Principal Financial Group Inc (PFG)

Nov 12, 2026

Arch Capital Group has appointed Daniel Houston, former CEO of Principal Financial Group, as the new chairman of its board of directors. He succeeds John Pasquesi, who served in the role for seven years and will remain a director. This change follows a planned succession process within the Bermudian-based insurer and reinsurer.

Nov 12, 2026

Arch Capital Group Ltd. has announced the appointment of Daniel J. Houston as the new Chair of its Board of Directors, succeeding John M. Pasquesi, who will remain a director. This transition follows a planned succession process. Houston, who joined Arch's Board in August 2024, previously served as the retired Chair, president, and CEO of Principal Financial Group.

Nov 11, 2026

Shares of Principal Financial Group Inc. (PFG) fell 1.12% to $114.69 on Wednesday, despite a strong overall market performance where the S&P 500 Index and Dow Jones Industrial Average both saw gains. This decline broke a two-day winning streak for the stock.

Nov 11, 2026

U.S. business sentiment has fallen to a record low of 6.02 out of 10, according to the latest Principal Financial Well-Being Index, primarily driven by a decline in optimism among small and midsize businesses. While only 16% of business leaders believe the U.S. economy is growing, more than half (52%) report growth in their own companies. Despite economic pressures, employers are maintaining staffing and benefits, turning to workforce development, flexible talent, and AI to navigate uncertainty.

Nov 10, 2026

Principal Asset Management has acquired Switch Datacenters AMS2, a carrier-neutral data center located outside Amsterdam, on behalf of its Principal European Data Centre Fund I. Switch Datacenters will retain operational control of AMS2 under a new 20-year lease, with plans for refurbishment and expansion to increase its IT load capacity to 4.2MW. This acquisition strengthens Principal's presence in the European data center market and supports the long-term growth of digital infrastructure.

Nov 10, 2026

The financial landscape is rapidly changing, requiring financial professionals to adapt to evolving client needs in wealth management, business planning, risk management, and employee retention. Specialists at Principal® Financial Network can provide tailored solutions, access to a broad network of third-party providers, and support for business owners and their key employees. The network also offers comprehensive support for financial professionals themselves, including onboarding, mentorship, and training, to help them grow and sustain their practices.

Nov 9, 2026

Csquare, Inc. (CSQR) reported Q3 2026 revenue of $302.3 million, a 25.6% increase year-over-year, exceeding estimates. Despite this revenue growth and improved gross profit, the company posted an operating loss of $14.6 million and a net loss of $88.1 million, resulting in diluted EPS of -$0.58, missing the -$0.50 estimate. Institutional investors significantly increased their holdings in CSQR during the quarter.

Nov 9, 2026

Pictet Asset Management Holding SA increased its stake in Iron Mountain (NYSE:IRM) by 32.2% in the third quarter, acquiring an additional 263,376 shares and bringing its total holdings to 1,080,998 shares valued at approximately $120 million. This move comes as Iron Mountain reported strong Q3 adjusted earnings, AFFO, and revenue, exceeding estimates, and subsequently raised its 2026 outlook. However, the company's Q4 revenue guidance fell short of forecasts, despite a nearly 15% increase in its quarterly dividend to $0.993 per share.

Nov 9, 2026

Euro Pacific Asset Management LLC has acquired 8,032 shares of SAP SE, valued at approximately $1.687 million, initiating a new position in the software maker during the third quarter. The stock currently holds a "Moderate Buy" consensus rating from analysts, with an average target price of $258.83. SAP's shares opened at $233.57, reflecting a 12-month trading range of $144.97 to $255.90, and the company has a market capitalization of $286.94 billion.

Nov 8, 2026

Mirae Asset Global Investments Co. Ltd. initiated a new position in Jackson Financial Inc. during the third quarter, purchasing 10,529 shares valued at approximately $1.36 million. Analysts have a consensus "Hold" rating on Jackson Financial, with an average price target of $134.80. The company recently reported quarterly EPS of $7.55, exceeding estimates, and declared a $0.90 quarterly dividend.

