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Principal Real Estate Income Closed Fund(PGZ)
Advisory History & Simulated Performance *
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Advisory Performance History (Simulated)
Upturn Advisory & Investor View for PGZ
10/08/2026: PGZ (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Principal Real Estate Income Closed Fund is a US-listed closed-end investment fund designed to provide high current income through a diversified portfolio of real estate debt and equity securities. The fund leverages Principal Global Investors' deep expertise in property markets to manage credit and interest rate risks effectively. While it offers a strong income stream for dividend-focused investors, potential investors should be aware of risks such as interest rate volatility and the use of financial leverage. The fund's primary opportunity lies in the performance of underlying commercial real estate sectors, though it faces competition from other yield-oriented investment products. Success requires monitoring the fund’s discount to its net asset value and broader commercial real estate trends.
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The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.
Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.
Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Weak fit | The fund is primarily designed for income generation rather than aggressive capital appreciation. |
| Momentum investor | Weak fit | Closed-end funds in this sector often experience slow, range-bound price action. |
| Value investor | Mixed fit | Investors may find value when the fund trades at a significant discount to its NAV. |
| Dividend investor | Strong fit | The fund's primary objective is to deliver consistent income to shareholders. |
| Low-risk investor | Weak fit | Use of leverage and exposure to real estate risk creates volatility unsuitable for low-risk portfolios. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | Medium / high | The fund's price can fluctuate significantly due to market sentiment and interest rate changes. |
| Valuation risk | Medium | The fund may trade at a premium or discount to its actual net asset value. |
| Competition risk (real estate income funds) | Medium | Performance relative to peers is influenced by management's ability to pick profitable real estate sectors. |
| Business quality | Medium | The fund relies on the underlying quality of real estate debt and equity assets. |
| Dividend income | Medium | Distributions depend on the income generated by the fund's underlying portfolio. |
| Execution risk | Medium | Effective management of leverage and asset allocation is critical to fund performance. |
Price Behavior

Rolling Over
The price momentum is slowing down and beginning to turn downward.

Very Smooth
The stock has followed a highly orderly price path with minimal short-term disruption.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 12.44% | Avg. Invested days 63 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Advisory Rating ![]() | Upturn Advisory Performance | Stock Returns Performance |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 59.24M USD | Price to earnings Ratio 9.12 | 1Y Target Price - |
Price to earnings Ratio 9.12 | 1Y Target Price - | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 20.4K shares | Beta - | 52 Weeks Range 8.73 - 10.22 | Updated Date 10/08/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 8.73 - 10.22 | Updated Date 10/08/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) 0.97 |
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Real Estate Debt and Equity | Investment income from CMBS, REITs, and other real estate assets. | The fund earns money from interest and rent payments generated by the real estate assets it owns. |
Valuation
Trailing PE 9.12 | Forward PE - | Enterprise Value - | Price to Sales(TTM) 8.36 |
Enterprise Value - | Price to Sales(TTM) 8.36 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 12.71 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA - | Shares Outstanding 6.69M | Shares Floating - |
Shares Outstanding 6.69M | Shares Floating - | ||
Percent Insiders - | Percent Institutions 26.21 |
Financial Metrics
🧭 Investment Snapshot
Total Revenue (Scale)
Total money earned from selling products or services before any costs. It is needed to understand the scale of the business and its ability to generate income.
Net Income (Profit)
Final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes are deducted. It is needed to determine the overall profitability available to shareholders.
Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)
Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.
📈 Growth & Strength
Operating Income (Core Profit)
Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.
EBITDA (Cash Earnings)
Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, indicating operating cash potential. It is needed to compare operating performance across companies without accounting or financing differences.
Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)
Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.
🛡️ Financial Safety
Cash (Liquidity Buffer)
Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.
Total Debt (Leverage Risk)
Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.
Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)
Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.
🧱 Balance Sheet Strength
Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)
Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.
Total Assets (Asset Base)
The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.
Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)
Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.
⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors
Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)
Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.
Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)
Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.
Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)
Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.

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