The investment seeks capital appreciation. The fund invests primarily in equity securities (including securities convertible into, or that the investment manager expects to be exchanged for, common or preferred stock) of U.S. and foreign companies that the investment manager believes are available at market prices less than their value based on certain recognized or objective criteria (intrinsic value). The equity securities in which the fund invests are primarily common stock. The fund may invest substantially and potentially up to 100% of its assets in foreign securities.
The investment seeks capital appreciation. The fund invests primarily in equity securities (including securities convertible into, or that the investment manager expects to be exchanged for, common or preferred stock) of U.S. and foreign companies that the investment manager believes are available at market prices less than their value based on certain recognized or objective criteria (intrinsic value). The equity securities in which the fund invests are primarily common stock. The fund may invest substantially and potentially up to 100% of its assets in foreign securities.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its assets in common stocks of small companies. The adviser currently considers "small companies" to be those within the market capitalization range of the Russell 2000 Index at the time of initial purchase by the fund.
The investment seeks to maximize after-tax growth of capital through investments primarily in common stocks. The fund seeks to buy and hold for the long-term stocks of attractively valued, high-quality growth companies. It typically uses a growth approach in selecting investments by looking for companies with one or more of the following characteristics: a demonstrated ability to consistently increase revenues, earnings, and cash flow; strong management; attractive business niches; and a sustainable competitive advantage.
The investment seeks capital appreciation, which may occasionally be short term; income is a secondary consideration. The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in securities of financial services companies that the investment manager believes are available at market prices less than their value based on certain recognized or objective criteria (intrinsic value). It may invest in foreign securities without limit.
The investment seeks a high level of current income exempt from regular federal and California state income taxes; its secondary objective is preservation of capital. The fund seeks to achieve its objectives by primarily investing in municipal bonds issued by the state of California and its agencies and municipalities. It may also invest in municipal securities that are issued by jurisdictions outside California. The fund will invest at least 80% of its assets in, or derive at least 80% of its income from, securities that are exempt from both regular federal and California income taxes and that do not subject the investors to federal alternative minimum tax.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. The fund invests at least 80% of the assets in high-technology companies. The adviser considers a high-technology company to be one that employs a relatively high degree of engineering andu002For scientific intensity to deliver its products or services. It may purchase stocks of small-, mid-, and large-cap companies. Due to the fund's focus on emerging opportunities within the technology sector, its investments tend to include younger companies with market capitalizations in the small- or mid-cap categories. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks long-term capital growth. Under normal market conditions, the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in foreign securities. These securities are predominantly equity securities of companies located outside the U.S., including developing markets. The equity securities in which the fund invests are predominantly common stock, and may include smaller and midsize companies. Although the investment manager will search for investments across a large number of regions, countries and sectors, from time to time, based on economic conditions, it may have significant positions in particular regions, countries or sectors.
The investment seeks long-term capital growth. Under normal market conditions, the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in foreign securities. These securities are predominantly equity securities of companies located outside the U.S., including developing markets. The equity securities in which the fund invests are predominantly common stock, and may include smaller and midsize companies. Although the investment manager will search for investments across a large number of regions, countries and sectors, from time to time, based on economic conditions, it may have significant positions in particular regions, countries or sectors.
The investment seeks to increase the value of fund shares as a primary goal and to earn income as a secondary goal. Under normal circumstances, the fund will invest at least 80% of its assets in common stocks of mid-cap U.S. companies. A mid-cap company is defined as a company, at the time of purchase, which has a market capitalization between $1.5 billion and $12 billion or falls within the range of market capitalizations represented in the Russell Midcap Index. The size of the companies in the Russell Midcap Index will change with market conditions.
The investment seeks current income with capital appreciation and growth of income. Under normal market conditions, the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in "bonds." Bonds include debt obligations of any maturity, such as bonds, notes, bills and debentures. It invests predominantly in bonds issued by governments, government-related entities and government agencies located around the world. The fund may invest up to 25% of its total assets in bonds that are rated below investment grade or, if unrated determined by the investment manager to be of comparable quality. It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks to increase the value of fund shares as a primary goal and to earn income as a secondary goal. Under normal circumstances, the fund will invest at least 80% of its assets in common stocks of mid-cap U.S. companies. A mid-cap company is defined as a company, at the time of purchase, which has a market capitalization between $1.5 billion and $12 billion or falls within the range of market capitalizations represented in the Russell Midcap Index. The size of the companies in the Russell Midcap Index will change with market conditions.
The investment seeks long-term capital growth. The fund invests primarily in the equity securities of companies located anywhere in the world, including developing markets. The equity securities in which the fund primarily invests are common stock. The fund may invest in companies of any size, including small and medium capitalization companies. Although the fund seeks investments across a number of regions, countries and sectors, from time to time, based on economic conditions, the fund may have significant positions in particular regions, countries or sectors.
The investment seeks to increase the value of fund shares as a primary goal and to earn income as a secondary goal. Under normal circumstances, the fund will invest at least 80% of its assets in common stocks of mid-cap U.S. companies. A mid-cap company is defined as a company, at the time of purchase, which has a market capitalization between $1.5 billion and $12 billion or falls within the range of market capitalizations represented in the Russell Midcap Index. The size of the companies in the Russell Midcap Index will change with market conditions.
The investment seeks a favorable long-term total return, mainly through capital appreciation, primarily from equity securities of foreign issuers. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in equity securities of foreign issuers. In seeking a favorable long-term total return, the it will invest in securities that it's investment adviser believes have favorable prospects for long-term capital appreciation. The fund has a policy of maintaining investments of equity securities of foreign issuers in at least three countries other than the United States.
The investment seeks a favorable long-term total return, mainly through capital appreciation, by investing primarily in a portfolio of equity securities selected to track the overall U.S. equity markets based on a market index. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in equity securities of its benchmark index, the Russell 3000 Index. It buys most, but not necessarily all, of the stocks in its benchmark index, and the advisor will attempt to closely match the overall investment characteristics of its benchmark index.
The investment seeks a favorable long-term total return, mainly through capital appreciation, primarily from equity securities of foreign issuers. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in equity securities of foreign issuers. In seeking a favorable long-term total return, the it will invest in securities that it's investment adviser believes have favorable prospects for long-term capital appreciation. The fund has a policy of maintaining investments of equity securities of foreign issuers in at least three countries other than the United States.
The investment seeks a favorable long-term total return, mainly through capital appreciation, primarily from equity securities of large domestic companies. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in large-cap equity securities. For purposes of the 80% investment policy, "large-cap" securities are securities of issuers with a capitalization equal to or greater than the top 80% of issuers by capitalization within the Russell 1000 Index at the time of purchase.
The investment seeks a favorable long-term total return, mainly through capital appreciation, primarily from equity securities of large domestic companies. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in large-cap equity securities. For purposes of the 80% investment policy, "large-cap" securities are securities of issuers with a capitalization equal to or greater than the top 80% of issuers by capitalization within the Russell 1000 Index at the time of purchase.
The investment seeks capital appreciation; income is a secondary goal. The fund invests primarily in equity securities (including securities convertible into, or that the investment manager expects to be exchanged for, common or preferred stock) of U.S. and foreign companies that the investment manager believes are available at market prices less than their value based on certain recognized or objective criteria (intrinsic value). The equity securities in which the fund invests are primarily common stock. The fund may invest substantially and potentially up to 100% of its assets in foreign securities.
The investment seeks long-term capital growth. Under normal market conditions, the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in foreign securities. These securities are predominantly equity securities of companies located outside the U.S., including developing markets. The equity securities in which the fund invests are predominantly common stock, and may include smaller and midsize companies. Although the investment manager will search for investments across a large number of regions, countries and sectors, from time to time, based on economic conditions, it may have significant positions in particular regions, countries or sectors.
The investment seeks long-term capital growth. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets in securities of smaller companies located anywhere in the world. The securities in which the fund invests are primarily or predominantly common stocks. The fund may invest a significant amount of its assets in the securities of companies located in emerging markets. It will invest its assets in issuers located in at least three different countries (including the United States) and will invest at least 40% of its net assets in foreign securities.
The investment seeks a favorable long-term total return, mainly through capital appreciation, by investing primarily in a portfolio of emerging markets equity investments. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in equity securities of emerging market issuers or in instruments with economic characteristics similar to emerging market equity securities. The fund's managers consider an "emerging market security" to be a security that is principally traded on a securities exchange of an emerging market or that is issued by an issuer that has primary operations in an emerging market.
The investment seeks capital appreciation; income is a secondary consideration. The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in securities of European companies that the investment manager believes are available at market prices less than their value based on certain recognized or objective criteria (intrinsic value). It normally invests in securities from at least five different countries, although, from time to time, it may invest all of its assets in a single country. The fund also may invest up to 20% of its total assets in securities of U.S. issuers and of issuers from the Middle East and the remaining regions of the world.
The investment seeks a favorable long-term total return, mainly through capital appreciation, by investing primarily in a portfolio of emerging markets equity investments. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in equity securities of emerging market issuers or in instruments with economic characteristics similar to emerging market equity securities. The fund's managers consider an "emerging market security" to be a security that is principally traded on a securities exchange of an emerging market or that is issued by an issuer that has primary operations in an emerging market.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. Under normal market conditions, the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in securities of small cap companies located in "emerging market countries." Emerging market countries include those currently considered to be developing by the World Bank, the International Finance Corporation, the United Nations, or the countries' authorities, or countries with a stock market capitalization of less than 3% of the MSCI World Index. These countries typically are located in the Asia-Pacific region, Eastern Europe, the Middle East, Central and South America, and Africa.
The investment seeks a favorable long-term total return, mainly through capital appreciation, by investing primarily in a portfolio of emerging markets equity investments. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in equity securities of emerging market issuers or in instruments with economic characteristics similar to emerging market equity securities. The fund's managers consider an "emerging market security" to be a security that is principally traded on a securities exchange of an emerging market or that is issued by an issuer that has primary operations in an emerging market.
The investment seeks capital appreciation; income is a secondary consideration. The fund invests substantially to primarily in equity securities (including securities convertible into, or that the investment manager expects to be exchanged for, common or preferred stock) of U.S. and foreign companies that the investment manager believes are available at market prices less than their value based on certain recognized or objective criteria (intrinsic value). It may invest substantially and potentially up to 100% of its assets in foreign securities.
The investment seeks a favorable long-term total return, mainly through capital appreciation, by investing primarily in a portfolio of emerging markets equity investments. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in equity securities of emerging market issuers or in instruments with economic characteristics similar to emerging market equity securities. The fund's managers consider an "emerging market security" to be a security that is principally traded on a securities exchange of an emerging market or that is issued by an issuer that has primary operations in an emerging market.
The investment seeks a favorable long-term total return, mainly through capital appreciation, by investing primarily in a portfolio of emerging markets equity investments. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in equity securities of emerging market issuers or in instruments with economic characteristics similar to emerging market equity securities. The fund's managers consider an "emerging market security" to be a security that is principally traded on a securities exchange of an emerging market or that is issued by an issuer that has primary operations in an emerging market.
The investment seeks capital appreciation, which may occasionally be short term; income is a secondary consideration. The fund invests primarily in equity securities (including securities convertible into, or that the investment manager expects to be exchanged for, common or preferred stock) of U.S. and foreign companies that the investment manager believes are available at market prices less than their value based on certain recognized or objective criteria. It also invests in merger arbitrage securities and the debt and equity of distressed companies. The fund may invest a significant portion (up to 35%) of its assets in foreign securities.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund will invest, under normal market conditions, at least 80% of its net assets (plus the amount of any borrowing for investment purposes) in equity securities of issuers organized, domiciled or with substantial operations in emerging markets countries, which are defined as countries included in an emerging markets index by a recognized index provider, such as the MSCI Emerging Markets Index (Net), or characterized as developing or emerging by any of the World Bank, the United Nations, the International Finance Corporation, or the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development.
The investment seeks a favorable long-term total return, mainly through capital appreciation, by investing primarily in a portfolio of emerging markets equity investments. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in equity securities of emerging market issuers or in instruments with economic characteristics similar to emerging market equity securities. The fund's managers consider an "emerging market security" to be a security that is principally traded on a securities exchange of an emerging market or that is issued by an issuer that has primary operations in an emerging market.
The investment seeks long-term capital growth. The fund invests primarily in the equity securities of companies located anywhere in the world, including developing markets. Under normal circumstances, it will invest in issuers located in at least three different countries (including the U.S.). The equity securities in which the fund invests are primarily common stock, and may include smaller and midsize companies. Although the investment manager will search for investments across a large number of regions, countries and sectors, from time to time, based on economic conditions, it may have significant positions in particular regions, countries or sectors.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. Under normal market conditions, the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in securities of small cap companies located in "emerging market countries." Emerging market countries include those currently considered to be developing by the World Bank, the International Finance Corporation, the United Nations, or the countries' authorities, or countries with a stock market capitalization of less than 3% of the MSCI World Index. These countries typically are located in the Asia-Pacific region, Eastern Europe, the Middle East, Central and South America, and Africa.
The investment seeks a favorable long-term total return, mainly through capital appreciation, by investing primarily in a portfolio of emerging market equity investments based on a market index. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in equity securities that comprise its benchmark index, the MSCI Emerging Markets Index ("MSCI EM Index"), or in instruments with economic characteristics similar to all or a portion of the MSCI EM Index. It buys most, but not necessarily all, of the stocks in its benchmark index, and the advisor will attempt to closely match the overall investment attributes of the fund's benchmark index.
The investment seeks long-term capital growth. The fund invests primarily in the equity securities of companies located anywhere in the world, including developing markets. The equity securities in which the fund primarily invests are common stock. The fund may invest in companies of any size, including small and medium capitalization companies. Although the fund seeks investments across a number of regions, countries and sectors, from time to time, based on economic conditions, the fund may have significant positions in particular regions, countries or sectors.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. The fund invests, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its assets in equity securities of U.S. and non-U.S. companies that meet certain financial and environmental, social, and governance criteria. Equity securities include common stocks, preferred stocks, convertible securities, depositary receipts such as American Depositary Receipts ("ADRs"), Global Depositary Receipts ("GDRs") and European Depositary Receipts ("EDRs"), and interests in other investment companies, including exchange-traded funds that invest in equity securities.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. The fund invests, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its assets in equity securities of U.S. and non-U.S. companies that meet certain financial and environmental, social, and governance criteria. Equity securities include common stocks, preferred stocks, convertible securities, depositary receipts such as American Depositary Receipts ("ADRs"), Global Depositary Receipts ("GDRs") and European Depositary Receipts ("EDRs"), and interests in other investment companies, including exchange-traded funds that invest in equity securities.
The investment seeks a favorable long-term total return, mainly through capital appreciation, by investing primarily in a portfolio of emerging market equity investments based on a market index. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in equity securities that comprise its benchmark index, the MSCI Emerging Markets Index ("MSCI EM Index"), or in instruments with economic characteristics similar to all or a portion of the MSCI EM Index. It buys most, but not necessarily all, of the stocks in its benchmark index, and the advisor will attempt to closely match the overall investment attributes of the fund's benchmark index.
The investment seeks capital appreciation; income is a secondary consideration. The fund invests substantially to primarily in equity securities (including securities convertible into, or that the investment manager expects to be exchanged for, common or preferred stock) of U.S. and foreign companies that the investment manager believes are available at market prices less than their value based on certain recognized or objective criteria (intrinsic value). It may invest substantially and potentially up to 100% of its assets in foreign securities.
The investment seeks a favorable long-term total return, mainly through capital appreciation, by investing primarily in a portfolio of emerging market equity investments based on a market index. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in equity securities that comprise its benchmark index, the MSCI Emerging Markets Index ("MSCI EM Index"), or in instruments with economic characteristics similar to all or a portion of the MSCI EM Index. It buys most, but not necessarily all, of the stocks in its benchmark index, and the advisor will attempt to closely match the overall investment attributes of the fund's benchmark index.
The investment seeks a favorable long-term total return, mainly through capital appreciation, by investing primarily in a portfolio of emerging market equity investments based on a market index. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in equity securities that comprise its benchmark index, the MSCI Emerging Markets Index ("MSCI EM Index"), or in instruments with economic characteristics similar to all or a portion of the MSCI EM Index. It buys most, but not necessarily all, of the stocks in its benchmark index, and the advisor will attempt to closely match the overall investment attributes of the fund's benchmark index.
The investment seeks a favorable long-term total return, mainly through capital appreciation, by investing primarily in a portfolio of emerging market equity investments based on a market index. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in equity securities that comprise its benchmark index, the MSCI Emerging Markets Index ("MSCI EM Index"), or in instruments with economic characteristics similar to all or a portion of the MSCI EM Index. It buys most, but not necessarily all, of the stocks in its benchmark index, and the advisor will attempt to closely match the overall investment attributes of the fund's benchmark index.
The investment seeks a favorable long-term total return, mainly through capital appreciation, by investing primarily in a portfolio of emerging market equity investments based on a market index. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in equity securities that comprise its benchmark index, the MSCI Emerging Markets Index ("MSCI EM Index"), or in instruments with economic characteristics similar to all or a portion of the MSCI EM Index. It buys most, but not necessarily all, of the stocks in its benchmark index, and the advisor will attempt to closely match the overall investment attributes of the fund's benchmark index.
The investment seeks a favorable long-term total return, mainly through capital appreciation, by investing primarily in a portfolio of equity securities selected to track the overall U.S. equity markets based on a market index. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in equity securities of its benchmark index, the Russell 3000 Index. It buys most, but not necessarily all, of the stocks in its benchmark index, and the advisor will attempt to closely match the overall investment characteristics of its benchmark index.
The investment seeks long-term capital growth. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets in securities of smaller companies located anywhere in the world. The securities in which the fund invests are primarily or predominantly common stocks. The fund may invest a significant amount of its assets in the securities of companies located in emerging markets. It will invest its assets in issuers located in at least three different countries (including the United States) and will invest at least 40% of its net assets in foreign securities.
The investment seeks capital appreciation, which may occasionally be short term; income is a secondary consideration. The fund invests primarily in equity securities (including securities convertible into, or that the investment manager expects to be exchanged for, common or preferred stock) of U.S. and foreign companies that the investment manager believes are available at market prices less than their value based on certain recognized or objective criteria. It also invests in merger arbitrage securities and the debt and equity of distressed companies. The fund may invest a significant portion (up to 35%) of its assets in foreign securities.
The investment seeks capital appreciation, which may occasionally be short term; income is a secondary consideration. The fund invests primarily in equity securities (including securities convertible into, or that the investment manager expects to be exchanged for, common or preferred stock) of U.S. and foreign companies that the investment manager believes are available at market prices less than their value based on certain recognized or objective criteria. It also invests in merger arbitrage securities and the debt and equity of distressed companies. The fund may invest a significant portion (up to 35%) of its assets in foreign securities.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. The fund normally invests primarily in common stocks of companies whose market capitalizations at the time of the fund's initial purchase are below the dollar-weighted median market capitalization of companies in the Russell 2000 Index, which are often referred to as "micro-cap" companies. However, it is more broadly authorized to invest in common stocks of small capitalization companies, defined for this purpose as companies whose market capitalizations at the time of initial purchase are at or below the highest capitalization represented in the Russell 2000 Index.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. The fund normally invests primarily in common stocks of companies whose market capitalizations at the time of the fund's initial purchase are below the dollar-weighted median market capitalization of companies in the Russell 2000 Index, which are often referred to as "micro-cap" companies. However, it is more broadly authorized to invest in common stocks of small capitalization companies, defined for this purpose as companies whose market capitalizations at the time of initial purchase are at or below the highest capitalization represented in the Russell 2000 Index.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital through investments primarily in the common stocks of companies located (or with primary operations) in Europe. The fund will normally invest at least 80% of its net assets (including any borrowings for investment purposes) in European companies. Under normal conditions, at least five countries will be represented in the fund's portfolio. It may purchase the stocks of companies of any size. The fund seeks to purchase the stocks of companies with quality management and strong cash flows, and does not emphasize either a growth or value bias in selecting investments.
The investment seeks capital appreciation; income is a secondary consideration. The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in securities of European companies that the investment manager believes are available at market prices less than their value based on certain recognized or objective criteria (intrinsic value). It normally invests in securities from at least five different countries, although, from time to time, it may invest all of its assets in a single country. The fund also may invest up to 20% of its total assets in securities of U.S. issuers and of issuers from the Middle East and the remaining regions of the world.
The investment seeks a favorable long-term total return, mainly through capital appreciation, primarily from equity securities of large domestic companies. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in large-cap equity securities. For purposes of the 80% investment policy, "large-cap" securities are securities of issuers with a capitalization equal to or greater than the top 80% of issuers by capitalization within the Russell 1000 Index at the time of purchase.
The investment seeks long-term capital growth. The fund invests primarily in the equity securities of companies located anywhere in the world, including developing markets. Under normal circumstances, it will invest in issuers located in at least three different countries (including the U.S.). The equity securities in which the fund invests are primarily common stock, and may include smaller and midsize companies. Although the investment manager will search for investments across a large number of regions, countries and sectors, from time to time, based on economic conditions, it may have significant positions in particular regions, countries or sectors.
The investment seeks to provide, consistent with prudent portfolio management, the highest level of income exempt from federal and Maryland state and local income taxes by investing primarily in investment-grade Maryland municipal bonds. The fund will invest so that, under normal market conditions, at least 80% of its net assets (including any borrowings for investment purposes) are invested in bonds that pay interest exempt from federal and Maryland state and local income taxes, and at least 80% of the fund's income is expected to be exempt from federal and Maryland state and local income taxes. It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks to provide, consistent with prudent portfolio management, the highest level of income exempt from federal and Virginia state income taxes by investing primarily in investment-grade Virginia municipal bonds. The fund will invest so that, under normal market conditions, at least 80% of its net assets (including any borrowings for investment purposes) are invested in bonds that pay interest exempt from federal and Virginia state income taxes, and at least 80% of the fund's income is expected to be exempt from federal and Virginia state income taxes. It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks a high level of current income exempt from federal income tax, consistent with the preservation of capital. The fund will invest at least 80% of its assets in, or derive at least 80% of its income from, securities that are exempt from regular federal income tax. It will not invest in securities that subject the investors to federal alternative minimum tax. It invests at least 65% in debt securities rated A- or better or A3 or better by Nationally Recognized Statistical Rating Organizations designated by the fund's investment adviser, or unrated but determined by the fund's investment adviser to be of equivalent quality.
The investment seeks long-term capital growth. Under normal market conditions, the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in foreign (non-U.S.) equity securities. It predominantly invests in companies located outside the U.S. including companies located in developing market countries. The fund may invest in equity securities of any size company, across the entire market capitalization spectrum, including smaller and midsize companies.
The investment seeks long-term capital growth. Under normal market conditions, the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in foreign (non-U.S.) equity securities. It predominantly invests in companies located outside the U.S. including companies located in developing market countries. The fund may invest in equity securities of any size company, across the entire market capitalization spectrum, including smaller and midsize companies.
The investment seeks long-term capital growth. Under normal market conditions, the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in foreign securities. These securities are predominantly equity securities of companies located outside the U.S., including developing markets. The equity securities in which the fund invests are predominantly common stock, and may include smaller and midsize companies. Although the investment manager will search for investments across a large number of regions, countries and sectors, from time to time, based on economic conditions, it may have significant positions in particular regions, countries or sectors.
The investment seeks to provide investors with capital appreciation. The fund invests, under normal market conditions, at least 80% of its assets in equity securities. Equity securities include common stock and preferred stock. It may invest in companies of any market capitalization in seeking to achieve its investment goal. These securities may be listed on an exchange or traded over-the-counter. The fund will generally hold 25 to 45 companies, with residual cash and equivalents expected to represent less than 10% of the fund's net assets. It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks to provide investors with capital appreciation. The fund invests, under normal market conditions, at least 80% of its assets in equity securities. Equity securities include common stock and preferred stock. It may invest in companies of any market capitalization in seeking to achieve its investment goal. These securities may be listed on an exchange or traded over-the-counter. The fund will generally hold 25 to 45 companies, with residual cash and equivalents expected to represent less than 10% of the fund's net assets. It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks to provide investors with capital appreciation. The fund invests, under normal market conditions, at least 80% of its assets in equity securities. Equity securities include common stock and preferred stock. It may invest in companies of any market capitalization in seeking to achieve its investment goal. These securities may be listed on an exchange or traded over-the-counter. The fund will generally hold 25 to 45 companies, with residual cash and equivalents expected to represent less than 10% of the fund's net assets. It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks to generate a high level of current income consistent with prudent investment risk. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its assets in a diversified portfolio of corporate bonds, U.S. government and agency securities, convertible securities and preferred securities. The investment manager will only purchase securities for the fund that are investment grade, with a rating of at least "BBB" as rated by Standard & Poor's or a comparable rating by another nationally recognized rating agency. The fund will not invest in Excluded Securities.
The investment seeks to generate a high level of current income consistent with prudent investment risk. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its assets in a diversified portfolio of corporate bonds, U.S. government and agency securities, convertible securities and preferred securities. The investment manager will only purchase securities for the fund that are investment grade, with a rating of at least "BBB" as rated by Standard & Poor's or a comparable rating by another nationally recognized rating agency. The fund will not invest in Excluded Securities.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital and a modest level of income. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets (including any borrowings for investment purposes) in the common stocks of companies in the financial services industry. In addition, it may invest in companies, such as providers of financial software, that derive substantial revenues (at least 50%) from conducting business in the financial services industry. Security selection is based on fundamental, bottom-up analysis that seeks to identify high quality companies with good appreciation prospects. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks a favorable long-term total return, mainly through capital appreciation, primarily from equity securities of foreign issuers. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in equity securities of foreign issuers. In seeking a favorable long-term total return, the it will invest in securities that it's investment adviser believes have favorable prospects for long-term capital appreciation. The fund has a policy of maintaining investments of equity securities of foreign issuers in at least three countries other than the United States.
The investment seeks a high level of income exempt from federal income taxes by investing primarily in long-term investment-grade municipal securities. Normally, at least 80% of the fund's income will be exempt from federal income taxes. Although the fund may purchase securities of any maturity, the fund generally seeks longer-term municipal securities. Most investments are in investment-grade securities, which are securities rated in one of the four highest credit rating categories by at least one major credit rating agency or, if unrated, deemed to be of comparable quality by T. Rowe Price.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in securities of companies located in "frontier market countries." It invests primarily in the equity securities of frontier market companies. The equity securities in which the fund invests are principally common stock and related depositary receipts. The fund may invest in the equity securities of companies of any size. Because frontier market companies tend to be considered small and micro-cap, the fund's investments in equity securities consist principally of those of small and micro-cap companies.
The investment seeks to provide investors with capital appreciation. The fund invests, under normal market conditions, at least 80% of its assets in equity securities. Equity securities include common stock and preferred stock. It may invest in companies of any market capitalization in seeking to achieve its investment goal. These securities may be listed on an exchange or traded over-the-counter. The fund will generally hold 25 to 45 companies, with residual cash and equivalents expected to represent less than 10% of the fund's net assets. It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks to maximize long-term growth. The fund seeks long-term capital growth by investing primarily in established and emerging companies with capitalizations within the range of companies included in the Russell 1000 Growth Index. It may invest up to 25% of its net assets in securities of foreign issuers, including issuers located in emerging market or developing countries and securities classified as American Depositary Receipts, Global Depositary Receipts, American Depositary Shares or Global Depositary Shares, foreign U.S. dollar denominated securities that are traded on a U.S. exchange or local shares of non-U.S. issuers.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation, with current income, including interest and dividends from portfolio securities, as a secondary objective. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in equity securities (including common, convertible and preferred stocks) of U.S. Realty Companies, and synthetic instruments related to U.S. Realty Companies. Such synthetic instruments are investments that have economic characteristics similar to the funds direct investments in U.S. Realty Companies and include warrants, rights, options and shares of exchange-traded funds (ETFs). The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation, with current income, including interest and dividends from portfolio securities, as a secondary objective. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in equity securities (including common, convertible and preferred stocks) of U.S. Realty Companies, and synthetic instruments related to U.S. Realty Companies. Such synthetic instruments are investments that have economic characteristics similar to the funds direct investments in U.S. Realty Companies and include warrants, rights, options and shares of exchange-traded funds (ETFs). The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks long-term capital growth. Under normal market conditions, the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in investments of smaller companies located outside the U.S., including emerging markets. For purposes of this 80% policy, smaller companies are defined as those with market capitalizations that do not exceed $4 billion. The fund may invest more than 25% of its assets in the securities of issuers located in any one country.
The investment seeks capital appreciation, which may occasionally be short term; income is a secondary consideration. The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in securities of financial services companies that the investment manager believes are available at market prices less than their value based on certain recognized or objective criteria (intrinsic value). It may invest in foreign securities without limit.
The investment seeks total return through a combination of income and capital appreciation. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in income-producing securities such as investment grade corporate bonds, high yield bonds (i.e., junk bonds), preferred stocks, municipal bonds, and U.S. Treasuries. It may also invest in fixed income closed-end funds, dividend-paying equities and other debt securities including but not limited to U.S. government securities, variable- and floating-rate instruments, and mortgage- and asset-backed securities.
The investment seeks high total return over time through a combination of capital appreciation and income. The fund is a "fund of funds" that invests in Class W shares of other funds of the Trust and in other investment pools or investment products. Advisors currently expects to allocate approximately 91% of the fund's assets to equity underlying funds, 4% of its assets to fixed-income underlying funds and 5.00% of its assets to direct real estate underlying funds. Target allocations will change over time and actual allocations may vary up to ten percentage points from the targets.
The investment seeks high total return over time through a combination of capital appreciation and income. The fund is a "fund of funds" that invests in Class W shares of other funds of the Trust and in other investment pools or investment products. Advisors currently expects to allocate approximately 91% of the fund's assets to equity underlying funds, 4% of its assets to fixed-income underlying funds and 5.00% of its assets to direct real estate underlying funds. Target allocations will change over time and actual allocations may vary up to ten percentage points from the targets.
The investment seeks to provide high total return through a combination of current income and capital appreciation. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus the amount of borrowings, if any, for investment purposes) in fixed-income securities. Up to 50% of the fund's net assets may be invested in debt securities that do not meet the investment grade criteria (commonly known as "junk bonds"). The fund may invest up to 20% of its net assets in equity securities. It may invest in securities of any maturity and does not have a target average duration.
The investment seeks long-term capital growth. The fund invests primarily in the equity securities of companies located anywhere in the world, including developing markets. The equity securities in which the fund primarily invests are common stock. The fund may invest in companies of any size, including small and medium capitalization companies. Although the fund seeks investments across a number of regions, countries and sectors, from time to time, based on economic conditions, the fund may have significant positions in particular regions, countries or sectors.
The investment seeks current income with capital appreciation and growth of income. Under normal market conditions, the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in "bonds." Bonds include debt obligations of any maturity, such as bonds, notes, bills and debentures. It invests predominantly in bonds issued by governments, government-related entities and government agencies located around the world. The fund may invest up to 25% of its total assets in bonds that are rated below investment grade or, if unrated determined by the investment manager to be of comparable quality. It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests 80% of the value of its net assets, plus any borrowings for investment purposes, in equity securities. It invests primarily in equity securities of mid- and large-capitalization companies. The portfolio manager uses a highly focused approach, which seeks to achieve superior long-term returns over a full market cycle by owning shares of companies that the portfolio manager believes to have strong and enduring business models and inherent advantages over their competitors.
The investment seeks to maximize current income and achieve above average total return consistent with prudent investment management over a full market cycle. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of the value of its net assets, plus any borrowings for investment purposes, in debt securities. It may invest up to 5% of its net assets in below investment grade bonds (commonly known as "junk bonds").
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests 80% of the value of its net assets, plus any borrowings for investment purposes, in equity securities. It invests primarily in equity securities of mid- and large-capitalization companies. The portfolio manager uses a highly focused approach, which seeks to achieve superior long-term returns over a full market cycle by owning shares of companies that the portfolio manager believes to have strong and enduring business models and inherent advantages over their competitors.
