Strategy. This Fund normally invests at least 65% of its assets in equity securities of dividend paying companies that the sub-adviser expects to increase their dividends over time and also provide long-term appreciation. The Fund principally invests in common stock. This Fund may invest up to 25% of its assets in securities of companies outside the U.S. not including American Depositary Receipts (ADRs) and securities of foreign companies registered in the U.S. The Fund generally holds large- and mid-capitalization companies. In selecting investments, the sub-adviser favors companies with one or more of the following: either a track record of, or the potential for, above-average earnings and dividend growth; ? a competitive current dividend yield; ? a sound balance sheet and solid … Show more… This Fund normally invests at least 65% of its assets in equity securities of dividend paying companies that the sub-adviser expects to increase their dividends over time and also provide long-term appreciation. The Fund principally invests in common stock. This Fund may invest up to 25% of its assets in securities of companies outside the U.S. not including American Depositary Receipts (ADRs) and securities of foreign companies registered in the U.S. The Fund generally holds large- and mid-capitalization companies. In selecting investments, the sub-adviser favors companies with one or more of the following: either a track record of, or the potential for, above-average earnings and dividend growth; ? a competitive current dividend yield; ? a sound balance sheet and solid cash flow to support future dividend increases; ? a sustainable competitive advantage and leading market position; and ? attractive valuations, such as low price/earnings, price/cash flow, or price/sales ratios. ? The sub-adviser may sell a holding when it appreciates to a stated target, it fails to perform as expected or when other opportunities appear more attractive. The Fund may lend its portfolio holdings to certain financial institutions. Show less