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Stockholders' Equity - Dividend Limitations (Details) - Principal Life Insurance Company Only $ in Millions | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2023 USD ($)
Dividend Limitations |
Dividend limitation as percentage of statutory policyholder surplus (as a percent) | 10.00%
Dividends that can be paid in upcoming calendar year without exceeding statutory limitation | $ 1,497.8

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