Principal SmallCap Fund Class R6

Principal SmallCap Fund Class R6 is an actively managed mutual fund focused on long-term capital growth by investing primarily in U.S. companies with small market capitalizations. The fund seeks to allocate at least 80% of its net assets to equity securities of small-cap firms, emphasizing businesses with strong fundamentals, improving prospects, and attractive relative valuations. It typically holds a blend of value and growth-oriented stocks, spanning a diverse range of industries and sectors within the small-cap segment. Launched in 2016, this fund offers investors exposure to the dynamic small-cap equity market, which is known for greater price volatility but also the potential for higher returns compared to large-cap stocks. The fund benchmarks its performance against the Russell 2000 Index—widely recognized as a barometer of the U.S. small-cap equity market. With a competitive expense ratio and annual or semi-annual dividend distributions, Principal SmallCap Fund Class R6 serves as a core holding for investors seeking diversified access to emerging and rapidly growing U.S. companies within their portfolios.