The investment seeks to realize a high level of dividend income consistent with prudent investment management; capital appreciation is a secondary objective. The fund invests at least 80% of the value of its net assets, plus any borrowings for investment purposes, in equity securities of companies that have a record of paying dividends. In selecting the fund's investments, the portfolio manager sometimes considers the extent to which businesses have leaders who prudently manage their environmental sustainability and social responsibilities with good governance and solid financial resources.
The investment seeks capital appreciation, with a secondary goal of current income. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of the value of its net assets, plus any borrowings for investment purposes, in equity securities of large-capitalization companies. In selecting the fund's investments, the portfolio managers sometimes consider the extent to which businesses have leaders who prudently manage their environmental sustainability and social responsibilities with good governance and solid financial resources.
The investment seeks capital appreciation, with a secondary goal of current income. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of the value of its net assets, plus any borrowings for investment purposes, in equity securities of large-capitalization companies. In selecting the fund's investments, the portfolio managers sometimes consider the extent to which businesses have leaders who prudently manage their environmental sustainability and social responsibilities with good governance and solid financial resources.
The investment seeks high total return from current income and capital appreciation. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of the value of its net assets, plus any borrowings for investment purposes, in debt securities issued or guaranteed by companies, financial institutions and government entities in Emerging Market Countries. It generally invests in at least four Emerging Market Countries.
The investment seeks long-term capital growth. The fund invests in the equity securities of companies located anywhere in the world, including developing markets. Under normal market conditions, the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in equity securities. The equity securities in which the fund primarily invests are common stock. Under normal market conditions, the fund will invest at least 40% of its net assets in foreign securities.
The investment seeks to maximize current income and achieve above average total return consistent with prudent investment management over a full market cycle. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of the value of its net assets, plus any borrowings for investment purposes, in debt securities. It may invest up to 5% of its net assets in below investment grade bonds (commonly known as "junk bonds").
The investment seeks growth of capital. The fund invests primarily in common stocks and other equity securities of small, medium and large capitalization companies. It invests up to 45% of its net assets, measured at the time of investment, in foreign securities, including multinational and emerging market securities. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks to maximize income and achieve above average total return consistent with reasonable risk over a full market cycle. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of the value of its net assets, plus any borrowings for investment purposes, in high yieldu002Fbelow investment grade bonds (commonly known as "junk bonds"). It may invest up to 20% of its net assets in equity securities (including common stock and convertible and non-convertible preferred stocks) and bank loans of companies in the high yield universe. The fund may also invest in debt securities.
The investment seeks to maximize income and achieve above average total return consistent with reasonable risk over a full market cycle. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of the value of its net assets, plus any borrowings for investment purposes, in high yieldu002Fbelow investment grade bonds (commonly known as "junk bonds"). It may invest up to 20% of its net assets in equity securities (including common stock and convertible and non-convertible preferred stocks) and bank loans of companies in the high yield universe. The fund may also invest in debt securities.
The investment seeks to realize a high level of dividend income consistent with prudent investment management; capital appreciation is a secondary objective. The fund invests at least 80% of the value of its net assets, plus any borrowings for investment purposes, in equity securities of companies that have a record of paying dividends. In selecting the fund's investments, the portfolio manager sometimes considers the extent to which businesses have leaders who prudently manage their environmental sustainability and social responsibilities with good governance and solid financial resources.
The investment seeks a favorable long-term total return, through both capital appreciation and investment income, primarily from income-producing equity securities. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its assets in equity securities. It will invest in securities which the fund's investment adviser believes have the potential for capital appreciation, dividend income, or both. The fund focuses on large-cap securities that the advisor believes to be attractively valued, show the potential to appreciate faster than the rest of the market and return cash to shareholders in the form of dividends, stock buy-backs or both.
The investment seeks high total return from current income and capital appreciation. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of the value of its net assets, plus any borrowings for investment purposes, in debt securities issued or guaranteed by companies, financial institutions and government entities in Emerging Market Countries. It generally invests in at least four Emerging Market Countries.
The investment seeks the highest total return over time consistent with a primary emphasis on capital growth and a secondary emphasis on income. The fund invests in a diversified portfolio typically consisting of approximately 80% stocks; 16% bonds, money market securities, and cash reserves; and 4% alternative investments, including through hedge funds. Under normal conditions, its allocation to the broad asset classes will be within the following ranges: stocks (70-90%), bonds, money markets securities, and cash reserves (5-25%), and alternative investments (0-10%).
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation; current income is the secondary objective. The fund invests primarily in foreign equity securities or depository receipts of foreign equity securities. The fund may invest in developing countries, but under normal conditions those investments are expected to comprise a significantly smaller proportion of the fund than investments in developed countries.
The investment seeks a favorable long-term total return, through both capital appreciation and investment income, primarily from income-producing equity securities. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its assets in equity securities. It will invest in securities which the fund's investment adviser believes have the potential for capital appreciation, dividend income, or both. The fund focuses on large-cap securities that the advisor believes to be attractively valued, show the potential to appreciate faster than the rest of the market and return cash to shareholders in the form of dividends, stock buy-backs or both.
The investment seeks to maximize current income and achieve above average total return consistent with prudent investment management over a full market cycle. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of the value of its net assets, plus any borrowings for investment purposes, in debt securities. The fund may invest in derivative instruments such as options, futures and swap agreements for investment management or hedging purposes.
The investment seeks high current income consistent with the preservation of principal. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its investable assets in bonds of corporations with varying maturities. For purposes of this policy, bonds include all fixed-income securities, adjustable rate securities and floating rate securities, other than preferred stock, and corporations include all private issuers.
The investment seeks to maximize current income and achieve above average total return consistent with prudent investment management over a full market cycle. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of the value of its net assets, plus any borrowings for investment purposes, in debt securities. The fund may invest in derivative instruments such as options, futures and swap agreements for investment management or hedging purposes.
The investment seeks current income and, secondarily, long term capital appreciation. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests in a combination of (i) fixed income funds, and (ii) equity funds that utilize diverse investment styles, such as growth andu002For value investing. It seeks to achieve this by investing in a combination of other funds - the "underlying funds" - through the implementation of a strategic asset allocation strategy.
The investment seeks current income and, secondarily, long term capital appreciation. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests in a combination of (i) fixed income funds, and (ii) equity funds that utilize diverse investment styles, such as growth andu002For value investing. It seeks to achieve this by investing in a combination of other funds - the "underlying funds" - through the implementation of a strategic asset allocation strategy.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. The fund invests, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) in securities of issuers in the Pacific region excluding Japan, and in other instruments that have economic characteristics similar to such securities. It invests primarily in equity securities and depositary receipts. The fund may invest in the securities of issuers of all capitalization sizes and may invest a significant amount of its net assets in the securities of small- and mid-capitalization issuers.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. The fund invests, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) in securities of issuers in the Pacific region excluding Japan, and in other instruments that have economic characteristics similar to such securities. It invests primarily in equity securities and depositary receipts. The fund may invest in the securities of issuers of all capitalization sizes and may invest a significant amount of its net assets in the securities of small- and mid-capitalization issuers.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. The fund invests, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) in securities of issuers in the Pacific region excluding Japan, and in other instruments that have economic characteristics similar to such securities. It invests primarily in equity securities and depositary receipts. The fund may invest in the securities of issuers of all capitalization sizes and may invest a significant amount of its net assets in the securities of small- and mid-capitalization issuers.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund's sub-adviser invests, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of the fund's net assets (plus the amount of borrowings, if any, for investment purposes) in common stocks and related equity securities-such as preferred stock, convertible securities and depositary receipts-of issuers economically tied to a number of countries throughout the world, including emerging market countries.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund's sub-adviser invests, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of the fund's net assets (plus the amount of borrowings, if any, for investment purposes) in common stocks and related equity securities-such as preferred stock, convertible securities and depositary receipts-of issuers economically tied to a number of countries throughout the world, including emerging market countries.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund's sub-adviser invests, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of the fund's net assets (plus the amount of borrowings, if any, for investment purposes) in common stocks and related equity securities-such as preferred stock, convertible securities and depositary receipts-of issuers economically tied to a number of countries throughout the world, including emerging market countries.
The investment seeks capital growth. The fund invests primarily in securities of companies located in at least three developed countries world-wide (excluding the United States). Under normal market conditions, the fund's portfolio managers seek securities of companies whose earnings, revenues or key business fundamentals are not only growing, but growing at an accelerating pace.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. The fund invests, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) in securities of issuers in the Pacific region excluding Japan, and in other instruments that have economic characteristics similar to such securities. It invests primarily in equity securities and depositary receipts. The fund may invest in the securities of issuers of all capitalization sizes and may invest a significant amount of its net assets in the securities of small- and mid-capitalization issuers.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. The fund invests, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) in securities of issuers in the Pacific region excluding Japan, and in other instruments that have economic characteristics similar to such securities. It invests primarily in equity securities and depositary receipts. The fund may invest in the securities of issuers of all capitalization sizes and may invest a significant amount of its net assets in the securities of small- and mid-capitalization issuers.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. The fund invests, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) in securities of issuers in the Pacific region excluding Japan, and in other instruments that have economic characteristics similar to such securities. It invests primarily in equity securities and depositary receipts. The fund may invest in the securities of issuers of all capitalization sizes and may invest a significant amount of its net assets in the securities of small- and mid-capitalization issuers.
The investment seeks long-term capital growth. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets in securities of smaller companies located anywhere in the world. The securities in which the fund invests are primarily or predominantly common stocks. The fund may invest a significant amount of its assets in the securities of companies located in emerging markets. It will invest its assets in issuers located in at least three different countries (including the United States) and will invest at least 40% of its net assets in foreign securities.
The investment seeks to maximize current income. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of the value of its net assets, plus any borrowings for investment purposes, in a diversified portfolio of debt securities of varying maturities, including bonds, notes and other similar fixed income instruments issued by governmental or private sector issuers. It may invest up to 10% of its net assets in below investment grade bonds (commonly known as "junk bonds"). The fund may invest in derivative instruments such as options, futures and swap agreements for investment management or hedging purposes.
The investment seeks long-term capital growth and current income primarily through investments in stocks. The fund's primary focus is on capital appreciation. While most assets will typically be invested in U.S. common stocks, the fund may invest in foreign stocks in keeping with the fund's objective. It may sell securities for a variety of reasons, such as to secure gains, limit losses, or redeploy assets into more promising opportunities.
The investment seeks total investment return consisting of a combination of interest income, capital appreciation, and currency gains. Under normal market conditions, the fund invests primarily in fixed and floating rate debt securities and debt obligations (including convertible bonds) of governments, government agencies and government-related or corporate issuers worldwide (collectively, "bonds"). Bonds may be denominated and issued in the local currency or in another currency. Bonds include debt securities of any maturity, such as bonds, notes, bills and debentures. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation; current income is the secondary objective. The fund invests primarily in foreign equity securities or depository receipts of foreign equity securities. The fund may invest in developing countries, but under normal conditions those investments are expected to comprise a significantly smaller proportion of the fund than investments in developed countries.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. The fund invests primarily in stocks of domestic growth companies that the sub-advisor believes have a demonstrated record of achievement with excellent prospects for earnings growth over a one- to three-year period. In choosing securities, Westfield looks for companies that the sub-advisor believes are reasonably priced with high forecasted earnings potential. The fund may invest in companies of any market capitalization. It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. The fund invests primarily in stocks of domestic growth companies that the sub-advisor believes have a demonstrated record of achievement with excellent prospects for earnings growth over a one- to three-year period. In choosing securities, Westfield looks for companies that the sub-advisor believes are reasonably priced with high forecasted earnings potential. The fund may invest in companies of any market capitalization. It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation; current income is the secondary objective. The fund invests primarily in foreign equity securities or depository receipts of foreign equity securities. The fund may invest in developing countries, but under normal conditions those investments are expected to comprise a significantly smaller proportion of the fund than investments in developed countries.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of the value of its net assets, plus any borrowings for investment purposes, in equity securities of mid-capitalization companies. It invests mostly in what the portfolio manager believes are "value companies." The portfolio manager seeks to identify those companies that have fallen out of favor and whose stock is selling below what the portfolio manager believes is its real value.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of the value of its net assets, plus any borrowings for investment purposes, in equity securities of mid-capitalization companies. It invests mostly in what the portfolio manager believes are "value companies." The portfolio manager seeks to identify those companies that have fallen out of favor and whose stock is selling below what the portfolio manager believes is its real value.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation; current income is the secondary objective. The fund invests primarily in foreign equity securities or depository receipts of foreign equity securities. The fund may invest in developing countries, but under normal conditions those investments are expected to comprise a significantly smaller proportion of the fund than investments in developed countries.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. The fund invests primarily in stocks of domestic growth companies that the sub-advisor believes have a demonstrated record of achievement with excellent prospects for earnings growth over a one- to three-year period. In choosing securities, Westfield looks for companies that the sub-advisor believes are reasonably priced with high forecasted earnings potential. The fund may invest in companies of any market capitalization. It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. The fund invests primarily in stocks of domestic growth companies that the sub-advisor believes have a demonstrated record of achievement with excellent prospects for earnings growth over a one- to three-year period. In choosing securities, Westfield looks for companies that the sub-advisor believes are reasonably priced with high forecasted earnings potential. The fund may invest in companies of any market capitalization. It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks to maximize long-term growth. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus the amount of borrowings, if any, for investment purposes) in equity securities of large cap companies and other investments with similar economic characteristics. The fund manager considers large cap companies to be companies with market capitalizations that, at the time of initial purchase, exceed the market capitalization of the smallest company included in the Russell 1000 Growth Index.
The investment seeks to maximize long-term growth. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus the amount of borrowings, if any, for investment purposes) in equity securities of large cap companies and other investments with similar economic characteristics. The fund manager considers large cap companies to be companies with market capitalizations that, at the time of initial purchase, exceed the market capitalization of the smallest company included in the Russell 1000 Growth Index.
The investment seeks to maximize long-term growth. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus the amount of borrowings, if any, for investment purposes) in equity securities of large cap companies and other investments with similar economic characteristics. The fund manager considers large cap companies to be companies with market capitalizations that, at the time of initial purchase, exceed the market capitalization of the smallest company included in the Russell 1000 Growth Index.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. The manager expects to invest primarily in domestic equity securities (primarily common stocks) selected for their growth potential. However, the fund may own a variety of securities, including foreign equity securities. The fund may invest in developing countries. Its investment advisor, Thornburg Investment Management, Inc. ("Thornburg") intends to invest in companies that it believes will have growing revenues and earnings. The fund can invest in companies of any size, from larger, well-established companies to smaller, emerging growth companies.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. The manager expects to invest primarily in domestic equity securities (primarily common stocks) selected for their growth potential. However, the fund may own a variety of securities, including foreign equity securities. The fund may invest in developing countries. Its investment advisor, Thornburg Investment Management, Inc. ("Thornburg") intends to invest in companies that it believes will have growing revenues and earnings. The fund can invest in companies of any size, from larger, well-established companies to smaller, emerging growth companies.
The investment seeks a favorable long-term total return, mainly through capital appreciation, by investing primarily in a portfolio of equity securities of large domestic value companies based on a market index. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in securities of its benchmark index, the Russell 1000 Value Index. The Russell 1000 Value Index is a subset of the Russell 1000 Index, which represents the performance of the large-cap value segment of the U.S. equity universe. It includes those Russell 1000 Index companies with lower price-to-book ratios and lower expected growth values.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. Under normal market conditions the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in equity securities of developing country issuers. A developing country issuer is a company or sovereign entity that is domiciled or otherwise tied economically to one or more developing countries. The fund may invest in issuers of any size of capitalization, including small companies.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. Under normal market conditions the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in equity securities of developing country issuers. A developing country issuer is a company or sovereign entity that is domiciled or otherwise tied economically to one or more developing countries. The fund may invest in issuers of any size of capitalization, including small companies.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. Under normal market conditions the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in equity securities of developing country issuers. A developing country issuer is a company or sovereign entity that is domiciled or otherwise tied economically to one or more developing countries. The fund may invest in issuers of any size of capitalization, including small companies.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. Under normal market conditions the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in equity securities of developing country issuers. A developing country issuer is a company or sovereign entity that is domiciled or otherwise tied economically to one or more developing countries. The fund may invest in issuers of any size of capitalization, including small companies.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation; current income is the secondary objective. The fund invests primarily in foreign equity securities or depository receipts of foreign equity securities. The fund may invest in developing countries, but under normal conditions those investments are expected to comprise a significantly smaller proportion of the fund than investments in developed countries.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital by investing in equity securities selected for their growth potential. The adviser expects to invest primarily in equity securities from issuers around the world (primarily common stocks) selected for their growth potential and, under normal market conditions, invests at least 75% of its assets in foreign securities or depository receipts of foreign securities. However, the fund may own a variety of securities, including domestic equity securities. The fund may invest in developing countries.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. The manager expects to invest primarily in domestic equity securities (primarily common stocks) selected for their growth potential. However, the fund may own a variety of securities, including foreign equity securities. The fund may invest in developing countries. Its investment advisor, Thornburg Investment Management, Inc. ("Thornburg") intends to invest in companies that it believes will have growing revenues and earnings. The fund can invest in companies of any size, from larger, well-established companies to smaller, emerging growth companies.
The investment seeks to provide long-term growth of capital; a secondary objective of the fund is to limit risk during unfavorable market conditions. The fund's adviser invests primarily in: (1) ETFs that invest primarily in U.S. and foreign common stocks of any capitalization and U.S. and foreign fixed income securities of any rating; (2) U.S. and foreign common stocks of any capitalization; (3) U.S. and foreign fixed income securities of any rating; (4) futures, total return swaps or credit default swaps that use high yield debt instruments or high yield indexes as reference assets; and (5) U.S. or foreign cash equivalents.
The investment seeks to provide a high level of current income; a secondary objective of the fund is to limit risk during unfavorable market conditions. The fund's adviser seeks to achieve its investment objectives by investing primarily in: (1) ETFs and open-end investment companies that primarily invest in or are otherwise exposed to domestic and foreign high-yield debt instruments; (2) futures total return swaps or credit default swaps; (3) other U.S. or foreign fixed-income securities of any rating;(4) iBoxx IShares High Yield Corporate Bond Futures contracts or other futures contracts and (5) U.S. or foreign cash equivalents.
The investment seeks as high a level of current income as the adviser believes is consistent with safety of capital; reducing changes in its share prices compared to longer term portfolios is a secondary goal. The fund invests at least 65% of its net assets in (i) obligations of the U.S. government, its agencies and instrumentalities, (ii) debt obligations rated at the time of purchase in one of the three highest principal long term rating categories of S&P Global Ratings or Moody's Investors Services, Inc. or the equivalent three highest short term ratings, or, if no credit rating is available, judged to be of comparable quality as determined by Thornburg.
The investment seeks to provide long-term growth of capital; a secondary objective of the fund is to limit risk during unfavorable market conditions. The fund's adviser seeks to achieve the fund's investment objectives by investing primarily in futures contracts primarily linked to "developed market" issuers outside the U.S. or stock indices compromised of non-U.S. developed market issuers, as well as ETFs, investment grade fixed-income securities, cash equivalents. The adviser defines non-U.S. developed markets as those countries included in the MSCI EAFE Index.
The investment seeks as high a level of current income as the adviser believes is consistent with safety of capital; reducing changes in its share prices compared to longer term portfolios is a secondary goal. The fund invests at least 65% of its net assets in (i) obligations of the U.S. government, its agencies and instrumentalities, (ii) debt obligations rated at the time of purchase in one of the three highest principal long term rating categories of S&P Global Ratings or Moody's Investors Services, Inc. or the equivalent three highest short term ratings, or, if no credit rating is available, judged to be of comparable quality as determined by Thornburg.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. The manager expects to invest primarily in domestic equity securities (primarily common stocks) selected for their growth potential. However, the fund may own a variety of securities, including foreign equity securities. The fund may invest in developing countries. Its investment advisor, Thornburg Investment Management, Inc. ("Thornburg") intends to invest in companies that it believes will have growing revenues and earnings. The fund can invest in companies of any size, from larger, well-established companies to smaller, emerging growth companies.
The investment seeks as high a level of current income as the adviser believes is consistent with safety of capital; reducing changes in its share prices compared to longer term portfolios is a secondary goal. The fund invests at least 65% of its net assets in (i) obligations of the U.S. government, its agencies and instrumentalities, (ii) debt obligations rated at the time of purchase in one of the three highest principal long term rating categories of S&P Global Ratings or Moody's Investors Services, Inc. or the equivalent three highest short term ratings, or, if no credit rating is available, judged to be of comparable quality as determined by Thornburg.
The investment seeks to obtain as high a level of current income exempt from federal individual income tax as is consistent, in the view of the fund's investment advisor, with preservation of capital; the secondary goal of the fund is to reduce expected changes in its share price compared to long-term bond portfolios. The fund normally invests 100% of its assets in municipal obligations. It invests principally in a laddered maturity portfolio of municipal obligations issued by states and state agencies, local governments and their agencies, and by United States territories and possessions.
The investment seeks as high a level of current income as the adviser believes is consistent with safety of capital; reducing changes in its share prices compared to longer term portfolios is a secondary goal. The fund invests at least 65% of its net assets in (i) obligations of the U.S. government, its agencies and instrumentalities, (ii) debt obligations rated at the time of purchase in one of the three highest principal long term rating categories of S&P Global Ratings or Moody's Investors Services, Inc. or the equivalent three highest short term ratings, or, if no credit rating is available, judged to be of comparable quality as determined by Thornburg.
The investment seeks to achieve a high level of income as its main goal; capital appreciation is a secondary consideration. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets (including borrowings for investment purposes) in non-investment-grade debt securities. It generally invests in non-investment-grade debt securities of domestic corporations. Non-investment-grade debt securities are higher risk, lower quality securities, often referred to as "junk bonds," and are considered speculative.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus the amount of any borrowing for investment purposes) in equity securities of large companies. The Adviser focuses mainly on the equity securities of large domestic and international companies which have market capitalizations equivalent to those included in widely known indices such as the Russell 1000 Growth Index, S&P 500 Index, or the large company market capitalization classifications published by Lipper, Inc. These companies typically have a market capitalization of approximately $8 billion or more. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks to provide long-term growth of capital; a secondary objective of the fund is to limit risk during unfavorable market conditions. The fund invests primarily in equity index futures contracts, as well as U.S. large cap stocks, ETFs that primarily invest in U.S. large cap stocks, investment grade fixed income securities, cash equivalents and futures contracts on investment grade fixed-income securities and U.S. treasury securities. The adviser primarily uses technical analysis of large-cap equity markets.
The investment seeks a high level of current income consistent with stability of principal. Under normal market conditions, the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus the amount of any borrowing for investment purposes) in debt securities or preferred stock in at least the "Baa" major rating category by Moody's or at least in the "BBB" major rating category by S&P or unrated securities considered to be of comparable quality by the fund's Adviser, with the dollar-weighted average effective maturity for the fund expected to be between one and five years.
The investment seeks long-term capital growth while providing reasonable stability of principal. The fund pursues its objective by investing in a combination of other funds managed by the Adviser and directly held financial instruments. It is designed for investors who seek moderate long-term capital growth with reasonable stability of principal and are comfortable with moderate levels of risk and volatility. The fund allocates 35%-75% of its assets in equity securities, and 25%-65% in debt securities.
The investment seeks to obtain as high a level of current income exempt from federal individual income tax as is consistent, in the view of the fund's investment advisor, with preservation of capital; the secondary goal of the fund is to reduce expected changes in its share price compared to long-term bond portfolios. The fund normally invests 100% of its assets in municipal obligations. It invests principally in a laddered maturity portfolio of municipal obligations issued by states and state agencies, local governments and their agencies, and by United States territories and possessions.
The investment seeks to obtain as high a level of current income exempt from federal individual income tax as is consistent, in the view of the fund's investment advisor, with preservation of capital; the secondary goal of the fund is to reduce expected changes in its share price compared to long-term bond portfolios. The fund normally invests 100% of its assets in municipal obligations. It invests principally in a laddered maturity portfolio of municipal obligations issued by states and state agencies, local governments and their agencies, and by United States territories and possessions.
The investment seeks to obtain as high a level of current income exempt from federal and New Mexico state individual income taxes as is consistent with preservation of capital; the secondary goal is to reduce expected changes in its share price compared to long-term bond portfolios. The fund invests at least 80% of its assets in municipal obligations originating in New Mexico which are exempt from New Mexico and regular federal income taxes, and normally invests 100% of its assets in municipal obligations originating in New Mexico or issued by United States territories or possessions and exempt from regular federal income tax. It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks to obtain as high a level of current income exempt from federal and New Mexico state individual income taxes as is consistent with preservation of capital; the secondary goal is to reduce expected changes in its share price compared to long-term bond portfolios. The fund invests at least 80% of its assets in municipal obligations originating in New Mexico which are exempt from New Mexico and regular federal income taxes, and normally invests 100% of its assets in municipal obligations originating in New Mexico or issued by United States territories or possessions and exempt from regular federal income tax. It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks to obtain as high a level of current income exempt from federal and New Mexico state individual income taxes as is consistent with preservation of capital; the secondary goal is to reduce expected changes in its share price compared to long-term bond portfolios. The fund invests at least 80% of its assets in municipal obligations originating in New Mexico which are exempt from New Mexico and regular federal income taxes, and normally invests 100% of its assets in municipal obligations originating in New Mexico or issued by United States territories or possessions and exempt from regular federal income tax. It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks to obtain as high a level of current income exempt from federal, New York State and New York City individual income taxes as is consistent with preservation of capital. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its assets in municipal obligations originating in New York State which are exempt from New York State and regular federal income taxes, and normally invests 100% of its assets in municipal obligations originating in New York or issued by United States territories and possessions and exempt from regular federal income tax. It may invest up to 20% of its assets in taxable securities. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation by investing in equity and debt securities of all types from issuers around the world. The fund pursues its investment goal by investing primarily in a broad range of equity securities, including common stocks, preferred stocks and publicly traded real estate investment trusts. It may invest in any stock or other equity security which its investment advisor, Thornburg Investment Management, Inc. ("Thornburg"), believes may assist the fund in pursuing its goal.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation by investing in equity and debt securities of all types from issuers around the world. The fund pursues its investment goal by investing primarily in a broad range of equity securities, including common stocks, preferred stocks and publicly traded real estate investment trusts. It may invest in any stock or other equity security which its investment advisor, Thornburg Investment Management, Inc. ("Thornburg"), believes may assist the fund in pursuing its goal.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation by investing in equity and debt securities of all types from issuers around the world. The fund pursues its investment goal by investing primarily in a broad range of equity securities, including common stocks, preferred stocks and publicly traded real estate investment trusts. It may invest in any stock or other equity security which its investment advisor, Thornburg Investment Management, Inc. ("Thornburg"), believes may assist the fund in pursuing its goal.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation by investing in equity and debt securities of all types from issuers around the world. The fund pursues its investment goal by investing primarily in a broad range of equity securities, including common stocks, preferred stocks and publicly traded real estate investment trusts. It may invest in any stock or other equity security which its investment advisor, Thornburg Investment Management, Inc. ("Thornburg"), believes may assist the fund in pursuing its goal.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation by investing in equity and debt securities of all types from issuers around the world. The fund pursues its investment goal by investing primarily in a broad range of equity securities, including common stocks, preferred stocks and publicly traded real estate investment trusts. It may invest in any stock or other equity security which its investment advisor, Thornburg Investment Management, Inc. ("Thornburg"), believes may assist the fund in pursuing its goal.
The investment seeks a higher level of current income while preserving capital. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets plus any borrowing for investment purposes in a diversified portfolio of bonds, including corporate bonds of domestic issuers and of foreign issuers payable in U.S. dollars, short-term debt instruments, mortgage- and asset-backed securities, bonds of foreign government issuers (including its agencies and instrumentalities) payable in U.S. dollars, and U.S. Treasury securities and other debt securities issued or guaranteed by the U.S. government (including its agencies and instrumentalities).
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation by investing in equity and debt securities of all types from issuers around the world. The fund pursues its investment goal by investing primarily in a broad range of equity securities, including common stocks, preferred stocks and publicly traded real estate investment trusts. It may invest in any stock or other equity security which its investment advisor, Thornburg Investment Management, Inc. ("Thornburg"), believes may assist the fund in pursuing its goal.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation by investing in equity and debt securities of all types from issuers around the world. The fund pursues its investment goal by investing primarily in a broad range of equity securities, including common stocks, preferred stocks and publicly traded real estate investment trusts. It may invest in any stock or other equity security which its investment advisor, Thornburg Investment Management, Inc. ("Thornburg"), believes may assist the fund in pursuing its goal.
The investment seeks high total return through a combination of capital appreciation and current income. To pursue its goal, the fund invests in a diversified mix of stocks and fixed-income securities. The managers select securities that, in the portfolio managers' judgment, will result in the highest total return consistent with preservation of principal. The mix of stocks and bonds varies from time to time, but normally the fund allocates between 25% and 50% of its assets to fixed-income securities and between 75% to 50% of its assets to equities.
The investment seeks a high level of long-term capital appreciation. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets plus any borrowing for investment purposes in a diversified portfolio of equity securities of large-capitalization companies that at the time of purchase fall within the capitalization ranges of companies in the S&P 500 Index. Its equity investments included within this 80% may include common stocks, American Depositary Receipts (ADRs), and real estate investment trusts (REITs).
The investment seeks a high level of long-term capital appreciation by investing in securities of medium-sized companies. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets plus any borrowing for investment purposes in a diversified portfolio of equity securities of medium-sized companies that at the time of purchase fall within the 12-month average of the capitalization ranges of stocks in the Russell Midcap Index. Its equity investments included within this 80% may include common stocks, American Depositary Receipts (ADRs), and real estate investment trusts (REITs).
The investment seeks as high a level of current income as the adviser believes is consistent with safety of capital; reducing changes in its share prices compared to longer term portfolios is a secondary goal. The fund invests at least 65% of its net assets in (i) obligations of the U.S. government, its agencies and instrumentalities, (ii) debt obligations rated at the time of purchase in one of the three highest principal long term rating categories of S&P Global Ratings or Moody's Investors Services, Inc. or the equivalent three highest short term ratings, or, if no credit rating is available, judged to be of comparable quality as determined by Thornburg.
The investment seeks as high a level of current income as the adviser believes is consistent with safety of capital; reducing changes in its share prices compared to longer term portfolios is a secondary goal. The fund invests at least 65% of its net assets in (i) obligations of the U.S. government, its agencies and instrumentalities, (ii) debt obligations rated at the time of purchase in one of the three highest principal long term rating categories of S&P Global Ratings or Moody's Investors Services, Inc. or the equivalent three highest short term ratings, or, if no credit rating is available, judged to be of comparable quality as determined by Thornburg.
The investment seeks as high a level of current income as the adviser believes is consistent with safety of capital; reducing changes in its share prices compared to longer term portfolios is a secondary goal. The fund invests at least 65% of its net assets in (i) obligations of the U.S. government, its agencies and instrumentalities, (ii) debt obligations rated at the time of purchase in one of the three highest principal long term rating categories of S&P Global Ratings or Moody's Investors Services, Inc. or the equivalent three highest short term ratings, or, if no credit rating is available, judged to be of comparable quality as determined by Thornburg.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital; a secondary objective is to limit risk during unfavorable market conditions. The fund invests primarily in equity index futures contracts on equity indices compromised of U.S. small and mid-cap issuers, small and mid-cap stocks, and ETFs that primarily invest in small and mid-cap issuers as well as investment grade fixed income securities, cash equivalents and futures contracts on investment grade fixed-income securities and U.S. treasury securities. It may also invest in stocks of U.S. small and mid-cap issuers and exchange traded funds ("ETFs") that invest in such issuers.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation; current income is the secondary objective. The fund invests primarily in foreign equity securities or depository receipts of foreign equity securities. The fund may invest in developing countries, but under normal conditions those investments are expected to comprise a significantly smaller proportion of the fund than investments in developed countries.
