DWS Group Surpasses 2025 Targets, Sets New Ambitions for 2028

DWS Group has exceeded its strategic targets set for 2025, driven by strong fourth-quarter results. The company reported earnings per share of EUR 4.64, surpassing its goal of EUR 4.50. The cost-income ratio improved to 58.0%, better than the targeted 61.5%. Record revenues of EUR 3,155 million were achieved, a 14% increase from 2024, while profit before tax rose 39% to EUR 1,324 million.

Total assets under management reached EUR 1,085 billion, boosted by net inflows of EUR 51.0 billion. DWS announced an increased dividend proposal of EUR 3.00 per share. Looking ahead, the company aims for growth in earnings per share between 10-15% annually and targets a cost-income ratio below 55% by 2027, with significant net flow targets through 2028.