Principal SmallCap Value Fund II R-5 Class (PLARX)
| Fund Assets | 1.19B |
| Expense Ratio | 1.20% |
| Min. Investment | $0.00 |
| Turnover | 89.90% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 0.99 |
| Dividend Yield | 8.11% |
| Dividend Growth | -21.35% |
| Payout Frequency | Semi-Annual |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Dec 19, 2025 |
| Previous Close | 12.07 |
| YTD Return | 10.02% |
| 1-Year Return | 17.47% |
| 5-Year Return | 58.16% |
| 52-Week Low | 8.30 |
| 52-Week High | 12.31 |
| Beta (5Y) | 1.04 |
| Holdings | 1566 |
| Inception Date | Jun 1, 2004 |
About PLARX
Principal SmallCap Value Fund II R5 is a mutual fund focused on long-term capital growth by investing primarily in equity securities of companies with small market capitalizations. Adhering to a value-oriented strategy, the fund targets equities that the investment team believes are undervalued relative to their intrinsic worth, aiming to capture opportunities often overlooked in the small-cap segment. At least 80% of its net assets, plus any borrowings for investment purposes, are allocated to small-cap value stocks, making it a distinctive vehicle for gaining diversified exposure to this market niche. The fund is actively managed by a team of experienced portfolio managers who emphasize disciplined research and risk management. Tracking its performance against the Russell 2000 Value Index, the fund serves investors seeking potential growth from smaller U.S. companies while maintaining a value bias. Its role in the broader financial market is to provide access to smaller, potentially underappreciated firms, offering diversification benefits within an equity allocation and appealing to those aiming to participate in the long-term growth of the small-cap value sector.
Performance
PLARX had a total return of 17.47% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 16.75%.
Equivalent Funds
These are funds that follow the same index from the other major fund companies.
| Symbol | Provider | Name | Expense Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| FCVCX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Small Cap Value Fund - Class C | 2.06% |
| FCVAX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Small Cap Value Fund - Class A | 1.30% |
| FCVTX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Small Cap Value Fund - Class M | 1.54% |
| FIKNX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Small Cap Value Fund - Class Z | 0.90% |
| FCVIX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Small Cap Value Fund - Class I | 1.03% |
Top 10 Holdings
15.12% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| iShares Russell 2000 Value ETF | IWN | 2.65% |
| Principal Government Money Market R-6 | PGWXX | 2.17% |
| Cushman & Wakefield Limited | CWK | 1.53% |
| Element Solutions Inc | ESI | 1.31% |
| Zions Bancorporation, National Association | ZION | 1.29% |
| Selective Insurance Group, Inc. | SIGI | 1.28% |
| Artisan Partners Asset Management Inc. | APAM | 1.24% |
| Cullen/Frost Bankers, Inc. | CFR | 1.24% |
| Prosperity Bancshares, Inc. | PB | 1.22% |
| The Hanover Insurance Group, Inc. | THG | 1.20% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 19, 2025 | $0.1191 | Dec 19, 2025 |
| Dec 18, 2025 | $0.8696 | Dec 18, 2025 |
| Dec 20, 2024 | $0.1417 | Dec 20, 2024 |
| Dec 19, 2024 | $1.1154 | Dec 19, 2024 |
| Dec 21, 2023 | $0.1027 | Dec 21, 2023 |
| Dec 20, 2023 | $0.2452 | Dec 20, 2023 |