The investment seeks to achieve a high level of income as its main goal; capital appreciation is a secondary consideration. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets (including borrowings for investment purposes) in non-investment-grade debt securities. It generally invests in non-investment-grade debt securities of domestic corporations. Non-investment-grade debt securities are higher risk, lower quality securities, often referred to as "junk bonds," and are considered speculative.
The investment seeks to achieve a high level of income as its main goal; capital appreciation is a secondary consideration. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets (including borrowings for investment purposes) in non-investment-grade debt securities. It generally invests in non-investment-grade debt securities of domestic corporations. Non-investment-grade debt securities are higher risk, lower quality securities, often referred to as "junk bonds," and are considered speculative.
The investment seeks to maximize income while maintaining prospects for capital appreciation. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests 55-95% in debt securities and 5-45% in equity securities. The equity securities in which the fund invests may include common stock, preferred stock, securities convertible into common stock, or securities or other instruments the price of which is linked to the value of common stock.
The investment seeks a high level of current income primarily through investment in below-investment grade debt securities. The fund will invest at least 80% of its net assets in USD-denominated high yield fixed income securities of corporate issuers rated below investment grade by two or more nationally recognized statistical rating organizations, or, if unrated, of equivalent quality as determined by the Sub-advisers. It may invest up to 20% of its assets in securities not denominated in USD, including securities of issuers located in emerging market foreign countries. The fund also may invest up to 20% of its assets in equity and equity-related securities.
The investment seeks to achieve a high level of income as its main goal; capital appreciation is a secondary consideration. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets (including borrowings for investment purposes) in non-investment-grade debt securities. It generally invests in non-investment-grade debt securities of domestic corporations. Non-investment-grade debt securities are higher risk, lower quality securities, often referred to as "junk bonds," and are considered speculative.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. The fund invests at least 80% of its total assets in U.S. common stocks without regard to market capitalizations. It invests using a growth investing style. Growth funds generally focus on stocks of companies believed to have above-average potential for growth in revenue, earnings, cash flow, or other similar criteria. The fund invests its assets in the securities of a limited number of companies, which the fund's investment manager believes show a high probability for superior growth.
The investment seeks to provide a level of current income which exceeds the average yield on U.S. stocks; long-term capital appreciation is a secondary objective. The fund pursues its investment goals by investing in a broad range of income producing securities, primarily including stocks and bonds. It will under normal conditions invest at least 80% of its assets in income-producing securities, and at least 50% of its assets in common stocks.
The investment seeks to provide a level of current income which exceeds the average yield on U.S. stocks; long-term capital appreciation is a secondary objective. The fund pursues its investment goals by investing in a broad range of income producing securities, primarily including stocks and bonds. It will under normal conditions invest at least 80% of its assets in income-producing securities, and at least 50% of its assets in common stocks.
The investment seeks total return, primarily through current income. The fund invests at least 80% of its assets in bonds. For these purposes, bonds include fixed-income securities of all types. It primarily invests in a broad range of investment-grade bonds and fixed-income securities, including, but not limited to, U.S. government securities, corporate bonds, mortgage-backed and other asset-backed securities, senior loans and loan participations and assignments and notes. The fund may also invest in other fixed-income securities, including those of non-investment-grade quality.
The investment seeks total return, primarily through high current income. The fund invests at least 80% of its assets in bonds. For these purposes, bonds include fixed-income securities of all types. Its portfolio is divided into two segments. The first segment, which makes up at least 70% of the fund's assets, is invested primarily in a broad range of investment-grade bonds and fixed-income securities. The second segment, which will not exceed 30% of the fund's assets, is invested in fixed-income securities and bonds with special features in an effort to improve the fund's total return.
The investment seeks to provide a level of current income which exceeds the average yield on U.S. stocks; long-term capital appreciation is a secondary objective. The fund pursues its investment goals by investing in a broad range of income producing securities, primarily including stocks and bonds. It will under normal conditions invest at least 80% of its assets in income-producing securities, and at least 50% of its assets in common stocks.
The investment seeks total return, primarily through current income. The fund invests at least 80% of its assets in bonds. For these purposes, bonds include fixed-income securities of all types. It primarily invests in a broad range of investment-grade bonds and fixed-income securities, including, but not limited to, U.S. government securities, corporate bonds, mortgage-backed and other asset-backed securities, senior loans and loan participations and assignments and notes. The fund may also invest in other fixed-income securities, including those of non-investment-grade quality.
The investment seeks to provide a level of current income which exceeds the average yield on U.S. stocks; long-term capital appreciation is a secondary objective. The fund pursues its investment goals by investing in a broad range of income producing securities, primarily including stocks and bonds. It will under normal conditions invest at least 80% of its assets in income-producing securities, and at least 50% of its assets in common stocks.
The investment seeks to provide a level of current income which exceeds the average yield on U.S. stocks; long-term capital appreciation is a secondary objective. The fund pursues its investment goals by investing in a broad range of income producing securities, primarily including stocks and bonds. It will under normal conditions invest at least 80% of its assets in income-producing securities, and at least 50% of its assets in common stocks.
The investment seeks to provide a level of current income which exceeds the average yield on U.S. stocks; long-term capital appreciation is a secondary objective. The fund pursues its investment goals by investing in a broad range of income producing securities, primarily including stocks and bonds. It will under normal conditions invest at least 80% of its assets in income-producing securities, and at least 50% of its assets in common stocks.
The investment seeks to provide a level of current income which exceeds the average yield on U.S. stocks; long-term capital appreciation is a secondary objective. The fund pursues its investment goals by investing in a broad range of income producing securities, primarily including stocks and bonds. It will under normal conditions invest at least 80% of its assets in income-producing securities, and at least 50% of its assets in common stocks.
The investment seeks a favorable long-term total return that reflects the investment performance of the overall U.S. stock market while giving special consideration to certain ESG criteria. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in equity securities. The Advisor attempts to achieve the return of the U.S. stock market as represented by its benchmark, the Russell 3000 Index, while investing in companies whose activities are consistent with the fund's ESG criteria.
The investment seeks to maximize total return through income and capital appreciation. The advisor intends to invest at least 65% of its net assets in a "core" portfolio of investment grade, U.S. dollar-denominated fixed income securities that may include, but are not limited to, debt securities issued by the U.S. government and its agencies, corporate bonds, and mortgage-backed, and asset-backed securities. Normally, the fund will also maintain a "plus" portion of its portfolio in other sectors of the bond market, including high yield, non-U.S. dollar-denominated, emerging market securities, and bank loans to seek additional returns.
The investment seeks a favorable long-term total return that reflects the investment performance of the overall U.S. stock market while giving special consideration to certain ESG criteria. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in equity securities. The Advisor attempts to achieve the return of the U.S. stock market as represented by its benchmark, the Russell 3000 Index, while investing in companies whose activities are consistent with the fund's ESG criteria.
The investment seeks growth of capital. The fund invests at least 80% of its assets in small-capitalization companies. Small capitalization companies are companies that have market capitalizations within the range represented in the Russell 2000  Index. It invests primarily in common stocks of small-capitalization companies that the sub-advisor believes are high quality, have superior business models, solid management teams, sustainable growth potential and are attractively valued. The fund may invest without limitation in foreign securities.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital through investments primarily in the common stocks of rapidly growing, small- to medium-sized companies outside the U.S. The managers expect to primarily invest outside the U.S. and to diversify broadly across a variety of industries in developed and emerging market countries throughout the world. Normally, at least 80% of the fund's net assets (including any borrowings for investment purposes) will be invested in non-U.S. stocks.
The investment seeks total return, primarily through current income. The fund invests at least 80% of its assets in bonds. For these purposes, bonds include fixed-income securities of all types. It primarily invests in a broad range of investment-grade bonds and fixed-income securities, including, but not limited to, U.S. government securities, corporate bonds, mortgage-backed and other asset-backed securities, senior loans and loan participations and assignments and notes. The fund may also invest in other fixed-income securities, including those of non-investment-grade quality.
The investment seeks total return, primarily through current income. The fund invests at least 80% of its assets in bonds. For these purposes, bonds include fixed-income securities of all types. It primarily invests in a broad range of investment-grade bonds and fixed-income securities, including, but not limited to, U.S. government securities, corporate bonds, mortgage-backed and other asset-backed securities, senior loans and loan participations and assignments and notes. The fund may also invest in other fixed-income securities, including those of non-investment-grade quality.
The investment seeks a favorable long-term total return, mainly through capital appreciation, primarily from equity securities of foreign issuers. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in equity securities of foreign issuers. It has a policy of maintaining investments of equity securities of foreign issuers in at least three countries other than the United States. The adviser selects individual stocks, and lets the fund's country and regional asset allocations evolve from their stock selection.
The investment seeks a favorable long-term total return, mainly through capital appreciation, by investing primarily in a portfolio of equity securities selected to track the overall U.S. equity markets based on a market index. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in equity securities of its benchmark index, the Russell 3000 Index. It buys most, but not necessarily all, of the stocks in its benchmark index, and the advisor will attempt to closely match the overall investment characteristics of its benchmark index.
The investment seeks a favorable long-term total return, mainly through capital appreciation, primarily from equity securities of foreign issuers. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in equity securities of foreign issuers. It has a policy of maintaining investments of equity securities of foreign issuers in at least three countries other than the United States. The adviser selects individual stocks, and lets the fund's country and regional asset allocations evolve from their stock selection.
The investment seeks capital appreciation. The fund will invest, under normal market conditions, at least 80% of its net assets (plus the amount of any borrowing for investment purposes) in the equity securities of companies located outside the U.S. The advisor focuses on companies located in developed markets, but also may invest a portion of its assets in securities of companies located in emerging markets. The advisor intends to diversify its assets by investing primarily in securities of issuers located in at least three foreign countries. It may also lend portfolio securities to earn additional income.
The investment seeks a favorable long-term total return, mainly through capital appreciation, primarily from equity securities of foreign issuers. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in equity securities of foreign issuers. It has a policy of maintaining investments of equity securities of foreign issuers in at least three countries other than the United States. The adviser selects individual stocks, and lets the fund's country and regional asset allocations evolve from their stock selection.
The investment seeks to maximize current income, consistent with the protection of principal. The fund will invest, under normal market conditions, at least 80% of its net assets (plus the amount of any borrowing for investment purposes) in fixed income instruments. It invests primarily in fixed income instruments of issuers located outside the U.S. Up to 15% of the fund's total assets may be invested in fixed income instruments of issuers located in emerging markets countries. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital by investing in equity securities selected for their growth potential. The adviser expects to invest primarily in equity securities from issuers around the world (primarily common stocks) selected for their growth potential and, under normal market conditions, invests at least 75% of its assets in foreign securities or depository receipts of foreign securities. However, the fund may own a variety of securities, including domestic equity securities. The fund may invest in developing countries.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital by investing in equity securities selected for their growth potential. The adviser expects to invest primarily in equity securities from issuers around the world (primarily common stocks) selected for their growth potential and, under normal market conditions, invests at least 75% of its assets in foreign securities or depository receipts of foreign securities. However, the fund may own a variety of securities, including domestic equity securities. The fund may invest in developing countries.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. The Portfolio seeks to achieve its investment objective by investing in securities or instruments and a combination of underlying funds that currently exist or that may become available for investment in the future. The advisor intends to invest at least 80% of its net assets plus any borrowings for investment purposes in underlying equity funds and equity securities with a blend of domestic large cap, small cap and international exposure to seek capital appreciation. It invests approximately 10% of its total assets in the Goldman Sachs Tactical Tilt Overlay Fund.
The investment seeks a favorable long-term total return, through both capital appreciation and investment income, primarily from income-producing equity securities. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its assets in equity securities. It will invest in securities which the fund's investment adviser believes have the potential for capital appreciation, dividend income, or both. The fund focuses on large-cap securities that the advisor believes to be attractively valued, show the potential to appreciate faster than the rest of the market and return cash to shareholders in the form of dividends, stock buy-backs or both.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital by investing in equity securities selected for their growth potential. The adviser expects to invest primarily in equity securities from issuers around the world (primarily common stocks) selected for their growth potential and, under normal market conditions, invests at least 75% of its assets in foreign securities or depository receipts of foreign securities. However, the fund may own a variety of securities, including domestic equity securities. The fund may invest in developing countries.
The investment seeks long term capital appreciation. The central premise of the fund's investment style is "growth at a reasonable price" or "GARP." The fund usually invests in a diversified portfolio of common stocks from small, medium and large capitalization companies. It invests primarily in common stocks. While it is anticipated that the fund will invest across a range of industries, certain sectors are likely to be overweighted compared to others because the Adviser seeks best investment opportunities regardless of sector.
The investment seeks total return primarily through high current income and, when consistent with its primary objective, capital appreciation. The fund invests primarily in lower-rated, higher-yielding fixed-income securities, such as domestic and foreign corporate bonds, debentures, loan participations and assignments and notes, as well as convertible and preferred securities. Under normal circumstances, it invests at least 80% of its assets in debt and other fixed-income securities rated lower than investment-grade (and their unrated equivalents) or other high-yielding debt securities.
The investment seeks total return primarily through high current income and, when consistent with its primary objective, capital appreciation. The fund invests primarily in lower-rated, higher-yielding fixed-income securities, such as domestic and foreign corporate bonds, debentures, loan participations and assignments and notes, as well as convertible and preferred securities. Under normal circumstances, it invests at least 80% of its assets in debt and other fixed-income securities rated lower than investment-grade (and their unrated equivalents) or other high-yielding debt securities.
The investment seeks total return primarily through high current income and, when consistent with its primary objective, capital appreciation. The fund invests primarily in lower-rated, higher-yielding fixed-income securities, such as domestic and foreign corporate bonds, debentures, loan participations and assignments and notes, as well as convertible and preferred securities. Under normal circumstances, it invests at least 80% of its assets in debt and other fixed-income securities rated lower than investment-grade (and their unrated equivalents) or other high-yielding debt securities.
The investment seeks total return primarily through high current income and, when consistent with its primary objective, capital appreciation. The fund invests primarily in lower-rated, higher-yielding fixed-income securities, such as domestic and foreign corporate bonds, debentures, loan participations and assignments and notes, as well as convertible and preferred securities. Under normal circumstances, it invests at least 80% of its assets in debt and other fixed-income securities rated lower than investment-grade (and their unrated equivalents) or other high-yielding debt securities.
The investment seeks total return primarily through high current income and, when consistent with its primary objective, capital appreciation. The fund invests primarily in lower-rated, higher-yielding fixed-income securities, such as domestic and foreign corporate bonds, debentures, loan participations and assignments and notes, as well as convertible and preferred securities. Under normal circumstances, it invests at least 80% of its assets in debt and other fixed-income securities rated lower than investment-grade (and their unrated equivalents) or other high-yielding debt securities.
The investment seeks a favorable long-term total return, mainly through capital appreciation, primarily from equity securities of foreign issuers. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in equity securities of foreign issuers. It has a policy of maintaining investments of equity securities of foreign issuers in at least three countries other than the United States. The adviser selects individual stocks, and lets the fund's country and regional asset allocations evolve from their stock selection.
The investment seeks to provide inflation protection and income, primarily through investment in inflation-linked bonds. The fund invests at least 80% of its assets in fixed-income securities whose principal value increases or decreases based on changes in the Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers ("CPI-U"), over the life of the security. Typically, it will invest in U.S. Treasury Inflation-Indexed Securities ("TIIS"). Under most circumstances, the fund's investments in inflation-linked bonds of foreign issuers are generally less than 20% of its assets.
The investment seeks to provide inflation protection and income, primarily through investment in inflation-linked bonds. The fund invests at least 80% of its assets in fixed-income securities whose principal value increases or decreases based on changes in the Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers ("CPI-U"), over the life of the security. Typically, it will invest in U.S. Treasury Inflation-Indexed Securities ("TIIS"). Under most circumstances, the fund's investments in inflation-linked bonds of foreign issuers are generally less than 20% of its assets.
The investment seeks to provide inflation protection and income. The fund will invest at least 80% of its net assets (including any borrowings for investment purposes) in inflation-protected bonds. The emphasis will be on bonds issued by the U.S. Treasury (e.g., Treasury inflation-protected securities), but similar bonds issued by U.S. government agencies and corporations may also be purchased. Up to 20% of the fund's investments in inflation-protected bonds may be issued by foreign governments or corporations and linked to a non-U.S. inflation rate. It may also invest up to 20% of its net assets in fixed-income securities that are not indexed to inflation.
The investment seeks a favorable long-term total return, through both capital appreciation and investment income, primarily from income-producing equity securities. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its assets in equity securities. It will invest in securities which the fund's investment adviser believes have the potential for capital appreciation, dividend income, or both. The fund focuses on large-cap securities that the advisor believes to be attractively valued, show the potential to appreciate faster than the rest of the market and return cash to shareholders in the form of dividends, stock buy-backs or both.
The investment seeks maximum total return, consistent with preservation of capital and prudent investment management. The fund will invest, under normal market conditions, at least 80% of its net assets (plus the amount of any borrowing for investment purposes) in fixed income instruments. It may invest up to 30% of its total assets in securities denominated in foreign currencies, and may invest beyond this limit in U.S. dollar-denominated securities of foreign issuers.
The investment seeks to provide inflation protection and income, primarily through investment in inflation-linked bonds. The fund invests at least 80% of its assets in fixed-income securities whose principal value increases or decreases based on changes in the Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers ("CPI-U"), over the life of the security. Typically, it will invest in U.S. Treasury Inflation-Indexed Securities ("TIIS"). Under most circumstances, the fund's investments in inflation-linked bonds of foreign issuers are generally less than 20% of its assets.
The investment seeks to provide inflation protection and income, primarily through investment in inflation-linked bonds. The fund invests at least 80% of its assets in fixed-income securities whose principal value increases or decreases based on changes in the Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers ("CPI-U"), over the life of the security. Typically, it will invest in U.S. Treasury Inflation-Indexed Securities ("TIIS"). Under most circumstances, the fund's investments in inflation-linked bonds of foreign issuers are generally less than 20% of its assets.
The investment seeks to provide inflation protection and income, primarily through investment in inflation-linked bonds. The fund invests at least 80% of its assets in fixed-income securities whose principal value increases or decreases based on changes in the Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers ("CPI-U"), over the life of the security. Typically, it will invest in U.S. Treasury Inflation-Indexed Securities ("TIIS"). Under most circumstances, the fund's investments in inflation-linked bonds of foreign issuers are generally less than 20% of its assets.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation; income is a secondary objective. The fund will normally invest at least 80% of its net assets (including any borrowings for investment purposes) in securities of large-cap companies that the portfolio manager regards as undervalued. The manager defines a large-cap company as having a market capitalization that, at the time of purchase, is either (i) larger than the current median market capitalization of companies in the Russell 1000 Value Index or (ii) larger than the three year average median market capitalization of companies in the index as of December 31 of the three preceding years.
The investment seeks maximum total return through a combination of capital appreciation and current income. The fund typically invests in common stocks and other equity securities, which may include securities issued by real estate investment trusts (REITs), publicly traded master limited partnerships (MLPs) or royalty trusts, as well as preferred stocks, convertible preferred stocks, and warrants.
The investment seeks a favorable long-term return, mainly through capital appreciation, primarily from equity securities. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in large-cap equity securities. It will invest primarily in large-cap equity securities that the fund's investment adviser believes present the opportunity for growth. The fund also seeks to invest in companies expected to benefit from prospective acquisitions, reorganizations, corporate restructurings or other special situations. It may invest up to 20% of its assets in foreign investments.
The investment seeks a favorable long-term return, mainly through capital appreciation, primarily from equity securities. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in large-cap equity securities. It will invest primarily in large-cap equity securities that the fund's investment adviser believes present the opportunity for growth. The fund also seeks to invest in companies expected to benefit from prospective acquisitions, reorganizations, corporate restructurings or other special situations. It may invest up to 20% of its assets in foreign investments.
The investment seeks a favorable long-term total return, mainly through capital appreciation, by investing primarily in a portfolio of equity securities of large domestic growth companies based on a market index. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in securities of its benchmark index, the Russell 1000 Growth Index. It buys most, but not necessarily all, of the stocks in its benchmark index, and the advisor will attempt to closely match the overall investment characteristics of the fund's benchmark index.
The investment seeks a favorable long-term return, mainly through capital appreciation, primarily from equity securities. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in large-cap equity securities. It will invest primarily in large-cap equity securities that the fund's investment adviser believes present the opportunity for growth. The fund also seeks to invest in companies expected to benefit from prospective acquisitions, reorganizations, corporate restructurings or other special situations. It may invest up to 20% of its assets in foreign investments.
The investment seeks a favorable long-term return, mainly through capital appreciation, primarily from equity securities. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in large-cap equity securities. It will invest primarily in large-cap equity securities that the fund's investment adviser believes present the opportunity for growth. The fund also seeks to invest in companies expected to benefit from prospective acquisitions, reorganizations, corporate restructurings or other special situations. It may invest up to 20% of its assets in foreign investments.
The investment seeks a favorable long-term total return, mainly through capital appreciation, by investing primarily in a portfolio of equity securities of large domestic value companies based on a market index. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in securities of its benchmark index, the Russell 1000 Value Index. The Russell 1000 Value Index is a subset of the Russell 1000 Index, which represents the performance of the large-cap value segment of the U.S. equity universe. It includes those Russell 1000 Index companies with lower price-to-book ratios and lower expected growth values.
The investment seeks a favorable long-term return, mainly through capital appreciation, primarily from equity securities. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in large-cap equity securities. It will invest primarily in large-cap equity securities that the fund's investment adviser believes present the opportunity for growth. The fund also seeks to invest in companies expected to benefit from prospective acquisitions, reorganizations, corporate restructurings or other special situations. It may invest up to 20% of its assets in foreign investments.
The investment seeks favorable returns that reflect the broad investment performance of the financial markets. The fund is a "fund of funds" that invests in Institutional Class shares of other funds of the Trust and in other investment pools or investment products. It invests in underlying funds according to a relatively stable asset allocation strategy and will generally seek to meet its investment objective by investing: (1) approximately 60% of its assets in equity underlying funds including up to 5% of its assets in real estate underlying funds; and (2) approximately 40% of its assets in fixed-income underlying funds ("target allocations").
The investment seeks favorable returns that reflect the broad investment performance of the financial markets. The fund is a "fund of funds" that invests in Institutional Class shares of other funds of the Trust and in other investment pools or investment products. It invests in underlying funds according to a relatively stable asset allocation strategy and will generally seek to meet its investment objective by investing: (1) approximately 60% of its assets in equity underlying funds including up to 5% of its assets in real estate underlying funds; and (2) approximately 40% of its assets in fixed-income underlying funds ("target allocations").
The investment seeks a favorable long-term total return, mainly through capital appreciation, primarily from equity securities of medium-sized domestic companies. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in mid-cap equity securities. The fund will invest primarily in equity securities of medium-sized domestic companies, as defined by the fund's benchmark index (the Russell Midcap Value Index) that the fund's investment adviser believes appear undervalued by the market based on an evaluation of their potential worth.
The investment seeks both income and capital appreciation. The fund invests in a diversified portfolio of debt and equity securities worldwide. It normally invests at least 25% of its assets in fixed income securities and at least 25% of its assets in equity securities. Under normal market conditions, at least 40% of the fund's net assets are invested in non-U.S. investments and in at least three different countries.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital by investing in equity securities selected for their growth potential. The adviser expects to invest primarily in equity securities from issuers around the world (primarily common stocks) selected for their growth potential and, under normal market conditions, invests at least 75% of its assets in foreign securities or depository receipts of foreign securities. However, the fund may own a variety of securities, including domestic equity securities. The fund may invest in developing countries.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital by investing in equity securities selected for their growth potential. The adviser expects to invest primarily in equity securities from issuers around the world (primarily common stocks) selected for their growth potential and, under normal market conditions, invests at least 75% of its assets in foreign securities or depository receipts of foreign securities. However, the fund may own a variety of securities, including domestic equity securities. The fund may invest in developing countries.
The investment seeks a favorable long-term total return, mainly through capital appreciation, by investing primarily in a portfolio of equity securities selected to track the overall U.S. equity markets based on a market index. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in equity securities of its benchmark index, the Russell 3000 Index. It buys most, but not necessarily all, of the stocks in its benchmark index, and the advisor will attempt to closely match the overall investment characteristics of its benchmark index.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital by investing in equity securities selected for their growth potential. The adviser expects to invest primarily in equity securities from issuers around the world (primarily common stocks) selected for their growth potential and, under normal market conditions, invests at least 75% of its assets in foreign securities or depository receipts of foreign securities. However, the fund may own a variety of securities, including domestic equity securities. The fund may invest in developing countries.
The investment seeks total return, primarily through current income. The fund invests at least 80% of its assets in bonds. For these purposes, bonds include fixed-income securities of all types. It primarily invests in a broad range of investment-grade bonds and fixed-income securities, including, but not limited to, U.S. government securities, corporate bonds, mortgage-backed and other asset-backed securities, senior loans and loan participations and assignments and notes. The fund may also invest in other fixed-income securities, including those of non-investment-grade quality.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. The fund invests, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its assets in equity securities of U.S. and non-U.S. companies that meet certain financial and environmental, social, and governance criteria. Equity securities include common stocks, preferred stocks, convertible securities, depositary receipts such as American Depositary Receipts ("ADRs"), Global Depositary Receipts ("GDRs") and European Depositary Receipts ("EDRs"), and interests in other investment companies, including exchange-traded funds that invest in equity securities.
The investment seeks a favorable long-term total return, mainly through capital appreciation, by investing primarily in a portfolio of equity securities selected to track the overall U.S. equity markets based on a market index. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in equity securities of its benchmark index, the Russell 3000 Index. It buys most, but not necessarily all, of the stocks in its benchmark index, and the advisor will attempt to closely match the overall investment characteristics of its benchmark index.
The investment seeks to obtain a favorable long-term total return through both capital appreciation and current income, by investing primarily in equity securities of companies principally engaged in or related to the real estate industry. The fund invests at least 80% of its assets in the securities of companies that are principally engaged in or related to the real estate industry, including those that own significant real estate assets. It may invest up to 15% of its assets in real estate securities of foreign issuers and up to 20% of its assets in equity and debt securities of issuers that are not engaged in or related to the real estate industry.
The investment seeks to provide long-term growth through a combination of capital appreciation and current income. The fund will normally invest at least 80% of its net assets (including any borrowings for investment purposes) in the equity securities of real estate companies throughout the world, including the U.S. It will invest in at least five countries and at least 40% of its net assets will be in real estate companies outside the U.S. (at least 30% of net assets will be in real estate companies outside the U.S. if foreign market conditions are not favorable). The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks to obtain a favorable long-term total return through both capital appreciation and current income, by investing primarily in equity securities of companies principally engaged in or related to the real estate industry. The fund invests at least 80% of its assets in the securities of companies that are principally engaged in or related to the real estate industry, including those that own significant real estate assets. It may invest up to 15% of its assets in real estate securities of foreign issuers and up to 20% of its assets in equity and debt securities of issuers that are not engaged in or related to the real estate industry.
The investment seeks long-term growth through a combination of capital appreciation and current income. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets (including any borrowings for investment purposes) in the equity securities of real estate companies. It is likely to maintain a significant portion of assets in real estate investment trusts (REITs). REITs pool money to invest in properties (equity REITs) or mortgages (mortgage REITs). The fund generally invests in equity REITs. It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks a favorable long-term return, mainly through capital appreciation, primarily from equity securities. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in large-cap equity securities. It will invest primarily in large-cap equity securities that the fund's investment adviser believes present the opportunity for growth. The fund also seeks to invest in companies expected to benefit from prospective acquisitions, reorganizations, corporate restructurings or other special situations. It may invest up to 20% of its assets in foreign investments.
The investment seeks a favorable long-term total return, mainly through capital appreciation, by investing primarily in a portfolio of equity securities of large domestic companies selected to track U.S. equity markets based on a market index. The fund invests at least 80% of its assets in securities of its benchmark index, the S&P 500 Index. It buys most, but not necessarily all, of the stocks in its benchmark index, and the advisor will attempt to closely match the overall investment characteristics of the fund's benchmark index.
The investment seeks a favorable long-term total return, mainly through capital appreciation, by investing primarily in a portfolio of equity securities in smaller domestic companies based on a market index. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in equity securities included in its benchmark index, the Russell 2000 Index. A "small-cap" equity security is a security within the capitalization range of the companies included in the Russell 2000 Index at the time of purchase. The Russell 2000 Index measures the performance of the small-cap segment of the U.S. equity universe.
The investment seeks a favorable long-term total return, mainly through capital appreciation, primarily from equity securities of smaller domestic companies. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in small-cap equity securities. A small-cap equity security is a security within the capitalization range of the companies included in the fund's benchmark index, the Russell 2000 Index, at the time of purchase. It invests primarily in equity securities of smaller domestic companies across a wide range of sectors, growth rates and valuations.
The investment seeks to maximize total return. The fund invests at least 80% of net assets, plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes (measured at the time of investment), in securities of companies in the communications field. It normally focuses on the securities of U.S. and foreign companies that are engaged in the research, development, manufacture or sale of communications services, technology, equipment or products. The fund may invest in common stocks and other dividend or interest paying securities, such as convertible securities (both preferred stocks and bonds), bonds and short-term cash equivalents. It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks current income. The fund invests at least 80% of its assets in U.S. Treasury and agency securities and investment-grade fixed-income investments with an average maturity or average lives of less than 5 years. It primarily invests in a broad range of investment-grade bonds and fixed-income securities, including, but not limited to, U.S. government securities, corporate bonds and mortgage-backed and other asset-backed securities.
The investment seeks a favorable long-term total return, mainly through capital appreciation, by investing primarily in a portfolio of equity securities of large domestic companies selected to track U.S. equity markets based on a market index. The fund invests at least 80% of its assets in securities of its benchmark index, the S&P 500 Index. It buys most, but not necessarily all, of the stocks in its benchmark index, and the advisor will attempt to closely match the overall investment characteristics of the fund's benchmark index.
The investment seeks current income. The fund invests at least 80% of its assets in U.S. Treasury and agency securities and investment-grade fixed-income investments with an average maturity or average lives of less than 5 years. It primarily invests in a broad range of investment-grade bonds and fixed-income securities, including, but not limited to, U.S. government securities, corporate bonds and mortgage-backed and other asset-backed securities.
The investment seeks current income that is exempt from regular federal income tax. The fund invests at least 80% of its assets in tax-exempt bonds, a type of municipal security, the interest on which, in the opinion of the issuer's bond counsel at the time of issuance, is exempt from federal income tax, including federal alternative minimum tax ("AMT"). It may invest up to 20% of its assets in private activity bonds. Private activity bonds are tax-exempt bonds whose proceeds are used to finance private, for-profit organizations.
The investment seeks favorable returns that reflect the broad investment performance of the financial markets. The fund is a "fund of funds" that invests in Institutional Class shares of other funds of the Trust and in other investment pools or investment products. It invests in underlying funds according to a relatively stable asset allocation strategy and will generally seek to meet its investment objective by investing: (1) approximately 60% of its assets in equity underlying funds including up to 5% of its assets in real estate underlying funds; and (2) approximately 40% of its assets in fixed-income underlying funds ("target allocations").
The investment seeks a high level of current income consistent with preservation of capital and maintenance of liquidity. Under normal market conditions, the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) in investment-grade bonds (securities rated from AAA to BBB). These may include, but are not limited to, corporate bonds and debentures, mortgage-backed and asset-backed securities, U.S. government and agency securities, and U.S. dollar-denominated securities of foreign governments and corporations.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. Under normal circumstances, the fund will invest at least 65% of its total assets in the equity securities of companies based in at least three different countries located outside the United States, which may include developed and emerging market countries. It may invest principally in the common stock, preferred stock, American Depositary Receipts (ADRs), and convertible securities of value companies, although the fund also may invest in growth companies.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation; current income is the secondary objective. The fund invests primarily in foreign equity securities or depository receipts of foreign equity securities. The fund may invest in developing countries, but under normal conditions those investments are expected to comprise a significantly smaller proportion of the fund than investments in developed countries.
