Bank. MarketBeat recorded 9 mentions for Bank of Nova Scotia and 4 mentions for Toronto-Dominion Bank. Bank of Nova Scotia's average media sentiment score of 0.67 beat Toronto-Dominion Bank's score of 0.64 indicating that Bank of Nova Scotia is being referred to more favorably in the media. Company Very Positive Positive Neutral Negative Very Negative Overall Sentiment Bank of Nova Scotia 3 Very Positive mention(s) 4 Positive mention(s) 2 Neutral mention(s) 0 Negative mention(s) 0 Very Negative mention(s) Positive Toronto-Dominion Bank 1 Very Positive mention(s) 2 Positive mention(s) 1 Neutral mention(s) 0 Negative mention(s) 0 Very Negative mention(s) Positive

Which has preferable earnings and valuation, BNS or BMO?

Bank of Nova Scotia has higher revenue and earnings than Bank of Montreal. Bank of Nova Scotia is trading at a lower price-to-earnings ratio than Bank of Montreal, indicating that it is currently the more affordable of the two stocks. Company Gross Revenue Price/Sales Ratio Net Income Earnings Per Share Price/Earnings Ratio Bank of Nova Scotia C$39.39B 4.07 C$7.73B C$7.65 17.21 Bank of Montreal C$38.50B 4.47 C$7.28B C$12.27 19.91

Does the media prefer BNS or BMO?

In the previous week, Bank of Nova Scotia had 5 more articles in the media than Bank of Montreal. MarketBeat recorded 9 mentions for Bank of Nova Scotia and 4 mentions for Bank of Montreal. Bank of Montreal's average media sentiment score of 0.69 beat Bank of Nova Scotia's score of 0.67 indicating that Bank of Montreal is being referred to more favorably in the news media. Company Very Positive Positive Neutral Negative Very Negative Overall Sentiment Bank of Nova Scotia 3 Very Positive mention(s) 4 Positive mention(s) 2 Neutral mention(s) 0 Negative mention(s) 0 Very Negative mention(s) Positive Bank of Montreal 2 Very Positive mention(s) 2 Positive mention(s) 0 Neutral mention(s) 0 Negative mention(s) 0 Very Negative mention(s) Positive

Does the media favor BNS or NA?

In the previous week, Bank of Nova Scotia had 4 more articles in the media than National Bank of Canada. MarketBeat recorded 9 mentions for Bank of Nova Scotia and 5 mentions for National Bank of Canada. Bank of Nova Scotia's average media sentiment score of 0.67 beat National Bank of Canada's score of 0.35 indicating that Bank of Nova Scotia is being referred to more favorably in the media. Company Very Positive Positive Neutral Negative Very Negative Overall Sentiment Bank of Nova Scotia 3 Very Positive mention(s) 4 Positive mention(s) 2 Neutral mention(s) 0 Negative mention(s) 0 Very Negative mention(s) Positive National Bank of Canada 1 Very Positive mention(s) 1 Positive mention(s) 2 Neutral mention(s) 0 Negative mention(s) 0 Very Negative mention(s) Neutral

Bank of Nova Scotia (BNS) Competitors

C$131.63 -0.03 (-0.02%)

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BNS vs. RY, TD, BMO, CM, and NA

Should you buy Bank of Nova Scotia stock or one of its competitors? Bank of Nova Scotia's main competitors and comparable companies include Royal Bank of Canada (RY), Toronto-Dominion Bank (TD), Bank of Montreal (BMO), Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (CM), and National Bank of Canada (NA). Companies are selected based on similarities in market, industry, and size. These companies are all part of the "diversified banks" industry.

How does Bank of Nova Scotia compare to Royal Bank of Canada?

Bank of Nova Scotia (TSE:BNS) and Royal Bank of Canada (TSE:RY) are both large-cap finance companies, but which is the superior business? We will compare the two companies based on the strength of their profitability, media sentiment, dividends, earnings, risk, analyst recommendations, valuation and institutional ownership.

