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June 23, 2025 N-14

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on June 23, 2025

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on June 23, 2025 File No. 333- UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM N-14 REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 Pre-Effective Amendment No. Post-Effective Amendment No. (Check appropriate box or boxes) PRINCIPAL FUNDS, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) 711 High Street

June 23, 2025 EX-99.4(A)

FORM OF PLAN OF ACQUISITION Edge MidCap Fund and MidCap Fund

FORM OF PLAN OF ACQUISITION Edge MidCap Fund and MidCap Fund The Board of Directors (the “Board”) of Principal Funds, Inc.

June 23, 2025 EX-99.16

PRINCIPAL FUNDS, INC. POWER OF ATTORNEY

PRINCIPAL FUNDS, INC. POWER OF ATTORNEY Each member of the Board of Directors of Principal Funds, Inc. (the “Fund”), whose signature appears below, hereby constitutes and appoints Kamal Bhatia, Laura B. Latham, Deanna Y. Pellack, Adam U. Shaikh, and John L. Sullivan, and each of them, his/her true and lawful attorneys and agents, with full power and authority of substitution and resubstitution, to

June 23, 2025 EX-99.4(C)

FORM OF PLAN OF ACQUISITION MidCap Growth Fund III and MidCap Fund

FORM OF PLAN OF ACQUISITION MidCap Growth Fund III and MidCap Fund The Board of Directors (the “Board”) of Principal Funds, Inc.

June 23, 2025 EX-99.4(B)

FORM OF PLAN OF ACQUISITION MidCap Growth Fund and MidCap Fund

FORM OF PLAN OF ACQUISITION MidCap Growth Fund and MidCap Fund The Board of Directors (the “Board”) of Principal Funds, Inc.

June 23, 2025 EX-99.14

Consent of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm

Consent of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm We consent to the references to our firm under the captions “Financial Statements” and “Appendix C – Financial Highlights” in the Information Statement/Prospectus and “Table of Contents” and “Information Incorporated by Reference” in the Statement of Additional Information included in this Registration Statement (Form N-14) of Principal Funds, Inc.

June 23, 2025 EX-99.11

Principal Funds, Inc.

Principal Funds, Inc. 711 High Street, Des Moines, IA 50392 515 247 5111 tel June 23, 2025 Principal Funds, Inc. Des Moines, Iowa 50392-2080 RE: Registration Statement on Form N-14 Pursuant to Securities Act of 1933 Registration No. I am familiar with the organization of Principal Funds, Inc. (the "Fund") under the laws of the State of Maryland and have reviewed the above-referenced Registration S

June 20, 2025 CORRESP

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Principal Exchange-Traded Funds 711 High Street, Des Moines, IA 50392 515 247 5111 tel June 20, 2025 Via EDGAR Timothy Worthington, Esq.

June 4, 2025 DEF 14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant [X] Filed by a party other than the Registrant [ ] Check the appropriate box: [ ] Preliminary Proxy Statement [ ] Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2))

May 23, 2025 PRE 14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant [X] Filed by a party other than the Registrant [ ] Check the appropriate box: [X] Preliminary Proxy Statement [ ] Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2))

May 21, 2025 DEF 14C

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14C INFORMATION Information Statement Pursuant to Section 14(c) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. __)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14C INFORMATION Information Statement Pursuant to Section 14(c) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Check the appropriate box: [ ] Preliminary Information Statement [ ] Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14c-5(d)(2)) [x] Definitive Information Statement PRINCIPAL FUN

April 22, 2025 EX-99.(12)(B)

2

March 3, 2025 Board of Directors PFI – High Income Fund 711 High Street Des Moines, IA 50392 RE Acquisition of PFI – High Income Fund By PFI – High Yield Fund To the Board of Directors PFI High Yield Fund, a separate series of Principal Funds, Inc.

April 22, 2025 POS EX

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on April 22, 2025 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM N-14 REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 Pre-Effective Amendment No. ___ Post-Effe

Securities Act Registration No. 333-284120 As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on April 22, 2025 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM N-14 REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 Pre-Effective Amendment No. Post-Effective Amendment No. 1 PRINCIPAL FUNDS, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) 711 High Street,

April 22, 2025 EX-99.(12)(A)

2

March 3, 2025 Board of Directors PFI – High Yield Fund 711 High Street Des Moines, IA 50392 RE Acquisition of PFI – High Income Fund By PFI – High Yield Fund To the Board of Directors PFI High Yield Fund, a separate series of Principal Funds, Inc.

January 13, 2025 DEF 14C

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14C INFORMATION Information Statement Pursuant to Section 14(c) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. __)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14C INFORMATION Information Statement Pursuant to Section 14(c) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Check the appropriate box: [ ] Preliminary Information Statement [ ] Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14c-5(d)(2)) [x] Definitive Information Statement PRINCIPAL FUN

January 7, 2025 NPORT-EX

- (1.62)%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund July 31, 2024 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

January 3, 2025 EX-99.14

Consent of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm

Consent of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm We consent to the references to our firm under the captions “Financial Statements” and “Appendix B – Financial Highlights” in the Information Statement/Prospectus and “Table of Contents” and “Information Incorporated by Reference” in the Statement of Additional Information included in this Registration Statement (Form N-14) of Principal Funds, Inc.