The investment seeks current income that is exempt from regular federal income tax. The fund invests at least 80% of its assets in tax-exempt bonds, a type of municipal security, the interest on which, in the opinion of the issuer's bond counsel at the time of issuance, is exempt from federal income tax, including federal alternative minimum tax ("AMT"). It may invest up to 20% of its assets in private activity bonds. Private activity bonds are tax-exempt bonds whose proceeds are used to finance private, for-profit organizations.
The investment seeks current income that is exempt from regular federal income tax. The fund invests at least 80% of its assets in tax-exempt bonds, a type of municipal security, the interest on which, in the opinion of the issuer's bond counsel at the time of issuance, is exempt from federal income tax, including federal alternative minimum tax ("AMT"). It may invest up to 20% of its assets in private activity bonds. Private activity bonds are tax-exempt bonds whose proceeds are used to finance private, for-profit organizations.
The investment seeks total return primarily through high current income and, when consistent with its primary objective, capital appreciation. The fund invests primarily in lower-rated, higher-yielding fixed-income securities, such as domestic and foreign corporate bonds, debentures, loan participations and assignments and notes, as well as convertible and preferred securities. Under normal circumstances, it invests at least 80% of its assets in debt and other fixed-income securities rated lower than investment-grade (and their unrated equivalents) or other high-yielding debt securities.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. The fund normally invests at least 65% of its total assets in equity and equity-related securities, principally common stocks, preferred stocks, warrants, rights and depositary receipts of U.S. companies with market capitalizations of at least $1 billion that the sub-adviser considers to have above average prospects for growth. These companies are generally medium- to large-capitalization companies. The fund may invest up to 20% of its assets in the securities of foreign issuers, of which 10% may be invested in emerging markets issuers.
The investment seeks to provide capital appreciation. The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus the amount of borrowings, if any, for investment purposes) in securities of large-cap companies and other investments with similar economic characteristics. The fund manager considers large cap companies to be companies with market capitalizations that, at the time of initial purchase, exceed the market capitalization of the smallest company included in the S&P 500 Index.
The investment seeks to provide capital appreciation. The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus the amount of borrowings, if any, for investment purposes) in securities of large-cap companies and other investments with similar economic characteristics. The fund manager considers large cap companies to be companies with market capitalizations that, at the time of initial purchase, exceed the market capitalization of the smallest company included in the S&P 500 Index.
The investment seeks to provide capital appreciation. The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus the amount of borrowings, if any, for investment purposes) in securities of large-cap companies and other investments with similar economic characteristics. The fund manager considers large cap companies to be companies with market capitalizations that, at the time of initial purchase, exceed the market capitalization of the smallest company included in the S&P 500 Index.
The investment seeks high total return over time through a combination of capital appreciation and income. The fund is a "fund of funds" that invests in Class W shares of other funds of the Trust and potentially in other investment pools or investment products. It has a policy of investing at least 80% of its assets (net assets, plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes) in underlying funds that are managed to seek investment returns that track particular market indices. Advisors currently expects to allocate approximately 44.00% of the fund's assets to equity underlying funds and 56.00% of its assets to fixed-income underlying funds.
The investment seeks high total return over time through a combination of capital appreciation and income. The fund is a "fund of funds" that invests in Class W shares of other funds of the Trust and potentially in other investment pools or investment products. It has a policy of investing at least 80% of its assets (net assets, plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes) in underlying funds that are managed to seek investment returns that track particular market indices. Advisors currently expects to allocate approximately 44.00% of the fund's assets to equity underlying funds and 56.00% of its assets to fixed-income underlying funds.
The investment seeks high total return over time through a combination of capital appreciation and income. The fund is a "fund of funds" that invests in Class W shares of other funds of the Trust and potentially in other investment pools or investment products. It has a policy of investing at least 80% of its assets (net assets, plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes) in underlying funds that are managed to seek investment returns that track particular market indices. Advisors currently expects to allocate approximately 44.00% of the fund's assets to equity underlying funds and 56.00% of its assets to fixed-income underlying funds.
The investment seeks high total return over time through a combination of capital appreciation and income. The fund is a "fund of funds" that invests in Class W shares of other funds of the Trust and in other investment pools or investment products. Advisors currently expects to allocate approximately 91% of the fund's assets to equity underlying funds, 4% of its assets to fixed-income underlying funds and 5.00% of its assets to direct real estate underlying funds. Target allocations will change over time and actual allocations may vary up to ten percentage points from the targets.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. The fund primarily invests at least 80% of its total assets in larger U.S. stocks. Larger stocks refer to the common stock of companies whose total market capitalization is generally greater than $2 billion. It invests using a growth investing style. Growth funds generally focus on stocks of companies believed to have above-average potential for growth in revenue, earnings, cash flow, or other similar criteria. These stocks typically have low dividend yields and above-average prices in relation to such measures as earnings and book value.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. The fund primarily invests at least 80% of its total assets in larger U.S. stocks. Larger stocks refer to the common stock of companies whose total market capitalization is generally greater than $2 billion. It invests using a growth investing style. Growth funds generally focus on stocks of companies believed to have above-average potential for growth in revenue, earnings, cash flow, or other similar criteria. These stocks typically have low dividend yields and above-average prices in relation to such measures as earnings and book value.
The investment seeks high total return over time through a combination of capital appreciation and income. The fund is a "fund of funds" that invests in Class W shares of other funds of the Trust and potentially in other investment pools or investment products. It has a policy of investing at least 80% of its assets (net assets, plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes) in underlying funds that are managed to seek investment returns that track particular market indices. Advisors currently expects to allocate approximately 44.00% of the fund's assets to equity underlying funds and 56.00% of its assets to fixed-income underlying funds.
The investment seeks capital appreciation. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes) in the equity securities of large capitalization (or "cap") companies or in other investments with similar economic characteristics. The advisor defines large cap companies as companies whose market capitalizations typically fall within the range of the Russell 1000 Index. The fund may invest up to 10% of its assets in the securities of foreign issuers that are not traded on a U.S. exchange or the U.S. over-the-counter market. It may also lend portfolio securities to earn additional income.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. Under normal circumstances, the fund will invest at least 80% of its net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) in equity securities of large capitalization issuers. Equity securities include, but are not limited to, common stocks, preferred stocks, and securities convertible into common stocks, rights and warrants. In addition, it may invest up to 20% of its assets in equity securities of foreign issuers through, but not limited to, American Depositary Receipts ("ADRs") or other depositary receipts. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks high total return over time through a combination of capital appreciation and income. The fund is a "fund of funds" that invests in Class W shares of other funds of the Trust and potentially in other investment pools or investment products. It has a policy of investing at least 80% of its assets (net assets, plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes) in underlying funds that are managed to seek investment returns that track particular market indices. Advisors currently expects to allocate approximately 64.40% of the fund's assets to equity underlying funds and 35.60% of its assets to fixed-income underlying funds.
The investment seeks high total return over time through a combination of capital appreciation and income. The fund is a "fund of funds" that invests in Class W shares of other funds of the Trust and potentially in other investment pools or investment products. It has a policy of investing at least 80% of its assets (net assets, plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes) in underlying funds that are managed to seek investment returns that track particular market indices. Advisors currently expects to allocate approximately 64.40% of the fund's assets to equity underlying funds and 35.60% of its assets to fixed-income underlying funds.
The investment seeks high total return over time through a combination of capital appreciation and income. The fund is a "fund of funds" that invests in Class W shares of other funds of the Trust and potentially in other investment pools or investment products. It has a policy of investing at least 80% of its assets (net assets, plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes) in underlying funds that are managed to seek investment returns that track particular market indices. Advisors currently expects to allocate approximately 64.40% of the fund's assets to equity underlying funds and 35.60% of its assets to fixed-income underlying funds.
The investment seeks high total return over time through a combination of capital appreciation and income. The fund is a "fund of funds" that invests in Class W shares of other funds of the Trust and potentially in other investment pools or investment products. It has a policy of investing at least 80% of its assets (net assets, plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes) in underlying funds that are managed to seek investment returns that track particular market indices. Advisors currently expects to allocate approximately 64.40% of the fund's assets to equity underlying funds and 35.60% of its assets to fixed-income underlying funds.
The investment seeks high total return over time primarily through income, with a secondary emphasis on capital appreciation. The fund is a "fund of funds" that invests in Class W shares of other funds of the Trust and potentially in other investment pools or investment products. It has a policy of investing at least 80% of its assets in underlying funds that are managed to seek investment returns that track particular market indices. Advisors currently expects to allocate approximately 40% of the fund's assets to equity underlying funds and 60% of its assets to fixed-income underlying funds.
The investment seeks a favorable long-term total return, mainly through capital appreciation, primarily from equity securities of large domestic companies. The fund invests at least 80% of its assets in large-cap equity securities. In seeking a favorable long-term total return, it will invest in securities that its investment adviser believes present the opportunity for growth. For purposes of the 80% investment policy, "large-cap" securities are securities of issuers with a capitalization equal to or greater than the top 80% of issuers by capitalization within the Russell 1000 Index at the time of purchase.
The investment seeks high total return over time primarily through income, with a secondary emphasis on capital appreciation. The fund is a "fund of funds" that invests in Class W shares of other funds of the Trust and potentially in other investment pools or investment products. It has a policy of investing at least 80% of its assets in underlying funds that are managed to seek investment returns that track particular market indices. Advisors currently expects to allocate approximately 40% of the fund's assets to equity underlying funds and 60% of its assets to fixed-income underlying funds.
The investment seeks high total return over time primarily through income, with a secondary emphasis on capital appreciation. The fund is a "fund of funds" that invests in Class W shares of other funds of the Trust and in other investment pools or investment products. It invests in underlying funds according to a relatively stable asset allocation strategy that will not gradually adjust over time and is designed for investors who are already in retirement and may have begun taking systematic withdrawals upon retirement. Target allocations may be changed and actual allocations may vary up to ten percentage points from the targets.
The investment seeks high total return over time through a combination of capital appreciation and income. The fund is a "fund of funds" that invests in Class W shares of other funds of the Trust and potentially in other investment pools or investment products. It has a policy of investing at least 80% of its assets (net assets, plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes) in underlying funds that are managed to seek investment returns that track particular market indices. Advisors currently expects to allocate approximately 91% of the fund's assets to equity underlying funds and 9% of its assets to fixed-income underlying funds.
The investment seeks high total return over time through a combination of capital appreciation and income. The fund is a "fund of funds" that invests in Class W shares of other funds of the Trust and potentially in other investment pools or investment products. It has a policy of investing at least 80% of its assets (net assets, plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes) in underlying funds that are managed to seek investment returns that track particular market indices. Advisors currently expects to allocate approximately 91% of the fund's assets to equity underlying funds and 9% of its assets to fixed-income underlying funds.
The investment seeks high total return over time through a combination of capital appreciation and income. The fund is a "fund of funds" that invests in Class W shares of other funds of the Trust and potentially in other investment pools or investment products. It has a policy of investing at least 80% of its assets (net assets, plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes) in underlying funds that are managed to seek investment returns that track particular market indices. Advisors currently expects to allocate approximately 91% of the fund's assets to equity underlying funds and 9% of its assets to fixed-income underlying funds.
The investment seeks high total return over time through a combination of capital appreciation and income. The fund is a "fund of funds" that invests in Class W shares of other funds of the Trust and potentially in other investment pools or investment products. It has a policy of investing at least 80% of its assets (net assets, plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes) in underlying funds that are managed to seek investment returns that track particular market indices. Advisors currently expects to allocate approximately 91% of the fund's assets to equity underlying funds and 9% of its assets to fixed-income underlying funds.
The investment seeks high total return over time through a combination of capital appreciation and income. The fund is a "fund of funds" that invests in Class W shares of other funds of the Trust and potentially in other investment pools or investment products. It has a policy of investing at least 80% of its assets (net assets, plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes) in underlying funds that are managed to seek investment returns that track particular market indices. Advisors currently expects to allocate approximately 88.40% of the fund's assets to equity underlying funds and 11.60% of its assets to fixed-income underlying funds.
The investment seeks high total return over time through a combination of capital appreciation and income. The fund is a "fund of funds" that invests in Class W shares of other funds of the Trust and potentially in other investment pools or investment products. It has a policy of investing at least 80% of its assets (net assets, plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes) in underlying funds that are managed to seek investment returns that track particular market indices. Advisors currently expects to allocate approximately 88.40% of the fund's assets to equity underlying funds and 11.60% of its assets to fixed-income underlying funds.
The investment seeks high total return over time through a combination of capital appreciation and income. The fund is a "fund of funds" that invests in Class W shares of other funds of the Trust and potentially in other investment pools or investment products. It has a policy of investing at least 80% of its assets (net assets, plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes) in underlying funds that are managed to seek investment returns that track particular market indices. Advisors currently expects to allocate approximately 88.40% of the fund's assets to equity underlying funds and 11.60% of its assets to fixed-income underlying funds.
The investment seeks to provide long-term capital appreciation. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus the amount of borrowings, if any, for investment purposes) in securities of large-cap value companies and other investments with similar economic characteristics. The fund manager considers large-cap value companies to be companies with market capitalizations that, at the time of initial purchase, exceed the market capitalization of the smallest company included in the MSCI USA Value Index.
The investment seeks to provide long-term capital appreciation. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus the amount of borrowings, if any, for investment purposes) in securities of large-cap value companies and other investments with similar economic characteristics. The fund manager considers large-cap value companies to be companies with market capitalizations that, at the time of initial purchase, exceed the market capitalization of the smallest company included in the MSCI USA Value Index.
The investment seeks high total return over time through a combination of capital appreciation and income. The fund is a "fund of funds" that invests in Class W shares of other funds of the Trust and potentially in other investment pools or investment products. It has a policy of investing at least 80% of its assets (net assets, plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes) in underlying funds that are managed to seek investment returns that track particular market indices. Advisors currently expects to allocate approximately 80.40% of the fund's assets to equity underlying funds and 19.60% of its assets to fixed-income underlying funds.
The investment seeks high total return over time through a combination of capital appreciation and income. The fund is a "fund of funds" that invests in Class W shares of other funds of the Trust and potentially in other investment pools or investment products. It has a policy of investing at least 80% of its assets (net assets, plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes) in underlying funds that are managed to seek investment returns that track particular market indices. Advisors currently expects to allocate approximately 56.40% of the fund's assets to equity underlying funds and 43.60% of its assets to fixed-income underlying funds.
The investment seeks high total return over time through a combination of capital appreciation and income. The fund is a "fund of funds" that invests in Class W shares of other funds of the Trust and potentially in other investment pools or investment products. It has a policy of investing at least 80% of its assets (net assets, plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes) in underlying funds that are managed to seek investment returns that track particular market indices. Advisors currently expects to allocate approximately 56.40% of the fund's assets to equity underlying funds and 43.60% of its assets to fixed-income underlying funds.
The investment seeks high total return over time through a combination of capital appreciation and income. The fund is a "fund of funds" that invests in Class W shares of other funds of the Trust and potentially in other investment pools or investment products. It has a policy of investing at least 80% of its assets (net assets, plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes) in underlying funds that are managed to seek investment returns that track particular market indices. Advisors currently expects to allocate approximately 56.40% of the fund's assets to equity underlying funds and 43.60% of its assets to fixed-income underlying funds.
The investment seeks to provide total return. The fund pursues its investment objective by investing primarily in U.S. dollar denominated, investment-grade, fixed- income securities. In addition, it may invest in high-yield, non-U.S. dollar denominated, and emerging market fixed- income securities. The amount of any unhedged non-U.S. dollar denominated fixed-income securities and foreign currencies in the fund's portfolio will normally not exceed 10% of the fund's total assets. The maximum amount that the fund may invest in non-U.S. dollar denominated fixed-income securities and foreign currencies is 20% of the fund's total assets.
The investment seeks to provide total return. The fund pursues its investment objective by investing primarily in U.S. dollar denominated, investment-grade, fixed- income securities. In addition, it may invest in high-yield, non-U.S. dollar denominated, and emerging market fixed- income securities. The amount of any unhedged non-U.S. dollar denominated fixed-income securities and foreign currencies in the fund's portfolio will normally not exceed 10% of the fund's total assets. The maximum amount that the fund may invest in non-U.S. dollar denominated fixed-income securities and foreign currencies is 20% of the fund's total assets.
The investment seeks to provide total return. The fund pursues its investment objective by investing primarily in U.S. dollar denominated, investment-grade, fixed- income securities. In addition, it may invest in high-yield, non-U.S. dollar denominated, and emerging market fixed- income securities. The amount of any unhedged non-U.S. dollar denominated fixed-income securities and foreign currencies in the fund's portfolio will normally not exceed 10% of the fund's total assets. The maximum amount that the fund may invest in non-U.S. dollar denominated fixed-income securities and foreign currencies is 20% of the fund's total assets.
The investment seeks high total return over time primarily through income, with a secondary emphasis on capital appreciation. The fund is a "fund of funds" that invests in Class W shares of other funds of the Trust and in other investment pools or investment products. It invests in underlying funds according to a relatively stable asset allocation strategy that will not gradually adjust over time and is designed for investors who are already in retirement and may have begun taking systematic withdrawals upon retirement. Target allocations may be changed and actual allocations may vary up to ten percentage points from the targets.
The investment seeks high total return over time primarily through income, with a secondary emphasis on capital appreciation. The fund is a "fund of funds" that invests in Class W shares of other funds of the Trust and in other investment pools or investment products. It invests in underlying funds according to a relatively stable asset allocation strategy that will not gradually adjust over time and is designed for investors who are already in retirement and may have begun taking systematic withdrawals upon retirement. Target allocations may be changed and actual allocations may vary up to ten percentage points from the targets.
The investment seeks high total return over time primarily through income, with a secondary emphasis on capital appreciation. The fund is a "fund of funds" that invests in Class W shares of other funds of the Trust and in other investment pools or investment products. It invests in underlying funds according to a relatively stable asset allocation strategy that will not gradually adjust over time and is designed for investors who are already in retirement and may have begun taking systematic withdrawals upon retirement. Target allocations may be changed and actual allocations may vary up to ten percentage points from the targets.
The investment seeks high total return over time through a combination of capital appreciation and income. The fund is a "fund of funds" that invests in Class W shares of other funds of the Trust and potentially in other investment pools or investment products. It has a policy of investing at least 80% of its assets (net assets, plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes) in underlying funds that are managed to seek investment returns that track particular market indices. Advisors currently expects to allocate approximately 39.00% of the fund's assets to equity underlying funds and 61.00% of its assets to fixed-income underlying funds.
The investment seeks high total return over time through a combination of capital appreciation and income. The fund is a "fund of funds" that invests in Class W shares of other funds of the Trust and potentially in other investment pools or investment products. It has a policy of investing at least 80% of its assets (net assets, plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes) in underlying funds that are managed to seek investment returns that track particular market indices. Advisors currently expects to allocate approximately 39.00% of the fund's assets to equity underlying funds and 61.00% of its assets to fixed-income underlying funds.
The investment seeks high total return over time through a combination of capital appreciation and income. The fund is a "fund of funds" that invests in Class W shares of other funds of the Trust and potentially in other investment pools or investment products. It has a policy of investing at least 80% of its assets (net assets, plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes) in underlying funds that are managed to seek investment returns that track particular market indices. Advisors currently expects to allocate approximately 39.00% of the fund's assets to equity underlying funds and 61.00% of its assets to fixed-income underlying funds.
The investment seeks high total return over time through a combination of capital appreciation and income. The fund is a "fund of funds" that invests in Class W shares of other funds of the Trust and potentially in other investment pools or investment products. It has a policy of investing at least 80% of its assets (net assets, plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes) in underlying funds that are managed to seek investment returns that track particular market indices. Advisors currently expects to allocate approximately 39.00% of the fund's assets to equity underlying funds and 61.00% of its assets to fixed-income underlying funds.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital, with a secondary objective of current income. The fund normally invests in U.S. common stocks. It will normally invest at least 80% of its total assets in companies whose total market capitalization exceeds $2 billion. The fund invests using a value investing style. Value funds typically emphasize stocks whose prices are below average in relation to such measures as earnings and book value; these stocks often have above-average dividend yields.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital, with a secondary objective of current income. The fund normally invests in U.S. common stocks. It will normally invest at least 80% of its total assets in companies whose total market capitalization exceeds $2 billion. The fund invests using a value investing style. Value funds typically emphasize stocks whose prices are below average in relation to such measures as earnings and book value; these stocks often have above-average dividend yields.
The investment seeks to achieve long-term growth of capital. The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus the amount of any borrowing for investment purposes) in equity securities of large companies. The Adviser focuses mainly on the equity securities of large domestic and international companies which have market capitalizations equivalent to those included in widely known indices such as the Russell 1000 Value Index, S&P 500 Index, or the large company market capitalization classifications published by Lipper, Inc. These companies typically have a market capitalization of approximately $8 billion or more.
The investment seeks high total return over time through a combination of capital appreciation and income. The fund is a "fund of funds" that invests in Class W shares of other funds of the Trust and potentially in other investment pools or investment products. It has a policy of investing at least 80% of its assets (net assets, plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes) in underlying funds that are managed to seek investment returns that track particular market indices. Advisors currently expects to allocate approximately 56.40% of the fund's assets to equity underlying funds and 43.60% of its assets to fixed-income underlying funds.
The investment seeks high total return over time through a combination of capital appreciation and income. The fund is a "fund of funds" that invests in Class W shares of other funds of the Trust and potentially in other investment pools or investment products. It has a policy of investing at least 80% of its assets (net assets, plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes) in underlying funds that are managed to seek investment returns that track particular market indices. Advisors currently expects to allocate approximately 49.00% of the fund's assets to equity underlying funds and 51.00% of its assets to fixed-income underlying funds.
The investment seeks high total return over time through a combination of capital appreciation and income. The fund is a "fund of funds" that invests in Class W shares of other funds of the Trust and potentially in other investment pools or investment products. It has a policy of investing at least 80% of its assets (net assets, plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes) in underlying funds that are managed to seek investment returns that track particular market indices. Advisors currently expects to allocate approximately 49.00% of the fund's assets to equity underlying funds and 51.00% of its assets to fixed-income underlying funds.
The investment seeks high total return over time through a combination of capital appreciation and income. The fund is a "fund of funds" that invests in Class W shares of other funds of the Trust and potentially in other investment pools or investment products. It has a policy of investing at least 80% of its assets (net assets, plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes) in underlying funds that are managed to seek investment returns that track particular market indices. Advisors currently expects to allocate approximately 49.00% of the fund's assets to equity underlying funds and 51.00% of its assets to fixed-income underlying funds.
The investment seeks high total return over time through a combination of capital appreciation and income. The fund is a "fund of funds" that invests in Class W shares of other funds of the Trust and potentially in other investment pools or investment products. It has a policy of investing at least 80% of its assets (net assets, plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes) in underlying funds that are managed to seek investment returns that track particular market indices. Advisors currently expects to allocate approximately 49.00% of the fund's assets to equity underlying funds and 51.00% of its assets to fixed-income underlying funds.
The investment seeks high total return over time through a combination of capital appreciation and income. The fund is a "fund of funds" that invests in Class W shares of other funds of the Trust and potentially in other investment pools or investment products. It has a policy of investing at least 80% of its assets (net assets, plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes) in underlying funds that are managed to seek investment returns that track particular market indices. Advisors currently expects to allocate approximately 88.40% of the fund's assets to equity underlying funds and 11.60% of its assets to fixed-income underlying funds.
The investment seeks high total return over time through a combination of capital appreciation and income. The fund is a "fund of funds" that invests in Class W shares of other funds of the Trust and potentially in other investment pools or investment products. It has a policy of investing at least 80% of its assets (net assets, plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes) in underlying funds that are managed to seek investment returns that track particular market indices. Advisors currently expects to allocate approximately 72.40% of the fund's assets to equity underlying funds and 27.60% of its assets to fixed-income underlying funds.
The investment seeks high total return over time through a combination of capital appreciation and income. The fund is a "fund of funds" that invests in Class W shares of other funds of the Trust and potentially in other investment pools or investment products. It has a policy of investing at least 80% of its assets (net assets, plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes) in underlying funds that are managed to seek investment returns that track particular market indices. Advisors currently expects to allocate approximately 72.40% of the fund's assets to equity underlying funds and 27.60% of its assets to fixed-income underlying funds.
The investment seeks high total return over time through a combination of capital appreciation and income. The fund is a "fund of funds" that invests in Class W shares of other funds of the Trust and potentially in other investment pools or investment products. It has a policy of investing at least 80% of its assets (net assets, plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes) in underlying funds that are managed to seek investment returns that track particular market indices. Advisors currently expects to allocate approximately 72.40% of the fund's assets to equity underlying funds and 27.60% of its assets to fixed-income underlying funds.
The investment seeks high total return over time through a combination of capital appreciation and income. The fund is a "fund of funds" that invests in Class W shares of other funds of the Trust and potentially in other investment pools or investment products. It has a policy of investing at least 80% of its assets (net assets, plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes) in underlying funds that are managed to seek investment returns that track particular market indices. Advisors currently expects to allocate approximately 72.40% of the fund's assets to equity underlying funds and 27.60% of its assets to fixed-income underlying funds.
The investment seeks high total return over time through a combination of capital appreciation and income. The fund is a "fund of funds" that invests in Class W shares of other funds of the Trust and potentially in other investment pools or investment products. It has a policy of investing at least 80% of its assets (net assets, plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes) in underlying funds that are managed to seek investment returns that track particular market indices. Advisors currently expects to allocate approximately 80.40% of the fund's assets to equity underlying funds and 19.60% of its assets to fixed-income underlying funds.
The investment seeks high total return over time through a combination of capital appreciation and income. The fund is a "fund of funds" that invests in Class W shares of other funds of the Trust and potentially in other investment pools or investment products. It has a policy of investing at least 80% of its assets (net assets, plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes) in underlying funds that are managed to seek investment returns that track particular market indices. Advisors currently expects to allocate approximately 80.40% of the fund's assets to equity underlying funds and 19.60% of its assets to fixed-income underlying funds.
The investment seeks high total return over time through a combination of capital appreciation and income. The fund is a "fund of funds" that invests in Class W shares of other funds of the Trust and potentially in other investment pools or investment products. It has a policy of investing at least 80% of its assets (net assets, plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes) in underlying funds that are managed to seek investment returns that track particular market indices. Advisors currently expects to allocate approximately 80.40% of the fund's assets to equity underlying funds and 19.60% of its assets to fixed-income underlying funds.
The investment seeks long-term capital growth. The fund pursues its objective by investing in a combination of other funds managed by the Adviser and directly held financial instruments. The fund is designed for investors who seek moderately greater long-term capital growth and are comfortable with moderately higher levels of risk and volatility. It allocates 55%-90% of its assets in equity securities and 10%-45% in debt securities.
The investment seeks long-term capital growth. The fund pursues its objective by investing in a combination of other funds managed by the Adviser and directly held financial instruments. The fund is designed for investors who seek moderately greater long-term capital growth and are comfortable with moderately higher levels of risk and volatility. It allocates 55%-90% of its assets in equity securities and 10%-45% in debt securities.
The investment seeks long-term capital growth while providing reasonable stability of principal. The fund pursues its objective by investing in a combination of other funds managed by the Adviser and directly held financial instruments. It is designed for investors who seek moderate long-term capital growth with reasonable stability of principal and are comfortable with moderate levels of risk and volatility. The fund allocates 35%-75% of its assets in equity securities, and 25%-65% in debt securities.
The investment seeks long-term capital growth. The fund invests, under normal market conditions, at least 80% of its assets in common stocks of medium capitalization U.S. listed companies. For purposes of the fund, a medium capitalization company has a market capitalization found within the range of market capitalizations represented in the Russell Midcap  Index at the time of purchase. The size of the companies in the Russell Midcap  Index will change with market conditions.
The investment seeks to achieve maximum total return. The fund normally invests primarily in investment grade debt securities, which may include: investment grade corporate securities, U.S. government obligations, mortgage-backed securities guaranteed by U.S. government agencies and instrumentalities, and private residential mortgage-backed securities. Under normal circumstances, it invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus the amount of borrowings, if any, for investment purposes) in fixed income securities. The fund's portfolio weighted average duration will typically range from 3 to 10 years.
The investment seeks a high level of current income exempt from federal income taxes, consistent with capital preservation. Under normal market conditions, the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus the amount of any borrowing for investment purposes) in municipal bonds, the income of which is exempt from federal income taxation. It may count securities that generate income subject to the alternative minimum tax toward the 80% investment requirement.
The investment seeks to achieve maximum total return. The fund normally invests primarily in investment grade debt securities, which may include: investment grade corporate securities, U.S. government obligations, mortgage-backed securities guaranteed by U.S. government agencies and instrumentalities, and private residential mortgage-backed securities. Under normal circumstances, it invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus the amount of borrowings, if any, for investment purposes) in fixed income securities. The fund's portfolio weighted average duration will typically range from 3 to 10 years.
The investment seeks to achieve maximum total return. The fund normally invests primarily in investment grade debt securities, which may include: investment grade corporate securities, U.S. government obligations, mortgage-backed securities guaranteed by U.S. government agencies and instrumentalities, and private residential mortgage-backed securities. Under normal circumstances, it invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus the amount of borrowings, if any, for investment purposes) in fixed income securities. The fund's portfolio weighted average duration will typically range from 3 to 10 years.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund seeks long-term capital appreciation by normally investing at least 80% of its assets in common stocks of small- and mid-capitalization growth companies that fall within the market capitalization range of the Russell 2500 Growth Index at the time of investment. The advisor uses a bottom-up investment approach employing fundamental analysis to identify individual companies for inclusion in the fund's portfolio.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund seeks long-term capital appreciation by normally investing at least 80% of its assets in common stocks of small- and mid-capitalization growth companies that fall within the market capitalization range of the Russell 2500 Growth Index at the time of investment. The advisor uses a bottom-up investment approach employing fundamental analysis to identify individual companies for inclusion in the fund's portfolio.
The investment seeks long-term capital growth. The fund invests, under normal market conditions, at least 80% of its assets in common stocks of medium capitalization U.S. listed companies. For purposes of the fund, a medium capitalization company has a market capitalization found within the range of market capitalizations represented in the Russell Midcap  Index at the time of purchase. The size of the companies in the Russell Midcap  Index will change with market conditions.
The investment seeks long-term capital growth. The fund invests, under normal market conditions, at least 80% of its assets in common stocks of medium capitalization U.S. listed companies. For purposes of the fund, a medium capitalization company has a market capitalization found within the range of market capitalizations represented in the Russell Midcap  Index at the time of purchase. The size of the companies in the Russell Midcap  Index will change with market conditions.
The investment seeks long-term capital growth. The fund invests, under normal market conditions, at least 80% of its assets in common stocks of medium capitalization U.S. listed companies. For purposes of the fund, a medium capitalization company has a market capitalization found within the range of market capitalizations represented in the Russell Midcap  Index at the time of purchase. The size of the companies in the Russell Midcap  Index will change with market conditions.
The investment seeks to achieve long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets, plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes, in common and preferred stocks of U.S. mid-capitalization companies. The subadvisor considers the term "mid-capitalization companies" to refer to companies that, at the time of purchase, are within the range of capitalizations of companies in the Russell Midcap Growth Index.
The investment seeks to achieve long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets, plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes, in common and preferred stocks of U.S. mid-capitalization companies. The subadvisor considers the term "mid-capitalization companies" to refer to companies that, at the time of purchase, are within the range of capitalizations of companies in the Russell Midcap Growth Index.
The investment seeks capital appreciation. The fund invests, under normal conditions, at least 80% of its net assets (including borrowings for investment purposes) in common stocks of companies with medium market capitalizations. For purposes of the fund, a medium capitalization company has a market capitalization within the range of market capitalization represented in the Russell Midcap  Index at the time of purchase. The size of the companies in the Russell Midcap Value Index will change with market conditions. The fund will hold approximately 60 to 80 securities.
The investment seeks capital appreciation, which may occasionally be short term; income is a secondary consideration. The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in securities of financial services companies that the investment manager believes are available at market prices less than their value based on certain recognized or objective criteria (intrinsic value). It may invest in foreign securities without limit.
