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Xtrackers MSCI Europe Hedged Equity ETF (DBEU)

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Upturn Advisory Summary
12/05/2025: DBEU (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type ETF | Historic Profit 9.96% | Avg. Invested days 48 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
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Key Highlights
Volume (30-day avg) - | Beta 0.7 | 52 Weeks Range 37.32 - 45.69 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 37.32 - 45.69 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
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Xtrackers MSCI Europe Hedged Equity ETF
ETF Overview
Overview
The Xtrackers MSCI Europe Hedged Equity ETF (DBEU) seeks investment results that correspond generally to the performance, before fees and expenses, of the MSCI Europe US Dollar Hedged Index. It provides exposure to European equities while hedging against fluctuations between the U.S. dollar and the currencies of the countries included in the MSCI Europe Index.
Reputation and Reliability
DWS is a reputable asset manager with a long history in the ETF market.
Management Expertise
DWS has significant experience in managing international equity ETFs and currency-hedged strategies.
Investment Objective
Goal
To provide investment results that correspond generally to the performance, before fees and expenses, of the MSCI Europe US Dollar Hedged Index.
Investment Approach and Strategy
Strategy: Tracks the MSCI Europe US Dollar Hedged Index, providing exposure to European equities while mitigating currency risk.
Composition Primarily holds stocks of companies located in developed European countries.
Market Position
Market Share: DBEU's market share within the currency-hedged Europe equity ETF segment is moderate.
Total Net Assets (AUM): 469600000
Competitors
Key Competitors
- iShares Currency Hedged MSCI EAFE ETF (HEFA)
- WisdomTree Europe Hedged Equity Fund (HEDJ)
- Franklin FTSE Europe Hedged ETF (FLEH)
Competitive Landscape
The currency-hedged Europe equity ETF market is competitive, with several established players. DBEU's advantages include DWS's reputation and generally lower expense ratio than some competitors. Disadvantages could be smaller AUM, leading to potentially lower liquidity than HEFA.
Financial Performance
Historical Performance: Historical performance depends on the performance of European equities and the effectiveness of the currency hedge. Investors should consult official fund data for specific returns over various timeframes.
Benchmark Comparison: The ETF's performance is expected to closely track the MSCI Europe US Dollar Hedged Index, although slight deviations can occur due to fees and expenses.
Expense Ratio: 0.33
Liquidity
Average Trading Volume
DBEU's average trading volume is moderate, indicating reasonable liquidity for most investors.
Bid-Ask Spread
The bid-ask spread is typically tight, reflecting the ETF's relatively efficient trading.
Market Dynamics
Market Environment Factors
Economic conditions in Europe, strength of the U.S. dollar, and investor sentiment towards European equities influence DBEU.
Growth Trajectory
Growth trends depend on European economic growth, equity market performance, and investor demand for currency-hedged European equity exposure; strategy and holdings remain consistent with index tracking.
Moat and Competitive Advantages
Competitive Edge
DBEU's competitive advantages lie in its efficient tracking of the MSCI Europe US Dollar Hedged Index, offering exposure to European equities while mitigating currency risk for U.S. investors. DWS's experience in managing international equity ETFs contributes to its reliability. The ETF's relatively low expense ratio can also be an advantage. This provides cost-effective access to a hedged European equity strategy. It's suitable for investors seeking European exposure without currency fluctuations.
Risk Analysis
Volatility
DBEU's volatility is tied to the volatility of European equity markets, although the currency hedge can potentially reduce overall volatility for U.S. dollar-based investors.
Market Risk
Market risk includes the potential for declines in European equity values, as well as counterparty risk associated with the currency hedging instruments.
Investor Profile
Ideal Investor Profile
The ideal investor for DBEU is a U.S.-based investor seeking exposure to European equities but wants to minimize the impact of currency fluctuations on their returns.
Market Risk
DBEU is suitable for long-term investors seeking diversification with a currency-hedged approach, as well as those with shorter time horizons who want to reduce currency risk.
Summary
Xtrackers MSCI Europe Hedged Equity ETF (DBEU) offers exposure to European equities while hedging against currency risk, making it attractive for U.S. investors concerned about fluctuations between the U.S. dollar and European currencies. Managed by DWS, it aims to track the MSCI Europe US Dollar Hedged Index effectively. Its expense ratio is competitive, and liquidity is reasonable. DBEU is a suitable option for long-term investors seeking diversified international exposure with a reduced currency impact.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- DWS website
- ETF.com
- Morningstar
Disclaimers:
The data and analysis provided are for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Consult with a qualified financial advisor before making any investment decisions.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
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About Xtrackers MSCI Europe Hedged Equity ETF
Exchange NYSE ARCA | Headquaters - | ||
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The fund, using a passive or indexing investment approach, seeks investment results that correspond generally to the performance, of the underlying index, which is designed to track the performance of the developed markets in Europe, while mitigating exposure to fluctuations between the value of the U.S. dollar and the currencies of the countries included in the underlying index. It will invest at least 80% of its total assets in component securities of the underlying index.

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