Bank of Nova Scotia currently has a consensus price target of C$129.50, suggesting a potential downside of 1.62%. Royal Bank of Canada has a consensus price target of C$292.86, suggesting a potential upside of 2.96%. Given Royal Bank of Canada's stronger consensus rating and higher probable upside, analysts plainly believe Royal Bank of Canada is more favorable than Bank of Nova Scotia.

Company	Sell Ratings	Hold Ratings	Buy Ratings	Strong Buy Ratings	Rating Score
Bank of Nova Scotia	0 Sell rating(s)	7 Hold rating(s)	4 Buy rating(s)	1 Strong Buy rating(s)	2.50
Royal Bank of Canada	0 Sell rating(s)	4 Hold rating(s)	8 Buy rating(s)	1 Strong Buy rating(s)	2.77

Royal Bank of Canada has a net margin of 15.92% compared to Bank of Nova Scotia's net margin of 14.08%. Royal Bank of Canada's return on equity of 16.11% beat Bank of Nova Scotia's return on equity.

Company	Net Margins	Return on Equity	Return on Assets
Bank of Nova Scotia	14.08%	11.41%	0.55%
Royal Bank of Canada	15.92%	16.11%	0.80%

Bank of Nova Scotia pays an annual dividend of C$4.44 per share and has a dividend yield of 3.4%. Royal Bank of Canada pays an annual dividend of C$6.58 per share and has a dividend yield of 2.3%. Bank of Nova Scotia pays out 58.0% of its earnings in the form of a dividend. Royal Bank of Canada pays out 41.5% of its earnings in the form of a dividend. Both companies have healthy payout ratios and should be able to cover their dividend payments with earnings for the next several years.

Royal Bank of Canada has higher revenue and earnings than Bank of Nova Scotia. Bank of Nova Scotia is trading at a lower price-to-earnings ratio than Royal Bank of Canada, indicating that it is currently the more affordable of the two stocks.

Company	Gross Revenue	Price/Sales Ratio	Net Income	Earnings Per Share	Price/Earnings Ratio
Bank of Nova Scotia	C$39.39B	4.07	C$7.73B	C$7.65	17.21
Royal Bank of Canada	C$71.06B	5.54	C$16.24B	C$15.86	17.94

27.3% of Bank of Nova Scotia shares are held by institutional investors. Comparatively, 31.3% of Royal Bank of Canada shares are held by institutional investors. 0.0% of Bank of Nova Scotia shares are held by company insiders. Strong institutional ownership is an indication that large money managers, hedge funds and endowments believe a stock is poised for long-term growth.

In the previous week, Bank of Nova Scotia had 4 more articles in the media than Royal Bank of Canada. MarketBeat recorded 9 mentions for Bank of Nova Scotia and 5 mentions for Royal Bank of Canada. Bank of Nova Scotia's average media sentiment score of 0.67 beat Royal Bank of Canada's score of 0.43 indicating that Bank of Nova Scotia is being referred to more favorably in the media.

Company	Very Positive	Positive	Neutral	Negative	Very Negative	Overall Sentiment
Bank of Nova Scotia	3 Very Positive mention(s)	4 Positive mention(s)	2 Neutral mention(s)	0 Negative mention(s)	0 Very Negative mention(s)	Positive
Royal Bank of Canada	3 Very Positive mention(s)	0 Positive mention(s)	2 Neutral mention(s)	0 Negative mention(s)	0 Very Negative mention(s)	Neutral

Bank of Nova Scotia has a beta of 1.269387, suggesting that its stock price is 27% more volatile than the broader market. Comparatively, Royal Bank of Canada has a beta of 0.944579, suggesting that its stock price is 6% less volatile than the broader market.

Summary

Royal Bank of Canada beats Bank of Nova Scotia on 13 of the 18 factors compared between the two stocks.

How does Bank of Nova Scotia compare to Toronto-Dominion Bank?