The investment seeks capital appreciation with current income as a secondary objective. The fund invests its assets in a broad mix of underlying Transamerica Funds. Under normal circumstances, investments in underlying funds are expected to achieve a mix over time of approximately 70% of net assets in equities, which may include both stocks and commodity-related securities, and approximately 30% of net assets in fixed-income securities, which may include bonds, cash, cash equivalents, and other money market instruments. These percentages may vary. The fund may also invest directly in U.S. government securities andu002For short-term commercial paper.
The investment seeks long term capital appreciation. The fund normally invests primarily in stocks of medium sized companies which the fund's sub-adviser believes will earn high returns on invested capital, benefit from long term secular growth trends, and meet long term valuation criteria. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus the amount of borrowings, if any, for investment purposes) in securities of medium sized (or mid-cap) companies and other investments with similar economic characteristics.
The investment seeks long term capital appreciation. The fund normally invests primarily in stocks of medium sized companies which the fund's sub-adviser believes will earn high returns on invested capital, benefit from long term secular growth trends, and meet long term valuation criteria. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus the amount of borrowings, if any, for investment purposes) in securities of medium sized (or mid-cap) companies and other investments with similar economic characteristics.
The investment seeks long term capital appreciation. The fund normally invests primarily in stocks of medium sized companies which the fund's sub-adviser believes will earn high returns on invested capital, benefit from long term secular growth trends, and meet long term valuation criteria. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus the amount of borrowings, if any, for investment purposes) in securities of medium sized (or mid-cap) companies and other investments with similar economic characteristics.
The investment seeks high long-term after-tax returns. Under normal circumstances, the fund will invest at least 80% of its net assets (plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes) in equity securities of large companies. For purposes of this fund, a large company is a company with a market capitalization in the range of companies in the Russell 1000 Index at the time of purchase. It may invest up to 20% of its assets in foreign securities.
The investment seeks to maximize after-tax returns, but with a lower level of volatility than the broad U.S. equity markets. The fund will typically invest in securities of U.S. companies of all capitalization ranges. These securities may include common stocks, preferred stocks, warrants and ETFs. It may also, to a lesser extent, invest in American Depositary Receipts (ADRs), real estate investment trusts (REITs), and securities of non-U.S. companies.
The investment seeks capital appreciation and current income. The fund normally invests its assets in a broad mix of underlying Transamerica Funds. Under normal circumstances, investments in underlying funds are expected to achieve a mix over time of approximately 50% of net assets in equities, which may include both stocks and commodity-related securities, and approximately 50% of net assets in fixed-income securities, which may include bonds, cash, cash equivalents, and other money market instruments. These percentages may vary. The fund may also invest directly in U.S. government securities andu002For short-term commercial paper.
The investment seeks long-term capital growth. The fund invests, under normal market conditions, at least 80% of its assets in common stocks of medium capitalization U.S. listed companies. For purposes of the fund, a medium capitalization company has a market capitalization found within the range of market capitalizations represented in the Russell Midcap  Index at the time of purchase. The size of the companies in the Russell Midcap  Index will change with market conditions.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. Under normal circumstances, the fund's sub-adviser invests at least 80% of the fund's net assets (plus the amount of borrowings, if any, for investment purposes) in equity securities. The fund may invest in securities of U.S. and non-U.S. issuers of any size, but generally focuses on larger, more established companies.
The investment seeks a high level of interest income that is excluded from federal income taxation, to the extent consistent with prudent investment management and the preservation of capital. The fund will invest, under normal market conditions, at least 80% of its net assets (plus the amount of any borrowing for investment purposes) in tax exempt general obligation, revenue and private activity bonds and notes, which are issued by or on behalf of states, territories or possessions of the U.S. and the District of Columbia and their political subdivisions, agencies and instrumentalities (including Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands and Guam).
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its assets in microcap value stocks. It buys microcap value stocks using a quantitative model. The managers define "microcap stocks" as stocks of companies that have market capitalization at the time of the fund's initial purchase of between $20 million and the market capitalization that marks the point between the 8th and 9th deciles of New York Stock Exchange listed stocks. The adviser defines "value stocks" primarily as those with low price-to-book characteristics.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital, with a secondary objective of current income. The fund normally invests in U.S. common stocks. It will normally invest at least 80% of its total assets in companies whose total market capitalization exceeds $2 billion. The fund invests using a value investing style. Value funds typically emphasize stocks whose prices are below average in relation to such measures as earnings and book value; these stocks often have above-average dividend yields.
The investment seeks total return with a low to moderate correlation to traditional financial market indices, and as a secondary objective, capital preservation. The fund seeks to meet its investment objective by building a portfolio that includes Invesco Balanced-Risk Allocation Fund and two affiliated money market funds, Invesco Government & Agency Portfolio and Invesco Treasury Portfolio. It is designed for investors who expect to need all or most of their money in the fund at retirement and for investors who plan to withdraw the value of their account in the fund gradually after retirement. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks total return with a low to moderate correlation to traditional financial market indices, and as a secondary objective, capital preservation. The fund seeks to meet its investment objective by building a portfolio that includes Invesco Balanced-Risk Allocation Fund and two affiliated money market funds, Invesco Government & Agency Portfolio and Invesco Treasury Portfolio. It is designed for investors who expect to need all or most of their money in the fund at retirement and for investors who plan to withdraw the value of their account in the fund gradually after retirement. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks total return with a low to moderate correlation to traditional financial market indices, and as a secondary objective, capital preservation. The fund seeks to meet its investment objective by building a portfolio that includes Invesco Balanced-Risk Allocation Fund and two affiliated money market funds, Invesco Government & Agency Portfolio and Invesco Treasury Portfolio. It is designed for investors who expect to need all or most of their money in the fund at retirement and for investors who plan to withdraw the value of their account in the fund gradually after retirement. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks total return with a low to moderate correlation to traditional financial market indices, and as a secondary objective, capital preservation. The fund seeks to meet its investment objective by building a portfolio that includes Invesco Balanced-Risk Allocation Fund and two affiliated money market funds, Invesco Government & Agency Portfolio and Invesco Treasury Portfolio. It is designed for investors who expect to need all or most of their money in the fund at retirement and for investors who plan to withdraw the value of their account in the fund gradually after retirement. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks total return with a low to moderate correlation to traditional financial market indices, and as a secondary objective, capital preservation. The fund seeks to meet its investment objective by building a portfolio that includes Invesco Balanced-Risk Allocation Fund and two affiliated money market funds, Invesco Government & Agency Portfolio and Invesco Treasury Portfolio. It is designed for investors who expect to need all or most of their money in the fund at retirement and for investors who plan to withdraw the value of their account in the fund gradually after retirement. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks total return with a low to moderate correlation to traditional financial market indices, and as a secondary objective, capital preservation. The fund seeks to meet its investment objective by building a portfolio that includes Invesco Balanced-Risk Allocation Fund and two affiliated money market funds, Invesco Government & Agency Portfolio and Invesco Treasury Portfolio. It is designed for investors who expect to need all or most of their money in the fund at retirement and for investors who plan to withdraw the value of their account in the fund gradually after retirement. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks total return with a low to moderate correlation to traditional financial market indices, and as a secondary objective, capital preservation. The fund builds a portfolio that includes Invesco Balanced-Risk Allocation Fund, Invesco Balanced-Risk Aggressive Allocation Fund and two affiliated money market funds, Invesco Government & Agency Portfolio and Invesco Treasury Portfolio. It is designed for investors who expect to need all or most of their money in the fund at retirement and for investors who plan to withdraw the value of their account in the fund gradually after retirement. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks total return with a low to moderate correlation to traditional financial market indices, and as a secondary objective, capital preservation. The fund builds a portfolio that includes Invesco Balanced-Risk Allocation Fund, Invesco Balanced-Risk Aggressive Allocation Fund and two affiliated money market funds, Invesco Government & Agency Portfolio and Invesco Treasury Portfolio. It is designed for investors who expect to need all or most of their money in the fund at retirement and for investors who plan to withdraw the value of their account in the fund gradually after retirement. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks total return with a low to moderate correlation to traditional financial market indices, and as a secondary objective, capital preservation. The fund builds a portfolio that includes Invesco Balanced-Risk Allocation Fund, Invesco Balanced-Risk Aggressive Allocation Fund and two affiliated money market funds, Invesco Government & Agency Portfolio and Invesco Treasury Portfolio. It is designed for investors who expect to need all or most of their money in the fund at retirement and for investors who plan to withdraw the value of their account in the fund gradually after retirement. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks total return with a low to moderate correlation to traditional financial market indices, and as a secondary objective, capital preservation. The fund builds a portfolio that includes Invesco Balanced-Risk Allocation Fund, Invesco Balanced-Risk Aggressive Allocation Fund and two affiliated money market funds, Invesco Government & Agency Portfolio and Invesco Treasury Portfolio. It is designed for investors who expect to need all or most of their money in the fund at retirement and for investors who plan to withdraw the value of their account in the fund gradually after retirement. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks total return with a low to moderate correlation to traditional financial market indices, and as a secondary objective, capital preservation. The fund builds a portfolio that includes Invesco Balanced-Risk Allocation Fund, Invesco Balanced-Risk Aggressive Allocation Fund and two affiliated money market funds, Invesco Government & Agency Portfolio and Invesco Treasury Portfolio. It is designed for investors who expect to need all or most of their money in the fund at retirement and for investors who plan to withdraw the value of their account in the fund gradually after retirement. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks total return with a low to moderate correlation to traditional financial market indices, and as a secondary objective, capital preservation. The fund builds a portfolio that includes Invesco Balanced-Risk Allocation Fund, Invesco Balanced-Risk Aggressive Allocation Fund and two affiliated money market funds, Invesco Government & Agency Portfolio and Invesco Treasury Portfolio. It is designed for investors who expect to need all or most of their money in the fund at retirement and for investors who plan to withdraw the value of their account in the fund gradually after retirement. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks total return with a low to moderate correlation to traditional financial market indices, and as a secondary objective, capital preservation. The fund builds a portfolio that includes Invesco Balanced-Risk Allocation Fund, Invesco Balanced-Risk Aggressive Allocation Fund and two affiliated money market funds, Invesco Government & Agency Portfolio and Invesco Treasury Portfolio. It is designed for investors who expect to need all or most of their money in the fund at retirement and for investors who plan to withdraw the value of their account in the fund gradually after retirement. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks total return with a low to moderate correlation to traditional financial market indices, and as a secondary objective, capital preservation. The fund builds a portfolio that includes Invesco Balanced-Risk Allocation Fund, Invesco Balanced-Risk Aggressive Allocation Fund and two affiliated money market funds, Invesco Government & Agency Portfolio and Invesco Treasury Portfolio. It is designed for investors who expect to need all or most of their money in the fund at retirement and for investors who plan to withdraw the value of their account in the fund gradually after retirement. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks total return with a low to moderate correlation to traditional financial market indices, and as a secondary objective, capital preservation. The fund builds a portfolio that includes Invesco Balanced-Risk Allocation Fund, Invesco Balanced-Risk Aggressive Allocation Fund and two affiliated money market funds, Invesco Government & Agency Portfolio and Invesco Treasury Portfolio. It is designed for investors who expect to need all or most of their money in the fund at retirement and for investors who plan to withdraw the value of their account in the fund gradually after retirement. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks total return with a low to moderate correlation to traditional financial market indices, and as a secondary objective, capital preservation. The fund builds a portfolio that includes Invesco Balanced-Risk Allocation Fund, Invesco Balanced-Risk Aggressive Allocation Fund and two affiliated money market funds, Invesco Government & Agency Portfolio and Invesco Treasury Portfolio. It is designed for investors who expect to need all or most of their money in the fund at retirement and for investors who plan to withdraw the value of their account in the fund gradually after retirement. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks total return with a low to moderate correlation to traditional financial market indices, and as a secondary objective, capital preservation. The fund builds a portfolio that includes Invesco Balanced-Risk Allocation Fund, Invesco Balanced-Risk Aggressive Allocation Fund and two affiliated money market funds, Invesco Government & Agency Portfolio and Invesco Treasury Portfolio. It is designed for investors who expect to need all or most of their money in the fund at retirement and for investors who plan to withdraw the value of their account in the fund gradually after retirement. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks total return with a low to moderate correlation to traditional financial market indices, and as a secondary objective, capital preservation. The fund builds a portfolio that includes Invesco Balanced-Risk Allocation Fund, Invesco Balanced-Risk Aggressive Allocation Fund and two affiliated money market funds, Invesco Government & Agency Portfolio and Invesco Treasury Portfolio. It is designed for investors who expect to need all or most of their money in the fund at retirement and for investors who plan to withdraw the value of their account in the fund gradually after retirement. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks to provide a high and stable level of income exempt from federal and Tennessee state taxes derived from Tennessee municipal securities without incurring undue risk to principal. The fund's assets will be invested so that at least 80% of the income will be exempt from Federal and Tennessee income taxes or it will have at least 80% of its net assets invested in securities exempt from Federal and Tennessee income taxes.
The investment seeks to obtain as high a level of current income exempt from federal, New York State and New York City individual income taxes as is consistent with preservation of capital. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its assets in municipal obligations originating in New York State which are exempt from New York State and regular federal income taxes, and normally invests 100% of its assets in municipal obligations originating in New York or issued by United States territories and possessions and exempt from regular federal income tax. It may invest up to 20% of its assets in taxable securities. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks to provide as high a level of current income as is consistent with the preservation of capital; capital appreciation is a secondary goal. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in bonds. Bonds include mortgage-related securities, asset-backed securities, government securities, and corporate debt securities. The fund may also invest up to 20% of its total assets in foreign-issued debt securities denominated in either the U.S. dollar or a foreign currency.
The investment seeks to provide as high a level of current income as is consistent with the preservation of capital; capital appreciation is a secondary goal. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in bonds. Bonds include mortgage-related securities, asset-backed securities, government securities, and corporate debt securities. The fund may also invest up to 20% of its total assets in foreign-issued debt securities denominated in either the U.S. dollar or a foreign currency.
The investment seeks to provide as high a level of current income as is consistent with the preservation of capital; capital appreciation is a secondary goal. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in bonds. Bonds include mortgage-related securities, asset-backed securities, government securities, and corporate debt securities. The fund may also invest up to 20% of its total assets in foreign-issued debt securities denominated in either the U.S. dollar or a foreign currency.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests primarily in common stocks of U.S. companies. It may also invest up to 25% of its net assets in non-U.S. companies, including in American Depositary Receipts ("ADRs"), in both developed and emerging markets. The fund seeks to invest in companies that have good long-term business fundamentals but are temporarily out of favor with investors, and hence have a market value lower than their intrinsic value.
The investment seeks to provide as high a level of current income as is consistent with the preservation of capital; capital appreciation is a secondary goal. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in bonds. Bonds include mortgage-related securities, asset-backed securities, government securities, and corporate debt securities. The fund may also invest up to 20% of its total assets in foreign-issued debt securities denominated in either the U.S. dollar or a foreign currency.
The investment seeks to increase the value of fund shares as a primary goal and to earn income as a secondary goal. Under normal circumstances, the fund will invest at least 80% of its assets in common stocks of mid-cap U.S. companies. A mid-cap company is defined as a company, at the time of purchase, which has a market capitalization between $1.5 billion and $12 billion or falls within the range of market capitalizations represented in the Russell Midcap Index. The size of the companies in the Russell Midcap Index will change with market conditions.
The investment seeks the highest level of interest income exempt from federal income tax and Ohio personal income tax, consistent with the protection of capital. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in high-quality, long-term Ohio municipal obligations, including general obligation bonds, revenue bonds, and industrial development bonds. High-quality, long-term Ohio municipal obligations are, for purposes of this fund, considered to be obligations rated within the three highest rating categories, with remaining maturities of 3 years or more. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks the highest level of interest income exempt from federal income tax and Ohio personal income tax, consistent with the protection of capital. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in high-quality, long-term Ohio municipal obligations, including general obligation bonds, revenue bonds, and industrial development bonds. High-quality, long-term Ohio municipal obligations are, for purposes of this fund, considered to be obligations rated within the three highest rating categories, with remaining maturities of 3 years or more. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks the highest level of interest income exempt from federal income tax and Ohio personal income tax, consistent with the protection of capital. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in high-quality, long-term Ohio municipal obligations, including general obligation bonds, revenue bonds, and industrial development bonds. High-quality, long-term Ohio municipal obligations are, for purposes of this fund, considered to be obligations rated within the three highest rating categories, with remaining maturities of 3 years or more. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks the highest level of interest income exempt from federal income tax and Ohio personal income tax, consistent with the protection of capital. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in high-quality, long-term Ohio municipal obligations, including general obligation bonds, revenue bonds, and industrial development bonds. High-quality, long-term Ohio municipal obligations are, for purposes of this fund, considered to be obligations rated within the three highest rating categories, with remaining maturities of 3 years or more. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks growth of capital. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its assets in equity securities. It invests primarily in common stocks of companies located in or that conduct their business mainly in one or more foreign countries, which may include emerging markets. The fund will normally be invested in ten or more foreign countries and may invest up to 40% of its assets in any one country. It focuses its investments on developed foreign countries, but may invest up to 25% of its total assets in emerging markets.
The investment seeks total return from both capital appreciation and current income. The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in the securities of U.S. and non-U.S. infrastructure-related companies. The adviser considers a company to be an infrastructure-related company if at least 50% of its non-cash assets are infrastructure assets or 50% of its gross income or net profits are derived, directly or indirectly, from the ownership, management, construction, operation, utilization or financing of infrastructure assets. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks total return from both capital appreciation and current income. The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in the securities of U.S. and non-U.S. infrastructure-related companies. The adviser considers a company to be an infrastructure-related company if at least 50% of its non-cash assets are infrastructure assets or 50% of its gross income or net profits are derived, directly or indirectly, from the ownership, management, construction, operation, utilization or financing of infrastructure assets. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks total return from both capital appreciation and current income. The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in the securities of U.S. and non-U.S. infrastructure-related companies. The adviser considers a company to be an infrastructure-related company if at least 50% of its non-cash assets are infrastructure assets or 50% of its gross income or net profits are derived, directly or indirectly, from the ownership, management, construction, operation, utilization or financing of infrastructure assets. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks total return from both capital appreciation and current income. The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in the securities of U.S. and non-U.S. infrastructure-related companies. The adviser considers a company to be an infrastructure-related company if at least 50% of its non-cash assets are infrastructure assets or 50% of its gross income or net profits are derived, directly or indirectly, from the ownership, management, construction, operation, utilization or financing of infrastructure assets. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks total return from both capital appreciation and current income. The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in the securities of U.S. and non-U.S. infrastructure-related companies. The adviser considers a company to be an infrastructure-related company if at least 50% of its non-cash assets are infrastructure assets or 50% of its gross income or net profits are derived, directly or indirectly, from the ownership, management, construction, operation, utilization or financing of infrastructure assets. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks total return from both capital appreciation and current income. The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in the securities of U.S. and non-U.S. infrastructure-related companies. The adviser considers a company to be an infrastructure-related company if at least 50% of its non-cash assets are infrastructure assets or 50% of its gross income or net profits are derived, directly or indirectly, from the ownership, management, construction, operation, utilization or financing of infrastructure assets. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks long-term preservation of capital (sufficient growth to outpace inflation over an extended period of time) and growth of capital. The fund will have more than 65% of its assets invested in equity securities. It seeks to achieve its objectives by investing primarily in the equity securities (i.e., common stocks, securities convertible into common stocks or rights or warrants to subscribe for or purchase common stocks) of domestic companies. Specifically, the fund will primarily invest in equity securities of domestic companies which the portfolio managers believe to be undervalued or to represent special situations.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests primarily in the common stocks of small and mid cap companies which have the potential to deliver above-average long-term earnings growth. The adviser defines small cap companies with a market capitalization of less than $3 billion and mid cap companies as companies with a market capitalization between $3 billion and $30 billion. In addition, the fund may invest in large cap companies. Market capitalization is measured at the time of initial purchase.
The investment seeks to build investor wealth over extended periods and to minimize shareholder capital gains tax liability by limiting the realization of long- and short-term gains. The fund invests principally in common stock of large-capitalization companies. Ordinarily, 90% or more of the fund's assets will be invested in common stocks with the balance held in U.S. Treasury securities or other cash equivalents. Although the number of holdings may vary, the fund usually holds between 25 and 40 stocks, with positions in individual issuers generally ranging between 2% and 4% of the fund's assets.
The investment seeks total return. The fund invests, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of the fund's investable assets in bonds. It invests in securities that are rated investment-grade at the time of purchase. For purposes of this policy, bonds include all fixed-income securities, including but not limited to debt obligations issued by the U.S. government and its agencies, corporate debt securities, mortgage-related securities, and asset-backed securities.
The investment seeks total return. The fund invests, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of the fund's investable assets in bonds. It invests in securities that are rated investment-grade at the time of purchase. For purposes of this policy, bonds include all fixed-income securities, including but not limited to debt obligations issued by the U.S. government and its agencies, corporate debt securities, mortgage-related securities, and asset-backed securities.
The investment seeks total return. The fund invests, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of the fund's investable assets in bonds. It invests in securities that are rated investment-grade at the time of purchase. For purposes of this policy, bonds include all fixed-income securities, including but not limited to debt obligations issued by the U.S. government and its agencies, corporate debt securities, mortgage-related securities, and asset-backed securities.
The investment seeks total return. The fund invests, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of the fund's investable assets in bonds. It invests in securities that are rated investment-grade at the time of purchase. For purposes of this policy, bonds include all fixed-income securities, including but not limited to debt obligations issued by the U.S. government and its agencies, corporate debt securities, mortgage-related securities, and asset-backed securities.
The investment seeks the protection of principal through aggressive, proactive reactions to prevailing economic conditions. The fund invests varying percentages of its total assets in Real Estate Investment Trusts, Commodities-based securities, Various Fixed Income securities, TIPS and cash and cash equivalents. During times of significant market upheaval, it may take large, small, or even no position in any one or more of the Asset Classes, may invest in gold and other eligible precious metals to the maximum extent allowed, andu002For may hold some or all of the fund's assets in cash andu002For cash equivalents. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks the protection of principal through aggressive, proactive reactions to prevailing economic conditions. The fund invests varying percentages of its total assets in Real Estate Investment Trusts, Commodities-based securities, Various Fixed Income securities, TIPS and cash and cash equivalents. During times of significant market upheaval, it may take large, small, or even no position in any one or more of the Asset Classes, may invest in gold and other eligible precious metals to the maximum extent allowed, andu002For may hold some or all of the fund's assets in cash andu002For cash equivalents. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks the protection of principal through aggressive, proactive reactions to prevailing economic conditions. The fund invests varying percentages of its total assets in Real Estate Investment Trusts, Commodities-based securities, Various Fixed Income securities, TIPS and cash and cash equivalents. During times of significant market upheaval, it may take large, small, or even no position in any one or more of the Asset Classes, may invest in gold and other eligible precious metals to the maximum extent allowed, andu002For may hold some or all of the fund's assets in cash andu002For cash equivalents. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks to generate a high level of current income consistent with prudent investment risk. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its assets in a diversified portfolio of corporate bonds, U.S. government and agency securities, convertible securities and preferred securities. The investment manager will only purchase securities for the fund that are investment grade, with a rating of at least "BBB" as rated by Standard & Poor's or a comparable rating by another nationally recognized rating agency. The fund will not invest in Excluded Securities.
The investment seeks to generate a high level of current income. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its total assets in a diversified portfolio of high yield fixed income securities. These include corporate bonds, convertible securities and preferred securities. The Investment Manager will generally purchase securities for the fund that are not investment grade ("junk" bonds), meaning securities with a rating of "BB" or lower as rated by Standard & Poor's or a comparable rating by another nationally recognized rating agency. The fund will not invest in Excluded Securities.
The investment seeks to generate a high level of current income. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its total assets in a diversified portfolio of high yield fixed income securities. These include corporate bonds, convertible securities and preferred securities. The Investment Manager will generally purchase securities for the fund that are not investment grade ("junk" bonds), meaning securities with a rating of "BB" or lower as rated by Standard & Poor's or a comparable rating by another nationally recognized rating agency. The fund will not invest in Excluded Securities.
The investment seeks to generate a high level of current income. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its total assets in a diversified portfolio of high yield fixed income securities. These include corporate bonds, convertible securities and preferred securities. The Investment Manager will generally purchase securities for the fund that are not investment grade ("junk" bonds), meaning securities with a rating of "BB" or lower as rated by Standard & Poor's or a comparable rating by another nationally recognized rating agency. The fund will not invest in Excluded Securities.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its total assets in the securities of foreign companies (companies domiciled in countries other than the United States), without regard to market capitalizations. It invests using a growth investing style. Growth funds generally focus on stocks of companies believed to have above-average potential for growth in revenue, earnings, cash flow, or other similar criteria. These stocks typically have low dividend yields and above-average prices in relation to such measures as earnings and book value.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its total assets in the securities of foreign companies (companies domiciled in countries other than the United States), without regard to market capitalizations. It invests using a growth investing style. Growth funds generally focus on stocks of companies believed to have above-average potential for growth in revenue, earnings, cash flow, or other similar criteria. These stocks typically have low dividend yields and above-average prices in relation to such measures as earnings and book value.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its total assets in the securities of foreign companies (companies domiciled in countries other than the United States), without regard to market capitalizations. It invests using a growth investing style. Growth funds generally focus on stocks of companies believed to have above-average potential for growth in revenue, earnings, cash flow, or other similar criteria. These stocks typically have low dividend yields and above-average prices in relation to such measures as earnings and book value.
The investment seeks high total return over time primarily through income, with a secondary emphasis on capital appreciation. The fund is a "fund of funds" that invests in Class W shares of other funds of the Trust and in other investment pools or investment products. It invests in underlying funds according to a relatively stable asset allocation strategy that will not gradually adjust over time and is designed for investors who are already in retirement and may have begun taking systematic withdrawals upon retirement. Target allocations may be changed and actual allocations may vary up to ten percentage points from the targets.
The investment seeks current income with capital appreciation and growth of income. Under normal market conditions, the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in "bonds." Bonds include debt obligations of any maturity, such as bonds, notes, bills and debentures. It invests predominantly in bonds issued by governments, government-related entities and government agencies located around the world. The fund may invest up to 25% of its total assets in bonds that are rated below investment grade or, if unrated determined by the investment manager to be of comparable quality. It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks to provide long-term capital growth through investments in the common stocks of large-cap growth companies. The manager follows a growth-oriented approach to stock selection and expects to normally invest in stocks of approximately 100 to 150 companies. The fund will normally invest at least 80% of its net assets (including any borrowings for investment purposes) in large-cap companies. The managers define a large-cap company as one whose market capitalization is larger than the median market capitalization of companies in the Russell 1000 Growth Index, a widely used benchmark of the largest U.S. growth stocks.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. The fund primarily invests at least 80% of its total assets in larger U.S. stocks. Larger stocks refer to the common stock of companies whose total market capitalization is generally greater than $2 billion. It invests using a growth investing style. Growth funds generally focus on stocks of companies believed to have above-average potential for growth in revenue, earnings, cash flow, or other similar criteria. These stocks typically have low dividend yields and above-average prices in relation to such measures as earnings and book value.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital, with a secondary objective of current income. The fund seeks to achieve its investment objective by primarily investing at least 80% of its total assets in U.S. stocks with market capitalizations that fall within the range of companies included in the Russell 2000 Index (the "index"). It invests using a value investing style. Value funds typically emphasize stocks whose prices are below average in relation to such measures as earnings and book value; these stocks often have above-average dividend yields.
The investment seeks the highest total return over time consistent with an emphasis on both capital growth and income. The fund invests in a diversified portfolio typically consisting of approximately 60% stocks; 35% bonds, money market securities, and cash reserves; and 5% alternative investments, including through hedge funds. Under normal conditions, its allocation to the broad asset classes will be within the following ranges: stocks (50-70%), bonds, money markets securities, and cash reserves (25-45%), and alternative investments (0-10%).
The investment seeks maximum real return consistent with the preservation of capital. The fund normally invests primarily in inflation-protected securities issued by the U.S. government, its agencies and instrumentalities. It also invests in inflation-protected securities of U.S. issuers, foreign governments, and other foreign issuers. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus the amount of borrowings, if any, for investment purposes) in inflation-protected securities and other investments with similar economic characteristics.
The investment seeks maximum real return consistent with the preservation of capital. The fund normally invests primarily in inflation-protected securities issued by the U.S. government, its agencies and instrumentalities. It also invests in inflation-protected securities of U.S. issuers, foreign governments, and other foreign issuers. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus the amount of borrowings, if any, for investment purposes) in inflation-protected securities and other investments with similar economic characteristics.
The investment seeks maximum real return consistent with the preservation of capital. The fund normally invests primarily in inflation-protected securities issued by the U.S. government, its agencies and instrumentalities. It also invests in inflation-protected securities of U.S. issuers, foreign governments, and other foreign issuers. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus the amount of borrowings, if any, for investment purposes) in inflation-protected securities and other investments with similar economic characteristics.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital, with a secondary objective of current income. The fund seeks to achieve its investment objective by primarily investing at least 80% of its total assets in U.S. stocks with market capitalizations that fall within the range of companies included in the Russell 2000 Index (the "index"). It invests using a value investing style. Value funds typically emphasize stocks whose prices are below average in relation to such measures as earnings and book value; these stocks often have above-average dividend yields.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. The fund invests, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its assets in equity securities of non-U.S. companies that meet certain financial and environmental, social, and governance ("ESG") criteria. It invests in securities of any size, but generally focuses on larger, more established companies. The fund invests primarily in securities of companies domiciled in developed markets, but may invest up to 30% of its net assets in securities of companies domiciled in emerging and frontier markets.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. The fund invests, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its assets in equity securities of non-U.S. companies that meet certain financial and environmental, social, and governance ("ESG") criteria. It invests in securities of any size, but generally focuses on larger, more established companies. The fund invests primarily in securities of companies domiciled in developed markets, but may invest up to 30% of its net assets in securities of companies domiciled in emerging and frontier markets.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. The fund invests, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its assets in equity securities of non-U.S. companies that meet certain financial and environmental, social, and governance ("ESG") criteria. It invests in securities of any size, but generally focuses on larger, more established companies. The fund invests primarily in securities of companies domiciled in developed markets, but may invest up to 30% of its net assets in securities of companies domiciled in emerging and frontier markets.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital by investing primarily in common stocks of small growth companies. The fund will normally invest at least 80% of its net assets (including any borrowings for investment purposes) in equity securities issued by small-cap U.S. growth companies. While most assets will typically be invested in U.S. equity securities, the fund may invest up to 10% of its total assets in foreign securities, including securities of emerging market issuers.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital by investing primarily in common stocks of small growth companies. The fund will normally invest at least 80% of its net assets (including any borrowings for investment purposes) in equity securities issued by small-cap U.S. growth companies. While most assets will typically be invested in U.S. equity securities, the fund may invest up to 10% of its total assets in foreign securities, including securities of emerging market issuers.
The investment seeks to achieve long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets, plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes, in common and preferred stocks of U.S. mid-capitalization companies. The subadvisor considers the term "mid-capitalization companies" to refer to companies that, at the time of purchase, are within the range of capitalizations of companies in the Russell Midcap Growth Index.
The investment seeks above-average capital appreciation. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its investable assets in equity and equity-related securities of small-cap companies. The subadviser considers small-cap companies to be companies with market capitalizations within the market cap range of companies included in the Russell 2000 Index or the S&P SmallCap 600 Index. Most assets will typically be invested in U.S. equity and equity-related securities, including up to 25% of total assets in real estate investment trusts (REITs).
The investment seeks long-term capital growth; income is a secondary objective. The fund will normally invest at least 80% of its net assets (including any borrowings for investment purposes) in the common stocks of large and medium-sized blue chip growth companies. It focuses on companies with leading market positions, seasoned management, and strong financial fundamentals. The fund may sell securities for a variety of reasons, such as to secure gains, limit losses, or redeploy assets into more promising opportunities.
