MLG Financial

03/31/2026

Is your employer-sponsored retirement plan at a turning point?

A demographic shift poses a challenge for employers: helping your employees convert retirement savings into sustainable income to last 30+ years.

Felix Okwaning, Managing Director - Enhanced Plan Design at Principal®, draws on his decades of experience to help you navigate these changes.

Get Felix's full take: https://www.principal.com/businesses/trends-insights/401k-20-retirement-income-building-next-gen-retirement-plan?utm_medium=socialselling&utm_source=socialchannel&utm_term=livesocial

03/27/2026

Many employers may feel uneasy about the future of our national economy—but the data tells a different story. U.S. GDP growth is close to 4%, even as confidence dips.* Many small and midsize businesses (SMBs) are staying strong thanks to solid balance sheets and smart investments in AI.
So, how can you help your clients cut through the noise? In the recent 2026 outlook webinar from Principal®, you'll hear practical insights to help you guide SMB owners with confidence—backed by real data, not headlines.

* Bloomberg, Principal Asset Management data as of Q4 2025.

principal.com

03/25/2026

Here's a bit of good news: Nearly three-fourths of small business owners have no plans to reduce their staff this year. 🥳Read about other emerging business trends, including expected growth, here: https://livesocial.seismic.com/aUQYgf

03/23/2026

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03/19/2026

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03/17/2026

tucson.com

03/13/2026

Get a clear view of the key themes shaping retirement policy in 2026, with practical insights to help you stay ahead of potential changes. Explore the bill details.

https://livesocial.seismic.com/aEi4KY

03/11/2026

Innovation only matters when it solves real challenges and in 2025, Principal® invested in meaningful enhancements designed to anticipate evolving needs and help drive better outcomes. Thank you for your collaboration and trust in making this possible.
https://livesocial.seismic.com/apFxo7

03/09/2026

Despite recent economic uncertainty, 62% of businesses expect growth this year. Two-thirds even expect to improve financial health. 💵 Discover key takeaways from the Principal Financial Well-Being IndexSM and learn how small business owners plan to tackle 2026:
https://livesocial.seismic.com/a2kBL-

03/06/2026

Join Principal® for a breakdown of some money basics to help you turn roadblocks into simple solutions—no jargon, no judgment. Just practical tips to help you level up your money game. Register today!
https://livesocial.seismic.com/a9EvIr

03/04/2026

On February 28, the U.S. and Israel launched coordinated military operations against Iran. While geopolitical shocks often trigger short-lived market drawdowns, oil prices remain the critical transmission channel to growth, inflation, and policy.

Read more in the full market response from Principal Asset Management℠: https://www.principalam.com/us/insights/macro-views/us-israel-vs-iran-sharpening-geopolitical-fault-line?utm_medium=socialselling&utm_source=socialchannel&utm_term=livesocial

03/03/2026

When employees retire on their own terms, everyone can benefit.

Automatic enrollment, automatic increase, and other plan features can help employees start saving earlier and build consistency over time.

Learn how these features can help address delayed retirements while supporting your broader workforce strategy.

https://www.principal.com/about-us/retirement-research-and-thought-leadership/navigating-cost-delayed-retirement?utm_medium=socialselling&utm_source=socialchannel&utm_term=livesocial