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.
Principal Financial's retirement leadership, AUM growth and disciplined capital deployment support long-term growth, while rising expenses and acquisition-related risks remain concerns.
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On June 24, 2026, Principal Financial Group Inc (PFG) shares fell 5.1% to a current price of $106.66. This drop occurs within a 52-week range of $75.00 to $112.
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Dividends are one of the best benefits to being a shareholder, but finding a great dividend stock is no easy task. Does Principal Financial (PFG) have what it takes?
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.