The investment seeks a level of income that is consistent with the current rate of inflation. The fund will invest at least 80% of its net assets (including any borrowings for investment purposes) in bonds. It will invest in a diversified portfolio of short- and intermediate-term investment-grade inflation-linked securities, including Treasury Inflation Protected Securities, as well as corporate, government, mortgage-backed and asset-backed securities. The fund will invest at least 20% of its net assets in inflation-linked securities, although normally the advisor expects to invest 50% or more of its net assets in inflation-linked securities.
The investment seeks a favorable long-term total return, mainly through capital appreciation, by investing primarily in a portfolio of equity securities in smaller domestic companies based on a market index. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in equity securities included in its benchmark index, the Russell 2000 Index. A "small-cap" equity security is a security within the capitalization range of the companies included in the Russell 2000 Index at the time of purchase. The Russell 2000 Index measures the performance of the small-cap segment of the U.S. equity universe.
The investment seeks high total return over time primarily through income, with a secondary emphasis on capital appreciation. The fund is a "fund of funds" that invests in Class W shares of other funds of the Trust and potentially in other investment pools or investment products. It has a policy of investing at least 80% of its assets in underlying funds that are managed to seek investment returns that track particular market indices. Advisors currently expects to allocate approximately 40% of the fund's assets to equity underlying funds and 60% of its assets to fixed-income underlying funds.
The investment seeks a favorable long-term total return, mainly through capital appreciation, primarily from equity securities of large domestic companies. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in large-cap equity securities. It invests primarily in equity securities of large domestic companies, as defined by the fund's benchmark index (the Russell 1000 Value Index) that the fund's investment adviser believes appear undervalued by the market based on an evaluation of their potential worth. The fund may invest up to 20% of its assets in foreign investments.
The investment seeks a favorable long-term total return, mainly through capital appreciation, by investing primarily in a portfolio of equity securities of large domestic value companies based on a market index. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in securities of its benchmark index, the Russell 1000 Value Index. The Russell 1000 Value Index is a subset of the Russell 1000 Index, which represents the performance of the large-cap value segment of the U.S. equity universe. It includes those Russell 1000 Index companies with lower price-to-book ratios and lower expected growth values.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The advisor pursues its objective by seeking to enhance its performance over that of its benchmark index by 1) changing the relative weighting in the fund's portfolio of growth versus value style securities in the index (style tilt) and 2) utilizing computer-aided, quantitative analysis of valuation, growth, dividend yield, industry and other factors to attempt to compensate for the exclusion of certain index securities due to the fund's values-based screening policies. It will invest at least 80% of its assets in the securities of companies included in the fund's benchmark.
The investment seeks high income and capital appreciation. The fund normally invests at least 80% (and potentially all) of its net assets (including any borrowings for investment purposes) in debt securities of emerging market governments or companies located in emerging market countries. The fund's holdings may be denominated in U.S. dollars or non-U.S. dollar currencies, including emerging market currencies. While most assets will be invested in bonds, the fund may enter into forward currency exchange contracts in keeping with the fund's objective. It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks a favorable long-term total return, mainly through capital appreciation, primarily from equity securities of foreign issuers. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in equity securities of foreign issuers. It has a policy of maintaining investments of equity securities of foreign issuers in at least three countries other than the United States. The adviser selects individual stocks, and lets the fund's country and regional asset allocations evolve from their stock selection.
The investment seeks a favorable long-term total return, mainly through capital appreciation, primarily from equity securities of foreign issuers. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in equity securities of foreign issuers. It has a policy of maintaining investments of equity securities of foreign issuers in at least three countries other than the United States. The adviser selects individual stocks, and lets the fund's country and regional asset allocations evolve from their stock selection.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. The Portfolio seeks to achieve its investment objective by investing in securities or instruments and a combination of underlying funds that currently exist or that may become available for investment in the future. The advisor intends to invest at least 80% of its net assets plus any borrowings for investment purposes in underlying equity funds and equity securities with a blend of domestic large cap, small cap and international exposure to seek capital appreciation. It invests approximately 10% of its total assets in the Goldman Sachs Tactical Tilt Overlay Fund.
The investment seeks a favorable long-term total return, through both capital appreciation and investment income, primarily from income-producing equity securities. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its assets in equity securities. It will invest in securities which the fund's investment adviser believes have the potential for capital appreciation, dividend income, or both. The fund focuses on large-cap securities that the advisor believes to be attractively valued, show the potential to appreciate faster than the rest of the market and return cash to shareholders in the form of dividends, stock buy-backs or both.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital through investments primarily in the common stocks of established companies throughout the world, including the U.S. The fund seeks to be broadly diversified by investing in a variety of industries in developed and, to a lesser extent, emerging markets. It normally invests in at least five countries, one of which is the U.S. Under normal conditions, at least 80% of the fund's net assets (including any borrowings for investment purposes) will be invested in stocks and at least 40% of the fund's net assets will be invested in stocks of companies outside the U.S.
The investment seeks a favorable long-term total return, mainly through capital appreciation, primarily from equity securities of medium-sized domestic companies. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in mid-cap equity securities. It invests primarily in equity securities of medium-sized domestic companies, as defined by the fund's benchmark index (the Russell Midcap Growth Index), that the fund's investment adviser believes present the opportunity for growth.
The investment seeks a favorable long-term total return, mainly through capital appreciation, primarily from equity securities of medium-sized domestic companies. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in mid-cap equity securities. It invests primarily in equity securities of medium-sized domestic companies, as defined by the fund's benchmark index (the Russell Midcap Growth Index), that the fund's investment adviser believes present the opportunity for growth.
The investment seeks to provide long-term growth through a combination of capital appreciation and current income. The fund will normally invest at least 80% of its net assets (including any borrowings for investment purposes) in the equity securities of real estate companies throughout the world, including the U.S. It will invest in at least five countries and at least 40% of its net assets will be in real estate companies outside the U.S. (at least 30% of net assets will be in real estate companies outside the U.S. if foreign market conditions are not favorable). The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital through investments primarily in the common stocks of established companies throughout the world, including the U.S. The fund seeks to be broadly diversified by investing in a variety of industries in developed and, to a lesser extent, emerging markets. It will normally invest in at least five countries, one of which is the U.S. Under normal conditions, at least 80% of the fund's net assets (including any borrowings for investment purposes) will be invested in stocks and at least 40% of the fund's net assets will be invested in stocks of companies outside the U.S.
The investment seeks a favorable long-term total return, mainly through capital appreciation, by investing primarily in a portfolio of equity securities in smaller domestic companies based on a market index. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in equity securities included in its benchmark index, the Russell 2000 Index. A "small-cap" equity security is a security within the capitalization range of the companies included in the Russell 2000 Index at the time of purchase. The Russell 2000 Index measures the performance of the small-cap segment of the U.S. equity universe.
The investment seeks high current income and, secondarily, capital appreciation. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets (including any borrowings for investment purposes) in a widely diversified portfolio of high yield corporate bonds, often called "junk" bonds, as well as income-producing convertible securities and preferred stocks that are rated below investment grade or not rated by any major credit rating agency but deemed to be below investment grade by T. Rowe Price.
The investment seeks income and capital appreciation. The fund invests primarily in a broad range of income-producing securities. These include equity securities, such as dividend-paying common stocks and REITs and debt securities, such as interest-paying bonds and convertible bonds. It may also invest in preferred stock, master limited partnerships and bank notes, and write covered calls on equities. Generally, at least 30% of the fund's assets will be invested in equity securities. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks a favorable long-term total return, mainly through capital appreciation, by investing primarily in a portfolio of foreign equity investments based on a market index. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in securities of its benchmark index, the MSCI EAFE Index. It buys most, but not necessarily all, of the stocks included in its benchmark index, and the advisor will attempt to closely match the overall investment characteristics of the fund's benchmark index.
The investment seeks income and capital appreciation. The fund invests primarily in a broad range of income-producing securities. These include equity securities, such as dividend-paying common stocks and REITs and debt securities, such as interest-paying bonds and convertible bonds. It may also invest in preferred stock, master limited partnerships and bank notes, and write covered calls on equities. Generally, at least 30% of the fund's assets will be invested in equity securities. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks long-term capital growth and current income primarily through investments in non-U.S. stocks. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets (including any borrowings for investment purposes) in equity securities and invests at least 65% of its total assets in non-U.S. stocks, with an emphasis on large-capitalization stocks that have a strong track record of paying dividends or that are believed to be undervalued.
The investment seeks a favorable long-term total return, mainly through capital appreciation, by investing primarily in a portfolio of equity securities of large domestic growth companies based on a market index. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in securities of its benchmark index, the Russell 1000 Growth Index. It buys most, but not necessarily all, of the stocks in its benchmark index, and the advisor will attempt to closely match the overall investment characteristics of the fund's benchmark index.
The investment seeks income and capital appreciation. The fund invests primarily in a broad range of income-producing securities. These include equity securities, such as dividend-paying common stocks and REITs and debt securities, such as interest-paying bonds and convertible bonds. It may also invest in preferred stock, master limited partnerships and bank notes, and write covered calls on equities. Generally, at least 30% of the fund's assets will be invested in equity securities. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks high total return over time primarily through income, with a secondary emphasis on capital appreciation. The fund is a "fund of funds" that invests in Class W shares of other funds of the Trust and potentially in other investment pools or investment products. It has a policy of investing at least 80% of its assets in underlying funds that are managed to seek investment returns that track particular market indices. Advisors currently expects to allocate approximately 40% of the fund's assets to equity underlying funds and 60% of its assets to fixed-income underlying funds.
The investment seeks a favorable long-term total return, mainly through capital appreciation, by investing primarily in a portfolio of foreign equity investments based on a market index. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in securities of its benchmark index, the MSCI EAFE Index. It buys most, but not necessarily all, of the stocks included in its benchmark index, and the advisor will attempt to closely match the overall investment characteristics of the fund's benchmark index.
The investment seeks a favorable long-term total return, mainly through capital appreciation, by investing primarily in a portfolio of equity securities of large domestic growth companies based on a market index. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in securities of its benchmark index, the Russell 1000 Growth Index. It buys most, but not necessarily all, of the stocks in its benchmark index, and the advisor will attempt to closely match the overall investment characteristics of the fund's benchmark index.
The investment seeks long-term capital growth by investing primarily in U.S. common stocks. The advisor attempts to create a portfolio with similar characteristics to the Standard & Poor's 500 Stock Index (S&P 500 Index) with the potential to provide excess returns relative to the index. The fund uses a disciplined portfolio construction process whereby it weights each sector and industry approximately the same as the S&P 500 Index. It may also purchase stocks that are not in the S&P 500 Index, but at least 80% of the fund's total assets will normally be invested in stocks that are in the index at the time of purchase.
The investment seeks to provide, consistent with prudent portfolio management, the highest level of income exempt from federal and New Jersey state income taxes by investing primarily in investment-grade New Jersey municipal bonds. The fund will invest so that, under normal market conditions, at least 80% of its net assets (including any borrowings for investment purposes) are invested in bonds that pay interest exempt from federal and New Jersey state income taxes, and at least 80% of the fund's income is expected to be exempt from federal and New Jersey state income taxes. It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks a favorable long-term total return, mainly through capital appreciation, primarily from equity securities of large domestic companies. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in large-cap equity securities. It invests primarily in equity securities of large domestic companies, as defined by the fund's benchmark index (the Russell 1000 Value Index) that the fund's investment adviser believes appear undervalued by the market based on an evaluation of their potential worth. The fund may invest up to 20% of its assets in foreign investments.
The investment seeks a level of income that is consistent with the current rate of inflation. The fund will invest at least 80% of its net assets (including any borrowings for investment purposes) in bonds. It will invest in a diversified portfolio of short- and intermediate-term investment-grade inflation-linked securities, including Treasury Inflation Protected Securities, as well as corporate, government, mortgage-backed and asset-backed securities. The fund will invest at least 20% of its net assets in inflation-linked securities, although normally the advisor expects to invest 50% or more of its net assets in inflation-linked securities.
The investment seeks to provide long-term capital appreciation through investments in common stocks of growth companies. In taking a growth approach to stock selection, the fund will normally invest at least 80% of its net assets (including any borrowings for investment purposes) in the common stocks of large-cap companies. The advisor defines a large-cap company as one whose market capitalization is larger than the median market capitalization of companies in the Russell 1000 Growth Index, a widely used benchmark of the largest U.S. growth stocks. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks a favorable long-term total return, mainly through capital appreciation, primarily from equity securities of large domestic companies. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in large-cap equity securities. It invests primarily in equity securities of large domestic companies, as defined by the fund's benchmark index (the Russell 1000 Value Index) that the fund's investment adviser believes appear undervalued by the market based on an evaluation of their potential worth. The fund may invest up to 20% of its assets in foreign investments.
The investment seeks a favorable long-term total return, mainly through capital appreciation, primarily from equity securities of large domestic companies. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in large-cap equity securities. It invests primarily in equity securities of large domestic companies, as defined by the fund's benchmark index (the Russell 1000 Value Index) that the fund's investment adviser believes appear undervalued by the market based on an evaluation of their potential worth. The fund may invest up to 20% of its assets in foreign investments.
The investment seeks current income consistent with the preservation of capital. Under normal circumstances, the fund will invest at least 80% of its net assets (plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes) in fixed income securities. It will invest primarily in investment and non-investment grade (junk bond) U.S. and foreign corporate and government fixed income securities, including emerging market, asset-backed securities, mortgage dollar rolls, mortgage-backed securities and securities issued or guaranteed by the U.S. government and its agencies and instrumentalities.
The investment seeks a favorable long-term total return, mainly through capital appreciation, primarily from equity securities of large domestic companies. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in large-cap equity securities. It invests primarily in equity securities of large domestic companies, as defined by the fund's benchmark index (the Russell 1000 Value Index) that the fund's investment adviser believes appear undervalued by the market based on an evaluation of their potential worth. The fund may invest up to 20% of its assets in foreign investments.
The investment seeks to provide long-term capital appreciation. The fund will normally invest at least 80% of its net assets (including any borrowings for investment purposes) in companies whose market capitalization (number of shares outstanding multiplied by share price), at the time of purchase, falls within the range of the companies in either the S&P MidCap 400 Index or the Russell Midcap Value Index.
The investment seeks to provide long-term capital appreciation. The fund will normally invest at least 80% of its net assets (including any borrowings for investment purposes) in companies whose market capitalization (number of shares outstanding multiplied by share price), at the time of purchase, falls within the range of the companies in either the S&P MidCap 400 Index or the Russell Midcap Value Index.
The investment seeks to provide the highest level of income exempt from federal and Maryland state and local income taxes consistent with modest fluctuation in principal value. The fund will invest so that, under normal market conditions, at least 80% of its net assets (including any borrowings for investment purposes) are invested in bonds that pay interest exempt from federal and Maryland state and local income taxes, and at least 80% of the fund's income is expected to be exempt from federal and Maryland state and local income taxes. It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital and income. Under normal circumstances, the fund will invest at least 80% of its net assets (plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes) in equity securities of large companies. The fund will primarily seek to purchase securities believed to be attractively valued in relation to various measures, which may include earnings, capital structure or return on invested capital. It may invest up to 20% of its assets in foreign securities.
The investment seeks to provide long-term capital growth. The fund will normally invest a minimum of two-thirds of its assets in the common stocks of natural resource companies. The earnings and tangible assets of natural resources companies may benefit from periods of accelerating inflation. It also invests in other growth companies that the managers believe have strong potential for earnings growth but do not own or develop natural resources. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. The fund invests, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its assets in equity securities of U.S. and non-U.S. companies that meet certain financial and environmental, social, and governance criteria. Equity securities include common stocks, preferred stocks, convertible securities, depositary receipts such as American Depositary Receipts ("ADRs"), Global Depositary Receipts ("GDRs") and European Depositary Receipts ("EDRs"), and interests in other investment companies, including exchange-traded funds that invest in equity securities.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital through investments in the common stocks of non-U.S. companies. The manager expects to invest significantly outside the U.S. and to diversify broadly among developed market and, to a lesser extent, emerging market countries throughout the world. It normally invests at least 80% of its net assets (including any borrowings for investment purposes) in non-U.S. stocks and at least 65% of its net assets in stocks of large-cap companies. The fund may sell securities for a variety of reasons, such as to secure gains, limit losses, or redeploy assets into more promising opportunities.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital through investments in the common stocks of non-U.S. companies. The manager expects to invest significantly outside the U.S. and to diversify broadly among developed market and, to a lesser extent, emerging market countries throughout the world. It normally invests at least 80% of its net assets (including any borrowings for investment purposes) in non-U.S. stocks and at least 65% of its net assets in stocks of large-cap companies. The fund may sell securities for a variety of reasons, such as to secure gains, limit losses, or redeploy assets into more promising opportunities.
The investment seeks the highest total return over time consistent with an emphasis on both capital growth and income. The fund invests in a diversified portfolio typically consisting of approximately 60% stocks; 35% bonds, money market securities, and cash reserves; and 5% alternative investments, including through hedge funds. Under normal conditions, its allocation to the broad asset classes will be within the following ranges: stocks (50-70%), bonds, money markets securities, and cash reserves (25-45%), and alternative investments (0-10%).
The investment seeks a favorable long-term total return, through both capital appreciation and investment income, primarily from income-producing equity securities. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its assets in equity securities. It will invest in securities which the fund's investment adviser believes have the potential for capital appreciation, dividend income, or both. The fund focuses on large-cap securities that the advisor believes to be attractively valued, show the potential to appreciate faster than the rest of the market and return cash to shareholders in the form of dividends, stock buy-backs or both.
The investment seeks to provide long-term capital appreciation by investing in common stocks believed to be undervalued; income is a secondary objective. In taking a value approach to investment selection, at least 65% of the fund's total assets will normally be invested in common stocks that the portfolio manager regards as undervalued. The fund may purchase stocks issued by companies of any size, but typically focuses its investments on large-cap stocks.
The investment seeks a favorable long-term total return that reflects the investment performance of the overall U.S. stock market while giving special consideration to certain ESG criteria. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in equity securities. The Advisor attempts to achieve the return of the U.S. stock market as represented by its benchmark, the Russell 3000 Index, while investing in companies whose activities are consistent with the fund's ESG criteria.
The investment seeks a favorable long-term total return, mainly through capital appreciation, primarily from equity securities of medium-sized domestic companies. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in mid-cap equity securities. It invests primarily in equity securities of medium-sized domestic companies, as defined by the fund's benchmark index (the Russell Midcap Growth Index), that the fund's investment adviser believes present the opportunity for growth.
The investment seeks investment results that correspond to the aggregate price and dividend performance of the securities in the S&P 500 Index. The fund invests substantially all of its assets (at least 80%) in securities listed in the S&P 500 Index, which is composed of approximately 500 leading U.S. publicly traded companies from a broad range of industries (mostly common stocks). The manager expects the fund's investment result to correspond to the aggregate price and dividend performance of the S&P 500 Index before the fees and expenses of the fund. The fund generally gives the same weight to a given stock as the S&P 500 Index does.
The investment seeks the highest total return over time consistent with an emphasis on both capital growth and income. The fund invests in a diversified portfolio of other T. Rowe Price stock and bond mutual funds that represent various asset classes and sectors. Its allocation among T. Rowe Price mutual funds will change over time in relation to its target retirement date. The fund is managed based on the specific retirement year (target date 2010) included in its name and assumes a retirement age of 65.
The investment seeks the highest total return over time consistent with an emphasis on both capital growth and income. The fund invests in a diversified portfolio of other T. Rowe Price stock and bond funds that represent various asset classes and sectors. Its allocation among T. Rowe Price mutual funds will change over time in relation to its target retirement date. The fund is managed based on the specific retirement year (target date 2020) included in its name and assumes a retirement age of 65.
The investment seeks the highest total return over time consistent with an emphasis on both capital growth and income. The fund invests in a diversified portfolio of other T. Rowe Price stock and bond mutual funds that represent various asset classes and sectors. Its allocation among T. Rowe Price mutual funds will change over time in relation to its target retirement date. The fund is managed based on the specific retirement year (target date 2030) included in its name and assumes a retirement age of 65.
The investment seeks the highest total return over time consistent with an emphasis on both capital growth and income. The fund invests in a diversified portfolio of other T. Rowe Price stock and bond mutual funds that represent various asset classes and sectors. Its allocation among T. Rowe Price mutual funds will change over time in relation to its target retirement date. The fund is managed based on the specific retirement year (target date 2040) included in its name and assumes a retirement age of 65.
The investment seeks long-term growth through a combination of capital appreciation and current income. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets (including any borrowings for investment purposes) in the equity securities of real estate companies. It is likely to maintain a significant portion of assets in real estate investment trusts (REITs). REITs pool money to invest in properties (equity REITs) or mortgages (mortgage REITs). The fund generally invests in equity REITs. It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks the highest total return over time consistent with an emphasis on both capital growth and income. The fund pursues its objective by investing in a diversified portfolio of other T. Rowe Price stock and bond mutual funds that represent various asset classes and sectors. It is managed based on the specific retirement year (target date 2005) included in its name and assumes a retirement age of 65.
The investment seeks the highest total return over time consistent with an emphasis on both capital growth and income. The fund invests in a diversified portfolio of other T. Rowe Price stock and bond mutual funds that represent various asset classes and sectors. Its allocation among T. Rowe Price mutual funds will change over time in relation to its target retirement date. The fund is managed based on the specific retirement year (target date 2015) included in its name and assumes a retirement age of 65.
The investment seeks the highest total return over time consistent with an emphasis on both capital growth and income. The fund invests in a diversified portfolio of other T. Rowe Price stock and bond funds that represent various asset classes and sectors. Its allocation among T. Rowe Price mutual funds will change over time in relation to its target retirement date. The fund is managed based on the specific retirement year (target date 2025) included in its name and assumes a retirement age of 65.
The investment seeks the highest total return over time consistent with an emphasis on both capital growth and income. The fund invests in a diversified portfolio of other T. Rowe Price stock and bond funds that represent various asset classes and sectors. It is intended for retired investors who seek income and relative stability from bonds along with some capital appreciation potential from stocks. The fund's "neutral allocations," which are what T. Rowe Price considers broadly appropriate for investors during their retirement years, are 40% stock funds and 60% bond funds.
The investment seeks the highest total return over time consistent with an emphasis on both capital growth and income. The fund invests in a diversified portfolio of other T. Rowe Price stock and bond mutual funds that represent various asset classes and sectors. Its allocation among T. Rowe Price mutual funds will change over time in relation to its target retirement date. The fund is managed based on the specific retirement year (target date 2035) included in its name and assumes a retirement age of 65.
The investment seeks the highest total return over time consistent with an emphasis on both capital growth and income. The fund invests in a diversified portfolio of other T. Rowe Price stock and bond mutual funds that represent various asset classes and sectors. Its allocation among T. Rowe Price mutual funds will change over time in relation to its target retirement date. The fund is managed based on the specific retirement year (target date 2045) included in its name and assumes a retirement age of 65.
The investment seeks the highest total return over time consistent with an emphasis on both capital growth and income. The fund invests in a diversified portfolio of other T. Rowe Price stock and bond mutual funds that represent various asset classes and sectors. Its allocation among T. Rowe Price mutual funds will change over time in relation to its target retirement date. The fund is managed based on the specific retirement year (target date 2050) included in its name and assumes a retirement age of 65.
The investment seeks the highest total return over time consistent with an emphasis on both capital growth and income. The fund invests in a diversified portfolio of other T. Rowe Price stock and bond mutual funds that represent various asset classes and sectors. Its allocation among T. Rowe Price mutual funds will change over time in relation to its target retirement date. The fund is managed based on the specific retirement year (target date 2055) included in its name and assumes a retirement age of 65.
The investment seeks to obtain a favorable long-term total return through both capital appreciation and current income, by investing primarily in equity securities of companies principally engaged in or related to the real estate industry. The fund invests at least 80% of its assets in the securities of companies that are principally engaged in or related to the real estate industry, including those that own significant real estate assets. It may invest up to 15% of its assets in real estate securities of foreign issuers and up to 20% of its assets in equity and debt securities of issuers that are not engaged in or related to the real estate industry.
The investment seeks to obtain a favorable long-term total return through both capital appreciation and current income, by investing primarily in equity securities of companies principally engaged in or related to the real estate industry. The fund invests at least 80% of its assets in the securities of companies that are principally engaged in or related to the real estate industry, including those that own significant real estate assets. It may invest up to 15% of its assets in real estate securities of foreign issuers and up to 20% of its assets in equity and debt securities of issuers that are not engaged in or related to the real estate industry.
The investment seeks long-term capital growth through investments in stocks. The fund will normally invest at least 80% of its net assets (including any borrowings for investment purposes) in the common stocks of a diversified group of growth companies. While most assets will typically be invested in U.S. common stocks, the fund may invest in foreign stocks in keeping with the fund's objective.
The investment seeks a favorable long-term total return that reflects the investment performance of the overall U.S. stock market while giving special consideration to certain ESG criteria. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in equity securities. The Advisor attempts to achieve the return of the U.S. stock market as represented by its benchmark, the Russell 3000 Index, while investing in companies whose activities are consistent with the fund's ESG criteria.
The investment seeks a favorable long-term total return, mainly through capital appreciation, primarily from equity securities of smaller domestic companies. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in small-cap equity securities. A small-cap equity security is a security within the capitalization range of the companies included in the fund's benchmark index, the Russell 2000 Index, at the time of purchase. It invests primarily in equity securities of smaller domestic companies across a wide range of sectors, growth rates and valuations.
The investment seeks the highest total return over time consistent with a primary emphasis on capital growth and a secondary emphasis on income. The fund invests in a diversified portfolio typically consisting of approximately 80% stocks; 16% bonds, money market securities, and cash reserves; and 4% alternative investments, including through hedge funds. Under normal conditions, its allocation to the broad asset classes will be within the following ranges: stocks (70-90%), bonds, money markets securities, and cash reserves (5-25%), and alternative investments (0-10%).
The investment seeks to maximize total return. The fund normally invests at least 80% of the fund's net assets (plus the amount of borrowings, if any, for investment purposes) in equity securities of issuers that are principally engaged in the real estate industry. Under normal market conditions, it invests at least 40% of its net assets (or, if conditions are not favorable, at least 30% of its net assets) in non-U.S. issuers directly or through depositary receipts. The sub-adviser may engage in frequent and active trading of fund investments. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of the fund's net assets (plus the amount of borrowings, if any, for investment purposes) in equity securities of small-capitalization companies. The advisor generally considers a small-capitalization company to be a company with a market capitalization within the range of the Russell 2000  Value Index at the time of initial purchase. The equity securities in which the fund invests are primarily common stocks of U.S. companies.
The investment seeks a favorable long-term total return, mainly through capital appreciation, by investing primarily in a portfolio of equity securities of large domestic companies selected to track U.S. equity markets based on a market index. The fund invests at least 80% of its assets in securities of its benchmark index, the S&P 500 Index. It buys most, but not necessarily all, of the stocks in its benchmark index, and the advisor will attempt to closely match the overall investment characteristics of the fund's benchmark index.
The investment seeks to provide long-term capital growth. The fund will normally invest at least 80% of its net assets (including any borrowings for investment purposes) in stocks of small companies. The advisor defines a small company as one whose market capitalization falls (i) within or below the current range of companies in either the Russell 2000 Index or the S&P SmallCap 600 Index or (ii) below the three-year average maximum market cap of companies in either index as of December 31 of the three preceding years. While most assets will typically be invested in U.S. common stocks, the fund may invest in foreign stocks in keeping with its objectives.
The investment seeks long-term capital growth and current income primarily through investments in non-U.S. stocks. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets (including any borrowings for investment purposes) in equity securities and invests at least 65% of its total assets in non-U.S. stocks, with an emphasis on large-capitalization stocks that have a strong track record of paying dividends or that are believed to be undervalued.
The investment seeks to provide long-term capital growth. The fund will normally invest at least 80% of its net assets (including any borrowings for investment purposes) in the stocks of large-cap U.S. companies. It defines a large-cap company as one whose market cap is larger than the median market cap of companies in the Russell 1000 Index. The fund uses fundamental, bottom-up research and takes a core approach to stock selection, which includes both growth and value styles of investing.
The investment seeks a favorable long-term total return, mainly through capital appreciation, primarily from equity securities of medium-sized domestic companies. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in mid-cap equity securities. The fund will invest primarily in equity securities of medium-sized domestic companies, as defined by the fund's benchmark index (the Russell Midcap Value Index) that the fund's investment adviser believes appear undervalued by the market based on an evaluation of their potential worth.
The investment seeks to provide long-term capital appreciation by investing in common stocks believed to be undervalued; income is a secondary objective. In taking a value approach to investment selection, at least 65% of the fund's total assets will normally be invested in common stocks that the portfolio manager regards as undervalued. The fund may purchase stocks issued by companies of any size, but typically focuses its investments on large-cap stocks.
The investment seeks a favorable long-term total return, mainly through capital appreciation, primarily from equity securities of medium-sized domestic companies. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in mid-cap equity securities. The fund will invest primarily in equity securities of medium-sized domestic companies, as defined by the fund's benchmark index (the Russell Midcap Value Index) that the fund's investment adviser believes appear undervalued by the market based on an evaluation of their potential worth.
The investment seeks a favorable long-term total return, mainly through capital appreciation, primarily from equity securities of medium-sized domestic companies. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in mid-cap equity securities. The fund will invest primarily in equity securities of medium-sized domestic companies, as defined by the fund's benchmark index (the Russell Midcap Value Index) that the fund's investment adviser believes appear undervalued by the market based on an evaluation of their potential worth.
The investment seeks maximum long-term total return. The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus the amount of borrowings, if any, for investment purposes) in equity securities of foreign companies representing at least three countries other than the United States. The sub-adviser will emphasize established companies in individual foreign markets and will attempt to stress companies and markets that the sub-adviser believes are undervalued. The fund will invest primarily in securities of companies domiciled in developed markets, but may invest up to 10% of its assets in securities of companies in emerging countries.
The investment seeks maximum long-term total return. The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus the amount of borrowings, if any, for investment purposes) in equity securities of foreign companies representing at least three countries other than the United States. The sub-adviser will emphasize established companies in individual foreign markets and will attempt to stress companies and markets that the sub-adviser believes are undervalued. The fund will invest primarily in securities of companies domiciled in developed markets, but may invest up to 10% of its assets in securities of companies in emerging countries.
The investment seeks maximum long-term total return. The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus the amount of borrowings, if any, for investment purposes) in equity securities of foreign companies representing at least three countries other than the United States. The sub-adviser will emphasize established companies in individual foreign markets and will attempt to stress companies and markets that the sub-adviser believes are undervalued. The fund will invest primarily in securities of companies domiciled in developed markets, but may invest up to 10% of its assets in securities of companies in emerging countries.
The investment seeks maximum long-term total return. The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus the amount of borrowings, if any, for investment purposes) in equity securities of foreign companies representing at least three countries other than the United States. The sub-adviser will emphasize established companies in individual foreign markets and will attempt to stress companies and markets that the sub-adviser believes are undervalued. The fund will invest primarily in securities of companies domiciled in developed markets, but may invest up to 10% of its assets in securities of companies in emerging countries.
The investment seeks maximum long-term total return. The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus the amount of borrowings, if any, for investment purposes) in equity securities of foreign companies representing at least three countries other than the United States. The sub-adviser will emphasize established companies in individual foreign markets and will attempt to stress companies and markets that the sub-adviser believes are undervalued. The fund will invest primarily in securities of companies domiciled in developed markets, but may invest up to 10% of its assets in securities of companies in emerging countries.
The investment seeks maximum long-term total return. The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus the amount of borrowings, if any, for investment purposes) in equity securities of foreign companies representing at least three countries other than the United States. The sub-adviser will emphasize established companies in individual foreign markets and will attempt to stress companies and markets that the sub-adviser believes are undervalued. The fund will invest primarily in securities of companies domiciled in developed markets, but may invest up to 10% of its assets in securities of companies in emerging countries.
