Principal® Expands Custody Solutions Program for Regional and Community Banks
Principal Financial Group (Nasdaq: PFG) announced today the expansion of its Principal Custody Solutions Bank Referral Program to help address a common obs
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Principal Financial Group (Nasdaq: PFG) announced today the expansion of its Principal Custody Solutions Bank Referral Program to help address a common obs
DES MOINES, Iowa--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Principal Financial Group® (Nasdaq: PFG) announced today an agreement to acquire Beam Benefits, an employee benefits company serving over 25,000 small businesses.“Beam Benefits' focus on serving the small business market aligns directly with our commitment to helping small and midsized businesses (SMBs) protect their businesses and their employees,” said Amy Friedrich, president of Benefits and Protection at Principal. “This acquisition strengthens our momentum.
DES MOINES, Iowa--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Principal Financial Group® (Nasdaq: PFG) announced today that it will release second quarter 2026 financial results after U.S. markets close on Monday, July 27, 2026. On Tuesday, July 28, 2026, at 10 a.m. ET, Deanna Strable, chair, president, and chief executive officer, and Joel Pitz, executive vice president and chief financial officer, will share the results during a live conference call. Other members of senior management will be available for a question a.






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DES MOINES, Iowa--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Principal Financial Group® (Nasdaq: PFG) announced today that it will release second quarter 2026 financial results after U.S. markets close on Monday, July 27, 2026. On Tuesday, July 28, 2026, at 10 a.m. ET, Deanna Strable, chair, president, and chief executive officer, and Joel Pitz, executive vice president and chief financial officer, will share the results during a live conference call. Other members of senior management will be available for a question a.

Principal Financial earns a reiterated buy rating, driven by strong ROE, an investment-grade balance sheet, and consistent fund outperformance. PFG's diversified segments—retirement, asset management, and benefits—capitalize on demographic tailwinds and demonstrate resilient organic growth despite revenue and earnings volatility. Dividend growth is supported by a conservative 44% payout ratio and active share buybacks, with a yield of ~2.9% and robust cash management.
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