Description

The fund obtains its exposure by investing in a mutual fund with the same name. The underlying is a diversified portfolio stocks of US-based companies that pay or expected to pay a dividend or distribution. Holdings are expected to be large-cap companies but may include midcaps as well. Individual stocks are selected based on a bottom-up investment approach that considers fundamental research for growth and value potential. A company’s free cash flow, price to earnings, improving balance sheet and low debt are just a few of the factors considered. The portfolio managers have the flexibility to invest a significant amount of assets in foreign securities as well. Derivatives may also be used to hedge, gain exposure, or generate additional income.