Nov 6, 2026

Moody's Corporation insider Jason Phillips sold 95 shares of company stock for a total of $49,336.35, reducing his direct ownership by 5.02%. This transaction follows a quarterly earnings report where Moody's missed analyst expectations for both EPS and revenue. Despite the miss, analysts maintain a "Moderate Buy" rating with a consensus target price of $552.63, and the company recently announced a quarterly dividend.

Nov 5, 2026

FIFTH THIRD BANCORP has initiated a new $538.6 million position in Exxon Mobil (XOM) stock, as revealed in a recent SEC 13F filing for the report period ending September 30, 2026. This move comes as 2,612 institutional investors increased their holdings in XOM during the latest quarter, while 308 decreased their positions. The article also provides details on recent congressional trading activity and analyst price targets for XOM.

Nov 5, 2026

Bank of New York Mellon Corp has opened a new $5.8 billion position in ExxonMobil ($XOM) stock, as revealed in a recent SEC 13F filing for the Q3 2026 report period. This move highlights significant institutional interest, with 2,595 investors adding XOM shares, while congressional members have primarily sold the stock in the past six months. Analysts have set a median price target of $169.0 for XOM, with individual targets ranging from $154.0 to $182.0.

Nov 5, 2026

Boston Trust Walden Corp reduced its stake in Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL) by 5.2% in the third quarter, selling 13,701 shares and retaining 247,919 shares worth approximately $75.7 million. JLL reported strong quarterly earnings, beating analyst estimates with EPS of $6.76 and revenue up 11.8% year-over-year to $7.28 billion. The company currently holds a "Moderate Buy" consensus rating from analysts with an average price target of $427.60, and institutional investors own 94.8% of the stock.

Nov 5, 2026

AIA Group Ltd recently acquired 180,921 shares of HDFC Bank Limited (NYSE:HDB) during the third quarter, valued at approximately $4.04 million. Other institutional investors also adjusted their positions, with Principal Financial Group, TT International, and Bank of America making significant purchases. HDFC Bank reported strong quarterly earnings, beating EPS estimates, and currently holds a consensus "Hold" rating from analysts with a target price of $26.10.

Nov 4, 2026

CITIGROUP INC has opened a new $931.3 million position in Exxon Mobil (XOM) stock, as revealed in a recent SEC 13F filing for the 09-30-2026 report period. This move is part of broader institutional activity, with 2,470 investors increasing their XOM holdings in the last quarter, while members of Congress have primarily sold XOM shares. Analysts have issued a median price target of $169.0 for XOM over the past six months.

Nov 4, 2026

TT International Asset Management LTD has acquired a new stake in HDFC Bank Limited, purchasing over 3.8 million shares valued at approximately $85 million, making it their fourth-largest holding. Other institutional investors like Principal Financial Group Inc. and Bank of America Corp DE also significantly increased their positions. HDFC Bank recently reported strong earnings, beating analyst estimates, and currently holds an average analyst rating of "Hold" with a target price of $26.10.

Nov 3, 2026

Summit Wealth Group LLC Co. significantly increased its stake in Welltower Inc. (NYSE:WELL) by 903.3% in the third quarter, purchasing 8,337 additional shares. This brings their total holdings to 9,260 shares, valued at approximately $2.13 million. Welltower recently reported strong quarterly earnings, beating analyst estimates, and declared a quarterly dividend of $0.85 per share.

Nov 3, 2026

Mirae Asset Global Investments Co. Ltd. has acquired 45,156 shares of Moody's Corporation, valued at approximately $20.5 million, during the third quarter. Institutional investors now collectively own 92.11% of the company, and analysts generally maintain a "Moderate Buy" rating with an average price target of $552.63. Moody's recently reported quarterly EPS of $4.14, missing consensus, and declared a quarterly dividend of $1.03 per share.

Nov 3, 2026

Mirae Asset Global Investments Co. Ltd. has acquired 240,128 shares of Principal Financial Group (NASDAQ:PFG) in the third quarter, a stake valued at approximately $26.9 million. This acquisition gives Mirae Asset Global Investments a 0.11% ownership in the company, which is 75.08% institutionally owned. Principal Financial Group recently reported quarterly EPS of $2.22, missing estimates, but exceeded revenue expectations with $4.62 billion, and increased its quarterly dividend to $0.85 per share.

