Principal SAM Conservative Growth R3 (PCGPX)
| Fund Assets | 3.34B |
| Expense Ratio | 1.38% |
| Min. Investment | $0.00 |
| Turnover | 18.30% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 1.13 |
| Dividend Yield | 6.30% |
| Dividend Growth | 666.80% |
| Payout Frequency | n/a |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Dec 31, 2024 |
| Previous Close | 20.17 |
| YTD Return | 12.38% |
| 1-Year Return | 20.42% |
| 5-Year Return | 71.80% |
| 52-Week Low | 16.23 |
| 52-Week High | 20.25 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 27 |
| Inception Date | Jan 17, 2007 |
About PCGPX
Principal SAM Conservative Growth Portfolio R-3 is a multi-asset mutual fund designed to provide long-term capital appreciation through a diversified investment approach. Operating as a fund of funds, it primarily allocates assets among other mutual funds and exchange-traded funds within the Principal family, balancing exposure to equity, fixed income, and specialty asset classes. The portfolio typically maintains a moderately aggressive allocation, favoring large-cap U.S. equities along with select international stocks and a significant portion allocated to core fixed income instruments. This blend aims to capture growth potential while managing overall risk, suiting investors who seek capital appreciation with a conservative growth profile. Notably, the portfolio features experienced management and a strategy that diversifies across market sectors, making it a common choice for inclusion in retirement plans. Although its expense ratio is above average relative to peers, the fund emphasizes consistency in its asset allocation and risk-adjusted returns over time, playing a significant role in supporting long-term investment objectives for retirement-focused investors.
Performance
PCGPX had a total return of 20.42% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 6.64%.
Top 10 Holdings
77.60% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Principal U.S. Mega-Cap ETF | USMC | 16.22% |
| Principal Capital Appreciation Inst | PWCIX | 14.66% |
| Principal Equity Income Fund | PEIIX | 10.48% |
| Principal Large Cap Value III Inst | PLVIX | 7.15% |
| Principal Core Fixed Income R6 | PICNX | 6.15% |
| Principal Blue Chip R6 | PGBHX | 5.99% |
| Principal LargeCap Growth I R6 | PLCGX | 5.10% |
| Principal International Equity ETF | PIEQ | 4.23% |
| Principal Overseas Instl | PINZX | 4.04% |
| Principal Bond Market Index Instl | PNIIX | 3.58% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 31, 2024 | $0.228 | Dec 31, 2024 |
| Dec 19, 2024 | $1.1323 | Dec 19, 2024 |
| Dec 29, 2023 | $0.1774 | Dec 29, 2023 |
| Dec 30, 2022 | $0.1238 | Dec 30, 2022 |
| Dec 20, 2022 | $1.6249 | Dec 20, 2022 |
| Dec 31, 2021 | $0.2047 | Dec 31, 2021 |