The investment seeks to provide, consistent with prudent portfolio management, the highest level of income exempt from federal, New York state, and New York City income taxes by investing primarily in investment-grade New York municipal bonds. The fund will invest so that, under normal market conditions, at least 80% of its net assets (including any borrowings for investment purposes) are invested in bonds that pay interest exempt from federal, New York state, and New York City income taxes, and at least 80% of the fund's income is expected to be exempt from federal, New York state, and New York City income taxes. It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. Under normal circumstances, the fund will invest at least 80% of its net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) in equity securities of large capitalization issuers. Equity securities include, but are not limited to, common stocks, preferred stocks, and securities convertible into common stocks, rights and warrants. In addition, it may invest up to 20% of its assets in equity securities of foreign issuers through, but not limited to, American Depositary Receipts ("ADRs") or other depositary receipts. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks a high level of current income, consistent with preservation of capital, that is exempt from federal and California personal income taxes. The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets, plus amounts borrowed for investment purposes, in securities of any maturity exempt from federal and California personal income taxes. It may buy bonds of any maturity. The fund may engage in derivative transactions.
The investment seeks a favorable long-term total return, mainly through capital appreciation, primarily from equity securities of smaller domestic companies. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in small-cap equity securities. A small-cap equity security is a security within the capitalization range of the companies included in the fund's benchmark index, the Russell 2000 Index, at the time of purchase. It invests primarily in equity securities of smaller domestic companies across a wide range of sectors, growth rates and valuations.
The investment seeks to achieve long-term capital appreciation. The fund will invest at least 80% of its net assets, plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes, in equity securities of small-capitalization companies. It typically invests in common and preferred stocks of U.S. small-capitalization companies. The subadvisor generally considers a company to be a "small-capitalization" company if, at the time of purchase, the market capitalization is below $3 billion or otherwise within the range of capitalizations of companies in the Russell 2000 Index.
The investment seeks to achieve long-term capital appreciation. The fund will invest at least 80% of its net assets, plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes, in equity securities of small-capitalization companies. It typically invests in common and preferred stocks of U.S. small-capitalization companies. The subadvisor generally considers a company to be a "small-capitalization" company if, at the time of purchase, the market capitalization is below $3 billion or otherwise within the range of capitalizations of companies in the Russell 2000 Index.
The investment seeks long-term capital growth. The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus the amount of any borrowing for investment purposes) in equity securities of small companies. The Adviser focuses mainly in the equity securities of smaller U.S. companies which have market capitalizations equivalent to those companies included in widely known indices such as the Russell 2000 Index, S&P SmallCap 600 Index, or the small company market capitalization classifications published by Lipper, Inc.
The investment seeks a favorable long-term total return, mainly through capital appreciation, primarily from equity securities of smaller domestic companies. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in small-cap equity securities. A small-cap equity security is a security within the capitalization range of the companies included in the fund's benchmark index, the Russell 2000 Index, at the time of purchase. It invests primarily in equity securities of smaller domestic companies across a wide range of sectors, growth rates and valuations.
The investment seeks maximum total return consistent with the preservation of capital. The fund invests, under normal market conditions, at least 80% of its assets in fixed-income securities. It invests in a diversified portfolio of securities of different maturities including U.S. Treasury securities, U.S. government agency securities, securities of U.S. government-sponsored enterprises, corporate bonds (including those of foreign issuers), mortgage-backed securities, commercial mortgage-backed securities, asset-backed securities, municipal bonds and cash equivalent securities including repurchase agreements, commercial paper and variable rate demand notes.
The investment seeks maximum total return consistent with the preservation of capital. The fund invests, under normal market conditions, at least 80% of its assets in fixed-income securities. It invests in a diversified portfolio of securities of different maturities including U.S. Treasury securities, U.S. government agency securities, securities of U.S. government-sponsored enterprises, corporate bonds (including those of foreign issuers), mortgage-backed securities, commercial mortgage-backed securities, asset-backed securities, municipal bonds and cash equivalent securities including repurchase agreements, commercial paper and variable rate demand notes.
The investment seeks maximum total return consistent with the preservation of capital. The fund invests, under normal market conditions, at least 80% of its assets in fixed-income securities. It invests in a diversified portfolio of securities of different maturities including U.S. Treasury securities, U.S. government agency securities, securities of U.S. government-sponsored enterprises, corporate bonds (including those of foreign issuers), mortgage-backed securities, commercial mortgage-backed securities, asset-backed securities, municipal bonds and cash equivalent securities including repurchase agreements, commercial paper and variable rate demand notes.
The investment seeks maximum total return consistent with the preservation of capital. The fund invests, under normal market conditions, at least 80% of its assets in fixed-income securities. It invests in a diversified portfolio of securities of different maturities including U.S. Treasury securities, U.S. government agency securities, securities of U.S. government-sponsored enterprises, corporate bonds (including those of foreign issuers), mortgage-backed securities, commercial mortgage-backed securities, asset-backed securities, municipal bonds and cash equivalent securities including repurchase agreements, commercial paper and variable rate demand notes.
The investment seeks to achieve long-term capital appreciation; current income is a secondary objective. The fund normally invests in a focused group of approximately 20 to 25 common stocks issued primarily by small to mid-sized U.S. companies that the fund's managers believe represent the best equity investment opportunities identified by the portfolio managers. It may invest up to 25% of its net assets in non-U.S. securities, including in ADRs, in both developed and emerging markets.
The investment seeks capital appreciation. The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets (including borrowings for investment purposes) in common stocks of small capitalization U.S. companies. A small capitalization company has a market capitalization within the range of market capitalization represented in the Russell 2000  Index, the S&P SmallCap 600 Index, or the Dow Jones U.S. Small Cap Total Stock Market Index at the time of purchase. The size of the companies in these indices will change with market conditions. The fund will hold securities of approximately 30 to 40 companies. It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks capital appreciation. The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets (including borrowings for investment purposes) in common stocks of small capitalization U.S. companies. A small capitalization company has a market capitalization within the range of market capitalization represented in the Russell 2000  Index, the S&P SmallCap 600 Index, or the Dow Jones U.S. Small Cap Total Stock Market Index at the time of purchase. The size of the companies in these indices will change with market conditions. The fund will hold securities of approximately 30 to 40 companies. It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks capital appreciation. The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets (including borrowings for investment purposes) in common stocks of small capitalization U.S. companies. A small capitalization company has a market capitalization within the range of market capitalization represented in the Russell 2000  Index, the S&P SmallCap 600 Index, or the Dow Jones U.S. Small Cap Total Stock Market Index at the time of purchase. The size of the companies in these indices will change with market conditions. The fund will hold securities of approximately 30 to 40 companies. It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks capital appreciation. The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets (including borrowings for investment purposes) in common stocks of small capitalization U.S. companies. A small capitalization company has a market capitalization within the range of market capitalization represented in the Russell 2000  Index, the S&P SmallCap 600 Index, or the Dow Jones U.S. Small Cap Total Stock Market Index at the time of purchase. The size of the companies in these indices will change with market conditions. The fund will hold securities of approximately 30 to 40 companies. It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks to generate medium to high levels of long-term capital growth. The fund normally invests at least 75% of its total assets in the traditional funds. The advisor will determine the specific asset allocation program on a continuous basis, based on its forecast of the overall market. On each day that the fund is open for business, the advisor will review the asset allocation program and reallocate, as necessary, and will reallocate for any new underlying funds in which the fund may elect to invest.
The investment seeks to generate medium to high levels of long-term capital growth. The fund normally invests at least 75% of its total assets in the traditional funds. The advisor will determine the specific asset allocation program on a continuous basis, based on its forecast of the overall market. On each day that the fund is open for business, the advisor will review the asset allocation program and reallocate, as necessary, and will reallocate for any new underlying funds in which the fund may elect to invest.
The investment seeks a high level of current income consistent with preservation of capital; maintaining a stable share price is a secondary goal. Under normal market conditions, the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) in obligations issued or guaranteed by the U.S. government and its agencies, authorities, or instrumentalities (U.S. government securities). It may invest up to 10% of its total assets in below-investment-grade fixed-income securities (junk bonds) rated Ba and below by Moody's Investors Service, Inc. (Moody's) or BB and below by Standard & Poor's Ratings Services (S&P).
The investment seeks capital appreciation. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus the amount of any borrowing for investment purposes) in the equity securities of small-mid capitalization companies or in other investments with similar economic characteristics. It defines small-mid cap companies as companies with market caps not exceeding the highest month-end market cap value of any stock in the Russell 2500 or Russell Mid Cap Index for the previous 12 months, whichever is greater. The fund may invest up to 10% of its assets in the securities of foreign issuers that are not traded on a U.S. exchange or the U.S. over-the-counter market.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) in equity securities of large-capitalization companies. It may invest up to 20% of its assets in bonds of any maturity, including up to 15% of net assets in below investment grade bonds (i.e., junk bonds) rated as low as CC by Standard & Poor's Ratings Services or Ca by Moody's Investors' Service, Inc. and their unrated equivalents. The fund may invest up to 35% of its assets in foreign securities and may trade securities actively.
The investment seeks to provide a high level of income and preservation of capital. The fund invests in a combination of Transamerica Funds ("underlying funds"). It may allocate assets within the following parameters: 89.8% of assets in bond funds, 10% in stock funds, and 0.2% in a money-market fund.
The investment seeks to provide a high level of income and preservation of capital. The fund invests in a combination of Transamerica Funds ("underlying funds"). It may allocate assets within the following parameters: 89.8% of assets in bond funds, 10% in stock funds, and 0.2% in a money-market fund.
The investment seeks a high level of current income that is largely exempt from federal income tax, consistent with the preservation of capital. Under normal market conditions, the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets, plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes, in municipal bonds. It will not invest more than 5% of its total assets in securities rated lower than B. The fund may invest heavily in bonds from any given state or region.
The investment seeks high current income; capital appreciation is a secondary goal. Under normal market conditions, the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) in U.S. and foreign fixed-income securities rated BBu002FBa or lower and their unrated equivalents. No more than 10% of the fund's total assets may be invested in securities that are rated in default by S&P or Moody's. It may hold up to 20% of its total assets in the securities of companies in any one industry and up to 10% of its total assets in the securities of any individual issuer. The fund typically invests in a broad range of industries.
The investment seeks a high level of current income, while long-term capital appreciation is a secondary consideration. The fund pursues its investment goals by investing in a broad range of income-producing investments from throughout the world, primarily including debt obligations. The manager expects, under normal conditions, to invest a majority of its assets in the debt obligations. The fund also may invest in derivative instruments to the extent Thornburg believes such investments may assist the fund in pursuing its investment goal.
The investment seeks a high level of current income, while long-term capital appreciation is a secondary consideration. The fund pursues its investment goals by investing in a broad range of income-producing investments from throughout the world, primarily including debt obligations. The manager expects, under normal conditions, to invest a majority of its assets in the debt obligations. The fund also may invest in derivative instruments to the extent Thornburg believes such investments may assist the fund in pursuing its investment goal.
The investment seeks a high level of current income, while long-term capital appreciation is a secondary consideration. The fund pursues its investment goals by investing in a broad range of income-producing investments from throughout the world, primarily including debt obligations. The manager expects, under normal conditions, to invest a majority of its assets in the debt obligations. The fund also may invest in derivative instruments to the extent Thornburg believes such investments may assist the fund in pursuing its investment goal.
The investment seeks a high level of current income, while long-term capital appreciation is a secondary consideration. The fund pursues its investment goals by investing in a broad range of income-producing investments from throughout the world, primarily including debt obligations. The manager expects, under normal conditions, to invest a majority of its assets in the debt obligations. The fund also may invest in derivative instruments to the extent Thornburg believes such investments may assist the fund in pursuing its investment goal.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of the fund's net assets (plus the amount of borrowings, if any, for investment purposes) in equity securities of small-capitalization companies. The advisor generally considers a small-capitalization company to be a company with a market capitalization within the range of the Russell 2000  Value Index at the time of initial purchase. The equity securities in which the fund invests are primarily common stocks of U.S. companies.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of the fund's net assets (plus the amount of borrowings, if any, for investment purposes) in equity securities of small-capitalization companies. The advisor generally considers a small-capitalization company to be a company with a market capitalization within the range of the Russell 2000  Value Index at the time of initial purchase. The equity securities in which the fund invests are primarily common stocks of U.S. companies.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of the fund's net assets (plus the amount of borrowings, if any, for investment purposes) in equity securities of small-capitalization companies. The advisor generally considers a small-capitalization company to be a company with a market capitalization within the range of the Russell 2000  Value Index at the time of initial purchase. The equity securities in which the fund invests are primarily common stocks of U.S. companies.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of the fund's net assets (plus the amount of borrowings, if any, for investment purposes) in equity securities of small-capitalization companies. The advisor generally considers a small-capitalization company to be a company with a market capitalization within the range of the Russell 2000  Value Index at the time of initial purchase. The equity securities in which the fund invests are primarily common stocks of U.S. companies.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of the fund's net assets (plus the amount of borrowings, if any, for investment purposes) in equity securities of small-capitalization companies. The advisor generally considers a small-capitalization company to be a company with a market capitalization within the range of the Russell 2000  Value Index at the time of initial purchase. The equity securities in which the fund invests are primarily common stocks of U.S. companies.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of the fund's net assets (plus the amount of borrowings, if any, for investment purposes) in equity securities of small-capitalization companies. The advisor generally considers a small-capitalization company to be a company with a market capitalization within the range of the Russell 2000  Value Index at the time of initial purchase. The equity securities in which the fund invests are primarily common stocks of U.S. companies.
The investment seeks to provide investors with capital appreciation. The fund is a "fund-of-funds," which seeks to achieve its investment goal by primarily investing in a diversified portfolio of underlying equity and fixed-income funds. These underlying funds, in turn, invest in a variety of U.S. and foreign equity and fixed-income securities (although a portion of its assets may be invested in cash, cash equivalents, or in money market funds).
The investment seeks as high a level of interest income exempt from federal income tax as is consistent with preservation of capital. The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets, plus amounts borrowed for investment purposes, in tax-exempt bonds of any maturity. It may invest up to 35% of its net assets in junk bonds rated BB or B by S&P or Fitch or Ba or B by Moody's or their unrated equivalents. The fund may buy bonds of any maturity. It may invest heavily in bonds from any given state or region, and currently has substantial investments in obligations of certain states and their agencies, instrumentalities, andu002For political subdivisions.
The investment seeks to provide investors with capital appreciation. The fund is a "fund-of-funds," which seeks to achieve its investment goal by primarily investing in a diversified portfolio of underlying equity and fixed-income funds. These underlying funds, in turn, invest in a variety of U.S. and foreign equity and fixed-income securities (although a portion of its assets may be invested in cash, cash equivalents, or in money market funds).
The investment seeks maximum total return. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus the amount of borrowings, if any, for investment purposes) in small- and mid-cap equity securities (U.S. equity securities, ADRs and foreign securities trading on U.S. markets). In the small-cap sleeve, the sub-adviser generally will invest in common stocks of companies with small capitalizations that are attractively valued and possess low price cash flow ratios or, in the case of certain financial stocks, low priceu002Fearnings ratios andu002For low priceu002Fbook ratios. The fund may invest up to 10% of its total assets in the securities of foreign issuers.
The investment seeks to provide investors with capital appreciation. The fund is a "fund-of-funds," which seeks to achieve its investment goal by primarily investing in a diversified portfolio of underlying equity and fixed-income funds. These underlying funds, in turn, invest in a variety of U.S. and foreign equity and fixed-income securities (although a portion of its assets may be invested in cash, cash equivalents, or in money market funds).
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests, under normal market conditions, at least 80% of its assets in common stocks of U.S. companies that the sub-advisor, Sands Capital Management, LLC, believes have above-average potential for revenue or earnings growth. It emphasizes investments in large capitalization growth companies. The weighted-average market capitalization of these companies is generally in excess of $25 billion, and the fund generally does not invest in companies that have a market capitalization of less than $2 billion. The fund will typically own between 25 and 35 companies. It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests, under normal market conditions, at least 80% of its assets in common stocks of U.S. companies that the sub-advisor, Sands Capital Management, LLC, believes have above-average potential for revenue or earnings growth. It emphasizes investments in large capitalization growth companies. The weighted-average market capitalization of these companies is generally in excess of $25 billion, and the fund generally does not invest in companies that have a market capitalization of less than $2 billion. The fund will typically own between 25 and 35 companies. It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund will normally invest at least 80% of its net assets (including any borrowings for investment purposes) in the common stocks of companies expected to benefit from the development and use of science andu002For technology. While most assets will typically be invested in U.S. common stocks, the fund may invest in foreign stocks, including issuers in emerging markets, in keeping with the fund's objective. It may sell securities for a variety of reasons, such as to secure gains, limit losses, or redeploy assets into more promising opportunities. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks to achieve long-term capital appreciation. The fund will invest at least 80% of its net assets, plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes, in equity securities of small-capitalization companies. It typically invests in common and preferred stocks of U.S. small-capitalization companies. The subadvisor generally considers a company to be a "small-capitalization" company if, at the time of purchase, the market capitalization is below $3 billion or otherwise within the range of capitalizations of companies in the Russell 2000 Index.
The investment seeks a high level of current income, while long-term capital appreciation is a secondary consideration. The fund pursues its investment goals by investing in a broad range of income-producing investments from throughout the world, primarily including debt obligations. The manager expects, under normal conditions, to invest a majority of its assets in the debt obligations. The fund also may invest in derivative instruments to the extent Thornburg believes such investments may assist the fund in pursuing its investment goal.
The investment seeks a favorable long-term total return, mainly through capital appreciation, primarily from equity securities of smaller domestic companies. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in small-cap equity securities. A small-cap equity security is a security within the capitalization range of the companies included in the fund's benchmark index, the Russell 2000 Index, at the time of purchase. It invests primarily in equity securities of smaller domestic companies across a wide range of sectors, growth rates and valuations.
The investment seeks a high level of current income, while long-term capital appreciation is a secondary consideration. The fund pursues its investment goals by investing in a broad range of income-producing investments from throughout the world, primarily including debt obligations. The manager expects, under normal conditions, to invest a majority of its assets in the debt obligations. The fund also may invest in derivative instruments to the extent Thornburg believes such investments may assist the fund in pursuing its investment goal.
The investment seeks a high level of current income, while long-term capital appreciation is a secondary consideration. The fund pursues its investment goals by investing in a broad range of income-producing investments from throughout the world, primarily including debt obligations. The manager expects, under normal conditions, to invest a majority of its assets in the debt obligations. The fund also may invest in derivative instruments to the extent Thornburg believes such investments may assist the fund in pursuing its investment goal.
The investment seeks a high level of current income exempt from federal individual income tax. The fund invests principally in a portfolio of municipal obligations issued by states and state agencies, local governments and their agencies, and by United States territories and possessions. It invests in obligations and participations in obligations of any credit quality. The fund may invest in municipal obligations of any maturity, but seeks to maintain a portfolio of investments having a dollar-weighted average effective duration of normally one to ten years.
The investment seeks a high level of current income exempt from federal individual income tax. The fund invests principally in a portfolio of municipal obligations issued by states and state agencies, local governments and their agencies, and by United States territories and possessions. It invests in obligations and participations in obligations of any credit quality. The fund may invest in municipal obligations of any maturity, but seeks to maintain a portfolio of investments having a dollar-weighted average effective duration of normally one to ten years.
The investment seeks a high level of current income exempt from federal individual income tax. The fund invests principally in a portfolio of municipal obligations issued by states and state agencies, local governments and their agencies, and by United States territories and possessions. It invests in obligations and participations in obligations of any credit quality. The fund may invest in municipal obligations of any maturity, but seeks to maintain a portfolio of investments having a dollar-weighted average effective duration of normally one to ten years.
The investment seeks to match the performance of the S&P 500. The fund invests in securities through an underlying master fund having the same investment goals and strategies. It invests approximately the same percentage of its assets in each stock as the stock represents in the S&P 500 Index. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 90% of its net assets (plus the amount of borrowings, if any, for investment purposes) in securities comprising the S&P 500 Index.
The investment seeks a high level of income consistent with minimal fluctuation in principal value and liquidity. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus the amount of borrowings, if any, for investment purposes) in fixed-income securities. The fund's portfolio weighted average duration will typically range from 1 to 2.5 years. The manager expects to typically invest no more than 10% of its net assets, but may invest up to 20% of its net assets, in high-yield debt securities (commonly known as "junk bonds").
The investment seeks current income. The fund invests at least 80% of its assets in U.S. Treasury and agency securities and investment-grade fixed-income investments with an average maturity or average lives of less than 5 years. It primarily invests in a broad range of investment-grade bonds and fixed-income securities, including, but not limited to, U.S. government securities, corporate bonds and mortgage-backed and other asset-backed securities.
The investment seeks to match the performance of the S&P 500. The fund invests in securities through an underlying master fund having the same investment goals and strategies. It invests approximately the same percentage of its assets in each stock as the stock represents in the S&P 500 Index. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 90% of its net assets (plus the amount of borrowings, if any, for investment purposes) in securities comprising the S&P 500 Index.
The investment seeks a high level of current income consistent with preservation of capital and maintenance of liquidity. Under normal market conditions, the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) in investment-grade bonds (securities rated from AAA to BBB). These may include, but are not limited to, corporate bonds and debentures, mortgage-backed and asset-backed securities, U.S. government and agency securities, and U.S. dollar-denominated securities of foreign governments and corporations.
The investment seeks above-average capital appreciation. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its investable assets in equity and equity-related securities of small-cap companies. The subadviser considers small-cap companies to be companies with market capitalizations within the market cap range of companies included in the Russell 2000 Index or the S&P SmallCap 600 Index. Most assets will typically be invested in U.S. equity and equity-related securities, including up to 25% of total assets in real estate investment trusts (REITs).
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital, with a secondary objective of current income. The fund seeks to achieve its investment objective by primarily investing at least 80% of its total assets in U.S. stocks with market capitalizations that fall within the range of companies included in the Russell 2000 Index (the "index"). It invests using a value investing style. Value funds typically emphasize stocks whose prices are below average in relation to such measures as earnings and book value; these stocks often have above-average dividend yields.
The investment seeks maximum total return. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus the amount of borrowings, if any, for investment purposes) in small- and mid-cap equity securities (U.S. equity securities, ADRs and foreign securities trading on U.S. markets). In the small-cap sleeve, the sub-adviser generally will invest in common stocks of companies with small capitalizations that are attractively valued and possess low price cash flow ratios or, in the case of certain financial stocks, low priceu002Fearnings ratios andu002For low priceu002Fbook ratios. The fund may invest up to 10% of its total assets in the securities of foreign issuers.
The investment seeks above-average capital appreciation. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its investable assets in equity and equity-related securities of small-cap companies. The subadviser considers small-cap companies to be companies with market capitalizations within the market cap range of companies included in the Russell 2000 Index or the S&P SmallCap 600 Index. Most assets will typically be invested in U.S. equity and equity-related securities, including up to 25% of total assets in real estate investment trusts (REITs).
The investment seeks above-average capital appreciation. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its investable assets in equity and equity-related securities of small-cap companies. The subadviser considers small-cap companies to be companies with market capitalizations within the market cap range of companies included in the Russell 2000 Index or the S&P SmallCap 600 Index. Most assets will typically be invested in U.S. equity and equity-related securities, including up to 25% of total assets in real estate investment trusts (REITs).
The investment seeks maximum long-term total return, consistent with reasonable risk to principal, by investing in a diversified portfolio of common stocks of relatively large companies. Under normal circumstances, the fund seeks to achieve its investment objective by investing at least 80% of its net assets, plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes, in equity securities. The fund will generally invest in a diversified portfolio of common stocks of companies that are relatively large in terms of revenues and assets.
The investment seeks maximum long-term total return. The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus the amount of borrowings, if any, for investment purposes) in equity securities of foreign companies representing at least three countries other than the United States. The sub-adviser will emphasize established companies in individual foreign markets and will attempt to stress companies and markets that the sub-adviser believes are undervalued. The fund will invest primarily in securities of companies domiciled in developed markets, but may invest up to 10% of its assets in securities of companies in emerging countries.
The investment seeks maximum total return consistent with the preservation of capital. The fund invests, under normal market conditions, at least 80% of its assets in fixed-income securities. It invests in a diversified portfolio of securities of different maturities including U.S. Treasury securities, U.S. government agency securities, securities of U.S. government-sponsored enterprises, corporate bonds (including those of foreign issuers), mortgage-backed securities, commercial mortgage-backed securities, asset-backed securities, municipal bonds and cash equivalent securities including repurchase agreements, commercial paper and variable rate demand notes.
The investment seeks high total return over time through a combination of capital appreciation and income. The fund is a "fund of funds" that invests in Class W shares of other funds of the Trust and in other investment pools or investment products. Advisors currently expects to allocate approximately 88.20% of the fund's assets to equity underlying funds, 6.80% of its assets to fixed-income underlying funds and 5.00% of its assets to direct real estate underlying funds. Target allocations will change over time and actual allocations may vary up to ten percentage points from the targets.
The investment seeks high total return over time through a combination of capital appreciation and income. The fund is a "fund of funds" that invests in Class W shares of other funds of the Trust and in other investment pools or investment products. Advisors currently expects to allocate approximately 88.20% of the fund's assets to equity underlying funds, 6.80% of its assets to fixed-income underlying funds and 5.00% of its assets to direct real estate underlying funds. Target allocations will change over time and actual allocations may vary up to ten percentage points from the targets.
The investment seeks high total return over time through a combination of capital appreciation and income. The fund is a "fund of funds" that invests in Class W shares of other funds of the Trust and in other investment pools or investment products. Advisors currently expects to allocate approximately 88.20% of the fund's assets to equity underlying funds, 6.80% of its assets to fixed-income underlying funds and 5.00% of its assets to direct real estate underlying funds. Target allocations will change over time and actual allocations may vary up to ten percentage points from the targets.
The investment seeks high total return over time through a combination of capital appreciation and income. The fund is a "fund of funds" that invests in Class W shares of other funds of the Trust and in other investment pools or investment products. Advisors currently expects to allocate approximately 88.20% of the fund's assets to equity underlying funds, 6.80% of its assets to fixed-income underlying funds and 5.00% of its assets to direct real estate underlying funds. Target allocations will change over time and actual allocations may vary up to ten percentage points from the targets.
The investment seeks to provide long-term capital growth. The fund will normally invest at least 80% of its net assets (including any borrowings for investment purposes) in securities of communications and technology companies. The portfolio manager may use both growth and value approaches to stock selection. The fund's portfolio may hold stocks of either U.S. or non-U.S. companies, and may at times consist of a relatively small number of holdings. It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks total investment return consisting of a combination of interest income, capital appreciation, and currency gains. Under normal market conditions, the fund invests primarily in fixed and floating rate debt securities and debt obligations (including convertible bonds) of governments, government agencies and government-related or corporate issuers worldwide (collectively, "bonds"). Bonds may be denominated and issued in the local currency or in another currency. Bonds include debt securities of any maturity, such as bonds, notes, bills and debentures. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks total investment return consisting of a combination of interest income, capital appreciation, and currency gains. Under normal market conditions, the fund invests primarily in fixed and floating rate debt securities and debt obligations (including convertible bonds) of governments, government agencies and government-related or corporate issuers worldwide (collectively, "bonds"). Bonds may be denominated and issued in the local currency or in another currency. Bonds include debt securities of any maturity, such as bonds, notes, bills and debentures. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks to provide, consistent with modest price fluctuation, a high level of income exempt from federal income taxes by investing primarily in short- and intermediate-term investment-grade municipal securities. The fund invests primarily in short-term municipal securities (maturities of less than three years) and intermediate-term municipal securities (maturities between three and ten years). Its weighted average maturity normally ranges from two to five years and is not expected to exceed five years.
The investment seeks to provide a high and stable level of income exempt from federal and Tennessee state taxes derived from Tennessee municipal securities without incurring undue risk to principal. The fund's assets will be invested so that at least 80% of the income will be exempt from Federal and Tennessee income taxes or it will have at least 80% of its net assets invested in securities exempt from Federal and Tennessee income taxes. It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation; current income is the secondary consideration. The fund invests primarily in domestic equity securities (primarily common stocks) selected on a value basis. It may own a variety of securities, including foreign equity securities and foreign and domestic debt obligations. The fund invests in promising companies, and may invest in stocks that reflect unfavorable market perceptions of the company or industry fundamentals. It may invest in companies of any size, but invests primarily in the large and middle capitalization range of publicly traded companies.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation; current income is the secondary consideration. The fund invests primarily in domestic equity securities (primarily common stocks) selected on a value basis. It may own a variety of securities, including foreign equity securities and foreign and domestic debt obligations. The fund invests in promising companies, and may invest in stocks that reflect unfavorable market perceptions of the company or industry fundamentals. It may invest in companies of any size, but invests primarily in the large and middle capitalization range of publicly traded companies.
The investment seeks to provide investment results that, before fees and expenses, correspond generally to the total return performance of the Guggenheim RBP Large-Cap Defensive IndexSM. The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets, plus the amount of borrowings for investment purposes, in securities of large-capitalization companies that comprise the index at the time of initial purchase. The index consists of common stock of companies, and units of beneficial ownership in real estate investment trusts ("REITs"), in the Dow Jones U.S. Large-Cap Total Stock Market Index SM.
The investment seeks to provide investment results that, before fees and expenses, correspond generally to the total return performance of the Guggenheim RBP Large-Cap Defensive IndexSM. The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets, plus the amount of borrowings for investment purposes, in securities of large-capitalization companies that comprise the index at the time of initial purchase. The index consists of common stock of companies, and units of beneficial ownership in real estate investment trusts ("REITs"), in the Dow Jones U.S. Large-Cap Total Stock Market Index SM.
The investment seeks to provide investment results that, before fees and expenses, correspond generally to the total return performance of the Guggenheim RBP Large-Cap Defensive IndexSM. The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets, plus the amount of borrowings for investment purposes, in securities of large-capitalization companies that comprise the index at the time of initial purchase. The index consists of common stock of companies, and units of beneficial ownership in real estate investment trusts ("REITs"), in the Dow Jones U.S. Large-Cap Total Stock Market Index SM.
The investment seeks to provide investment results that, before fees and expenses, correspond generally to the total return performance of the Guggenheim RBP Large-Cap Market IndexSM. The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets, plus the amount of borrowings for investment purposes, in securities of large-capitalization companies that comprise the index at the time of initial purchase. The index consists of common stock of companies, and units of beneficial ownership in real estate investment trusts ("REITs"), in the Dow Jones U.S. Large-Cap Total Stock Market Index SM.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund seeks to achieve its objective mainly by acquiring common stocks of well-financed companies (meaning companies with high quality assets and conservative levels of liabilities) at a discount to what the Adviser believes is their intrinsic value. It may invest in companies of any market capitalization and across all industries. The fund may also acquire senior securities, such as convertible securities, preferred stocks and debt instruments, that the Adviser believes are undervalued. It also invests in both domestic and foreign securities.
The investment seeks to provide investment results that, before fees and expenses, correspond generally to the total return performance of the Guggenheim RBP Large-Cap Defensive IndexSM. The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets, plus the amount of borrowings for investment purposes, in securities of large-capitalization companies that comprise the index at the time of initial purchase. The index consists of common stock of companies, and units of beneficial ownership in real estate investment trusts ("REITs"), in the Dow Jones U.S. Large-Cap Total Stock Market Index SM.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation; current income is the secondary consideration. The fund invests primarily in domestic equity securities (primarily common stocks) selected on a value basis. It may own a variety of securities, including foreign equity securities and foreign and domestic debt obligations. The fund invests in promising companies, and may invest in stocks that reflect unfavorable market perceptions of the company or industry fundamentals. It may invest in companies of any size, but invests primarily in the large and middle capitalization range of publicly traded companies.
