Description

The investment seeks to provide prudent growth of capital and conservation of principal. The fund invests primarily in common stocks of issuers around the world that the investment adviser believes have the potential for growth. It normally invests at least 80% of its net assets in equity-type securities. The fund allocates its assets among various countries, including the U.S. (but in no fewer than three countries). It invests significantly in issuers outside the United States (at least 40% of its net assets). The fund may invest up to 10% of its net assets in the securities of issuers based in emerging markets.