JPMorgan Downgrades Principal Financial Group to Neutral Amid Life Insurance Peer Comparison
ByAinvest
Wednesday, Feb 4, 2026 1:57 pm ET1min read
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JPMorgan has downgraded Principal Financial Group's stock outlook to Neutral from Overweight, citing better perceived value in other life insurance stocks. Despite a superior business mix and attractive valuation, the firm notes that Principal Financial Group's performance in 2025 is no longer enticing on a relative basis. Stronger asset management flows could be a near-term catalyst for the stock's performance.
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