The Bank of Nova Scotia
BNSFinancial ServicesNASDAQBanks - Diversified · Last scanned Jun 3, 2026
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Daily timeframePart of the financial services sector, The Bank of Nova Scotia (BNS) is listed under Banks - Diversified. At a $98.87B market cap, The Bank of Nova Scotia ranks as a large-cap company within financial services. It operates through Canadian Banking, International Banking, Global Wealth Management, and Global Banking and Markets segments.
Market Cap
$98.87B
Beta
1.22
P/E (TTM)
15.33
P/E (Fwd)
12.02
EPS (TTM)
$5.26
EPS (Fwd)
$6.69
ROE
11.0%
ROA
0.7%
Cash
$531.16B
Total Debt
$349.91B
Free CF
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52W Change
50.9%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
The balance sheet looks solid with $531.16B in cash comfortably exceeding the $349.91B debt load. A net cash position generally provides financial flexibility during uncertain economic periods. Return on equity stands at 11.0%, which is decent for the sector. ROE measures how effectively a company uses shareholder capital to generate profits. ROA of 0.7% is on the lower side, which is common in asset-heavy industries. Revenue has been uneven over recent years, ranging from $31.51B to $37.10B.
As with any equity investment, BNS carries market risk, sector-specific risk, and company-specific risk that investors should evaluate in the context of their own portfolios. It is important to consider these factors alongside broader market conditions and individual financial goals when reviewing BNS.