Strategy. Under normal circumstances, the Fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in equity securities issued by small-cap companies. The Fund employs a growth style of investing. In other words, the Fund seeks companies whose earnings are expected to grow consistently faster than those of other companies. It may invest in any economic sector and, at times, emphasize one or more particular industries or sectors. In selecting investments for the Fund, the Funds subadviser looks for securities of companies that it believes to have high growth potential, using a bottom-up stock selection process. The bottom-up approach focuses on fundamental analysis of individual issuers before considering the impact of overall economic, market or industry trends. This approach includes analysis of … Show more… Under normal circumstances, the Fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in equity securities issued by small-cap companies. The Fund employs a growth style of investing. In other words, the Fund seeks companies whose earnings are expected to grow consistently faster than those of other companies. It may invest in any economic sector and, at times, emphasize one or more particular industries or sectors. In selecting investments for the Fund, the Funds subadviser looks for securities of companies that it believes to have high growth potential, using a bottom-up stock selection process. The bottom-up approach focuses on fundamental analysis of individual issuers before considering the impact of overall economic, market or industry trends. This approach includes analysis of a companys financial statements and management structure and consideration of the companys operations, product development, and its industry position. The subadviser currently focuses on what it believes to be high growth companies that are characterized by industry leadership, market share growth, high caliber management teams, sustainable competitive advantages and strong growth themes or new innovative products or services. The Fund generally considers selling a security when it fails to perform as expected or when other opportunities appear more attractive. The Fund may invest in securities of foreign issuers, including those in emerging market countries. The Fund may engage in frequent and active trading of portfolio securities. Show less