PFG Stock Outperforms Industry, Trades at a Discount: Time to Buy?

Principal Financial Group (PFG) has outperformed its industry peers with a 32.8% gain over the past year. The company benefits from diversified earnings, rising assets under management, and strong retirement savings trends, with roll-ins exceeding $7 billion. Trading at attractive valuations below industry averages and backed by optimistic analyst sentiment, PFG holds a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) rating with a projected 16.7% EPS growth for 2026.