PFG

Principal Financial (PFG) is expected to report Q3 earnings of $2.46 per share, up 17.1% year-over-year, with revenues projected at $4.31 billion (+10.6% YoY). However, consensus EPS estimates have been revised downward by 2.4% in the past 30 days.

Key metrics show mixed results: premiums and other considerations expected to grow 21.6%, while net investment income in the Asset Management segment is projected to decline 12.6%. The stock has declined 5% over the past month and carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) rating.

Principal Financial is expected to report Q3 2026 earnings of $2.49 per share (up 18.6% YoY) and revenues of $4.33 billion (up 11.1% YoY) on October 26. However, with an Earnings ESP of 0% and a Zacks Rank #3, the stock is not considered a compelling earnings-beat candidate. The company has beaten consensus estimates in 2 of the last 4 quarters.

Principal Financial (PFG) is highlighted as an attractive income investment option with a dividend yield of 3.08%, significantly higher than industry and S&P 500 averages. The company has demonstrated consistent dividend growth of 5.97% annually over the past 5 years, with an expected earnings growth rate of 14.87% for 2026. With a conservative payout ratio of 37% and a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold), PFG presents a solid dividend play for income-focused investors.