January 3, 2025 EX-99.16

PRINCIPAL FUNDS, INC. POWER OF ATTORNEY

PRINCIPAL FUNDS, INC. POWER OF ATTORNEY Each member of the Board of Directors of Principal Funds, Inc. (the “Fund”), whose signature appears below, hereby constitutes and appoints Kamal Bhatia, Laura B. Latham, Deanna Y. Pellack, Adam U. Shaikh, and John L. Sullivan, and each of them, his/her true and lawful attorneys and agents, with full power and authority of substitution and resubstitution, to

January 3, 2025 EX-99.4(A)

PLAN OF ACQUISITION High Income Fund and High Yield Fund

PLAN OF ACQUISITION High Income Fund and High Yield Fund The Board of Directors (the “Board”) of Principal Funds, Inc.

January 3, 2025 N-14

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on January 3, 2025

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on January 3, 2025 File No. 333- UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM N-14 REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 Pre-Effective Amendment No. Post-Effective Amendment No. (Check appropriate box or boxes) PRINCIPAL FUNDS, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) 711 High Stre

January 3, 2025 EX-99.11

Principal Funds, Inc.

Principal Funds, Inc. 711 High Street, Des Moines, IA 50392 515 247 5111 tel January 3, 2025 Principal Funds, Inc. Des Moines, Iowa 50392-2080 RE: Registration Statement on Form N-14 Pursuant to Securities Act of 1933 Registration No. I am familiar with the organization of Principal Funds, Inc. (the "Fund") under the laws of the State of Maryland and have reviewed the above-referenced Registration

March 13, 2024 DEF 14C

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14C INFORMATION Information Statement Pursuant to Section 14(c) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. __)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14C INFORMATION Information Statement Pursuant to Section 14(c) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Check the appropriate box: [ ] Preliminary Information Statement [ ] Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14c-5(d)(2)) [x] Definitive Information Statement PRINCIPAL FUN

February 15, 2024 DEF 14C

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14C INFORMATION Information Statement Pursuant to Section 14(c) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. __)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14C INFORMATION Information Statement Pursuant to Section 14(c) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Check the appropriate box: [ ] Preliminary Information Statement [ ] Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14c-5(d)(2)) [x] Definitive Information Statement PRINCIPAL FUN

February 15, 2024 DEF 14C

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14C INFORMATION Information Statement Pursuant to Section 14(c) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. __)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14C INFORMATION Information Statement Pursuant to Section 14(c) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Check the appropriate box: [ ] Preliminary Information Statement [ ] Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14c-5(d)(2)) [x] Definitive Information Statement PRINCIPAL FUN

September 21, 2023 DEF 14C

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14C INFORMATION Information Statement Pursuant to Section 14(c) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. __)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14C INFORMATION Information Statement Pursuant to Section 14(c) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Check the appropriate box: [ ] Preliminary Information Statement [ ] Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14c-5(d)(2)) [x] Definitive Information Statement PRINCIPAL FUN

May 24, 2023 EX-99.(12)(A)

Opinion and Consent of Randy D. Bolin, Assistant Tax Counsel to Acquiring Fund on tax matters

May 12, 2023 Board of Directors PFI – Principal LifeTime Strategic Income Fund 711 High Street Des Moines, IA 50392 RE Acquisition of PFI - Principal LifeTime 2010 Fund By PFI - Principal LifeTime Strategic Income Fund To the Board of Directors PFI LifeTime Strategic Income Fund, a separate series of Principal Funds, Inc.

May 24, 2023 EX-99.(12)(B)

Opinion and Consent of Jared A. Yepsen, Assistant Tax Counsel to Acquired Fund on tax matters

May 12, 2023 Board of Directors PFI - Principal LifeTime 2010 Fund 711 High Street Des Moines, IA 50392 RE Acquisition of PFI - Principal LifeTime 2010 Fund By PFI - Principal LifeTime Strategic Income Fund To the Board of Directors Principal LifeTime Strategic Income Fund, a separate series of Principal Funds, Inc.

May 24, 2023 POS EX

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on May 24, 2023 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-14 REGISTRATION STATEMENT THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 [ ] Pre-Effective Amendment No. __ [X] Post-Effec

Securities Act Registration No. 333-267729 As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on May 24, 2023 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-14 REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 [ ] Pre-Effective Amendment No. [X] Post-Effective Amendment No. 1 PRINCIPAL FUNDS, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) 711 High S

April 25, 2023 CORRESP

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Principal Funds, Inc. 711 High Street, Des Moines, IA 50392 515 247 5111 tel www.principal.com April 25, 2023 Via EDGAR Melissa McDonough Division of Investment Management Securities and Exchange Commission 100 F Street, NE Washington D.C. 20549 Re: Principal Funds, Inc. (“PFI”) and Principal Variable Contracts Funds, Inc. (“PVC”) (individually the “Registrant” and collectively the “Registrants”)

