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Principal Asset Management has launched the International Equity ETF (PIEQ), a large-cap portfolio managed by their equities team which currently oversees $154.8 billion in AUM. The launch comes amid record-breaking demand for active ETFs, which reached $349 billion in 2023, with advisor allocations expected to increase by 45% over the next two years. This addition brings Principal's ETF offerings to 10, collectively managing approximately $4.7 billion in assets. The fund will leverage the Principal equities team's two decades of experience in managing non-U.S. equity strategies.

Principal Asset Management ha lanciato il International Equity ETF (PIEQ), un portafoglio di grande capitalizzazione gestito dal loro team azionario che attualmente supervisiona $154,8 miliardi in AUM. Il lancio avviene in un contesto di domanda record per gli ETF attivi, che ha raggiunto $349 miliardi nel 2023, con le allocazioni da parte degli advisor che si prevede aumenteranno del 45% nei prossimi due anni. Questa aggiunta porta l'offerta di ETF di Principal a 10, gestendo collettivamente circa $4,7 miliardi in attivi. Il fondo sfrutterà i vent'anni di esperienza del team azionario di Principal nella gestione di strategie azionarie non statunitensi.

Principal Asset Management ha lanzado el International Equity ETF (PIEQ), un portafolio de gran capitalización gestionado por su equipo de acciones que actualmente supervisa $154.8 mil millones en AUM. El lanzamiento se produce en medio de una demanda récord por los ETF activos, que alcanzó $349 mil millones en 2023, con las asignaciones de asesores que se espera aumenten en un 45% en los próximos dos años. Esta adición eleva la oferta de ETF de Principal a 10, administrando colectivamente aproximadamente $4.7 mil millones en activos. El fondo aprovechará los veinte años de experiencia del equipo de acciones de Principal en la gestión de estrategias de acciones no estadounidenses.

프린시펄 자산 관리국제 주식 ETF(PIEQ)를 출시했습니다. 이 대형주 포트폴리오는 현재 1,548억 달러의 AUM을 관리하는 자산 팀이 운영하고 있습니다. 이번 출시는 2023년 3,490억 달러에 이르는 액티브 ETF에 대한 수요가 기록적인 가운데 이루어졌으며, 향후 2년 동안 자문 Allocations이 45% 증가할 것으로 예상됩니다. 이 추가로 인해 프린시펄의 ETF 제공이 10개로 늘어나며, 총 약 47억 달러의 자산을 관리하게 됩니다. 이 펀드는 프린시펄 주식 팀의 비 미국 주식 전략 관리에 대한 20년의 경험을 활용할 것입니다.

Principal Asset Management a lancé le Fonds négocié en bourse international (PIEQ), un portefeuille de grandes capitalisations géré par leur équipe d'actions qui supervise actuellement 154,8 milliards de dollars d'AUM. Le lancement intervient dans un contexte de demande record pour les ETF actifs, qui ont atteint 349 milliards de dollars en 2023, avec des allocations conseillées devant augmenter de 45 % au cours des deux prochaines années. Cet ajout porte l'offre d'ETF de Principal à 10, gérant collectivement environ 4,7 milliards de dollars d'actifs. Le fonds tirera parti des vingt ans d'expérience de l'équipe d'actions de Principal dans la gestion de stratégies de actions hors des États-Unis.

Principal Asset Management hat den International Equity ETF (PIEQ) gestartet, ein Large-Cap-Portfolio, das von ihrem Aktien-Team verwaltet wird, welches derzeit $154,8 Milliarden in AUM betreut. Der Start erfolgt angesichts einer rekordverdächtigen Nachfrage nach aktiven ETFs, die 2023 $349 Milliarden erreichte, wobei die Zuweisungen von Beratern in den nächsten zwei Jahren voraussichtlich um 45% steigen werden. Diese Ergänzung bringt die ETF-Angebote von Principal auf 10, die gemeinsam etwa $4,7 Milliarden in Vermögenswerten verwalten. Der Fonds wird auf die zwanzigjährige Erfahrung des Principal-Aktienteams in der Verwaltung von Nicht-US-Aktionsstrategien zurückgreifen.

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  • Assets under management of $154.8 billion in active fundamental equities
  • Expansion of ETF portfolio to 10 funds with $4.7 billion in total AUM
  • Launch aligns with growing market demand for active ETFs
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The launch of Principal's International Equity ETF (PIEQ) represents a strategic move in the rapidly growing active ETF market. With $349 billion in active ETF inflows during 2023 and projected 45% growth in advisor allocations over the next two years, this product launch is well-timed. Principal's equities division, managing $154.8 billion in AUM, brings substantial expertise to this offering.

The ETF expands Principal's product suite to 10 ETFs with combined AUM of $4.7 billion. This international focus capitalizes on growing demand for global diversification through actively managed vehicles. The timing aligns with market trends showing increased appetite for professional management in international markets, where information asymmetries can create opportunities for active managers.

