Principal SmallCap S&P 600 Index Fund Institutional Class (PSSIX)
| Fund Assets | 1.23B |
| Expense Ratio | 0.21% |
| Min. Investment | $0.00 |
| Turnover | 35.90% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 2.67 |
| Dividend Yield | 9.55% |
| Dividend Growth | 13.78% |
| Payout Frequency | Semi-Annual |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Dec 19, 2025 |
| Previous Close | 27.80 |
| YTD Return | 13.01% |
| 1-Year Return | 37.61% |
| 5-Year Return | 39.75% |
| 52-Week Low | 22.42 |
| 52-Week High | 28.28 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 610 |
| Inception Date | Mar 1, 2001 |
About PSSIX
The Principal SmallCap S&P 600 Index Fund Institutional Class is a mutual fund designed to closely track the performance of the S&P SmallCap 600 Index, which represents the small-cap segment of the U.S. equity market. The fund seeks long-term capital growth by investing at least 80% of its net assets in equity securities that comprise this benchmark index. Through a strategy known as representative sampling, the fund constructs a portfolio that mimics the index’s performance and employs derivative instruments and exchange-traded funds as part of its approach. It features a low expense ratio, positioning it as a cost-effective choice within its category. The fund is classified in the "Small Blend" category, reflecting its diversified exposure to U.S. small-cap equities across a range of sectors, such as consumer cyclical, technology, healthcare, and industrials. As an institutional share class, it is tailored for large-scale investors seeking efficient small-cap equity exposure. With a long track record since its inception in 2001, the fund plays a significant role for investors and institutions aiming to capture the growth potential and risk characteristics of U.S. small-cap stocks while maintaining broad diversification and competitive fees.
Performance
PSSIX had a total return of 37.61% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 10.08%.
Top 10 Holdings
6.30% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Principal Government Money Market R-6 | PGWXX | 0.82% |
| E-Mini Russ 2000 Mar26 | n/a | 0.79% |
| Solstice Advanced Materials, Inc. | SOLS | 0.78% |
| Moog Inc. | MOG.A | 0.60% |
| InterDigital, Inc. | IDCC | 0.59% |
| CareTrust REIT, Inc. | CTRE | 0.57% |
| SiTime Corporation | SITM | 0.55% |
| iShares Core S&P Small Cap ETF | IJR | 0.54% |
| Eastman Chemical Company | EMN | 0.54% |
| LKQ Corporation | LKQ | 0.53% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 19, 2025 | $0.3332 | Dec 19, 2025 |
| Dec 18, 2025 | $2.3365 | Dec 18, 2025 |
| Dec 20, 2024 | $0.3325 | Dec 20, 2024 |
| Dec 19, 2024 | $2.0139 | Dec 19, 2024 |
| Dec 21, 2023 | $0.3864 | Dec 21, 2023 |
| Dec 20, 2023 | $0.7545 | Dec 20, 2023 |