Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS) EPS (Basic): C$7.30 (TTM As of Apr. 2026)


TSX:BNS Bank of Nova Scotia TSX:BNS
68 GF Score
Price C$122.66
GF Value C$82.78
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 7 Warning Signs
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What is Bank of Nova Scotia EPS (Basic)?

Bank of Nova Scotia TSX:BNS -0.29% 68 EPS (Basic) is C$7.30 as of Apr. 2026. GuruFocus rates TSX:BNS with a GF Score™ of 68/100 and a GF Value™ of C$82.78 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review.

Bank of Nova Scotia's basic earnings per share (Basic EPS) for the three months ended in Apr. 2026 was C$2.01. Its basic earnings per share (Basic EPS) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 was C$7.30.

Bank of Nova Scotia's EPS (Diluted) for the three months ended in Apr. 2026 was C$2.00. Its EPS (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 was C$7.22.

Bank of Nova Scotia's EPS without NRI for the three months ended in Apr. 2026 was C$2.02. Its EPS without NRIearnings per share without non-recurring items for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 was 7.89.

During the past 12 months, Bank of Nova Scotia's average EPS without NRIGrowth Rate was 27.10% per year. During the past 3 years, the average EPS without NRI Growth Rate was -7.40% per year. During the past 5 years, the average EPS without NRI Growth Rate was 0.90% per year. During the past 10 years, the average EPS without NRI Growth Rate was 1.40% per year. Please click Growth Rate Calculation Example (GuruFocus) to see how GuruFocus calculates Wal-Mart Stores Inc (WMT)'s revenue growth rate. You can apply the same method to get the EPS without NRI Growth Rate using EPS without NRI data.

During the past 13 years, Bank of Nova Scotia's highest 3-Year average EPS without NRI Growth Rate was 24.00% per year. The lowest was -7.40% per year. And the median was 6.25% per year.

Bank of Nova Scotia  (TSX:BNS) EPS (Basic) Explanation

EPS is the single most important variable used by Wall Street in determining the earnings power of a company. But investors need to be aware that Earnings per Share can be easily manipulated by adjusting depreciation and amortization rate or non-recurring items. That's why GuruFocus lists EPS without NRI, which better reflects the company's underlying performance.

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Compared with Earnings per share, a company's cash flow is better indicator of the company's earnings power.

If a company's earnings per share is less than cash flow per share over long term, investors need to be cautious and find out why.

Bank of Nova Scotia EPS (Basic) Related Terms

Bank of Nova Scotia EPS (Basic) Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Bank of Nova Scotia's EPS (Basic) can be seen below:

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Bank of Nova Scotia EPS (Basic) Chart

Bank of Nova Scotia Annual Data
Trend Oct16 Oct17 Oct18 Oct19 Oct20 Oct21 Oct22 Oct23 Oct24 Oct25
EPS (Basic)
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Bank of Nova Scotia Quarterly Data
Jul21 Oct21 Jan22 Apr22 Jul22 Oct22 Jan23 Apr23 Jul23 Oct23 Jan24 Apr24 Jul24 Oct24 Jan25 Apr25 Jul25 Oct25 Jan26 Apr26
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Bank of Nova Scotia EPS (Basic) Calculation

EPS (Basic) is a rough measurement of the amount of a company's profit that can be allocated to one share of its stock. Basic earnings per share (EPS) do not factor in the dilutive effects on convertible securities.

Bank of Nova Scotia's Basic EPS for the fiscal year that ended in Oct. 2025 is calculated as

Basic EPS (A: Oct. 2025 )=(Net Income-Preferred Dividends)/Shares Outstanding (Basic Average)
=(7789-506)/1244.000
=5.85

Bank of Nova Scotia's Basic EPS for the quarter that ended in Apr. 2026 is calculated as

Basic EPS (Q: Apr. 2026 )=(Net Income-Preferred Dividends)/Shares Outstanding (Basic Average)
=(2595-127)/1230.000
=2.01

EPS (Basic) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was C$7.30

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about EPS (Basic) →
What does a EPS (Basic) of C$7.30 mean?
Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS) has a EPS (Basic) of C$7.30 as of Apr. 2026. Earnings per share (basic) equals net income divided by the standard, non-diluted average shares outstanding. View historical data on Bank of Nova Scotia and its competitors.
Is Bank of Nova Scotia's EPS (Basic) too high?
Bank of Nova Scotia's current EPS (Basic) is C$7.30. Overall, Bank of Nova Scotia has a GF Score™ of 68/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Bank of Nova Scotia's EPS (Basic) compare to JPM and BAC?
Bank of Nova Scotia's EPS (Basic) of C$7.30 can be compared against companies in the Banks industry. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good EPS (Basic) for a Banks company?
A good EPS (Basic) depends on the Banks industry context. However, EPS (Basic) should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high EPS (Basic) mean?
A high EPS (Basic) can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Earnings per share (basic) equals net income divided by the standard, non-diluted average shares outstanding. View historical data on Bank of Nova Scotia and its competitors. Bank of Nova Scotia's current EPS (Basic) is C$7.30. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Bank of Nova Scotia stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is C$82.78, compared to a current price of C$122.66 — trading 48.2% above its estimated fair value. The current EPS (Basic) is C$7.30. Bank of Nova Scotia's overall GF Score™ is 68/100 with 7 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EPS (Basic) calculated?
EPS (Basic) is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS), the current EPS (Basic) is C$7.30 as of Apr. 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Bank of Nova Scotia stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of C$122.66 is trading 48.2% above its estimated GF Value™ of C$82.78. GuruFocus considers Bank of Nova Scotia to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for TSX:BNS:

  • EPS (Basic): C$7.30
  • GF Value™: C$82.78 vs. price of C$122.66 (48.2% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 68/100 with 7 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the TSX:BNS stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

Bank of Nova Scotia Business Description

Address 1709 Hollis Street, Halifax, NS, CAN, B3J 1W1
Bank of Nova Scotia is a global financial-services provider with over CAD 1.5 trillion in assets as of the end of April 2026. It has four major business segments: Canadian banking, international banking, global wealth management, and global banking and markets. It offers a range of advice, products, and services, including personal and commercial banking, wealth management and private banking, corporate and investment banking, and capital markets. The bank's international operations span numerous countries and are more concentrated in Latin America.
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