Princeton University's endowment, which is valued at $34.1 billion, had a 3.9% return for the fiscal year ending in June. This is the lowest performance among Ivy League institutions for the second year in a row.

The university is facing challenges in the investment landscape, and only Yale University has not yet disclosed its results. Despite the modest gain, Princeton's endowment remains stable in value and has provided $1.7 billion to support the university's operations. This performance highlights the competitive pressures within the Ivy League as institutions strive to maximize returns in a fluctuating market.