Bank of Nova Scotia (TSE:BNS) and Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSE:TD) are both large-cap finance companies, but which is the superior business? We will compare the two businesses based on the strength of their valuation, analyst recommendations, institutional ownership, media sentiment, profitability, risk, earnings and dividends.

Bank of Nova Scotia presently has a consensus target price of C$129.50, indicating a potential downside of 1.62%. Toronto-Dominion Bank has a consensus target price of C$171.08, indicating a potential downside of 0.24%. Given Toronto-Dominion Bank's stronger consensus rating and higher probable upside, analysts clearly believe Toronto-Dominion Bank is more favorable than Bank of Nova Scotia.

Company	Sell Ratings	Hold Ratings	Buy Ratings	Strong Buy Ratings	Rating Score
Bank of Nova Scotia	0 Sell rating(s)	7 Hold rating(s)	4 Buy rating(s)	1 Strong Buy rating(s)	2.50
Toronto-Dominion Bank	1 Sell rating(s)	3 Hold rating(s)	7 Buy rating(s)	0 Strong Buy rating(s)	2.55

Toronto-Dominion Bank has a net margin of 14.36% compared to Bank of Nova Scotia's net margin of 14.08%. Toronto-Dominion Bank's return on equity of 12.83% beat Bank of Nova Scotia's return on equity.

Company	Net Margins	Return on Equity	Return on Assets
Bank of Nova Scotia	14.08%	11.41%	0.55%
Toronto-Dominion Bank	14.36%	12.83%	0.43%

Toronto-Dominion Bank has higher revenue and earnings than Bank of Nova Scotia. Bank of Nova Scotia is trading at a lower price-to-earnings ratio than Toronto-Dominion Bank, indicating that it is currently the more affordable of the two stocks.

Company	Gross Revenue	Price/Sales Ratio	Net Income	Earnings Per Share	Price/Earnings Ratio
Bank of Nova Scotia	C$39.39B	4.07	C$7.73B	C$7.65	17.21
Toronto-Dominion Bank	C$65.07B	4.32	C$8.88B	C$9.34	18.36

Bank of Nova Scotia pays an annual dividend of C$4.44 per share and has a dividend yield of 3.4%. Toronto-Dominion Bank pays an annual dividend of C$4.33 per share and has a dividend yield of 2.5%. Bank of Nova Scotia pays out 58.0% of its earnings in the form of a dividend. Toronto-Dominion Bank pays out 46.4% of its earnings in the form of a dividend. Both companies have healthy payout ratios and should be able to cover their dividend payments with earnings for the next several years.

Bank of Nova Scotia has a beta of 1.269387, suggesting that its share price is 27% more volatile than the broader market. Comparatively, Toronto-Dominion Bank has a beta of 0.811086, suggesting that its share price is 19% less volatile than the broader market.

In the previous week, Bank of Nova Scotia had 5 more articles in the media than Toronto-Dominion Bank. MarketBeat recorded 9 mentions for Bank of Nova Scotia and 4 mentions for Toronto-Dominion Bank. Bank of Nova Scotia's average media sentiment score of 0.67 beat Toronto-Dominion Bank's score of 0.64 indicating that Bank of Nova Scotia is being referred to more favorably in the media.

Company	Very Positive	Positive	Neutral	Negative	Very Negative	Overall Sentiment
Bank of Nova Scotia	3 Very Positive mention(s)	4 Positive mention(s)	2 Neutral mention(s)	0 Negative mention(s)	0 Very Negative mention(s)	Positive
Toronto-Dominion Bank	1 Very Positive mention(s)	2 Positive mention(s)	1 Neutral mention(s)	0 Negative mention(s)	0 Very Negative mention(s)	Positive

27.3% of Bank of Nova Scotia shares are owned by institutional investors. Comparatively, 33.2% of Toronto-Dominion Bank shares are owned by institutional investors. 0.0% of Bank of Nova Scotia shares are owned by insiders. Comparatively, 0.1% of Toronto-Dominion Bank shares are owned by insiders. Strong institutional ownership is an indication that large money managers, hedge funds and endowments believe a stock is poised for long-term growth.

