The Bank of Nova Scotia
FAIR PRICE VALUATION
Updated daily
Model: DCF 50% · Relative 30% · Consensus 20%
MARKET PRICE
$77.04
FAIR PRICE
$53.63
MARGIN
$23.41
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FPI RATING
Stable earnings and revenue, but below-average fundamental quality and limited growth momentum.
Analytical data, not an investment recommendation. Updated daily.
How we calculate this ↗MARGIN OF SAFETY
A 20% margin of safety below fair value — the conservative entry level for risk-aware investors.
SAFETY MARGIN
20%
Below fair value
ENTRY LEVEL
$42.90
Fair price × 0.80
DISTANCE
44.3%
Price to entry level
At the current price of $77.04, BNS trades 44.3% above the conservative entry level of $42.90. This entry level represents a 20% margin of safety below the calculated fair price of $53.63 — a buffer that accounts for estimation uncertainty in the valuation model.
Margin of safety is a risk management concept, not an investment recommendation. The 20% threshold follows Benjamin Graham's value investing framework. Fair price and entry levels are model-based estimates updated daily. Learn more about Margin of Safety ↗
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METHODOLOGY
How we calculate BNS's fair price
The Bank of Nova Scotia's fair price of $53.63 is derived from a blended model that combines DCF analysis (50%), relative valuation against Financial Services peers using metrics like P/E and EV/EBITDA (30%), and analyst consensus (20%). At the current market price of $77.04, BNS trades 30.4% above its calculated fair value.
DCF MODEL · 50%
Discounted free cash flow analysis based on projected cash flows, discounted at a rate reflecting BNS's risk profile.
RELATIVE · 30%
Comparing BNS's valuation multiples against Financial Services peers to determine if the stock is over or undervalued relative to its industry.
ANALYST · 20%
Aggregated analyst price targets for BNS, weighted by recency and analyst accuracy.
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What is the fair price of BNS?+
Based on our blended model combining DCF analysis (50%), relative valuation against Financial Services peers (30%), and analyst consensus (20%), the fair price for The Bank of Nova Scotia is $53.63. At the current market price of $77.04, BNS trades 30.4% above its calculated fair value.
Is BNS overvalued or undervalued?+
The Bank of Nova Scotia is currently overvalued based on our valuation model. The stock trades at $77.04, which is 30.4% above the fair price of $53.63. The P/E ratio of 21.1x is a key metric in the valuation.
What is the margin of safety for BNS?+
With a 20% margin of safety applied to the fair price of $53.63, the conservative entry level for BNS is $42.90. At the current market price of $77.04, the stock trades 44.3% above this entry level. Margin of safety is a risk management concept from Benjamin Graham's value investing framework, not an investment recommendation.
How often is BNS's fair price updated?+
We update fair price calculations for BNS daily after market close. The current fair price of $53.63 incorporates the latest market data and sector multiples.
What factors affect BNS's fair price calculation?+
BNS's fair price of $53.63 is derived from DCF analysis (50% weight), relative valuation against Financial Services peers (30% weight), and analyst consensus (20% weight). Key metrics include P/E of 21.1x, ROE of 10.5%, and dividend yield of 4.15%.
Is BNS a good buy right now?+
At $77.04, BNS trades 30.4% above our fair value estimate of $53.63. The stock is currently overvalued. ROE stands at 10.5% (average). Fair Price Index provides valuation data — always do your own research before investing.
Does BNS pay dividends?+
BNS has a dividend yield of 4.15%.
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Fair Price Index is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. Fair value calculations are model-based estimates and may not reflect actual market conditions. Always conduct your own research before making investment decisions.