March 27, 2023 DEFA14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )

DEFA14A 1 pfidefa14aproxyaddlmateriaa.htm DEFA14A UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant [X] Filed by a Party other than the Registrant [ ] Check the appropriate box: [ ] Preliminary Proxy Statement [ ] Confidential, for Use of the

March 24, 2023 NPORT-EX

- 2.31%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2023 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 24, 2023 NPORT-EX

- 2.31%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2023 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 24, 2023 NPORT-EX

- 2.31%

NPORT-EX 2 principal4092.htm Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2023 (unaudited) See accompanying notes. 1 INVESTMENT COMPANIES - 0 .44 % Shares Held Value (000's) Exchange-Traded Funds - 0 .44 % Invesco California AMT-Free Municipal Bond ETF 12,500‌ $ 310‌ iShares California Muni Bond ETF 38,402‌ 2,210‌ $ 2,520‌ TOTAL INVESTMENT COMPANIES $ 2,520‌ MUNICIPAL BONDS - 101

March 24, 2023 NPORT-EX

- 2.31%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2023 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 24, 2023 NPORT-EX

- 2.31%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2023 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 24, 2023 NPORT-EX

- 2.31%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2023 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 24, 2023 NPORT-EX

- 2.31%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2023 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 24, 2023 NPORT-EX

- 2.31%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2023 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 24, 2023 NPORT-EX

- 2.31%

NPORT-EX 2 principal2053.htm Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2023 (unaudited) See accompanying notes. 1 INVESTMENT COMPANIES - 0 .44 % Shares Held Value (000's) Exchange-Traded Funds - 0 .44 % Invesco California AMT-Free Municipal Bond ETF 12,500‌ $ 310‌ iShares California Muni Bond ETF 38,402‌ 2,210‌ $ 2,520‌ TOTAL INVESTMENT COMPANIES $ 2,520‌ MUNICIPAL BONDS - 101

March 24, 2023 NPORT-EX

- 2.31%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2023 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 24, 2023 NPORT-EX

- 2.31%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2023 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 24, 2023 NPORT-EX

- 2.31%

NPORT-EX 2 principal5045.htm Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2023 (unaudited) See accompanying notes. 1 INVESTMENT COMPANIES - 0 .44 % Shares Held Value (000's) Exchange-Traded Funds - 0 .44 % Invesco California AMT-Free Municipal Bond ETF 12,500‌ $ 310‌ iShares California Muni Bond ETF 38,402‌ 2,210‌ $ 2,520‌ TOTAL INVESTMENT COMPANIES $ 2,520‌ MUNICIPAL BONDS - 101

March 24, 2023 NPORT-EX

- 2.31%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2023 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 24, 2023 NPORT-EX

- 2.31%

NPORT-EX 2 principal7045.htm Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2023 (unaudited) See accompanying notes. 1 INVESTMENT COMPANIES - 0 .44 % Shares Held Value (000's) Exchange-Traded Funds - 0 .44 % Invesco California AMT-Free Municipal Bond ETF 12,500‌ $ 310‌ iShares California Muni Bond ETF 38,402‌ 2,210‌ $ 2,520‌ TOTAL INVESTMENT COMPANIES $ 2,520‌ MUNICIPAL BONDS - 101

March 24, 2023 NPORT-EX

- 2.31%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2023 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 24, 2023 NPORT-EX

- 2.31%

NPORT-EX 2 principal4590.htm Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2023 (unaudited) See accompanying notes. 1 INVESTMENT COMPANIES - 0 .44 % Shares Held Value (000's) Exchange-Traded Funds - 0 .44 % Invesco California AMT-Free Municipal Bond ETF 12,500‌ $ 310‌ iShares California Muni Bond ETF 38,402‌ 2,210‌ $ 2,520‌ TOTAL INVESTMENT COMPANIES $ 2,520‌ MUNICIPAL BONDS - 101

March 24, 2023 NPORT-EX

- 2.31%

NPORT-EX 2 principal4549.htm Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2023 (unaudited) See accompanying notes. 1 INVESTMENT COMPANIES - 0 .44 % Shares Held Value (000's) Exchange-Traded Funds - 0 .44 % Invesco California AMT-Free Municipal Bond ETF 12,500‌ $ 310‌ iShares California Muni Bond ETF 38,402‌ 2,210‌ $ 2,520‌ TOTAL INVESTMENT COMPANIES $ 2,520‌ MUNICIPAL BONDS - 101

March 24, 2023 NPORT-EX

- 2.31%

NPORT-EX 2 principal7030.htm Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2023 (unaudited) See accompanying notes. 1 INVESTMENT COMPANIES - 0 .44 % Shares Held Value (000's) Exchange-Traded Funds - 0 .44 % Invesco California AMT-Free Municipal Bond ETF 12,500‌ $ 310‌ iShares California Muni Bond ETF 38,402‌ 2,210‌ $ 2,520‌ TOTAL INVESTMENT COMPANIES $ 2,520‌ MUNICIPAL BONDS - 101

