The investment seeks capital appreciation and capital preservation with a low correlation to the broader U.S. equity market. Under normal market conditions, at least 80% of the value of the fund's net assets (plus borrowings for investment purposes) will be invested in equity securities. It invests primarily in U.S. equity securities that tend to offer current dividends. The fund focuses on high-quality companies that have prospects for long-term total returns as a result of their ability to grow earnings and their willingness to increase dividends over time.