Bank of Montreal
About: Bank of Montreal is a diversified financial-services provider based in North America, operating four business segments: Canadian personal and commercial banking, US P&C banking, wealth management, and capital markets. The bank's operations are primarily in Canada, with a material portion also in the US.
Employees: 53,597
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Funds holding %
of 7,390 funds
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Analysts bullish %
Fund manager confidence
Based on 2024 Q4 regulatory filings by fund managers ($100M+ AUM)
206% more first-time investments, than exits
New positions opened: 101 | Existing positions closed: 33
38% more repeat investments, than reductions
Existing positions increased: 186 | Existing positions reduced: 135
25% more funds holding in top 10
Funds holding in top 10: 20 [Q3] → 25 (+5) [Q4]
16% more capital invested
Capital invested by funds: $29.9B [Q3] → $34.5B (+$4.66B) [Q4]
13% more funds holding
Funds holding: 461 [Q3] → 522 (+61) [Q4]
3.62% more ownership
Funds ownership: 45.22% [Q3] → 48.84% (+3.62%) [Q4]
39% less call options, than puts
Call options by funds: $840M | Put options by funds: $1.38B
Research analyst outlook
1 Wall Street Analyst provided 1 year price targets over the past 3 months
Low target
$163
68%
upside
Avg. target
$163
68%
upside
High target
$163
68%
upside
1 analyst rating
1 positive
100%
0 neutral
0%
0 negative
0%
RBC Capital Darko Mihelic 44% 1-year accuracy 4 / 9 met price target | 68%upside $163 | Outperform Maintained | 26 Feb 2025 |
Financial journalist opinion
Based on 8 articles about BMO published over the past 30 days
Positive
Zacks Investment Research
6 days ago
Is Bank of Montreal (BMO) Stock a Solid Choice Right Now?
Bank of Montreal (BMO) has seen solid earnings estimate revision activity over the past month, and belongs to a strong industry as well.
Positive
Seeking Alpha
2 weeks ago
Bank of Montreal: Fundamentally Solid, But Wait For Some Dips
Bank of Montreal started FY25 with solid results, showcasing prudent portfolio management and operational efficiency amid economic volatility. BMO's excellent portfolio diversification, high capital adequacy, and impressive liquidity position make it a resilient investment against macroeconomic challenges. Despite recent weaknesses, BMO maintains a bullish momentum, supported by strong fundamentals.
Positive
Zacks Investment Research
2 weeks ago
BMO or SVNLY: Which Is the Better Value Stock Right Now?
Investors interested in stocks from the Banks - Foreign sector have probably already heard of Bank of Montreal (BMO) and Svenska Handelsbanken Ab Publ (SVNLY). But which of these two companies is the best option for those looking for undervalued stocks?
Neutral
PRNewsWire
3 weeks ago
BMO 2025 Proxy Circular, 2024 Sustainability and Climate Reporting, and Public Accountability Statements
TORONTO and CHICAGO, March 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ - BMO (TSX: BMO) (NYSE: BMO) today announced that it has filed its 2025 Notice of Annual Meeting of Shareholders and Management Proxy Circular with applicable securities regulators. BMO will release its 2024 Sustainability and Climate Reporting, including its Public Accountability Statements on Wednesday, March 12.
Positive
Zacks Investment Research
3 weeks ago
Here is Why Growth Investors Should Buy Bank of Montreal (BMO) Now
Bank of Montreal (BMO) is well positioned to outperform the market, as it exhibits above-average growth in financials.
Positive
Zacks Investment Research
3 weeks ago
BMO vs. IBN: Which Stock Is the Better Value Option?
Investors with an interest in Banks - Foreign stocks have likely encountered both Bank of Montreal (BMO) and ICICI Bank Limited (IBN). But which of these two stocks is more attractive to value investors?
Positive
Zacks Investment Research
3 weeks ago
Bank of Montreal (BMO) Upgraded to Buy: What Does It Mean for the Stock?
Bank of Montreal (BMO) has been upgraded to a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy), reflecting growing optimism about the company's earnings prospects. This might drive the stock higher in the near term.
Positive
Zacks Investment Research
4 weeks ago
BMO Shares Rise as Q1 Earnings Increase on Higher NII, Provisions Jump
A rise in NII and non-interest income, and growth in loan balance support Bank of Montreal's fiscal Q1 results.
Neutral
Seeking Alpha
4 weeks ago
Bank of Montreal (BMO) Q1 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
Bank of Montreal (BMO) Q1 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
Positive
Zacks Investment Research
1 month ago
Bank of Montreal (BMO) Beats Q1 Earnings and Revenue Estimates
Bank of Montreal (BMO) came out with quarterly earnings of $2.14 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.70 per share. This compares to earnings of $1.90 per share a year ago.
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