March 24, 2023 NPORT-EX

- 2.31%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2023 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 24, 2023 NPORT-EX

- 2.31%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2023 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 24, 2023 NPORT-EX

- 2.31%

NPORT-EX 2 principal6000.htm Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2023 (unaudited) See accompanying notes. 1 INVESTMENT COMPANIES - 0 .44 % Shares Held Value (000's) Exchange-Traded Funds - 0 .44 % Invesco California AMT-Free Municipal Bond ETF 12,500‌ $ 310‌ iShares California Muni Bond ETF 38,402‌ 2,210‌ $ 2,520‌ TOTAL INVESTMENT COMPANIES $ 2,520‌ MUNICIPAL BONDS - 101

March 24, 2023 NPORT-EX

- 2.31%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2023 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 24, 2023 NPORT-EX

- 2.31%

NPORT-EX 2 principal4565.htm Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2023 (unaudited) See accompanying notes. 1 INVESTMENT COMPANIES - 0 .44 % Shares Held Value (000's) Exchange-Traded Funds - 0 .44 % Invesco California AMT-Free Municipal Bond ETF 12,500‌ $ 310‌ iShares California Muni Bond ETF 38,402‌ 2,210‌ $ 2,520‌ TOTAL INVESTMENT COMPANIES $ 2,520‌ MUNICIPAL BONDS - 101

March 24, 2023 NPORT-EX

- 2.31%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2023 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 24, 2023 NPORT-EX

- 2.31%

NPORT-EX 2 principal2038.htm Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2023 (unaudited) See accompanying notes. 1 INVESTMENT COMPANIES - 0 .44 % Shares Held Value (000's) Exchange-Traded Funds - 0 .44 % Invesco California AMT-Free Municipal Bond ETF 12,500‌ $ 310‌ iShares California Muni Bond ETF 38,402‌ 2,210‌ $ 2,520‌ TOTAL INVESTMENT COMPANIES $ 2,520‌ MUNICIPAL BONDS - 101

March 24, 2023 NPORT-EX

- 2.31%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2023 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 24, 2023 NPORT-EX

- 2.31%

NPORT-EX 2 principal5040.htm Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2023 (unaudited) See accompanying notes. 1 INVESTMENT COMPANIES - 0 .44 % Shares Held Value (000's) Exchange-Traded Funds - 0 .44 % Invesco California AMT-Free Municipal Bond ETF 12,500‌ $ 310‌ iShares California Muni Bond ETF 38,402‌ 2,210‌ $ 2,520‌ TOTAL INVESTMENT COMPANIES $ 2,520‌ MUNICIPAL BONDS - 101

March 24, 2023 NPORT-EX

- 2.31%

NPORT-EX 2 principal4513.htm Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2023 (unaudited) See accompanying notes. 1 INVESTMENT COMPANIES - 0 .44 % Shares Held Value (000's) Exchange-Traded Funds - 0 .44 % Invesco California AMT-Free Municipal Bond ETF 12,500‌ $ 310‌ iShares California Muni Bond ETF 38,402‌ 2,210‌ $ 2,520‌ TOTAL INVESTMENT COMPANIES $ 2,520‌ MUNICIPAL BONDS - 101

March 24, 2023 NPORT-EX

- 2.31%

NPORT-EX 2 principal5030.htm Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2023 (unaudited) See accompanying notes. 1 INVESTMENT COMPANIES - 0 .44 % Shares Held Value (000's) Exchange-Traded Funds - 0 .44 % Invesco California AMT-Free Municipal Bond ETF 12,500‌ $ 310‌ iShares California Muni Bond ETF 38,402‌ 2,210‌ $ 2,520‌ TOTAL INVESTMENT COMPANIES $ 2,520‌ MUNICIPAL BONDS - 101

March 24, 2023 NPORT-EX

- 2.31%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2023 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 24, 2023 NPORT-EX

- 2.31%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2023 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 24, 2023 NPORT-EX

- 2.31%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2023 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 24, 2023 NPORT-EX

- 2.31%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2023 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 24, 2023 NPORT-EX

- 2.31%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2023 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 24, 2023 NPORT-EX

- 2.31%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2023 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 24, 2023 NPORT-EX

- 2.31%

NPORT-EX 2 principal4532.htm Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2023 (unaudited) See accompanying notes. 1 INVESTMENT COMPANIES - 0 .44 % Shares Held Value (000's) Exchange-Traded Funds - 0 .44 % Invesco California AMT-Free Municipal Bond ETF 12,500‌ $ 310‌ iShares California Muni Bond ETF 38,402‌ 2,210‌ $ 2,520‌ TOTAL INVESTMENT COMPANIES $ 2,520‌ MUNICIPAL BONDS - 101

March 24, 2023 NPORT-EX

- 2.31%

NPORT-EX 2 principal5060.htm Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2023 (unaudited) See accompanying notes. 1 INVESTMENT COMPANIES - 0 .44 % Shares Held Value (000's) Exchange-Traded Funds - 0 .44 % Invesco California AMT-Free Municipal Bond ETF 12,500‌ $ 310‌ iShares California Muni Bond ETF 38,402‌ 2,210‌ $ 2,520‌ TOTAL INVESTMENT COMPANIES $ 2,520‌ MUNICIPAL BONDS - 101

