PFG
Principal Financial Group
PEG ratio, current and historical analysis
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- Financial Services
- NASDAQ: PFG
- PEG Ratio
Principal Financial Group is trading with a PE to growth ratio of 0.39, based on Nov 11, 2026 data. Dividing the 12.58 PE ratio by the 32.2% earnings growth rate yields this valuation metric.
PFG PEG ratio history
Historically, Principal Financial Group has a PEG ratio averaging 0.7 across the past ten years. At 0.39, today's PEG ratio sits 44% less than its historical average. The ten years high occurred in the Dec 2020 quarter at 6.11, reflecting maximum valuation relative to growth. The minimum was hit in the Sep 2025 quarter at 0.01, indicating optimal value relative to growth during that period.
Principal Financial Group PEG ratio by year
| Year | PEG ratio | PE ratio | Growth YoY |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | N/A | 16.58 | -21.4% |
| 2024 | 0.07 | 11.43 | 162.4% |
| 2023 | N/A | 30.49 | -86.4% |
| 2022 | 0.02 | 4.43 | 222.7% |
| 2021 | 0.79 | 12.32 | 15.6% |
| 2020 | 6.11 | 9.77 | 1.6% |
| 2019 | N/A | 11 | -7.6% |
| 2018 | N/A | 8.16 | -32.4% |
| 2017 | 0.12 | 8.82 | 75.8% |
| 2016 | 1.19 | 12.72 | 10.7% |
| 2015 | 0.99 | 10.94 | 11.1% |
| 2014 | 0.59 | 14.04 | 23.7% |
| 2013 | 1.1 | 16.49 | 15% |
| 2012 | 0.31 | 10.97 | 35.4% |
| 2011 | N/A | 12.81 | -2.5% |
Principal Financial Group PEG ratio by quarter (TTM)
| Year | PEG ratio | PE ratio | Growth YoY |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2026 | 0.38 | 12.28 | 32.2% |
| Jun 2026 | 0.35 | 15.12 | 42.9% |
| Mar 2026 | 0.25 | 12.75 | 50.7% |
| Dec 2025 | N/A | 16.58 | -21.4% |
| Sep 2025 | 0.01 | 12.02 | 996.1% |
| Jun 2025 | N/A | 15.92 | -6.7% |
| Mar 2025 | N/A | 17.99 | -13.8% |
| Dec 2024 | 0.07 | 11.43 | 162.4% |
| Sep 2024 | N/A | N/A | -112.2% |
| Jun 2024 | N/A | 14.66 | -16.8% |
| Mar 2024 | N/A | 15.87 | -68.3% |
| Dec 2023 | N/A | 30.49 | -86.4% |
| Sep 2023 | N/A | 11.46 | -69% |
| Jun 2023 | N/A | 11.79 | -60.5% |
| Mar 2023 | 0.02 | 4.33 | 225.4% |
PFG average PEG ratio chart
Measured against past performance, PFG's PEG ratio sits above its 3 and 5-year averages, yet it is lower than the 10-year average.
PEG comparison
With a PEG of 0.39, PFG stands below the Financial Services sector and the industry average. Looking at its Financial Services sector average of 0.51, Principal Financial Group's PEG is 24% lower.
PFG EPS growth
PFG Price vs fair value
PFG PEG vs peers
Compared to its peers, PFG has a PEG ratio lower than stock PRI, while greater than PRU's.
Frequently asked questions
What is Principal Financial Group's PEG ratio?
According to Nov 11, 2026 data, PFG's PEG ratio sits at 0.39.
What is the 3-year average PEG ratio for Principal Financial Group (PFG)?
Over the last 3 years, PFG's PEG ratio has averaged at 0.21.
What is the 5-year average PEG ratio for Principal Financial Group (PFG)?
Over the last 5 years, PFG's PEG ratio has averaged at 0.19.
What is the highest PEG ratio for PFG?
PFG's PEG ratio peaked at 6.11 during the Dec 2020 quarter - the highest in ten years.
How does the current PEG ratio for PFG compare to its historical average?
Compared to the 10-year average, PFG's PEG ratio is 44% lower.
Why is Principal Financial Group's PEG ratio so low?
At 0.39, PFG's PEG ratio suggests the stock may be attractively priced given its growth rate.
How is PFG's PEG ratio calculated (Principal Financial Group PEG ratio formula)?
To calculate the PEG ratio, take the company's PE ratio and divide by its earnings per share growth (YoY TTM). As of Nov 11, 2026, Principal Financial Group has a P/E ratio of 12.58. Earnings grew at 32.2% over the TTM period ending Sep 2026. Applying the formula, this gives a price to earnings growth ratio of 0.39. PEG RATIO(0.39) = PE RATIO(12.58) / EPS GROWTH(32.2%)
All PEG ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified.