Zacks Investment Research
29 Sept 2026, 16:41 UTC · 1h ago
Verdict
Headline takes no side. We score PFG +0.60 across three claims — strongly bullish.
+0.60strongly bullish
More positive than 78% of ticker scores this week
What the story claims
3 claims · scored −1 bearish … +1 bullish · 0 new · 3 priced in
Principal Financial (PFG) has a forward P/E ratio of 11.89 and a PEG ratio of 1.03, compared to Allianz SE (ALIZY) with a forward P/E of 13.57 and a PEG of 2.09.
Priced inanalysis of current market metrics
So whatPFG's PEG ratio is ~50% of ALIZY's, suggesting significantly cheaper pricing relative to expected growth.
More positive than 66% of claims this week
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Principal Financial currently holds a Zacks Rank of #2 (Buy), while Allianz SE holds a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold).
Priced inanalysis of current Zacks ranks
So whatThe rank disparity reflects a more positive trend in earnings estimate revisions for PFG heading into the next reporting cycle.
More positive than 54% of claims this week
PFG has a P/B ratio of 2.02, while ALIZY has a P/B ratio of 2.38.
Priced inanalysis of current market metrics
So whatPFG trades at a 15% discount to ALIZY on a price-to-book basis.
More positive than 46% of claims this week
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More positive than 78% of ticker scores this week
The company has a 'Buy' Zacks Rank, a better value grade (B) than its peer, and positive earnings estimate revision activity.
More negative than 63% of ticker scores this week
The company is rated as a 'Hold' and has a lower value grade (C) and less favorable valuation metrics compared to PFG.
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$113.19 vs $114.64 close before publication (Sep 28) · not market-adjusted
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