Summary

Toronto-Dominion Bank beats Bank of Nova Scotia on 13 of the 19 factors compared between the two stocks.

How does Bank of Nova Scotia compare to Bank of Montreal?

Bank of Nova Scotia (TSE:BNS) and Bank of Montreal (TSE:BMO) are both large-cap finance companies, but which is the superior business? We will compare the two businesses based on the strength of their risk, valuation, profitability, media sentiment, analyst recommendations, earnings, institutional ownership and dividends.

Bank of Nova Scotia currently has a consensus target price of C$129.50, suggesting a potential downside of 1.62%. Bank of Montreal has a consensus target price of C$256.57, suggesting a potential upside of 5.02%. Given Bank of Montreal's higher possible upside, analysts clearly believe Bank of Montreal is more favorable than Bank of Nova Scotia.

Company	Sell Ratings	Hold Ratings	Buy Ratings	Strong Buy Ratings	Rating Score
Bank of Nova Scotia	0 Sell rating(s)	7 Hold rating(s)	4 Buy rating(s)	1 Strong Buy rating(s)	2.50
Bank of Montreal	1 Sell rating(s)	5 Hold rating(s)	7 Buy rating(s)	0 Strong Buy rating(s)	2.46

27.3% of Bank of Nova Scotia shares are owned by institutional investors. Comparatively, 31.0% of Bank of Montreal shares are owned by institutional investors. 0.0% of Bank of Nova Scotia shares are owned by company insiders. Comparatively, 0.0% of Bank of Montreal shares are owned by company insiders. Strong institutional ownership is an indication that large money managers, hedge funds and endowments believe a stock will outperform the market over the long term.

Bank of Nova Scotia has a net margin of 14.08% compared to Bank of Montreal's net margin of 11.75%. Bank of Nova Scotia's return on equity of 11.41% beat Bank of Montreal's return on equity.

Company	Net Margins	Return on Equity	Return on Assets
Bank of Nova Scotia	14.08%	11.41%	0.55%
Bank of Montreal	11.75%	10.58%	0.50%

In the previous week, Bank of Nova Scotia had 5 more articles in the media than Bank of Montreal. MarketBeat recorded 9 mentions for Bank of Nova Scotia and 4 mentions for Bank of Montreal. Bank of Montreal's average media sentiment score of 0.69 beat Bank of Nova Scotia's score of 0.67 indicating that Bank of Montreal is being referred to more favorably in the news media.

Company	Very Positive	Positive	Neutral	Negative	Very Negative	Overall Sentiment
Bank of Nova Scotia	3 Very Positive mention(s)	4 Positive mention(s)	2 Neutral mention(s)	0 Negative mention(s)	0 Very Negative mention(s)	Positive
Bank of Montreal	2 Very Positive mention(s)	2 Positive mention(s)	0 Neutral mention(s)	0 Negative mention(s)	0 Very Negative mention(s)	Positive

Bank of Nova Scotia has a beta of 1.269387, suggesting that its share price is 27% more volatile than the broader market. Comparatively, Bank of Montreal has a beta of 1.115564, suggesting that its share price is 12% more volatile than the broader market.

Bank of Nova Scotia pays an annual dividend of C$4.44 per share and has a dividend yield of 3.4%. Bank of Montreal pays an annual dividend of C$6.68 per share and has a dividend yield of 2.7%. Bank of Nova Scotia pays out 58.0% of its earnings in the form of a dividend. Bank of Montreal pays out 54.4% of its earnings in the form of a dividend. Both companies have healthy payout ratios and should be able to cover their dividend payments with earnings for the next several years.

Bank of Nova Scotia has higher revenue and earnings than Bank of Montreal. Bank of Nova Scotia is trading at a lower price-to-earnings ratio than Bank of Montreal, indicating that it is currently the more affordable of the two stocks.

