With a strong history of beating earnings estimates, investors are eager to see if Bank of Montreal (BMO.TO) can keep its momentum going in the upcoming report.
BMO is set to release its next earnings report on August 25, 2026, before the market opens. Analysts expect a solid performance, with an estimated EPS of 3.72. This follows a successful track record, as BMO has beaten earnings estimates in the last four quarters. With strong revenue growth and new financial products, investors are keen to see if BMO can continue this trend.
Recent earnings trend
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Bank of Montreal
BMO.TO
BMO.TO
Bank of Montreal
WealthAwesomeMarket cap
$168.28B
P/E
18.5x
Div. yield
2.76%
Div. / share
$6.60
52W high
$259.20
52W low
$152.32
1W change
-6.94%
Beta
1.15
Analyst Price Targets
Based on analyst covering BMO
Wall Street analysts forecast BMO stock price to rise 5.8% over the next 12 months.
Consensus
Moderately BullishBased on avg. target vs last close (formal rating unavailable for Canadian listings)
Avg. Target
C$252.67
+5.8% Upside
Current Price
C$238.80
Last close
Analyst ratings and price targets are updated periodically. Not financial advice.
Wealth Awesome Price Forecast
WA ModelStatistical 90-day price range based on BMO's historical volatility
30-Day Vol
23.0%
Annualized
90-Day Vol
19.5%
Annualized
Trend (90d)
+27.5%
Annualized drift
90d Mean
C$263.49
Expected price
| Horizon | Expected | 68% Range (1σ) |
|---|---|---|
| 30 trading days | C$246.76 | C$227.90 – C$267.18 |
| 60 trading days | C$254.99 | C$227.87 – C$285.34 |
| 90 trading days | C$263.49 | C$229.59 – C$302.40 |
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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Analyst coverage: 10 analyst(s) cover this name; upcoming EPS consensus is available.
Beat estimates in 4 of the last 4 comparable quarter(s).
| Fiscal period | Report date | Actual EPS | Estimate | Surprise |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-31 | 2026-08-25 | — | 3.7200 | — |
| 2026-04-30 | 2026-05-27 | 3.6700 | 3.4500 | +6.4% |
| 2026-01-31 | 2026-02-25 | 3.4800 | 3.2100 | +8.4% |
| 2025-10-31 | 2025-12-04 | 2.9700 | 2.8900 | +2.8% |
| 2025-07-31 | 2025-08-26 | 3.2300 | 2.9600 | +9.1% |
| 2025-04-30 | 2025-05-28 | 2.5000 | 2.3900 | +4.6% |
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Investor takeaway: Keep an eye on BMO's upcoming earnings report, especially given its consistent ability to exceed estimates. The anticipated growth in EPS and revenue could signal a strong performance, but market conditions and recent product launches will also play a critical role.
BMO's estimated revenue for the upcoming quarter is $9.81 billion, reflecting a 9.2% growth, which underscores the bank's strong business fundamentals amidst a challenging economic landscape.
Bull case
BMO's recent launch of 3× long and short bond ETNs could boost its revenue streams and attract more sophisticated investors, positioning the bank for strong earnings growth.
Bear case
Despite a history of outperformance, potential economic pressures and rising consumer insolvencies could affect BMO's margins and overall financial health.
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