March 24, 2023 NPORT-EX

- 2.31%

NPORT-EX 2 principal7035.htm Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2023 (unaudited) See accompanying notes. 1 INVESTMENT COMPANIES - 0 .44 % Shares Held Value (000's) Exchange-Traded Funds - 0 .44 % Invesco California AMT-Free Municipal Bond ETF 12,500‌ $ 310‌ iShares California Muni Bond ETF 38,402‌ 2,210‌ $ 2,520‌ TOTAL INVESTMENT COMPANIES $ 2,520‌ MUNICIPAL BONDS - 101

March 24, 2023 NPORT-EX

- 2.31%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2023 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 24, 2023 NPORT-EX

- 2.31%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2023 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 24, 2023 NPORT-EX

- 2.31%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2023 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 24, 2023 NPORT-EX

- 2.31%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2023 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 24, 2023 NPORT-EX

- 2.31%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2023 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 24, 2023 NPORT-EX

- 2.31%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2023 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 24, 2023 NPORT-EX

- 2.31%

NPORT-EX 2 principal5100.htm Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2023 (unaudited) See accompanying notes. 1 INVESTMENT COMPANIES - 0 .44 % Shares Held Value (000's) Exchange-Traded Funds - 0 .44 % Invesco California AMT-Free Municipal Bond ETF 12,500‌ $ 310‌ iShares California Muni Bond ETF 38,402‌ 2,210‌ $ 2,520‌ TOTAL INVESTMENT COMPANIES $ 2,520‌ MUNICIPAL BONDS - 101

March 24, 2023 NPORT-EX

- 2.31%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2023 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 24, 2023 NPORT-EX

- 2.31%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2023 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 24, 2023 NPORT-EX

- 2.31%

NPORT-EX 2 principal3067.htm Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2023 (unaudited) See accompanying notes. 1 INVESTMENT COMPANIES - 0 .44 % Shares Held Value (000's) Exchange-Traded Funds - 0 .44 % Invesco California AMT-Free Municipal Bond ETF 12,500‌ $ 310‌ iShares California Muni Bond ETF 38,402‌ 2,210‌ $ 2,520‌ TOTAL INVESTMENT COMPANIES $ 2,520‌ MUNICIPAL BONDS - 101

March 24, 2023 NPORT-EX

- 2.31%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2023 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 24, 2023 NPORT-EX

- 2.31%

NPORT-EX 2 principal4536.htm Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2023 (unaudited) See accompanying notes. 1 INVESTMENT COMPANIES - 0 .44 % Shares Held Value (000's) Exchange-Traded Funds - 0 .44 % Invesco California AMT-Free Municipal Bond ETF 12,500‌ $ 310‌ iShares California Muni Bond ETF 38,402‌ 2,210‌ $ 2,520‌ TOTAL INVESTMENT COMPANIES $ 2,520‌ MUNICIPAL BONDS - 101

March 24, 2023 NPORT-EX

- 2.31%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2023 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 24, 2023 NPORT-EX

- 2.31%

NPORT-EX 2 principal7060.htm Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2023 (unaudited) See accompanying notes. 1 INVESTMENT COMPANIES - 0 .44 % Shares Held Value (000's) Exchange-Traded Funds - 0 .44 % Invesco California AMT-Free Municipal Bond ETF 12,500‌ $ 310‌ iShares California Muni Bond ETF 38,402‌ 2,210‌ $ 2,520‌ TOTAL INVESTMENT COMPANIES $ 2,520‌ MUNICIPAL BONDS - 101

March 24, 2023 NPORT-EX

- 2.31%

NPORT-EX 2 principal4048.htm Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2023 (unaudited) See accompanying notes. 1 INVESTMENT COMPANIES - 0 .44 % Shares Held Value (000's) Exchange-Traded Funds - 0 .44 % Invesco California AMT-Free Municipal Bond ETF 12,500‌ $ 310‌ iShares California Muni Bond ETF 38,402‌ 2,210‌ $ 2,520‌ TOTAL INVESTMENT COMPANIES $ 2,520‌ MUNICIPAL BONDS - 101

March 24, 2023 NPORT-EX

- 2.31%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2023 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 24, 2023 NPORT-EX

- 2.31%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2023 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 24, 2023 NPORT-EX

- 2.31%

NPORT-EX 2 principal5035.htm Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2023 (unaudited) See accompanying notes. 1 INVESTMENT COMPANIES - 0 .44 % Shares Held Value (000's) Exchange-Traded Funds - 0 .44 % Invesco California AMT-Free Municipal Bond ETF 12,500‌ $ 310‌ iShares California Muni Bond ETF 38,402‌ 2,210‌ $ 2,520‌ TOTAL INVESTMENT COMPANIES $ 2,520‌ MUNICIPAL BONDS - 101

