Description

This fund typically allocates a substantial portion of its net assets, at least 80%, to stocks that distribute dividends. Beyond just finding income-generating shares, the investment strategy also emphasizes identifying companies that the portfolio manager believes are well-positioned to consistently increase their dividend payments over the long term. The fund primarily invests in a diverse selection of readily tradable equity securities, predominantly common stocks. It also has the flexibility to commit up to 40% of its total assets to international (non-U.S.) equity holdings.