Boardroom Alpha
Start trial
10-K primary document
PFG · Annual Report (Form 10-K) · Filed February 18, 2026

Principal Financial Group Inc — 10-K exhibit

pfg-20251231xex23.htm
Principal Financial Group Inc on Boardroom Alpha

Exhibit 23

CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM

We consent to the incorporation by reference in the following registration statements:

1)Universal shelf Registration Statement (Form S-3ASR, File No. 333-270046) and related Prospectus of Principal Financial Group, Inc. and Principal Financial Services, Inc. for the registration of an unspecified amount of various securities,
2)Registration Statement (Form S-8, File No. 333-143070) pertaining to Principal Financial Group, Inc. 2005 Stock Incentive Plan and Principal Financial Group, Inc. 2005 Directors Stock Plan,
3)Registration Statement (Form S-8, File No. 333-201505) pertaining to Principal Financial Group, Inc. 2014 Stock Incentive Plan and Principal Financial Group, Inc. 2014 Directors Stock Plan,
4)Registration Statement (Form S-8, File No. 333-178510) pertaining to The Principal Select Savings Plan for Individual Field and The Principal Select Savings Plan for Employees,
5)Registration Statement (Form S-8, File No. 333-160232) pertaining to Principal Financial Group, Inc. Employee Stock Purchase Plan,
6)Registration Statement (Form S-8, File No. 333-240240) pertaining to Principal Financial Group, Inc. Employee Stock Purchase Plan,
7)Registration Statement (Form S-8, File No. 333-240241) pertaining to Principal Financial Group, Inc. 2020 Directors Stock Plan,
8)Registration Statement (Form S-8, File No. 333-256363) pertaining to Principal Financial Group, Inc. 2021 Stock Incentive Plan and
9)Registration Statement (Form S-8, File No. 333-260964) as amended pertaining to The Principal Select Savings Plan.

of our reports dated February 18, 2026, with respect to the consolidated financial statements and schedules of Principal Financial Group, Inc., and the effectiveness of internal control over financial reporting of Principal Financial Group, Inc., included in this Annual Report (Form 10-K) of Principal Financial Group, Inc. for the year ended December 31, 2025.

​

​

/s/ Ernst & Young LLP

Des Moines, Iowa

​

February 18, 2026

​

​

Disclaimer

The opinions and information contained herein have been obtained or derived from sources believed to be reliable, but Boardroom Alpha cannot guarantee its accuracy and completeness, and that of the opinions based thereon.

This report contains opinions and is provided for informational purposes only – it does not constitute investment, legal or tax advice. You should not rely solely upon the research herein for purposes of transacting securities or other investments, and you are encouraged to conduct your own research and due diligence, and to seek the advice of a qualified securities professional before you make any investment.

None of the information contained in this report constitutes, or is intended to constitute a recommendation by Boardroom Alpha of any particular security or trading strategy or a determination by Boardroom Alpha that any security or trading strategy is suitable for any specific person. To the extent any of the information contained herein may be deemed to be investment advice, such information is impersonal and not tailored to the investment needs of any specific person.

No representation or warranty, expressed or implied, is made on behalf of Boardroom Alpha as to the accuracy or completeness of the information contained herein. Boardroom Alpha does not accept any liability for any direct, indirect or consequential loss or damage suffered by any person as a result of relying on all or any part of this research and any liability is expressly disclaimed.

Full disclaimer