Investment objective & strategy
As of Aug. 28, 2025 · prospectusObjective. The Fund seeks a high level of total return consistent with a moderate level of risk.
Strategy. Under normal circumstances, the Fund invests at least 80% of the value of its net assets in securities that produce dividend income. The Funds strategy targets a portfolio level dividend yield of two times the S&P 500 dividend yield and seeks capital appreciation over a multi-year investment horizon principally through investments in U.S. large cap stocks, while maintaining low volatility versus the broader U.S. large-cap equity market. Volatility for purposes of the Funds investment objective is measured by beta, standard deviation, and/or down-market capture as compared to the U.S. large-cap equity market as measured by the Russell 1000 Value Index. Although the Funds strategy is focused principally on U.S. large cap stocks, the Fund may have holdings of non-U.S. and … Under normal circumstances, the Fund invests at least 80% of the value of its net assets in securities that produce dividend income. The Funds strategy targets a portfolio level dividend yield of two times the S&P 500 dividend yield and seeks capital appreciation over a multi-year investment horizon principally through investments in U.S. large cap stocks, while maintaining low volatility versus the broader U.S. large-cap equity market. Volatility for purposes of the Funds investment objective is measured by beta, standard deviation, and/or down-market capture as compared to the U.S. large-cap equity market as measured by the Russell 1000 Value Index. Although the Funds strategy is focused principally on U.S. large cap stocks, the Fund may have holdings of non-U.S. and non-large cap stocks. The strategy also strives to minimize drawdowns during significant negative market environments. Quantitative and qualitative elements are interwoven throughout the Sub-Advisors (Wilmington Trust Investment Advisors, Inc., or WTIA) process to identify high-quality, high-dividend paying purchase candidates for the portfolio. Quantitative screening and proprietary modeling defines, narrows, and prioritizes investment candidates for fundamental analysis. Quantitative screening criteria include, but are not limited to: minimum yield screening criteria versus the S&P 500 and dividend safety screening measures such as free cash flow and dividend reduction history. Fundamental analysis is employed to further test the strength of investment candidates competitive positioning, financial condition, and alignment of management incentives. The portfolio is constructed based on a bottom-up methodology with a top-down overlay, using a team-based approach to select high-conviction portfolios with limited sector exposures and position sizing consisting of generally 35-55 positions. All positions are continually monitored, with performance measured both on an absolute and relative basis.
Top holdings
As of Jan. 30, 2026 · N-PORT| Security | Ticker | Value | % of fund |
|---|---|---|---|
| JPMORGAN CHASE and CO | — | $4.94M | 5.52% |
| BANK OF AMERICA CORPORATION | — | $4.04M | 4.51% |
| MORGAN STANLEY | — | $3.45M | 3.85% |
| JOHNSON CONTROLS INTERNATIONAL PLC | — | $3.28M | 3.66% |
| JOHNSON&JOHNSON | — | $2.99M | 3.34% |
| BROADCOM INC | — | $2.98M | 3.33% |
| VERIZON COMMUNICATIONS INC | — | $2.88M | 3.22% |
| CISCO SYSTEMS INC | — | $2.70M | 3.02% |
| INTL BUS MACH CORP | — | $2.55M | 2.84% |
| CHEVRON CORP | — | $2.33M | 2.60% |
Portfolio moves
Oct 31, 2025 → Jan 30, 2026How many positions this fund opened, exited, grew, trimmed, or left unchanged between its two most recent N-PORT snapshots — net changes between point-in-time reports, not a trade log.
Similar funds
Funds whose portfolios most overlap this one, by weight| Fund | Overlap | Net exp. |
|---|---|---|
| Schwab Dividend Equity Fund · SWDSX | 47% | 0.89% |
| Touchstone ETF Trust-Touchstone Dividend Select ETF · DVND | 44% | 0.50% |
| Columbia Variable Portfolio - Dividend Opportunity Fund | 43% | 0.73% |
Advisers
| Firm | Role |
|---|---|
| Wilmington Funds Management Corporation | Adviser |
| Wilmington Trust Investment Advisors, Inc. | Sub-adviser |
Footnotes
- Expense ratio as of August 28, 2025, from the fund's prospectus.
- Net assets and holdings count as of January 30, 2026, from the fund's N-PORT filing.
- Total return for calendar year 2025, before tax and after fund expenses. Computed by compounding the twelve monthly total returns the fund reported in its SEC N-PORT filings for 2025 (the latest prospectus does not yet chart this year).
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