New offering expands flagship capabilities to meet client demand in the market

DES MOINES, Iowa--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Principal Asset Management℠ announced the launch of the International Equity ETF (PIEQ). This ETF will be a large-cap portfolio managed by the Principal equities team. Principal equities, with $154.8 billion in AUM1, has a focused investment strategy combining global insights with local knowledge to deliver a wide range of specialized equity investment solutions.

Demand for active ETFs was the strongest ever in 2023, reaching an all-time high of $349 billion in the category2. This is expected to continue as advisor allocations to active ETFs are expected to increase by 45% over the next two years3. The International Equity ETF now offered by Principal helps meet this client demand.

“This new offering continues the buildout of our active ETF lineup, which leverages our strong capabilities and provides investors an efficient vehicle for investing in international markets,” said George Maris, CIO and global head of equities, Principal Asset Management. “As the active ETF market expands, we remain committed to developing solutions offering value, flexibility, and expert insights to meet the evolving needs of our clients seeking diversified global exposure.”

The Principal equities team, led by George Maris, has over two decades of experience managing non-U.S. equity strategies.

With the addition of the International Equity ETF, Principal offers 10 ETFs designed to enhance investor returns, mitigate risk, and improve portfolio diversification. Combined, they represent approximately $4.7 billion in assets under management4.

1 Active fundamental equities as of September 30, 2024
2 Broadridge 2024 Global Market Research Overview
3 Broadridge Spring 2024 Global Market Research Overview
4 As of October 31, 2024

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Principal Asset Management is the global investment management business for Principal Financial Group® and includes the asset management operations of the following : Principal Global Investors, LLC; Principal Real Estate Investors, LLC; Principal Real Estate Europe Limited and its affiliates; Spectrum Asset Management, Inc.; Post Advisory Group, LLC; Origin Asset Management, LLP; Claritas Investimentos; Principal Global Investors (Europe) Limited; Principal Global Investors (Singapore) Limited.; Principal Global Investors (Australia) Ltd.; Principal Global Investors (Japan) Ltd.; Principal Asset Management Company (Asia) Ltd., and include assets where we provide model portfolios. Marketing assets under management include certain assets that are managed by Principal International and Retirement and Income Solutions (RIS) divisions of Principal.

All figures shown in this document are in U.S. dollars unless otherwise noted. All assets under management figures shown in this document are gross figures and may include leverage, unless otherwise noted. Assets under management may include model-only assets managed by the firm, where the firm has no control as to whether investment recommendations are accepted, or the firm does not have trading authority over the assets.

ALPS Distributors, Inc. is the distributor of the Principal ETFs. ALPS Distributors, Inc. and the Principal Funds are not affiliated.

Principal Equities is an investment team within Principal Global Investors.

Principal Asset Management℠ is a trade name of Principal Global Investors, LLC.

About Principal Asset Management

With public and private market capabilities across all asset classes, Principal Asset Management and its investment specialists look at asset management through a different lens, creating solutions to help deliver client investment objectives. By applying local insights with global perspectives, Principal Asset Management identifies distinct and compelling investment opportunities for more than 1,100 institutional clients in over 80 markets.1 Principal Asset Management is the global investment solutions business for Principal Financial Group® (Nasdaq: PFG), managing $585.6 billion in assets1 and recognized as a “Best Places to Work in Money Management”2 for 12 consecutive years.

[1] As of September 30, 2024
[2] Pensions & Investments, “The Best Places to Work in Money Management”, among companies with 1,000 or more employees, December 12, 2023.

©2024 Principal Financial Services, Inc., Principal®, Principal Financial Group®, Principal Asset Management, and Principal and the logomark design are registered trademarks and service marks of Principal Financial Services, Inc., a Principal Financial Group company, in various countries around the world and may be used only with the permission of Principal Financial Services, Inc. Principal Asset Management℠ is a trade name of Principal Global Investors, LLC. Principal Real Estate is a trade name of Principal Real Estate Investors, LLC, an affiliate of Principal Global Investors.

Media Contact:

Ashley Miller

miller.ashley@principal.com

515-878-6295

Source: Principal Financial

FAQ

What is the ticker symbol for Principal's new International Equity ETF?

The ticker symbol for Principal's new International Equity ETF is PIEQ.

How many ETFs does Principal Asset Management now offer after launching PIEQ?

Principal Asset Management now offers 10 ETFs, representing approximately $4.7 billion in assets under management.

What was the total market demand for active ETFs in 2023?

Active ETFs reached an all-time high of $349 billion in demand during 2023.

How much are advisor allocations to active ETFs expected to increase?

Advisor allocations to active ETFs are expected to increase by 45% over the next two years.

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