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The world in transition
The world is facing profound challenges: geopolitical tensions, cyber threats, fragile supply chains and rising energy prices demand new answers. Countries and companies are striving for independence and security – and investing in critical technologies. This is precisely where DWS Invest Critical Technologies comes in.
The fund invests globally in companies from five forward-looking sectors: defence & space, energy security & infrastructure, artificial intelligence & semiconductors, advanced manufacturing & robotics, and cyber security. These sectors are not only drivers of technological innovation, but also essential for economic resilience and national security.
Defence & space
National security is once again at the top of the agenda.
- Increasing geopolitical uncertainties
Global tensions are driving demand for modern defence technology.[1] - Government investment offensives
NATO countries are increasing their budgets with long-term planning.[1]
- Security policy independence
Investment in building up own capacities to become less dependent on international supply chains and partners.
Energy security & infrastructure
Making networks fit for the future.
- Economic strength and competitiveness
Affordable energy and efficient infrastructure are essential for the growth and competitiveness of companies and countries. - Increasing pressure to modernise
Outdated networks, bridges and energy systems need to be replaced, while demand is rising simultaneously.
- Demographic trends create investment needs
A growing population, urbanisation and geopolitical changes are increasing pressure on energy supply and infrastructure.
Artificial intelligence & semiconductors
Turning technological sovereignty into a locational advantage.
- Efficiency and competitiveness
Companies are using artificial intelligence to deploy productivity and resources more efficiently. - Semiconductors are crucial
Access to powerful, secure chips is crucial for innovative strength and technological sovereignty.
- Strategic technology investments
Countries and states that invest in key technologies now can secure a long-term competitive advantage.
Advanced manufacturing & robotics
Responding to demographic change.
- Automation increases efficiency
Modern manufacturing processes increasingly rely on advanced manufacturing and robotics to reduce production costs and shorten throughput times. - Higher quality through intelligent systems
Sensors, data analysis and precise control enable consistent product quality.
- More customization
Robots and advanced manufacturing enable customised products.
Cyber security
Protection of intellectual and industrial property.
- Growing data volumes create vulnerabilities
With increasing automation and data networking, the risk of security breaches is growing. - Demand for security solutions is rising
Cyber attacks affect critical infrastructure, companies and individuals – the need for protection is growing.[2]
- Increasing investment pressure
Public institutions and companies must continuously invest in cyber security to keep pace with the digital threat landscape.
“Underinvestment in energy, defence and digital networks is compounded by new geopolitical risks; now is the time to systematically build resilience through key technologies.”
What makes DWS Invest Critical Technologies interesting
Private investors benefit from access to a dynamic growth market that was previously reserved primarily for institutional investors. The fund is ideally suited to complement existing portfolios – as a driver of innovation with a long-term perspective.
1 Broad diversification
… across several key themes.
2 Active management
… with a focus on quality and future viability
3 No country or sector restrictions
… but a global universe of opportunities
4 Focus on companies with robust business models
… and strong management.
Risks[5]
- The fund invests in equities. Equities are subject to strong price fluctuations and thus also to the risk of price decreases.
- Market, sector and company-specific price volatility
- Possible exchange-rate risk
- Because of its composition or the techniques used by its managers, the fund is subject to heightened volatility. Consequently, unit prices may fluctuate sharply in either direction within short periods of time.
- The value of the fund's shares may fall below the price at which the client originally bought them.