March 24, 2023 NPORT-EX

- 2.31%

NPORT-EX 2 principal5055.htm Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2023 (unaudited) See accompanying notes. 1 INVESTMENT COMPANIES - 0 .44 % Shares Held Value (000's) Exchange-Traded Funds - 0 .44 % Invesco California AMT-Free Municipal Bond ETF 12,500‌ $ 310‌ iShares California Muni Bond ETF 38,402‌ 2,210‌ $ 2,520‌ TOTAL INVESTMENT COMPANIES $ 2,520‌ MUNICIPAL BONDS - 101

March 24, 2023 NPORT-EX

- 2.31%

NPORT-EX 2 principal4557.htm Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2023 (unaudited) See accompanying notes. 1 INVESTMENT COMPANIES - 0 .44 % Shares Held Value (000's) Exchange-Traded Funds - 0 .44 % Invesco California AMT-Free Municipal Bond ETF 12,500‌ $ 310‌ iShares California Muni Bond ETF 38,402‌ 2,210‌ $ 2,520‌ TOTAL INVESTMENT COMPANIES $ 2,520‌ MUNICIPAL BONDS - 101

March 24, 2023 NPORT-EX

- 2.31%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2023 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 24, 2023 NPORT-EX

- 2.31%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2023 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 24, 2023 NPORT-EX

- 2.31%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2023 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 15, 2023 DEFA14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant [X] Filed by a Party other than the Registrant [ ] Check the appropriate box: [ ] Preliminary Proxy Statement [ ] Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2))

March 10, 2023 DEFA14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant [X] Filed by a Party other than the Registrant [ ] Check the appropriate box: [ ] Preliminary Proxy Statement [ ] Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2))

March 6, 2023 DEF 14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant [X] Filed by a Party other than the Registrant [ ] Check the appropriate box: [ ] Preliminary Proxy Statement [ ] Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2))

March 2, 2023 CORRESP

Principal Funds, Inc.

Principal Funds, Inc. 711 High Street, Des Moines, IA 50392 515 247 5111 tel March 2, 2023 Via EDGAR Ms. Allison White Division of Investment Management Securities and Exchange Commission 100 F Street, NE Washington D.C. 20549 Re: Principal Funds, Inc. (the “Registrant”) Preliminary Proxy Statement on Schedule 14A Pursuant to the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Registration No. 811-07572 Dear Ms.

February 24, 2023 PRE 14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant [X] Filed by a Party other than the Registrant [ ] Check the appropriate box: [X] Preliminary Proxy Statement [ ] Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2))

February 24, 2023 COVER

Principal Funds, Inc.

Principal Funds, Inc. 711 High Street, Des Moines, IA 50392 515 247 5111 tel February 24, 2023 Via EDGAR Division of Investment Management Securities and Exchange Commission 100 F Street, NE Washington D.C. 20549 Re: Principal Funds, Inc. PRE 14A File No. 811-07572 Dear SEC Reviewer, Principal Funds, Inc. (the "Registrant") is filing, pursuant to Regulation 14A under the Securities Exchange Act of

January 25, 2023 NPORT-EX

- (0.05)%

Schedule of Investments Blue Chip Fund November 30, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

January 25, 2023 NPORT-EX

- (0.05)%

Schedule of Investments Blue Chip Fund November 30, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

January 25, 2023 NPORT-EX

- (0.05)%

Schedule of Investments Blue Chip Fund November 30, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

January 25, 2023 NPORT-EX

- (0.05)%

Schedule of Investments Blue Chip Fund November 30, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

January 25, 2023 NPORT-EX

- (0.05)%

NPORT-EX 2 principal4544.htm Schedule of Investments Blue Chip Fund November 30, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes. 1 INVESTMENT COMPANIES - 0 .14 % Shares Held Value (000's) Money Market Funds - 0 .14 % BlackRock Liquidity FedFund - Institutional Class 3.55% (a),(b) 3,455,084‌ $ 3,455‌ Principal Government Money Market Fund - Institutional Class 3.57% (a),(c) 9,052,373‌ 9,052‌ $ 12,507‌ TOT

January 25, 2023 NPORT-EX

- (0.05)%

Schedule of Investments Blue Chip Fund November 30, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

January 25, 2023 NPORT-EX

- (0.05)%

Schedule of Investments Blue Chip Fund November 30, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

January 25, 2023 NPORT-EX

- (0.05)%

Schedule of Investments Blue Chip Fund November 30, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

January 25, 2023 NPORT-EX

- (0.05)%

Schedule of Investments Blue Chip Fund November 30, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

January 25, 2023 NPORT-EX

- (0.05)%

NPORT-EX 2 principal4516.htm Schedule of Investments Blue Chip Fund November 30, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes. 1 INVESTMENT COMPANIES - 0 .14 % Shares Held Value (000's) Money Market Funds - 0 .14 % BlackRock Liquidity FedFund - Institutional Class 3.55% (a),(b) 3,455,084‌ $ 3,455‌ Principal Government Money Market Fund - Institutional Class 3.57% (a),(c) 9,052,373‌ 9,052‌ $ 12,507‌ TOT

