DWS Small Cap Core Fund Class C (SZCCX)

Overview

The fund is designed to offer investors exposure to "real assets" by dedicating at least 80% of its net assets, alongside any borrowings for investment purposes, towards a carefully selected combination of investments. With a focus on achieving a diversified portfolio, the fund places a significant emphasis on investing in physical or tangible assets that are expected to maintain or appreciate in value over time. These assets can include but are not limited to, real estate, infrastructure, and natural resources. The fund's investment strategy is underpinned by the belief that real assets can offer unique advantages, such as hedging against inflation and providing stable returns in various market conditions.

Products and Services

The fund's investment approach is characterized by a broad diversification strategy, aiming to balance risk and return by investing in a wide range of real assets and securities. The products and services offered by the fund are outlined below:

• Investments in Securities of Foreign Issuers: The fund allocates between 15% and 75% of its assets towards securities of foreign issuers, diversifying its portfolio across various geographical locations. This includes investments in developed markets as well as up to 10% of fund assets in issuers located in countries with new or emerging markets. Such a strategy aims to leverage potential growth in international markets and enhance portfolio returns.