Who we are

DWS Group (DWS) with EUR 941bn of assets under management (as of 31 March 2024) aspires to be one of the world's leading asset managers. Building on more than 60 years of experience, it has a reputation for excellence in Germany, Europe, the Americas and Asia. DWS is recognized by clients globally as a trusted source for integrated investment solutions, stability and innovation across a full spectrum of investment disciplines.

We offer individuals and institutions access to our strong investment capabilities across all major liquid and illiquid asset classes as well as solutions aligned to growth trends. Our diverse expertise in Active, Passive and Alternatives asset management – as well as our deep environmental, social and governance focus – complement each other when creating targeted solutions for our clients. Our expertise and on-the-ground knowledge of our economists, research analysts and investment professionals are brought together in one consistent global CIO View, giving strategic guidance to our investment approach. 

DWS wants to innovate and shape the future of investing. We understand that, both as a corporate as well as a trusted advisor to our clients, we have a crucial role in helping to navigate the transition to a more sustainable future. With approximately 4,600 employees in offices all over the world, we are local while being one global team. We are committed to acting on behalf of our clients and investing with their best interests at heart so that they can reach their financial goals, no matter what the future holds. With our entrepreneurial, collaborative spirit, we work every day to deliver outstanding investment results, in both good and challenging times to build the best foundation for our clients’ financial future.

Our Values

Client commitment

The trust from our clients will always be one of our greatest assets. As investors, we are committed to acting on behalf of our clients and investing with their best interests at heart so that they can reach their financial goals, no matter what the future holds. We work every day to deliver outstanding investment results, in both good and challenging times. This is what defines us.

Entrepreneurial spirit

We continuously invest in our diverse mix of people, empowering them to make change and fostering their creativity, courage and long-term thinking. Our entrepreneurial, collaborative spirit empowers them to share their perspective and have their voice heard. We always question the status quo, make swift – yet considered – decisions, and strive to simplify and perfect how we do things – all for our common goal of serving our clients.

Environmental, social and governance (ESG) themes are rapidly transforming businesses, society, and our planet. And while there are risks associated with any change, there are new opportunities for investments, too. We understand that, both as a corporate as well as a trusted advisor to our clients, we have a crucial role in helping navigate the transition to a more sustainable future.

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