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Principal Financial Group (Principal)

Retirement, investment, and insurance services provider

principal.com
Headquarters
Des Moines, United States
Founded year
1879
Company type
Public company
Number of employees
20,000+
Industry
Life & Health Insurance

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Latest news about Principal Financial Group (Principal)

In short: Principal reported strong 2026 second-quarter results with a 17% increase in operating earnings and announced the acquisition of Beam Benefits.

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Principal

Principal reports declining U.S. business optimism

The Principal Financial Well Being Index fell to 6.06 in March 2026 amid inflation, global conflicts, and recession fears. Small businesses show resilience in staffing and future outlook.

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Yahoo Finance

Principal Financial: Q2 Earnings Snapshot

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Principal Financial Group (NASDAQ:PFG) Faces A Crucial Test

Principal Financial Group faces renewed scrutiny as earnings strength, revenue pressure, retirement services, insurance operations, and valuation expectations shape its outlook.

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