
BCT enters into a strategic relationship with Principal, strengthening their leadership in the MPF market while providing greater benefits to customers

Principal® names Deanna Strable next president and CEO
Dan Houston to remain executive chair of the Board.
Improvements in digitized financial infrastructure make Hong Kong the second most financially inclusive market globally, according to Global Financial Inclusion Index from Principal®
Financial inclusion is an important lens through which investors can assess the underlying economic…
Two-thirds of Hong Kong consumers feel financially included, according to new Principal® survey
The financial lives of respondents in Singapore, Hong Kong, and Malaysia remain challenged due to the…
Principal® names Kamal Bhatia head of asset management
Principal Financial Group® (Nasdaq: PFG) today announced Kamal Bhatia, global head of investments and…
Principal® launches China new energy innovation fund
Principal Asset Management today announced the the launch of CCB Principal China New Energy Innovation Fund (…
Hong Kong improves overall financial inclusion according to Global Financial Inclusion Index from Principal®
The Global Financial Inclusion Index ranks 42 markets on three pillars of financial inclusion—government,…
End of pandemic support and higher inflation driving increased financial strain across Asia, according to new Principal® survey
Research finds lower levels of savings, higher levels of debt hampering populations’ ability to set and…
Principal Hong Kong 2023 1H Economic and Asset Allocation Outlook (Only available in Chinese)

Hong Kong is fourth-highest ranking market for financial inclusion globally, according to Global Financial Inclusion Index from Principal®
High scores are driven by strong investment in financial technology and digital infrastructure
Principal appoints new leaders for Hong Kong business
Principal Financial Group® today announced two new leadership hires to support its business in Hong Kong.…
Principal Hong Kong 2022 2H Economic and Asset Allocation Outlook
Principal Hong Kong today released the 2022 2H Economic and Asset Allocation Outlook, in which Ms. Crystal…
Principal appoints new leader for China

