DWS CROCI Equity Dividend Fund - Class S (KDHSX)
| Fund Assets | 791.36M |
| Expense Ratio | 0.78% |
| Min. Investment | $2,500 |
| Turnover | 42.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 4.95 |
| Dividend Yield | 9.22% |
| Dividend Growth | 53.95% |
| Payout Frequency | Quarterly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Jun 23, 2025 |
| Previous Close | 53.70 |
| YTD Return | -0.04% |
| 1-Year Return | 8.68% |
| 5-Year Return | 63.28% |
| 52-Week Low | 48.04 |
| 52-Week High | 61.78 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 42 |
| Inception Date | Feb 28, 2005 |
About KDHSX
The DWS CROCI Equity Dividend Fund Class S is an actively managed mutual fund designed to provide investors with a high total return by focusing on large-cap U.S. equities that exhibit attractive dividend characteristics and are trading at compelling economic valuations. Utilizing a systematic portfolio management approach, the fund typically invests at least 80% of its net assets in stocks, emphasizing companies with a proven ability to generate sustainable dividends. The selection process leverages the CROCI (Cash Return on Capital Invested) methodology, which prioritizes economic value and dividend sustainability. Positioned within the large value category, the fund chiefly targets firms that are established, financially stable, and represent leading sectors such as consumer defensive, healthcare, industrials, and basic materials. Its concentrated portfolio typically holds around 40 holdings, with significant positions in prominent American corporations recognized for their reliable dividend payments and defensive market presence. The fund appeals to investors seeking exposure to value-oriented, income-generating equities, and it plays a vital role in portfolios focused on income and capital preservation. With an expense ratio comparable to similar funds and a distribution yield that reflects its income-focused strategy, the fund provides an option for those prioritizing dividend stability within the broader U.S. equity market.
Performance
KDHSX had a total return of 8.68% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 5.73%.
Equivalent Funds
These are funds that follow the same index from the other major fund companies.
| Symbol | Provider | Name | Expense Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| FVLCX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Value Leaders Fund - Class C | 1.90% |
| FSLVX | Fidelity | Fidelity Stock Selector Large Cap Value Fund | 0.83% |
| SWLVX | Schwab | Schwab ® U.S. Large-Cap Value Index Fund | 0.03% |
| FVLIX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Value Leaders Fund - Class I | 0.90% |
| FSCZX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Stock Selector Large Cap Value Fund - Class Z | 0.72% |
Top 10 Holdings
26.45% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Gilead Sciences, Inc. | GILD | 2.75% |
| Altria Group, Inc. | MO | 2.73% |
| Amgen Inc. | AMGN | 2.71% |
| Johnson & Johnson | JNJ | 2.66% |
| Lockheed Martin Corporation | LMT | 2.65% |
| Bristol-Myers Squibb Company | BMY | 2.62% |
| Pfizer Inc. | PFE | 2.62% |
| The J. M. Smucker Company | SJM | 2.57% |
| PepsiCo, Inc. | PEP | 2.57% |
| General Mills, Inc. | GIS | 2.57% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 23, 2025 | $0.3523 | Jun 24, 2025 |
| Mar 24, 2025 | $0.3234 | Mar 25, 2025 |
| Dec 16, 2024 | $3.8412 | Dec 17, 2024 |
| Sep 23, 2024 | $0.4356 | Sep 24, 2024 |
| Jun 21, 2024 | $0.4075 | Jun 24, 2024 |
| Mar 21, 2024 | $0.3613 | Mar 22, 2024 |