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- Principal Financial Group’s reduced position in Aon (AON)
- Institutional investor activity surrounding Aon
- Analyst price targets for Aon remain strong
Principal Financial Group Inc. recently adjusted its position in Aon plc (NYSE:AON), reducing its holdings by over 70% during the third quarter. The firm now owns approximately 254,000 shares of the global financial services company, amounting to a value of $88 million. This reduction follows the sale of over 600,000 shares during the period. Despite this, Principal Financial still holds a minor percentage of Aon’s total stock.
Other institutional investors have also made adjustments to their stakes in Aon. Notably, Anchor Investment Management raised its position by a significant margin, acquiring an additional 93 shares. Similarly, First Personal Financial Services and RPg Family Wealth Advisory LLC entered new positions in Aon during the third quarter, while Eastern Bank also made a strategic move by acquiring shares.
These institutional activities reflect the broader investment sentiment, with institutional investors collectively owning a large majority of Aon’s stock. This ongoing interest from major investors showcases the stability of the company within the financial services sector.
In terms of market sentiment, analysts have been revising their price targets for Aon. Keefe, Bruyette & Woods raised their target from $385 to $415, while Deutsche Bank Aktiengesellschaft adjusted its target from $311 to $353. Other analysts, such as TD Cowen, Bank of America, and Evercore ISI, have also increased their price objectives for the company, reflecting a positive outlook on Aon’s performance. These upward revisions suggest confidence in Aon’s future prospects, with an average price target around $362.
