DWS Science and Technology Fund - Class A (KTCAX)
| Fund Assets | 1.80B |
| Expense Ratio | 0.88% |
| Min. Investment | $1,000 |
| Turnover | 27.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 3.99 |
| Dividend Yield | 10.87% |
| Dividend Growth | 10.61% |
| Payout Frequency | Annual |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Dec 12, 2024 |
| Previous Close | 42.00 |
| YTD Return | 5.52% |
| 1-Year Return | 15.85% |
| 5-Year Return | 126.34% |
| 52-Week Low | 30.73 |
| 52-Week High | 44.14 |
| Beta (5Y) | 1.18 |
| Holdings | 57 |
| Inception Date | Sep 7, 1948 |
About KTCAX
DWS Science and Technology Fund - Class A is a mutual fund focused on the science and technology sector, primarily investing in large-cap growth equities. The fund seeks long-term capital appreciation by allocating at least 80% of its net assets to common stocks of companies involved in scientific and technological innovation. While its core holdings are U.S.-based, the fund can invest up to 35% of assets in foreign securities, including those from emerging markets, providing added diversification. Notably, its portfolio often includes leading technology firms such as NVIDIA, Microsoft, Apple, Meta Platforms, and Alphabet, with a significant portion concentrated in its top ten holdings. Managed by DWS since its inception in 1948, the fund leverages an experienced management team to navigate the rapidly evolving tech landscape. Its approach appeals to investors seeking exposure to industries like semiconductors, software, internet, and communication services. With a substantial asset base and a focus on growth-driven sectors, the fund plays a significant role in providing access to innovation-driven companies within the broader U.S. and global equity markets.
Performance
KTCAX had a total return of 15.85% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 8.44%.
Equivalent Funds
These are funds that follow the same index from the other major fund companies.
| Symbol | Provider | Name | Expense Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| FIKGX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Semiconductors Fund - Class Z | 0.62% |
| FATIX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Technology Fund - Class I | 0.72% |
| FELTX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Semiconductors Fund - Class M | 1.25% |
| FTHCX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Technology Fund - Class C | 1.75% |
| FBSOX | Fidelity | Fidelity Select Enterprise Technology Services Portfolio | 0.66% |
Top 10 Holdings
54.18% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Corporation | MSFT | 9.39% |
| NVIDIA Corporation | NVDA | 8.51% |
| Meta Platforms, Inc. | META | 8.41% |
| Apple Inc. | AAPL | 7.18% |
| Broadcom Inc. | AVGO | 5.07% |
| DWS Central Cash Management Government Fund | n/a | 3.75% |
| Alphabet Inc. | GOOGL | 3.61% |
| Alphabet Inc. | GOOG | 2.93% |
| Salesforce, Inc. | CRM | 2.75% |
| Accenture plc | ACN | 2.58% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 12, 2024 | $3.9863 | Dec 13, 2024 |
| Dec 13, 2023 | $3.6039 | Dec 14, 2023 |
| Dec 13, 2022 | $1.3772 | Dec 14, 2022 |
| Dec 11, 2020 | $2.4303 | Dec 14, 2020 |
| Dec 12, 2019 | $2.1875 | Dec 13, 2019 |
| Dec 13, 2018 | $2.6819 | Dec 14, 2018 |