January 25, 2023 NPORT-EX

- (0.05)%

Schedule of Investments Blue Chip Fund November 30, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

January 25, 2023 NPORT-EX

- (0.05)%

NPORT-EX 2 principal3089.htm Schedule of Investments Blue Chip Fund November 30, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes. 1 INVESTMENT COMPANIES - 0 .14 % Shares Held Value (000's) Money Market Funds - 0 .14 % BlackRock Liquidity FedFund - Institutional Class 3.55% (a),(b) 3,455,084‌ $ 3,455‌ Principal Government Money Market Fund - Institutional Class 3.57% (a),(c) 9,052,373‌ 9,052‌ $ 12,507‌ TOT

January 25, 2023 NPORT-EX

- (0.05)%

Schedule of Investments Blue Chip Fund November 30, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

January 25, 2023 NPORT-EX

- (0.05)%

Schedule of Investments Blue Chip Fund November 30, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

January 3, 2023 NPORT-EX

- 2.19%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund July 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

December 30, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 2.19%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund July 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

November 3, 2022 CORRESP

2

CORRESP 1 filename1.htm Principal Funds, Inc. 711 High Street, Des Moines, IA 50392 515 247 5111 tel November 3, 2022 Via EDGAR Ms. Melissa McDonough Mr. Raymond Be Division of Investment Management Securities and Exchange Commission 100 F Street, NE Washington, D.C. 20549 Re: Principal Funds, Inc. (the “Registrant”) Registration Statement on Form N-14 Pursuant to the Securities Act of 1933 Regist

October 4, 2022 EX-99.(16)

Powers of Attorney dated 09/13/2022

Principal Funds, Inc. Power of Attorney Each member of the Board of Directors of Principal Funds, Inc. (the ?Fund?), whose signature appears below, hereby constitutes and appoints Kamal Bhatia, Laura B. Latham, Deanna Y. Pellack, Teri R. Root, Adam U. Shaikh, John L. Sullivan, Beth C. Wilson, and Clint L. Woods, and each of them, his/her true and lawful attorneys and agents, with full power and au

October 4, 2022 N-14

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on October 4, 2022

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on October 4, 2022 Registration No.

October 4, 2022 EX-99.(11)

Opinion and Consent of Counsel

Principal Funds, Inc. 711 High Street, Des Moines, IA 50392 515 247 5111 tel October 4, 2022 Principal Funds, Inc. Des Moines, Iowa 50392-2080 RE: Registration Statement on Form N-14 Pursuant to Securities Act of 1933 Registration No. I am familiar with the organization of Principal Funds, Inc. (the "Fund") under the laws of the State of Maryland and have reviewed the above-referenced Registration

October 4, 2022 EX-99.(4)

Form of Plan of Acquisition

FORM OF PLAN OF ACQUISITION Principal LifeTime 2010 Fund and Principal LifeTime Strategic Income Fund The Board of Directors (the ?Board?) of Principal Funds, Inc.

October 4, 2022 EX-99.(14)

Consent of Ernst & Young LLP

Consent of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm We consent to the references to our firm under the captions ?Financial Statements? and ?Appendix C ? Financial Highlights? in the Information Statement/Prospectus and ?Table of Contents? and ?Information Incorporated by Reference? in the Statement of Additional Information included in this Registration Statement (Form N-14) of Principal Funds, Inc.

September 26, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 2.19%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund July 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

September 26, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 2.19%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund July 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

September 26, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 2.19%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund July 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

September 26, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 2.19%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund July 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

September 26, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 2.19%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund July 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

September 26, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 2.19%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund July 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

September 26, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 2.19%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund July 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

September 26, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 2.19%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund July 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

September 26, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 2.19%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund July 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

September 26, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 2.19%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund July 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

September 26, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 2.19%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund July 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

September 26, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 2.19%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund July 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

September 26, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 2.19%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund July 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

September 26, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 2.19%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund July 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

September 26, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 2.19%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund July 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

September 26, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 2.19%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund July 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

September 26, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 2.19%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund July 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

September 26, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 2.19%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund July 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

September 26, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 2.19%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund July 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

September 26, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 2.19%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund July 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

September 26, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 2.19%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund July 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

September 26, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 2.19%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund July 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

September 26, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 2.19%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund July 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

September 26, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 2.19%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund July 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

September 26, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 2.19%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund July 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

September 26, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 2.19%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund July 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

September 26, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 2.19%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund July 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

September 26, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 2.19%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund July 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

September 26, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 2.19%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund July 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

September 26, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 2.19%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund July 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

September 26, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 2.19%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund July 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

September 26, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 2.19%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund July 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

September 26, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 2.19%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund July 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

September 26, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 2.19%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund July 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

September 26, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 2.19%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund July 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

September 26, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 2.19%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund July 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

September 26, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 2.19%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund July 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

September 26, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 2.19%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund July 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

September 26, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 2.19%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund July 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

September 26, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 2.19%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund July 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

September 26, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 2.19%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund July 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

