Forbes named Bank of Montreal one of America’s Most Trusted Companies for the second year in a row, according to an Oct. 22 headline. The information provided doesn’t include BMO’s ranking, the selection criteria, or how Forbes chose the companies. BMO shares closed at C$239.71, down 0.77% for the day.
Investor takeaway: The recognition is a reputational milestone, but the available facts don’t show that it will affect BMO’s finances.
C$239.71 closing price; 707,459 shares traded
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Bank of Montreal
BMO.TO
BMO.TO
Bank of Montreal
WealthAwesomeMarket cap
$164.65B
P/E
19.3x
Div. yield
2.80%
Div. / share
$6.68
52W high
$259.20
52W low
$164.94
1W change
+0.20%
Beta
1.12
Analyst Price Targets
Based on analyst covering BMO · as of Sep 25, 2026
Wall Street analysts forecast BMO stock price to rise 7.7% over the next 12 months.
Consensus
Moderately BullishBased on avg. target vs last close (formal rating unavailable for Canadian listings)
Avg. Target
C$255.07
+7.7% Upside
Previously C$254.57 on Sep 17, 2026
Current Price
C$236.87
Last close
Targets are snapshotted when they change. Unchanged figures keep their original date. Not financial advice.
Wealth Awesome Price Forecast
WA ModelStatistical 90-day price range based on BMO's historical volatility
30-Day Vol
16.7%
Annualized
90-Day Vol
18.5%
Annualized
Trend (90d)
-27.9%
Annualized drift
90d Mean
C$214.44
Expected price
| Horizon | Expected | 68% Range (1σ) |
|---|---|---|
| 30 trading days | C$229.14 | C$216.30 – C$242.75 |
| 60 trading days | C$221.67 | C$204.30 – C$240.51 |
| 90 trading days | C$214.44 | C$194.05 – C$236.97 |
Methodology: Range is calculated using 30-day realized volatility via geometric Brownian motion (log-normal model). 68% band = ±1σ, 95% band = ±2σ. This is a statistical model, not a prediction. Past volatility does not guarantee future results. Not financial advice.
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BMO shares fell 0.77% on the day. Trading volume was 707,459 shares, below the 20-day average of 1,590,131.
Bull case
BMO made the Forbes list for a second consecutive year. The supplied figures also show the stock is up 33.57% year to date.
Bear case
The information doesn’t include BMO’s ranking or show that the recognition affected revenue, earnings, or customer activity. Shares also closed lower on the day.
What happened: Forbes recognition for a second year
An Oct. 22 headline says Forbes named Bank of Montreal one of America’s Most Trusted Companies for the second year in a row. The information provided doesn’t say where BMO ranked, explain how Forbes selected the companies, or include a statement from the bank. It also doesn’t mention a related business or financial announcement. You can find more company information on the BMO stock page.
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What the numbers show: shares closed at C$239.71
BMO shares closed at C$239.71, down 0.77% for the day. Trading volume was 707,459 shares, below the 20-day average of 1,590,131. The stock gained 0.20% over one week, fell 1.46% over one month, and rose 33.57% year to date. These figures show how the shares performed, but they don’t establish that the Forbes recognition caused the daily decline. Follow BMO’s price and other company information on its stock page.
What to watch next: details behind the recognition
The information provided doesn’t include the list’s ranking or selection criteria. Those details would help explain what the recognition means beyond the headline. There’s also no evidence linking it to customer behaviour, financial results, or a change in BMO’s outlook. Assessing its business impact would require more information.
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