Principal Financial Group announces Global Financial Inclusion Index
Inaugural study examines key drivers shaping financial inclusion in 40+ markets, provides actionable insights…
Principal introduces first local-domiciled ESG Asian Income and Allocation Strategies to Hong Kong Market
Principal Hong Kong (“Principal”) announced the launch of the Principal Sustainable Asian Income Fund today…
The “Principal Hong Kong Retirement Health Index” findings show A Happy & Healthy Retirement Life driven more by Financial Literacy - not just wealth
The “Principal Hong Kong Retirement Health Index 2021” survey (Principal HK RHI) reveals Hongkongers’…
Principal Financial Group recognized as a climate change leader with A- rating from CDP
Principal Financial Group has again achieved Leadership status for environmental stewardship from CDP,…
Principal Financial Group adds new global leaders to executive team
Principal Financial Group announced global leadership changes – elevating president of Principal Asia, Thomas…
Principal Launches “The Power of Focus” New Brand Campaign to Stay Focused on Helping Customers Achieve Long-term Retirement Goals
Principal has rolled out “The Power of Focus” new brand campaign to capture the essence of the ongoing and…
Principal Successfully Completed Scheme Merger with Fee Reduction & New Funds Introduced to Flagship MPF Scheme
Principal Trust Company (Asia) Limited announced today the successful completion of merging Principal MPF…
Principal accredited as “Good MPF Employer 6 Years”
Principal Hong Kong announced that its member companies have attained "Good MPF Employer 6 Years", "e-…
Principal Enhances Flagship MPF Scheme by Scheme Merge with New Funds & Fee Reduction
Principal Trust Company (Asia) Limited has announced today the merger of the MPF scheme series 800 ("S800")…
Principal brings in new income solutions for Hong Kong investors
Principal has expanded its mutual fund platform by introducing new target yield* share classes for Hong Kong…
Principal appoints new leaders for Hong Kong pension and long-term savings business
Principal Financial Group announced today Dave Aston has been named CEO of Principal Trust Company(Asia)…
Principal launches MPF Tax Deductible Voluntary Contributions (TVC)
Principal Trust company (Asia) Limited announces the launch of the MPF tax-deductible voluntary contributions…
Thomas Cheong named to lead Asia for Principal International
(Hong Kong and Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia) – Today, Principal announced Thomas Cheong, president of Principal…
Principal received Good MPF Employer Award for fourth consecutive year
Principal Hong Kong and its member companies are proud to be recognized as a Good MPF Employer for the fourth…
Principal eyes disruption sponsors HKSSG’s startup members at RISE Conference
Principal Hong Kong is partnering with Hong Kong Startup Support Group (HKSSG) to support 10 startups to…
Principal recognized as a Good MPF Employer for third consecutive year
Mandatory Provident Fund Schemes Authority (“MPFA”) recognized Principal Hong Kong and its member companies…
Voluntary pensions help enable financial security
In most countries around the globe, people are living longer. The aging of the population poses special…
China Construction Bank (Asia) and Principal Hong Kong Sign Agreement to Strengthen Relationship and Develop Mandatory Provident Fund and Asset Management Businesses
China Construction Bank (Asia) Corporation Limited (“CCB (Asia)”) and Principal Hong Kong ( “Principal” )…
Principal supports a series of MPF investor education activities
(Chinese Version only)
Rex Auyeung to retire as Principal Asia Chair from Principal International after 23 years of service
Principal Financial Group® announced today that Rex Auyeung, chairman of Principal Asia, will be retiring in…
Principal Comments on the Outcome of US Presidential Election
After the United Kingdom’s surprise vote to leave the European Union membership referendum (“Brexit”), Trump’…
Principal recognized as a Good MPF Employer
Principal Hong Kong (“Principal”) and its member companies have been awarded the “Good MPF Employer Award…
Principal Reduces Management Fees for MPF Schemes
Principal Hong Kong (“Principal”) announced today a reduction of management fees for 14 constituent funds…
Principal Supports Raising the Level of Financial Literacy of Hong Kong Employees
An independent study from CREATE-Research commissioned by Principal Financial Group®, “Financial Literacy:…
Principal Trust Company (Asia) Announces Change in Administrator, Custodian and Trustee of the Principal MPF Smart Plan and Principal MPF Simple Plan
Principal Trust Company (Asia) Limited ("PTC (Asia)”), which is the current trustee of two other MPF schemes…
Principal Comments on Brexit and Market Volatility
Principal Hong Kong (“Principal”) expects a period of higher investment market volatility following from the…
Principal Brings Award-winning Funds from CCB Principal to Hong Kong under Mainland-Hong Kong Mutual Recognition of Funds Scheme
Principal Hong Kong (“Principal”) today announced that the company will distribute two southbound funds – CCB…
Global Aging Report Sponsored by Principal Finds Advantages in Funded Retirement Systems
The Principal Financial Group® (“Principal”) recently sponsored a research report by the nonprofit Global…
Principal and China Construction Bank Sign Agreement to Strengthen Relationship and Grow Pension and Asset Management Business in China
Principal Financial Group® ( “Principal” ) and China Construction Bank ( “CCB” ) have announced the signing…
Principal's MPF scheme was named as "2016 MPF Scheme of the Year"
Principal Hong Kong is delighted to announce that one of its MPF schemes was named as the “2016 MPF Scheme of…
Principal Clinches Outstanding Awards in BENCHMARK Fund of the Year Awards 2015
Principal was again recognized at the prestigious BENCHMARK Fund of the Year Awards 2015 held at the Conrad…
Principal Aims to Provide Better Customer Value for MPF Members in the Principal MPF Smart Plan and Principal MPF Simple Plan
Important Notes: 1. You should consider your own risk tolerance level and financial circumstances before…
Principal is awarded the Good MPF Employer Award 2014/2015 by the MPFA
Principal Hong Kong (“Principal”) today announced that its member companies (Principal Insurance Company (HK…
Principal Announces Completion of Acquisition of AXAs MPF and ORSO Business
The Principal Financial Group® (The Principal) today announced the completion of the acquisition of AXA's…