September 26, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 2.19%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund July 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

September 26, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 2.19%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund July 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

September 26, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 2.19%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund July 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

September 26, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 2.19%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund July 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

September 26, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 2.19%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund July 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

September 26, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 2.19%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund July 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

September 26, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 2.19%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund July 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

September 26, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 2.19%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund July 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

September 26, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 2.19%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund July 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

September 26, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 2.19%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund July 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

September 26, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 2.19%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund July 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

September 26, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 2.19%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund July 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

September 26, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 2.19%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund July 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

September 26, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 2.19%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund July 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

September 26, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 2.19%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund July 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

September 26, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 2.19%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund July 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

September 26, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 2.19%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund July 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

September 26, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 2.19%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund July 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

September 26, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 2.19%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund July 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

September 26, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 2.19%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund July 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

September 15, 2022 CORRESP

*****

Principal Funds, Inc. 711 High Street, Des Moines, IA 50392 515 247 5111 tel September 15, 2022 Via EDGAR Raymond Be, Esq. Division of Investment Management Securities and Exchange Commission 100 F Street, NE Washington D.C. 20549 Re: Principal Funds, Inc. (the "Registrant") File Numbers 033-59474, 811-07572 Post-Effective Amendment No. 277 to the Registration Statement on Form N-1A (the "Amendmen

July 25, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 0.08%

Schedule of Investments Blue Chip Fund May 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

July 25, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 0.08%

Schedule of Investments Blue Chip Fund May 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

July 25, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 0.08%

Schedule of Investments Blue Chip Fund May 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

July 25, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 0.08%

Schedule of Investments Blue Chip Fund May 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

July 25, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 0.08%

Schedule of Investments Blue Chip Fund May 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

July 25, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 0.08%

Schedule of Investments Blue Chip Fund May 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

July 25, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 0.08%

Schedule of Investments Blue Chip Fund May 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

July 25, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 0.08%

Schedule of Investments Blue Chip Fund May 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

July 25, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 0.08%

Schedule of Investments Blue Chip Fund May 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

July 25, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 0.08%

Schedule of Investments Blue Chip Fund May 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

July 25, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 0.08%

Schedule of Investments Blue Chip Fund May 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

July 25, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 0.08%

Schedule of Investments Blue Chip Fund May 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

July 25, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 0.08%

Schedule of Investments Blue Chip Fund May 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

June 15, 2022 DEF 14C

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14C INFORMATION INFORMATION STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 14(c) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 (Amendment No. __)

DEF 14C 1 def14c-informationstmtxcor.htm DEF 14C - CORECOMMODITY (DRA) 061522 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14C INFORMATION INFORMATION STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 14(c) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 (Amendment No. ) Check the appropriate box: [ ] Preliminary Information Statement [ ] Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as per

May 25, 2022 DEF 14C

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14C INFORMATION INFORMATION STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 14(c) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 (Amendment No. __)

DEF 14C 1 def14c-informationstmtxpin.htm DEF 14C - PINEBRIDGE (DI) 052522 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14C INFORMATION INFORMATION STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 14(c) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 (Amendment No. ) Check the appropriate box: [ ] Preliminary Information Statement [ ] Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitt

March 30, 2022 DEF 14C

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14C INFORMATION INFORMATION STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 14(c) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 (Amendment No. __)

DEF 14C 1 def14c-informationstmtxwel.htm DEF 14C - WELLINGTON (DRA) 033022 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14C INFORMATION INFORMATION STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 14(c) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 (Amendment No. ) Check the appropriate box: [ ] Preliminary Information Statement [ ] Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permit

March 25, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 1.85%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 25, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 1.85%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 25, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 1.85%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 25, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 1.85%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 25, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 1.85%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 25, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 1.85%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 25, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 1.85%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 25, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 1.85%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 25, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 1.85%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 25, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 1.85%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 25, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 1.85%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 25, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 1.85%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 25, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 1.85%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 25, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 1.85%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 25, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 1.85%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 25, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 1.85%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 25, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 1.85%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 25, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 1.85%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 25, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 1.85%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 25, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 1.85%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 25, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 1.85%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 25, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 1.85%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 25, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 1.85%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 25, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 1.85%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 25, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 1.85%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 25, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 1.85%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 25, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 1.85%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 25, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 1.85%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 25, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 1.85%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 25, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 1.85%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 25, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 1.85%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 25, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 1.85%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 25, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 1.85%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 25, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 1.85%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 25, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 1.85%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 25, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 1.85%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 25, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 1.85%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 25, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 1.85%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 25, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 1.85%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 25, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 1.85%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 25, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 1.85%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 25, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 1.85%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 25, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 1.85%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 25, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 1.85%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 25, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 1.85%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 25, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 1.85%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 25, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 1.85%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 25, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 1.85%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 25, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 1.85%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 25, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 1.85%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 25, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 1.85%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 25, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 1.85%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

March 25, 2022 NPORT-EX

- 1.85%

Schedule of Investments California Municipal Fund January 31, 2022 (unaudited) See accompanying notes.

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