Equipping SMBs for success Fulfilling our people and teams Growing financial confidence for all Investing for shared prosperity Our business practices Principal Foundation Volunteerism Our sustainability strategy Data Center
Shaping a future that works for everyone.

Learn more about our commitment to sustainability.

2025 Sustainability report:

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Our commitment to sustainability

We believe everyone deserves the security to pursue their dreams and make progress toward their goals. That’s why we remain dedicated to operating sustainably and are actively working toward driving improved outcomes for people, society, and the planet.

Growing financial confidence for all

We aim to grow individuals’ financial literacy and make savings mindsets more commonplace.

Equipping small and midsized businesses for success

We offer accessible, comprehensive support to SMBs, laying the groundwork for continued business success.

Investing for shared prosperity

By developing our capabilities and measuring outcomes, we aim to leverage our portfolio for shared prosperity.

Our business practices

We operate with integrity to maintain trust with our stakeholders.

Fulfilling our people and teams

Fostering a workplace that allows all employees to unlock their capabilities, creating fulfilling careers that deliver on our purpose.
Deanna Strable—president and CEO
Letter from our President and CEO, Deanna Strable

Being a responsible company remains paramount for Principal. It’s been a key aspect of our success over the past 145 years and will continue to propel us forward.

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Our sustainability strategy

We aim to grow a resilient, inclusive, and secure society, helping people enjoy a shared prosperity today and creating opportunities for future generations.

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Our work supports the following UN Sustainable Development Goals:

Goal 5: Gender equality Goal 8: Decent work and economic growth Goal 10: Reduced inequalities Goal 13: Climate action Goal 17: Partnerships for the goals
2025 Sustainability report
Data Center

Access our sustainability report for comprehensive details, or review highlights within the Data Center.

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Important information

Insurance products issued by Principal National Life Insurance Co (except in NY) and Principal Life Insurance Company®. Plan administrative services offered by Principal Life. Principal Funds, Inc. is distributed by Principal Funds Distributor, Inc. Securities offered through Principal Securities, Inc., member SIPC and/or independent broker/dealers. Referenced companies are members of the Principal Financial Group®, Des Moines, IA 50392.

Principal Financial Group Foundation, Inc. (“Principal® Foundation”) is a duly recognized 501(c)(3) entity focused on providing philanthropic support to programs that build financial security in the communities where Principal Financial Group, Inc. (“Principal”) operates. While Principal Foundation receives funding from Principal, Principal Foundation is a distinct, independent, charitable entity. Principal Foundation does not practice any form of investment advisory services and is not authorized to do so. © 2025 Principal Foundation.

Integration of sustainability considerations and/or environmental, social and governance (ESG) factors is qualitative and subjective by nature. There is no guarantee that the criteria used, or judgment exercised, will reflect the beliefs or values of any particular investor. There is no assurance that any strategy or integration of sustainability considerations and/or ESG factors will be successful or profitable.