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SS&C Selected to Support Principal Retirement Income Offering

WINDSOR, Conn., September 15, 2026--(BUSINESS WIRE)--SS&C Technologies Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: SSNC) today announced that Principal Financial Group has selected SS&C Retirement Solutions to support connectivity and administration for its growing retirement income suite. Principal will use SS&C's Retirement Income Clearing & Calculation (RICC) platform to help support distribution across a growing line of proprietary and curated third-party retirement income products. "As plan sponsors look for ways to help employees move from accumulation to income, connectivity across the retirement ecosystem

Principal Financial (PFG) is a Top Dividend Stock Right Now: Should You Buy?

Getting big returns from financial portfolios, whether through stocks, bonds, ETFs, other securities, or a combination of all, is an investor's dream. But when you're an income investor, your primary focus is generating consistent cash flow from each of your liquid investments. While cash flow can come from bond interest or interest from other types of investments, income investors hone in on dividends. A dividend is that coveted distribution of a company's earnings paid out to shareholders, and investors often view it by its dividend yield, a metric that measures the dividend as a percent of

Principal Financial stock edges higher after $900 million credit facility move

Why Principal Financial Group (NASDAQ:PFG) Faces A Split Market View?

UBS Adjusts Price Target on Principal Financial Group to $120 From $98, Keeps Neutral Rating

How Investors May Respond To Principal Financial Group (PFG) Acquiring Beam’s Digital-First Employee Benefits Platform

Principal Financial Group (PFG) recently acquired Beam Benefits to expand its employee benefits offerings, aiming to integrate digital-first dental and ancillary benefits into its portfolio. This acquisition aligns with PFG's strategy of strengthening its Benefits and Protection segment, but the company's investment narrative will still largely depend on stabilizing institutional flows and protecting margins in a volatile market. Investors are watching how PFG balances this reinvestment with ongoing share repurchases and dividends.

Principal Financial (PFG) Moves 6.5% Higher: Will This Strength Last?

Principal Financial (PFG) shares climbed 6.5% after a trading session with notable volume, contrasting with its 3.1% loss over the past four weeks. The company benefits from a diversified mix of financial services, including recent acquisition of Beam Benefits, which supports recurring fees and asset under management growth. Despite this recent jump, a marginal downward revision in the consensus EPS estimate for the upcoming quarter suggests that the strength might not last, warranting continued monitoring of the stock.

Principal Financial Group (PFG) Completed A Small Business Benefits Acquisition

Principal Financial Group Inc Stock (PFG) Moved Up by 8.12% on Sep 3: What Signal Does It Send?

Principal Financial Group Inc (PFG) saw an 8.12% increase in its stock price, primarily driven by reports that Samsung Life is seeking a 15% equity stake, which analysts believe could re-rate its valuation. This news follows the company's acquisition of Beam Benefits and strong quarterly financial results. Despite positive technical indicators and fundamental developments, analysts maintain a "Hold" rating with concerns about potential overvaluation and integration risks from the recent acquisition.

Principal Financial Group Inc (PFG) Stock Up 6.5% but GF Value S

Principal Financial Group Inc (PFG) shares recently rose 6.5% to $118.51, but GuruFocus's GF Value™ indicates the stock is 26.0% overvalued with a fair value estimate of $94.05. Despite strong momentum, the company shows weaknesses in financial strength and a trend of net insider selling. Investors are advised to exercise caution due to the overvaluation and mixed sentiment among insiders and gurus.

Keefe, Bruyette & Woods Adjusts Price Target on Principal Financial to $117 From $112, Maintains Market Perform Rating

Keefe, Bruyette & Woods has adjusted its price target for Principal Financial Group (PFG) to $117 from $112, while maintaining a "Market Perform" rating. The financial services group, which manages retirement funds, insurance, and assets, recently completed an acquisition and has seen various analyst adjustments to its price target.

Samsung Life targets top stake in Principal Financial Group

Samsung Life Insurance is in negotiations to acquire a 15% stake in Principal Financial Group, a deal valued between $3.6 billion and $4.4 billion, which would make it the largest single shareholder. This move is driven by Samsung Life's strategy to expand abroad into the U.S. retirement sector, leveraging PFG's defined-contribution scale and alternative-investment capabilities. The potential acquisition is part of a broader M&A push by Samsung Group, with a task force exploring global targets.

Principal® completes acquisition of Beam Benefits

Principal Financial Group (Nasdaq: PFG) has completed its acquisition of Beam Benefits, an employee benefits company serving over 25,000 small businesses. This acquisition is expected to enhance Principal's Benefits and Protection business by integrating Beam's digital-first capabilities and accelerating growth in the small business market. Beam's leadership and employees have transitioned to Principal, and both companies will work towards a unified offering while maintaining service continuity for customers and brokers.