Company	Gross Revenue	Price/Sales Ratio	Net Income	Earnings Per Share	Price/Earnings Ratio
Bank of Nova Scotia	C$39.39B	4.07	C$7.73B	C$7.65	17.21
Bank of Montreal	C$38.50B	4.47	C$7.28B	C$12.27	19.91

Summary

Bank of Nova Scotia beats Bank of Montreal on 10 of the 18 factors compared between the two stocks.

How does Bank of Nova Scotia compare to Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce?

Bank of Nova Scotia (TSE:BNS) and Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSE:CM) are both large-cap finance companies, but which is the superior investment? We will compare the two companies based on the strength of their dividends, valuation, institutional ownership, risk, profitability, earnings, media sentiment and analyst recommendations.

In the previous week, Bank of Nova Scotia had 8 more articles in the media than Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce. MarketBeat recorded 9 mentions for Bank of Nova Scotia and 1 mentions for Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce. Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce's average media sentiment score of 0.78 beat Bank of Nova Scotia's score of 0.67 indicating that Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce is being referred to more favorably in the news media.

Company	Overall Sentiment
Bank of Nova Scotia	Positive
Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce	Positive

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce has a net margin of 16.13% compared to Bank of Nova Scotia's net margin of 14.08%. Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce's return on equity of 15.44% beat Bank of Nova Scotia's return on equity.

Company	Net Margins	Return on Equity	Return on Assets
Bank of Nova Scotia	14.08%	11.41%	0.55%
Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce	16.13%	15.44%	0.69%

27.3% of Bank of Nova Scotia shares are held by institutional investors. Comparatively, 29.9% of Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce shares are held by institutional investors. 0.0% of Bank of Nova Scotia shares are held by insiders. Comparatively, 0.0% of Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce shares are held by insiders. Strong institutional ownership is an indication that large money managers, hedge funds and endowments believe a company is poised for long-term growth.

Bank of Nova Scotia presently has a consensus price target of C$129.50, indicating a potential downside of 1.62%. Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce has a consensus price target of C$167.79, indicating a potential upside of 4.20%. Given Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce's higher possible upside, analysts plainly believe Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce is more favorable than Bank of Nova Scotia.

Company	Sell Ratings	Hold Ratings	Buy Ratings	Strong Buy Ratings	Rating Score
Bank of Nova Scotia	0 Sell rating(s)	7 Hold rating(s)	4 Buy rating(s)	1 Strong Buy rating(s)	2.50
Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce	0 Sell rating(s)	7 Hold rating(s)	5 Buy rating(s)	0 Strong Buy rating(s)	2.42

Bank of Nova Scotia has higher revenue and earnings than Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce. Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce is trading at a lower price-to-earnings ratio than Bank of Nova Scotia, indicating that it is currently the more affordable of the two stocks.

Company	Gross Revenue	Price/Sales Ratio	Net Income	Earnings Per Share	Price/Earnings Ratio
Bank of Nova Scotia	C$39.39B	4.07	C$7.73B	C$7.65	17.21
Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce	C$32.17B	4.55	C$7.07B	C$10.42	15.45

Bank of Nova Scotia has a beta of 1.269387, indicating that its stock price is 27% more volatile than the broader market. Comparatively, Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce has a beta of 1.258994, indicating that its stock price is 26% more volatile than the broader market.

Bank of Nova Scotia pays an annual dividend of C$4.44 per share and has a dividend yield of 3.4%. Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce pays an annual dividend of C$4.18 per share and has a dividend yield of 2.6%. Bank of Nova Scotia pays out 58.0% of its earnings in the form of a dividend. Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce pays out 40.1% of its earnings in the form of a dividend. Both companies have healthy payout ratios and should be able to cover their dividend payments with earnings for the next several years.

Summary

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce beats Bank of Nova Scotia on 10 of the 19 factors compared between the two stocks.

How does Bank of Nova Scotia compare to National Bank of Canada?

Bank of Nova Scotia (TSE:BNS) and National Bank of Canada (TSE:NA) are both large-cap finance companies, but which is the better stock? We will compare the two businesses based on the strength of their risk, media sentiment, profitability, institutional ownership, dividends, earnings, analyst recommendations and valuation.

