Effective October 1, 2026, EAFH provides investors international equity exposure with a built-in 50% U.S. dollar hedge.

DWS, a leading European asset manager with global reach, today announced the launch of the Xtrackers MSCI EAFE 50% Hedged Equity ETF (CBOE: EAFH) (“the Fund”). The Fund seeks investment results that correspond generally to the performance of the MSCI EAFE 50% Hedged to USD Index.

The Fund is intended to provide access to the international equities of the MSCI EAFE Index while seeking to mitigate the impact of short-term fluctuations in foreign currencies by hedging approximately half of the currency exposure. This approach may appeal to investors seeking to moderate the impact of currency movements without fully eliminating foreign currency exposure.

“The case for international diversification has rarely been stronger. As investors navigate increasingly concentrated equity markets and look beyond the U.S. for additional sources of return and resilience, developed international markets offer access to a broad range of companies, sectors and economic drivers that can complement U.S. exposure, yet currency volatility has often given investors pause,” said Hepsen Uzcan, Chief Executive Officer of DWS Americas. “Building on Xtrackers' longstanding expertise in global investing and currency-hedged solutions, EAFH reflects the strengths that have long defined our franchise: deep expertise in international markets, disciplined currency-risk management and a commitment to delivering thoughtful portfolio construction solutions. The result is a strategy designed to help investors access opportunities across developed international markets while reducing the uncertainty that foreign exchange fluctuations can introduce into investment outcomes.”

“Currency-hedged ETFs allow investors to mitigate the impacts of short-term currency movements and foreign exchange risk,” said George Catrambone, Head of Fixed Income and Xtrackers, Americas at DWS. “Building on our established lineup of both hedged and unhedged international equity ETFs, EAFH offers a differentiated approach for investors who prefer not to make an all-or-nothing decision on currency exposure.”

"We are pleased to support Xtrackers by DWS on their launch of the Xtrackers MSCI EAFE 50% Hedged Equity ETF. DWS has long offered investors a fully hedged approach to international equities, and this new 50% hedge option extends DWS's suite of currency hedged strategies. We look forward to working with Xtrackers as it continues to broaden access to this segment of the market,” said Christine Berg, Head of Americas Index at MSCI.

Xtrackers offers a comprehensive lineup of international equity ETFs for investors looking to build diversified portfolios, including both currency-hedged and unhedged strategies across developed and emerging markets. EAFH complements this suite by providing a single solution for investors seeking an approach between fully hedged and fully unhedged exposure.

EAFH is available for trading on CBOE and has a net/gross expense ratio of 0.20%.

To learn more about Xtrackers ETFs available in the U.S., please visit https://etf.dws.com/en-us/etf-products.

Xtrackers U.S., Global Product Suite, and AuM Update

The Xtrackers U.S. product suite currently comprises 42 ETFs and, as of June 30, 2026, approximately USD 32 billion in assets under management. Xtrackers globally now consists of over 297 UCITS ETFs and ETCs as of June 30, 2026, with approximately EUR 334 billion in assets under management.

Globally, Xtrackers by DWS is an established provider of exchange traded funds (ETFs) and exchange traded commodities (ETCs). Xtrackers ETFs and ETCs offer a range of investment tools designed to provide investors with access to selected markets, sectors and asset classes.

About DWS Group

DWS Group (DWS), with EUR 1,190bn of total assets under management (as of 30 June 2026), is a leading European asset manager with global reach. With approximately 5,000 employees in offices around the world, DWS offers individuals, institutions and large corporations access to comprehensive investment solutions and bespoke portfolios across the full spectrum of investment disciplines. Its diverse expertise in Active, Passive and Alternative asset management enables DWS to deliver targeted solutions for clients across all major liquid and illiquid asset classes. www.dws.com

RISK DISCLOSURE

Investing involves risk, including the possible loss of principal. Stocks may decline in value. Foreign investing involves greater and different risks than investing in U.S. companies, including currency fluctuations, less liquidity, less developed or less efficient trading markets, lack of comprehensive company information, political instability and differing auditing and legal standards. The Fund’s use of forward currency contracts may not be successful in hedging currency exchange rates changes and could eliminate some or all of the benefit of an increase in the value of a foreign currency versus the U.S. dollar. Funds investing in a single industry, country or in a limited geographic region generally are more volatile than more diversified funds. Investing in derivatives entails special risks relating to liquidity, leverage and credit that may reduce returns and/or increase volatility. Performance of the Fund may diverge from that of the Underlying Index due to operating expenses, transaction costs, cash flows, use of sampling strategies or operational inefficiencies. An investment in the Fund should be considered only as a supplement to a complete investment program for those investors willing to accept the risks associated with the Fund. Please read the prospectus for more information.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

ETF shares are not individually redeemable, and owners of shares may acquire those shares from the Fund or tender such shares for the redemption to the Fund in Creation Units only.

Consider the Fund’s investment objective, risk factors and charges and expenses before investing. This and other important information can be found in the Fund’s prospectus, which may be obtained by calling 1-844-851-4255 or by viewing or downloading a prospectus at www.Xtrackers.com. Please read it carefully before investing.

The brand Xtrackers represents all systematic investment solutions. Xtrackers ETFs in the U.S. are managed by DBX Advisors LLC (the “Advisor”) and distributed by ALPS Distributors, Inc. (“ALPS”). The Advisor is a wholly owned subsidiary of DWS Group GmbH & Co. KGaA and is not affiliated with ALPS.

Because ETFs trade on a securities exchange, their shares may trade at a premium or discount to their net asset value. ETFs also incur fees and expenses. Investing involves risk, including the possible loss of principal. An investment in the Fund should be considered only as a supplement to a complete investment program for those investors willing to accept the risks associated with the Fund.

Past performance is no guarantee of future results.

War, terrorism, sanctions, economic uncertainty, trade disputes, public health crises and related geopolitical events have led, and, in the future, may lead to significant disruptions in U.S. and world economies and markets, which may lead to increased market volatility and may have significant adverse effects on the Fund and its investments.

This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation to buy, nor shall there be any sale of these securities in any state or jurisdiction in which such an offer or solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the laws of such state or jurisdiction.

Certain statements contained in this release may be forward-looking in nature. These include all statements relating to plans, expectations, and other statements that are not historical facts and typically use words like “expect,” “anticipate,” “believe,” “intend,” and similar expressions. Such statements represent management’s current beliefs, based upon information available at the time the statements are made, with regards to the matters addressed. All forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed in, or implied by, such statements. Management does not undertake any obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether, as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise. The following factors, among others, could cause actual results to differ materially from forward-looking statements: (i) the effects of adverse changes in market and economic conditions; (ii) legal and regulatory developments; and (iii) other additional risks and uncertainties, including public health crises, war, terrorism, trade disputes and related geopolitical events.

NOT FDIC/ NCUA INSURED • MAY LOSE VALUE • NO BANK GUARANTEE

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