Bank of Nova Scotia (BNS)
Bank of Nova Scotia is a Canadian company that trades in two places. This page shows the NYSE-listed shares in USD. It also trades on the Toronto Stock Exchange as BNS, priced in CAD — that price is different, and Trader Club does not provide TSX data. For the Canadian listing, check your broker or the TSX directly.
Price history
Overview
Bank of Nova Scotia (BNS) is a state commercial banks company that trades on the NYSE. It has a market value of about $114.46B and roughly 79,740 employees. The stock last closed at $94.07, +0.56% on the day, within a 52-week range of $62.98 to $95.34.
Where BNS sits in its 52-week range
Context for how far the stock has moved over the past year — not a signal about where it goes next.
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Latest news moving BNS
- Canadian Banc Corp. Monthly Dividend Declaration for Class A & Preferred ShareGlobeNewswire Inc. · 2026-09-18 read →
- North American Financial 15 Split Corp. Monthly Dividend Declaration for Class A & Preferred ShareGlobeNewswire Inc. · 2026-09-18 read →
- Financial 15 Split Corp. Monthly Dividend Declaration for Class A & Preferred ShareGlobeNewswire Inc. · 2026-09-18 read →
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What is Bank of Nova Scotia?
Bank of Nova Scotia is a global financial-services provider with over CAD 1.5 trillion in assets as of the end of July 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.
Company profile
Dividend
Bank of Nova Scotia pays a dividend quarterly. Its most recent was $1.14 per share (ex-date 2026-10-06). Recent payments:
- $1.14 per share · ex-date 2026-10-06
- $1.14 per share · ex-date 2026-07-07
- $1.10 per share · ex-date 2026-04-07
See the full dividend calendar.
BNS — frequently asked
What is the BNS stock price today?
Bank of Nova Scotia (BNS) last closed at $94.07 USD, +0.56% on the day. Prices on this page are end-of-day and may be delayed.
Is this the TSX price for BNS?
No. This page shows the US-listed shares of Bank of Nova Scotia in US dollars. The company also trades on the Toronto Stock Exchange as BNS in Canadian dollars, at a different price. Trader Club does not provide TSX data — check your broker for the Canadian listing.
Why does the BNS price here differ from my Canadian broker?
Two reasons: this is the US listing rather than the TSX listing, and it is quoted in US dollars rather than Canadian dollars. The USD/CAD exchange rate alone makes the two numbers differ, even though it is the same company.
What is Bank of Nova Scotia's market cap?
About $114.46B, based on its share price and shares outstanding.
Does Bank of Nova Scotia pay a dividend?
Yes — Bank of Nova Scotia pays a dividend quarterly; its most recent was $1.14 per share.
What exchange is BNS listed on?
Bank of Nova Scotia trades on the NYSE.
What is BNS's 52-week range?
Over the past year, BNS has traded between $62.98 and $95.34.
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