Nov 3, 2026

Oppenheimer & Co. Inc. significantly increased its stake in Equinix (EQIX) during the third quarter, purchasing an additional 1,153 shares to bring its total holdings to 1,620 shares valued at $1.64 million. Equinix reported strong Q3 earnings, surpassing analyst estimates with $2.57 billion in revenue and $4.93 adjusted EPS, and declared a quarterly dividend of $5.16. Despite insider selling and a high valuation, analysts maintain a "Moderate Buy" rating with an average price target above the current share price.

Nov 3, 2026

Asset Management One Co. Ltd. acquired 7,219 shares of SAP SE, valued at approximately $1.5 million, during the third quarter, indicating growing institutional interest in the software maker. Several other hedge funds also increased their positions in SAP. Analysts maintain a "Moderate Buy" rating for SAP with an average price target of $258.83, as the company trades below its 52-week high.

Nov 2, 2026

PRINCIPAL FINANCIAL GROUP INC has initiated a new $90.6 million position in CSQR, as disclosed in a recent SEC 13F filing for the report period ending September 30, 2026. This move highlights significant institutional interest, with 8 investors adding CSQR shares to their portfolios in Q3 2026, including major additions by STRS OHIO and VANDERBILT UNIVERSITY. The article provides details on the largest recent institutional transactions for CSQR stock.

Nov 2, 2026

PRINCIPAL FINANCIAL GROUP INC has initiated a new $1.0 billion position in Exxon Mobil (XOM) stock, as per a recent SEC 13F filing for the report period ending September 30, 2026. This move is part of broader institutional activity, with 2,321 investors adding XOM shares while 392 decreased their positions in the last quarter. Additionally, the article details recent congressional trading activity and analyst price targets for XOM.

Nov 2, 2026

Principal Financial Group Inc. (PFG) stock rose 1.06% on Monday to $112.81, despite a mixed trading session for the broader market. The company's shares closed 6.91% below its 52-week high. Despite the daily gains, the stock underperformed compared to its competitors.

Nov 2, 2026

Woodmont Investment Counsel LLC has made a new investment of $956,000 in Casey's General Stores, Inc. by acquiring 1,572 shares during the third quarter. Institutional investors now own 85.63% of the company. Casey's General Stores exceeded quarterly expectations with $7.37 EPS and $5.68 billion in revenue, also declaring a quarterly dividend of $0.65 per share.

Oct 31, 2026

Sowell Financial Services LLC has acquired a new stake of 341,889 shares in SOPHiA GENETICS SA (NASDAQ:SOPH), valued at approximately $2.87 million, bringing their total ownership to 0.41%. This comes as institutional investors collectively own 31.59% of the company, while insiders have sold over $1.94 million worth of shares in the past three months. SOPH shares opened down 4.3% at $7.63, and analysts maintain a consensus "Hold" rating with a $10 price target despite a recent quarterly loss per share that missed estimates.

Oct 30, 2026

Ashoka WhiteOak Capital Pte Ltd recently purchased 263,928 shares of BBB Foods Inc. (NYSE:TBBB), valued at approximately $13.83 million, making it their 9th largest holding. Institutional ownership in BBB Foods now stands at 8.42%, with several other major financial groups also increasing their stakes. Analysts generally recommend a "Moderate Buy" for TBBB, with some firms raising their price targets, despite the company reporting a larger-than-expected quarterly EPS loss.

Oct 30, 2026

Principal Financial Group Inc. (PFG) stock declined 1.78% on Friday, closing at $111.63. This underperformance occurred during a generally difficult trading session where the S&P 500 Index fell 1.82% and the Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped 1.09%. The company's stock is now 7.88% below its 52-week high of $121.18, achieved on September 3rd.

Oct 30, 2026

BOKF NA significantly increased its stake in Principal Financial Group (NASDAQ:PFG) by 6,278% in Q3, acquiring 46,583 shares and raising its total holdings to 47,325 shares worth approximately $5.3 million. Despite mixed analyst sentiment and an EPS miss for the quarter, the company reported strong revenue and increased its quarterly dividend to $0.85, offering a 3.0% annual yield. Institutional investors collectively own 75.08% of the stock.