In the previous week, Bank of Nova Scotia had 4 more articles in the media than National Bank of Canada. MarketBeat recorded 9 mentions for Bank of Nova Scotia and 5 mentions for National Bank of Canada. Bank of Nova Scotia's average media sentiment score of 0.67 beat National Bank of Canada's score of 0.35 indicating that Bank of Nova Scotia is being referred to more favorably in the media.

Company	Very Positive	Positive	Neutral	Negative	Very Negative	Overall Sentiment
Bank of Nova Scotia	3 Very Positive mention(s)	4 Positive mention(s)	2 Neutral mention(s)	0 Negative mention(s)	0 Very Negative mention(s)	Positive
National Bank of Canada	1 Very Positive mention(s)	1 Positive mention(s)	2 Neutral mention(s)	0 Negative mention(s)	0 Very Negative mention(s)	Neutral

National Bank of Canada has a net margin of 14.92% compared to Bank of Nova Scotia's net margin of 14.08%. National Bank of Canada's return on equity of 14.36% beat Bank of Nova Scotia's return on equity.

Company	Net Margins	Return on Equity	Return on Assets
Bank of Nova Scotia	14.08%	11.41%	0.55%
National Bank of Canada	14.92%	14.36%	0.83%

Bank of Nova Scotia pays an annual dividend of C$4.44 per share and has a dividend yield of 3.4%. National Bank of Canada pays an annual dividend of C$4.98 per share and has a dividend yield of 2.3%. Bank of Nova Scotia pays out 58.0% of its earnings in the form of a dividend. National Bank of Canada pays out 41.6% of its earnings in the form of a dividend. Both companies have healthy payout ratios and should be able to cover their dividend payments with earnings for the next several years.

27.3% of Bank of Nova Scotia shares are held by institutional investors. Comparatively, 36.1% of National Bank of Canada shares are held by institutional investors. 0.0% of Bank of Nova Scotia shares are held by company insiders. Comparatively, 0.2% of National Bank of Canada shares are held by company insiders. Strong institutional ownership is an indication that large money managers, hedge funds and endowments believe a company is poised for long-term growth.

Bank of Nova Scotia has a beta of 1.269387, suggesting that its share price is 27% more volatile than the broader market. Comparatively, National Bank of Canada has a beta of 1.208867, suggesting that its share price is 21% more volatile than the broader market.

Bank of Nova Scotia currently has a consensus target price of C$129.50, indicating a potential downside of 1.62%. National Bank of Canada has a consensus target price of C$218.50, indicating a potential upside of 2.54%. Given National Bank of Canada's higher possible upside, analysts clearly believe National Bank of Canada is more favorable than Bank of Nova Scotia.

Company	Sell Ratings	Hold Ratings	Buy Ratings	Strong Buy Ratings	Rating Score
Bank of Nova Scotia	0 Sell rating(s)	7 Hold rating(s)	4 Buy rating(s)	1 Strong Buy rating(s)	2.50
National Bank of Canada	0 Sell rating(s)	8 Hold rating(s)	3 Buy rating(s)	0 Strong Buy rating(s)	2.27

Bank of Nova Scotia has higher revenue and earnings than National Bank of Canada. Bank of Nova Scotia is trading at a lower price-to-earnings ratio than National Bank of Canada, indicating that it is currently the more affordable of the two stocks.

Company	Gross Revenue	Price/Sales Ratio	Net Income	Earnings Per Share	Price/Earnings Ratio
Bank of Nova Scotia	C$39.39B	4.07	C$7.73B	C$7.65	17.21
National Bank of Canada	C$15.53B	5.26	C$4.38B	C$11.96	17.82

Summary

National Bank of Canada beats Bank of Nova Scotia on 10 of the 19 factors compared between the two stocks.

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BNS vs. The Competition

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Metric	Bank of Nova Scotia	Banks Industry	Finance Sector	TSE Exchange
Market Cap	C$160.43B	C$23.71B	C$13.86B	C$12.65B
Dividend Yield	3.51%	3.06%	5.94%	6.28%
P/E Ratio	17.21	27.01	25.29	39.74
Price / Sales	4.07	9.38	501.58	9.46
Price / Cash	0.20	15.53	40.85	82.29
Price / Book	1.78	1.37	2.73	4.66
Net Income	C$7.73B	C$2.58B	C$1.31B	C$299.09M
7 Day Performance	1.54%	-0.72%	-0.62%	-0.19%
1 Month Performance	8.60%	0.48%	0.04%	-1.80%
1 Year Performance	46.91%	22.23%	8.84%	22.10%

Bank of Nova Scotia Competitors List

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Company	MarketRank	Share Price	Analysts' Price Target	1Y Price Performance	Market Cap	Revenue	P/E Ratio	Employee Count	Indicator(s)
BNS Bank of Nova Scotia	2.1835 of 5 stars	C$131.63 0.0%	C$129.50 -1.6%	+47.6%	C$160.43B	C$39.39B	17.21	81,734	High Trading Volume
RY Royal Bank of Canada	2.2877 of 5 stars	C$285.19 0.0%	C$292.86 +2.7%	+41.1%	C$394.83B	C$71.06B	17.98	101,269
TD Toronto-Dominion Bank	1.8012 of 5 stars	C$168.26 +0.3%	C$171.08 +1.7%	+58.5%	C$275.70B	C$65.07B	18.01	105,005
BMO Bank of Montreal	2.9546 of 5 stars	C$242.41 0.0%	C$256.57 +5.8%	+36.9%	C$168.50B	C$38.50B	19.76	53,234
CM Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce	2.28 of 5 stars	C$158.80 -0.1%	C$167.79 +5.7%	+45.1%	C$144.95B	C$32.17B	15.24	51,711	Dividend Announcement

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Bank of Nova Scotia (BNS) Competitors

BNS vs. RY, TD, BMO, CM, and NA

How does Bank of Nova Scotia compare to Royal Bank of Canada?

Do analysts rate BNS or RY?

Is BNS or RY more profitable?

Is BNS or RY a better dividend stock?

Which has higher valuation and earnings, BNS or RY?

Do insiders & institutionals have more ownership in BNS or RY?

Does the media refer more to BNS or RY?

Which has more risk and volatility, BNS or RY?

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How does Bank of Nova Scotia compare to Toronto-Dominion Bank?

Do analysts rate BNS or TD?

Is BNS or TD more profitable?

Which has higher valuation & earnings, BNS or TD?

Is BNS or TD a better dividend stock?

Which has more risk & volatility, BNS or TD?

Does the media prefer BNS or TD?

Do insiders & institutionals have more ownership in BNS or TD?

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How does Bank of Nova Scotia compare to Bank of Montreal?

Do analysts prefer BNS or BMO?

Do insiders & institutionals have more ownership in BNS or BMO?

Is BNS or BMO more profitable?

Does the media prefer BNS or BMO?

Which has more risk & volatility, BNS or BMO?

Is BNS or BMO a better dividend stock?

Which has preferable earnings and valuation, BNS or BMO?

Summary

How does Bank of Nova Scotia compare to Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce?

Does the media refer more to BNS or CM?

Is BNS or CM more profitable?

Do insiders & institutionals have more ownership in BNS or CM?

Do analysts prefer BNS or CM?

Which has higher valuation and earnings, BNS or CM?

Which has more volatility & risk, BNS or CM?

Is BNS or CM a better dividend stock?

Summary

How does Bank of Nova Scotia compare to National Bank of Canada?

Does the media favor BNS or NA?

Is BNS or NA more profitable?

Is BNS or NA a better dividend stock?

Do institutionals & insiders have more ownership in BNS or NA?

Which has more volatility and risk, BNS or NA?

Do analysts rate BNS or NA?

Which has preferable valuation and earnings, BNS or NA?

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