The investment seeks to provide investment results that, before fees and expenses, correspond generally to the total return performance of the Guggenheim RBP Large-Cap Market IndexSM. The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets, plus the amount of borrowings for investment purposes, in securities of large-capitalization companies that comprise the index at the time of initial purchase. The index consists of common stock of companies, and units of beneficial ownership in real estate investment trusts ("REITs"), in the Dow Jones U.S. Large-Cap Total Stock Market Index SM.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation; current income is the secondary consideration. The fund invests primarily in domestic equity securities (primarily common stocks) selected on a value basis. It may own a variety of securities, including foreign equity securities and foreign and domestic debt obligations. The fund invests in promising companies, and may invest in stocks that reflect unfavorable market perceptions of the company or industry fundamentals. It may invest in companies of any size, but invests primarily in the large and middle capitalization range of publicly traded companies.
The investment seeks to provide investors with long-term capital growth. The fund normally invests in equity securities of large- and mid-cap companies (generally, companies with market capitalizations of approximately $2.5 billion or higher) that the fund's sub-advisor believes are undervalued. As part of this strategy, the fund may invest up to 15% of its assets in foreign equity securities. Equity securities include common and preferred stocks and depositary receipts.
The investment seeks to provide investors with long-term capital growth. The fund normally invests in equity securities of large- and mid-cap companies (generally, companies with market capitalizations of approximately $2.5 billion or higher) that the fund's sub-advisor believes are undervalued. As part of this strategy, the fund may invest up to 15% of its assets in foreign equity securities. Equity securities include common and preferred stocks and depositary receipts.
The investment seeks to provide investors with long-term capital growth. The fund normally invests in equity securities of large- and mid-cap companies (generally, companies with market capitalizations of approximately $2.5 billion or higher) that the fund's sub-advisor believes are undervalued. As part of this strategy, the fund may invest up to 15% of its assets in foreign equity securities. Equity securities include common and preferred stocks and depositary receipts.
The investment seeks to provide investors with long-term capital growth. The fund normally invests in equity securities of large- and mid-cap companies (generally, companies with market capitalizations of approximately $2.5 billion or higher) that the fund's sub-advisor believes are undervalued. As part of this strategy, the fund may invest up to 15% of its assets in foreign equity securities. Equity securities include common and preferred stocks and depositary receipts.
The investment seeks to provide investment results that, before fees and expenses, correspond generally to the total return performance of the Guggenheim RBP Large-Cap Market IndexSM. The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets, plus the amount of borrowings for investment purposes, in securities of large-capitalization companies that comprise the index at the time of initial purchase. The index consists of common stock of companies, and units of beneficial ownership in real estate investment trusts ("REITs"), in the Dow Jones U.S. Large-Cap Total Stock Market Index SM.
The investment seeks to provide investment results that, before fees and expenses, correspond generally to the total return performance of the Guggenheim RBP Large-Cap Market IndexSM. The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets, plus the amount of borrowings for investment purposes, in securities of large-capitalization companies that comprise the index at the time of initial purchase. The index consists of common stock of companies, and units of beneficial ownership in real estate investment trusts ("REITs"), in the Dow Jones U.S. Large-Cap Total Stock Market Index SM.
The investment seeks long-term capital growth. The fund invests, under normal market conditions, at least 80% of its assets in common stocks of companies with small market capitalizations. For purposes of the fund, a small capitalization company has a market capitalization at the time of purchase within the range represented in the Russell 2000  Value Index at the time of purchase. The market capitalization range of the Russell 2000  Value Index will change with market conditions. The fund will hold approximately 80 to 115 securities.
The investment seeks long-term capital growth. The fund invests, under normal market conditions, at least 80% of its assets in common stocks of companies with small market capitalizations. For purposes of the fund, a small capitalization company has a market capitalization at the time of purchase within the range represented in the Russell 2000  Value Index at the time of purchase. The market capitalization range of the Russell 2000  Value Index will change with market conditions. The fund will hold approximately 80 to 115 securities.
The investment seeks long-term capital growth. The fund invests, under normal market conditions, at least 80% of its assets in common stocks of companies with small market capitalizations. For purposes of the fund, a small capitalization company has a market capitalization at the time of purchase within the range represented in the Russell 2000  Value Index at the time of purchase. The market capitalization range of the Russell 2000  Value Index will change with market conditions. The fund will hold approximately 80 to 115 securities.
The investment seeks long-term capital growth. The fund invests, under normal market conditions, at least 80% of its assets in common stocks of companies with small market capitalizations. For purposes of the fund, a small capitalization company has a market capitalization at the time of purchase within the range represented in the Russell 2000  Value Index at the time of purchase. The market capitalization range of the Russell 2000  Value Index will change with market conditions. The fund will hold approximately 80 to 115 securities.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation; current income is the secondary consideration. The fund invests primarily in domestic equity securities (primarily common stocks) selected on a value basis. It may own a variety of securities, including foreign equity securities and foreign and domestic debt obligations. The fund invests in promising companies, and may invest in stocks that reflect unfavorable market perceptions of the company or industry fundamentals. It may invest in companies of any size, but invests primarily in the large and middle capitalization range of publicly traded companies.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation; current income is the secondary consideration. The fund invests primarily in domestic equity securities (primarily common stocks) selected on a value basis. It may own a variety of securities, including foreign equity securities and foreign and domestic debt obligations. The fund invests in promising companies, and may invest in stocks that reflect unfavorable market perceptions of the company or industry fundamentals. It may invest in companies of any size, but invests primarily in the large and middle capitalization range of publicly traded companies.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund seeks to achieve its objective primarily by investing in equity securities, including common stocks and convertible securities, of well-financed real estate and real estate-related companies, or in companies which own significant real estate assets or derive a significant portion of gross revenues or net profits from real estate-related companies at the time of investment. Under normal circumstances, at least 80% of the fund's net assets (plus the amount of any borrowing for investment purposes) will be invested in securities of real estate and real estate-related companies.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund seeks to achieve its objective by acquiring equity securities, including common stocks and convertible securities, of well-financed small companies at a discount to what the Adviser believes is their intrinsic value. The advisor expects to invest at least 80% of its net assets (plus the amount of any borrowing for investment purposes) in securities of companies that are considered small. It also invests in both domestic and foreign securities.
The investment seeks long-term capital growth. The fund seeks to achieve its objective by investing primarily in equity securities of issuers throughout the world. It seeks to diversify its portfolio broadly among developed and emerging countries and among multiple asset classes. Under normal market conditions, the fund invests at least 40% of its net assets in foreign assets. If market conditions are not deemed favorable by the Adviser, the fund could invest a lower percentage, but at least 30% of its net assets in foreign assets.
The investment seeks high current income while maintaining safety of principal. Under normal market conditions, the fund buys short-term debt securities and will invest at least 80% of its net assets in U.S. government securities. In addition, the fund may invest a portion of its assets in investment-grade debt securities, including debt securities of U.S. companies, and non-U.S. government mortgage-backed, asset-backed and other fixed-income securities.
The investment seeks long-term capital growth; income is a secondary objective. In selecting stocks for the fund, the portfolio managers look for companies of all sizes whose stock price may not reflect the company's value. The managers attempt to purchase the stocks of these undervalued companies and hold each stock until the price has increased to, or is higher than, a level the managers believe more accurately reflects the fair value of the company. The fund may invest a portion of its assets in foreign securities when these securities meet the portfolio managers' standards of selection.
The investment seeks long-term capital growth. The fund seeks to achieve its objective by investing primarily in equity securities of issuers throughout the world. It seeks to diversify its portfolio broadly among developed and emerging countries and among multiple asset classes. Under normal market conditions, the fund invests at least 40% of its net assets in foreign assets. If market conditions are not deemed favorable by the Adviser, the fund could invest a lower percentage, but at least 30% of its net assets in foreign assets.
The investment seeks long-term capital growth. The fund invests primarily (at least 80% of its net assets plus borrowings for investment purposes, if any) in equity securities (consisting of common stocks, preferred stocks and convertible securities) of U.S. companies. It principally invests in mid- and small-size U.S. companies. Equity securities of mid- and small-size companies tend to have greater price fluctuations than larger, more established companies.
The investment seeks high current income while maintaining safety of principal. Under normal market conditions, the fund buys short-term debt securities and will invest at least 80% of its net assets in U.S. government securities. In addition, the fund may invest a portion of its assets in investment-grade debt securities, including debt securities of U.S. companies, and non-U.S. government mortgage-backed, asset-backed and other fixed-income securities.
The investment seeks high current income while maintaining safety of principal. Under normal market conditions, the fund buys short-term debt securities and will invest at least 80% of its net assets in U.S. government securities. In addition, the fund may invest a portion of its assets in investment-grade debt securities, including debt securities of U.S. companies, and non-U.S. government mortgage-backed, asset-backed and other fixed-income securities.
The investment seeks long-term capital growth and current income. For the equity portion of the fund, the portfolio managers select stocks using quantitative management techniques in a multi-step process. For the fixed-income portion of the fund, the portfolio managers invest in a diversified portfolio of high- and medium-grade non-money market debt securities. These securities, which may be payable in U.S. or foreign currencies, may include corporate bonds and notes, government securities, bank loans, securities backed by mortgages or other assets and collateralized debt obligations.
The investment seeks long-term capital growth. The fund normally invests in stocks of companies that the adviser believes will increase in value over time. The portfolio managers make their investment decisions based primarily on their analysis of individual companies, rather than on broad economic forecasts. The portfolio managers use a variety of analytical research tools and techniques to identify the stocks of larger-sized companies that meet their investment criteria. Under normal market conditions, the portfolio managers seek securities of companies whose earnings or revenues are not only growing, but growing at an accelerated pace.
The investment seeks long-term capital growth. The fund normally invests in stocks of companies that the adviser believes will increase in value over time. The portfolio managers make their investment decisions based primarily on their analysis of individual companies, rather than on broad economic forecasts. The portfolio managers use a variety of analytical research tools and techniques to identify the stocks of larger-sized companies that meet their investment criteria. Under normal market conditions, the portfolio managers seek securities of companies whose earnings or revenues are not only growing, but growing at an accelerated pace.
The investment seeks long-term capital growth. The fund invests in stocks of companies that the adviser believes will increase in value over time. The portfolio managers use a variety of analytical research tools and techniques to identify the stocks of larger-sized companies that meet their investment criteria. Normally, the fund's portfolio will primarily consist of securities of companies demonstrating business improvement. Although the portfolio managers intend to invest the fund's assets primarily in U.S. securities, the fund may invest in securities of foreign companies when these securities meet the portfolio managers' standards of selection.
The investment seeks long-term capital growth. The fund normally invests in stocks of companies that the adviser believes will increase in value over time. The portfolio managers make their investment decisions based primarily on their analysis of individual companies, rather than on broad economic forecasts. The portfolio managers use a variety of analytical research tools and techniques to identify the stocks of larger-sized companies that meet their investment criteria. Under normal market conditions, the portfolio managers seek securities of companies whose earnings or revenues are not only growing, but growing at an accelerated pace.
The investment seeks long-term capital growth. The fund normally invests in stocks of companies that the adviser believes will increase in value over time. The portfolio managers make their investment decisions based primarily on their analysis of individual companies, rather than on broad economic forecasts. The portfolio managers use a variety of analytical research tools and techniques to identify the stocks of larger-sized companies that meet their investment criteria. Under normal market conditions, the portfolio managers seek securities of companies whose earnings or revenues are not only growing, but growing at an accelerated pace.
The investment seeks long-term capital growth. The fund invests primarily in the equity securities of companies located anywhere in the world, including developing markets. Under normal circumstances, it will invest in issuers located in at least three different countries (including the U.S.). The equity securities in which the fund invests are primarily common stock, and may include smaller and midsize companies. Although the investment manager will search for investments across a large number of regions, countries and sectors, from time to time, based on economic conditions, it may have significant positions in particular regions, countries or sectors.
The investment seeks current income; capital appreciation is a secondary objective. The portfolio managers look for equity securities of companies with a favorable income-paying history that have prospects for income payments to continue or increase. The portfolio managers also look for equity securities of companies that they believe are undervalued and have the potential for an increase in price. The fund may invest a portion of its assets in foreign securities when these securities meet the portfolio managers' standards of selection.
The investment seeks long-term capital growth. The fund invests primarily in U.S. and foreign equity securities that the adviser believes are undervalued. The Adviser seeks to construct a diversified portfolio of stocks from a variety of industries and countries. Value investing seeks to uncover stocks whose current market prices are at discounts (that is, undervalued) to the Adviser's estimate of their true or intrinsic value. The fund invests primarily in U.S. and foreign equity securities.
The investment seeks current income; capital appreciation is a secondary objective. The portfolio managers look for equity securities of companies with a favorable income-paying history that have prospects for income payments to continue or increase. The portfolio managers also look for equity securities of companies that they believe are undervalued and have the potential for an increase in price. The fund may invest a portion of its assets in foreign securities when these securities meet the portfolio managers' standards of selection.
The investment seeks capital growth. The fund invests primarily in securities of companies located in at least three developed countries world-wide (excluding the United States). Under normal market conditions, the fund's portfolio managers seek securities of companies whose earnings, revenues or key business fundamentals are not only growing, but growing at an accelerating pace.
The investment seeks capital growth. The fund invests primarily in companies located in developed countries world-wide (including the United States). Under normal market conditions, the fund's portfolio managers seek securities of companies whose earnings, revenues or key business fundamentals are not only growing, but growing at an accelerating pace.
The investment seeks long-term capital growth. The fund invests in stocks of companies that the adviser believes will increase in value over time. The portfolio managers use a variety of analytical research tools and techniques to identify the stocks of larger-sized companies that meet their investment criteria. Normally, the fund's portfolio will primarily consist of securities of companies demonstrating business improvement. Although the portfolio managers intend to invest the fund's assets primarily in U.S. securities, the fund may invest in securities of foreign companies when these securities meet the portfolio managers' standards of selection.
The investment seeks long-term capital growth. The fund invests primarily in stocks of companies of all sizes that the advisor believes will increase in value over time, using an investment strategy developed by the fund's investment advisor. In implementing this strategy, the portfolio managers make their investment decisions based primarily on their analysis of individual companies, rather than on broad economic forecasts. Although the portfolio managers intend to invest the fund's assets primarily in U.S. securities, the fund may invest in securities of foreign companies when these securities meet the portfolio managers' standards of selection.
The investment seeks long-term capital growth. The fund normally invests in stocks of medium-sized companies that the adviser believes will increase in value over time, using an investment strategy developed by the fund's investment advisor. In implementing this strategy, the portfolio managers make their investment decisions based primarily on their analysis of individual companies, rather than on broad economic forecasts. Management of the fund is based on the belief that durable franchises in a growing industry can sustain above average earnings growth.
The investment seeks capital growth. The fund invests primarily in securities of companies located in at least three developed countries world-wide (excluding the United States). Under normal market conditions, the fund's portfolio managers seek securities of companies whose earnings, revenues or key business fundamentals are not only growing, but growing at an accelerating pace.
The investment seeks capital growth. The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in equity securities of companies located in emerging market countries. It generally invests in equity securities denominated in foreign currencies. The fund's manager considers an emerging market country to be any country other than a developed country.
The investment seeks to maximize long-term growth. The fund invests, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its net assets (plus the amount of borrowings, if any, for investment purposes) in domestic common stocks. It invests primarily in common stocks of growth-oriented companies. Portfolio construction emphasizes stock specific risk while minimizing other sources of broad market risk. The goal is a portfolio whose relative performance is not dependent on the market environment. Consistent with the fund's objective and other policies, the fund may invest to a lesser extent in derivatives, including futures, forwards, options and swaps.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital and income. The fund invests principally in the following three asset classes: equity securities (across all market capitalizations, including common and preferred stock), investment grade fixed income securities of any maturity, and real estate and asset-based securities (which are securities that represent an interest in commodities related industries). It will invest in exchange-traded and closed-end funds for liquidity and diversification purposes.
The investment seeks long-term capital growth. The fund invests in stocks of companies that the adviser believes will increase in value over time. The portfolio managers use a variety of analytical research tools and techniques to identify the stocks of larger-sized companies that meet their investment criteria. Normally, the fund's portfolio will primarily consist of securities of companies demonstrating business improvement. Although the portfolio managers intend to invest the fund's assets primarily in U.S. securities, the fund may invest in securities of foreign companies when these securities meet the portfolio managers' standards of selection.
The investment seeks the highest level of total return consistent with its asset mix. The fund's asset allocation strategy diversifies investments among equity securities, bonds and money market instruments. It usually invests 79% of its assets in stocks, 20% of its assets in bonds, and 1% of its assets in cash equivalents. The fund also invests in a variety of debt securities payable in U.S. and foreign currencies. It may invest in any type of U.S. or foreign equity security that meets certain fundamental and technical standards. The fund may invest up to 10% of its assets in below investment-grade securities.
The investment seeks the highest level of total return consistent with its asset mix. The fund's asset allocation strategy diversifies investments among equity securities, bonds and money market instruments. It usually invests 45% of its assets in equities, 49% of its assets in bonds, and 6% of its assets in cash equivalents. The fund also invests in a variety of debt securities payable in U.S. and foreign currencies. It may invest in any type of U.S. or foreign equity security that meets certain fundamental and technical standards. The fund may invest up to 10% of its assets in below investment-grade securities.
The investment seeks long-term capital growth. The fund normally invests in stocks of companies that the adviser believes will increase in value over time. The portfolio managers make their investment decisions based primarily on their analysis of individual companies, rather than on broad economic forecasts. The portfolio managers use a variety of analytical research tools and techniques to identify the stocks of larger-sized companies that meet their investment criteria. Under normal market conditions, the portfolio managers seek securities of companies whose earnings or revenues are not only growing, but growing at an accelerated pace.
The investment seeks the highest level of total return consistent with its asset mix. The fund's asset allocation strategy diversifies investments among equity securities, bonds and money market instruments. It usually invests 64% of its assets in stocks, 32% of its assets in bonds, and 4% of its assets in cash equivalents. The fund also invests in a variety of debt securities payable in U.S. and foreign currencies. It may invest in any type of U.S. or foreign equity security that meets certain fundamental and technical standards. The fund may invest up to 10% of its assets in below investment-grade securities.
The investment seeks safety of principal and high current income that is exempt from federal income tax. The fund primarily invests in investment-grade debt securities and, under normal market conditions, will invest at least 80% of its net assets in debt securities with interest payments exempt from federal income tax. The fund's weighted average maturity will be not less than three years nor more than ten years. However, there is no maturity limit on individual securities. The portfolio managers also may buy investment-grade debt securities with interest payments exempt from regular federal income tax, but not exempt from the federal alternative minimum tax.
The investment seeks safety of principal and high current income that is exempt from federal income tax. The fund primarily invests in investment-grade debt securities and, under normal market conditions, will invest at least 80% of its net assets in debt securities with interest payments exempt from federal income tax. The fund's weighted average maturity will be not less than three years nor more than ten years. However, there is no maturity limit on individual securities. The portfolio managers also may buy investment-grade debt securities with interest payments exempt from regular federal income tax, but not exempt from the federal alternative minimum tax.
The investment seeks long-term capital growth. The fund normally invests in stocks of companies that the adviser believes will increase in value over time. The portfolio managers make their investment decisions based primarily on their analysis of individual companies, rather than on broad economic forecasts. The portfolio managers use a variety of analytical research tools and techniques to identify the stocks of larger-sized companies that meet their investment criteria. Under normal market conditions, the portfolio managers seek securities of companies whose earnings or revenues are not only growing, but growing at an accelerated pace.
The investment seeks long-term capital growth. The fund normally invests in stocks of companies that the adviser believes will increase in value over time. The portfolio managers make their investment decisions based primarily on their analysis of individual companies, rather than on broad economic forecasts. The portfolio managers use a variety of analytical research tools and techniques to identify the stocks of larger-sized companies that meet their investment criteria. Under normal market conditions, the portfolio managers seek securities of companies whose earnings or revenues are not only growing, but growing at an accelerated pace.
The investment seeks high current income while maintaining safety of principal. Under normal market conditions, the fund buys short-term debt securities and will invest at least 80% of its net assets in U.S. government securities. In addition, the fund may invest a portion of its assets in investment-grade debt securities, including debt securities of U.S. companies, and non-U.S. government mortgage-backed, asset-backed and other fixed-income securities.
The investment seeks high current income while maintaining safety of principal. Under normal market conditions, the fund buys short-term debt securities and will invest at least 80% of its net assets in U.S. government securities. In addition, the fund may invest a portion of its assets in investment-grade debt securities, including debt securities of U.S. companies, and non-U.S. government mortgage-backed, asset-backed and other fixed-income securities.
The investment seeks long-term capital growth; income is a secondary objective. In selecting stocks for the fund, the portfolio managers look for companies of all sizes whose stock price may not reflect the company's value. The managers attempt to purchase the stocks of these undervalued companies and hold each stock until the price has increased to, or is higher than, a level the managers believe more accurately reflects the fair value of the company. The fund may invest a portion of its assets in foreign securities when these securities meet the portfolio managers' standards of selection.
The investment seeks long-term capital growth. The fund principally invests in equity securities (consisting of common stocks, preferred stocks and convertible securities) of companies located in the world's developed countries outside of the United States. The advisor normally selects the stocks held by the fund from companies located in at least 10 countries outside of the U.S., and it invests less than 10% of its assets in U.S. companies. The fund is designed to benefit from future growth in developed countries, as well as emerging market countries.
The investment seeks long-term capital growth. The fund principally invests in equity securities (consisting of common stocks, preferred stocks and convertible securities) of companies located in the world's developed countries outside of the United States. The advisor normally selects the stocks held by the fund from companies located in at least 10 countries outside of the U.S., and it invests less than 10% of its assets in U.S. companies. The fund is designed to benefit from future growth in developed countries, as well as emerging market countries.
The investment seeks safety of principal and high current income that is exempt from federal income tax. The fund primarily invests in investment-grade debt securities and, under normal market conditions, will invest at least 80% of its net assets in debt securities with interest payments exempt from federal income tax. The fund's weighted average maturity will be not less than three years nor more than ten years. However, there is no maturity limit on individual securities. The portfolio managers also may buy investment-grade debt securities with interest payments exempt from regular federal income tax, but not exempt from the federal alternative minimum tax.
The investment seeks to maximize after-tax inflation protected return. The fund is designed to protect after-tax return by, under normal circumstances, primarily investing in a portfolio of municipal obligations whose interest payments are excluded from federal income taxes. Because of the limited supply of inflation-protected municipal securities, the fund seeks to synthetically create inflation protection by investing in a combination of conventional municipal securities and inflation-linked derivatives such as Non-Seasonally Adjusted Consumer Price Index for all Urban Consumers (CPI-U) swaps.
The investment seeks to maximize after-tax inflation protected return. The fund is designed to protect after-tax return by, under normal circumstances, primarily investing in a portfolio of municipal obligations whose interest payments are excluded from federal income taxes. Because of the limited supply of inflation-protected municipal securities, the fund seeks to synthetically create inflation protection by investing in a combination of conventional municipal securities and inflation-linked derivatives such as Non-Seasonally Adjusted Consumer Price Index for all Urban Consumers (CPI-U) swaps.
The investment seeks to maximize after-tax inflation protected return. The fund is designed to protect after-tax return by, under normal circumstances, primarily investing in a portfolio of municipal obligations whose interest payments are excluded from federal income taxes. Because of the limited supply of inflation-protected municipal securities, the fund seeks to synthetically create inflation protection by investing in a combination of conventional municipal securities and inflation-linked derivatives such as Non-Seasonally Adjusted Consumer Price Index for all Urban Consumers (CPI-U) swaps.
The investment seeks to maximize after-tax inflation protected return. The fund is designed to protect after-tax return by, under normal circumstances, primarily investing in a portfolio of municipal obligations whose interest payments are excluded from federal income taxes. Because of the limited supply of inflation-protected municipal securities, the fund seeks to synthetically create inflation protection by investing in a combination of conventional municipal securities and inflation-linked derivatives such as Non-Seasonally Adjusted Consumer Price Index for all Urban Consumers (CPI-U) swaps.
The investment seeks to maximize total return through a combination of income and capital appreciation. Normally, the fund invests at least 80% of its total assets in below investment grade (high yield) debt securities and preferred stocks. Debt securities rated below investment grade are commonly referred to as "junk bonds" and are considered speculative. The fund may invest in high yield securities of any rating, including securities where the issuer is in default or bankruptcy at the time of purchase.
The investment seeks to maximize total return through a combination of income and capital appreciation. Normally, the fund invests at least 80% of its total assets in below investment grade (high yield) debt securities and preferred stocks. Debt securities rated below investment grade are commonly referred to as "junk bonds" and are considered speculative. The fund may invest in high yield securities of any rating, including securities where the issuer is in default or bankruptcy at the time of purchase.
The investment seeks both income and capital appreciation. The fund invests in a diversified portfolio of debt and equity securities worldwide. It normally invests at least 25% of its assets in fixed income securities and at least 25% of its assets in equity securities. Under normal market conditions, at least 40% of the fund's net assets are invested in non-U.S. investments and in at least three different countries.
The investment seeks capital appreciation. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its assets in equity securities of emerging market companies. The "equity securities" in which the fund principally invests are common stocks, preferred stocks, securities convertible into common stocks, and securities that carry the right to buy common stocks.
The investment seeks a high level of current income consistent with preservation of principal. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its assets in government securities, U.S. Treasury bills, notes, and bonds; Treasury Inflation Protected Securities (TIPS); mortgage-backed securities (MBS) backed by the Government National Mortgage Association, the Federal National Mortgage Association, and the Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation; U.S. government agency collateralized mortgage obligations; securities issued by U.S. government agencies and instrumentalities; and repurchase agreements collateralized by such investments.
The investment seeks capital appreciation. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its assets in equity securities of foreign (including emerging markets) companies. The "equity securities" in which the fund principally invests are common stocks, depositary receipts, preferred stocks, securities convertible into common stocks, and securities that carry the right to buy common stocks including rights and warrants. It will normally invest its assets in investments that are tied economically to a number of countries throughout the world.
The investment seeks high current income consistent with preservation of principal. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its assets in a broad range of investment-grade debt securities that have a dollar-weighted average portfolio maturity of three years or less. The debt securities in which the fund may invest include, among others, obligations of U.S., state, and local governments, their agencies and instrumentalities; mortgage- and asset-backed securities; corporate debt securities; repurchase agreements; and other securities believed to have debt-like characteristics.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. The fund invests its assets primarily in equity securities of companies that are considered to be undervalued. Although the fund will invest primarily in U.S. securities, it may invest up to 20% of its total assets in foreign securities including securities issued in emerging markets.
The investment seeks capital appreciation. The fund seeks to achieve its objective by investing primarily in common stocks of U.S. companies that the fund's sub-adviser believes have value characteristics. Such common stocks include stocks of small capitalization companies, similar to those that are included in the Russell 2000 Value Index and real estate investment trusts (REITs). In selecting stocks for the fund, the sub-adviser applies principles based on behavioral finance.
The investment seeks capital appreciation. The fund seeks to achieve its objective by investing primarily in common stocks of U.S. companies that the fund's sub-adviser believes have value characteristics. Such common stocks include stocks of small capitalization companies, similar to those that are included in the Russell 2000 Value Index and real estate investment trusts (REITs). In selecting stocks for the fund, the sub-adviser applies principles based on behavioral finance.
The investment seeks capital appreciation. The fund seeks to achieve its objective by investing primarily in common stocks of U.S. companies that the fund's sub-adviser believes have value characteristics. Such common stocks include stocks of small capitalization companies, similar to those that are included in the Russell 2000 Value Index and real estate investment trusts (REITs). In selecting stocks for the fund, the sub-adviser applies principles based on behavioral finance.
The investment seeks capital appreciation. The fund seeks to achieve its objective by investing primarily in common stocks of U.S. companies that the fund's sub-adviser believes have value characteristics. Such common stocks include stocks of small capitalization companies, similar to those that are included in the Russell 2000 Value Index and real estate investment trusts (REITs). In selecting stocks for the fund, the sub-adviser applies principles based on behavioral finance.
The investment seeks capital appreciation. The fund seeks to achieve its objective by investing primarily in common stocks of U.S. companies that the fund's sub-adviser believes have value characteristics. Such common stocks include stocks of small capitalization companies, similar to those that are included in the Russell 2000 Value Index and real estate investment trusts (REITs). In selecting stocks for the fund, the sub-adviser applies principles based on behavioral finance.
The investment seeks capital appreciation. The fund seeks to achieve its objective by investing primarily in common stocks of U.S. companies that the fund's sub-adviser believes have value characteristics. Such common stocks include stocks of small capitalization companies, similar to those that are included in the Russell 2000 Value Index and real estate investment trusts (REITs). In selecting stocks for the fund, the sub-adviser applies principles based on behavioral finance.
The investment seeks capital appreciation. The fund seeks to achieve its objective by investing primarily in common stocks of U.S. companies that the fund's sub-adviser believes have value characteristics. Such common stocks include stocks of small capitalization companies, similar to those that are included in the Russell 2000 Value Index and real estate investment trusts (REITs). In selecting stocks for the fund, the sub-adviser applies principles based on behavioral finance.
The investment seeks capital appreciation. The fund seeks to achieve its objective by investing primarily in common stocks of U.S. companies that the fund's sub-adviser believes have value characteristics. Such common stocks include stocks of small capitalization companies, similar to those that are included in the Russell 2000 Value Index and real estate investment trusts (REITs). In selecting stocks for the fund, the sub-adviser applies principles based on behavioral finance.
The investment seeks capital appreciation. The fund seeks to achieve its objective by investing primarily in common stocks of U.S. companies that the fund's sub-adviser believes have value characteristics. Such common stocks include stocks of small capitalization companies, similar to those that are included in the Russell 2000 Value Index and real estate investment trusts (REITs). In selecting stocks for the fund, the sub-adviser applies principles based on behavioral finance.
The investment seeks investment results, before fees and expenses, that correspond to the performance of the ProFunds Europe 30 Index (the "index"). The fund invests in financial instruments that ProFund Advisors believes, in combination, should have similar return characteristics as the return of the index. The index, created by ProFund Advisors, is composed of companies whose principal offices are located in Europe and whose securities are traded on U.S. exchanges as depositary receipts or ordinary shares. The component companies in the index are determined annually based upon their U.S. dollar-traded volume.
The investment seeks investment results, before fees and expenses, that correspond to the performance of the ProFunds Europe 30 Index (the "index"). The fund invests in financial instruments that ProFund Advisors believes, in combination, should have similar return characteristics as the return of the index. The index, created by ProFund Advisors, is composed of companies whose principal offices are located in Europe and whose securities are traded on U.S. exchanges as depositary receipts or ordinary shares. The component companies in the index are determined annually based upon their U.S. dollar-traded volume.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. The fund invests at least 80% of the fund's net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) will be invested in common stocks of companies the subadvisor regards as U.S. Global Leaders. It typically invests in large-capitalization companies. The fund may invest in other types of equity securities, including up to 20% of its net assets in foreign companies and in U.S.-traded securities of large-capitalization, well-established foreign issuers.
The investment seeks to attain long-term capital appreciation while attempting to reduce volatility during unfavorable market conditions. The fund's principal strategy is to combine a portfolio of domestic and foreign equity securities, including emerging markets securities, with the use of alternative investment strategies to provide growth with lower volatility. It primarily invests in stocks and exchange-traded funds (ETFs) that invest primarily in stocks and may at times be fully invested in ETFs. The fund may purchase shares of affiliated ETFs.
The investment seeks to attain long-term capital appreciation while attempting to reduce volatility during unfavorable market conditions. The fund's principal strategy is to combine a portfolio of domestic and foreign equity securities, including emerging markets securities, with the use of alternative investment strategies to provide growth with lower volatility. It primarily invests in stocks and exchange-traded funds (ETFs) that invest primarily in stocks and may at times be fully invested in ETFs. The fund may purchase shares of affiliated ETFs.
The investment seeks to provide a high level of current income consistent with prudent investment risk and preservation of capital. The fund invests at least 80% of its assets in securities that are guaranteed or sponsored by the U.S. government, its agencies and instrumentalities, including bonds and other debt securities denominated in U.S. dollars, which may be represented by other investment instruments, including derivatives. It may also invest in mortgage-backed securities issued by federal agencies and instrumentalities that are not backed by the full faith and credit of the U.S. government.
The investment seeks to provide a high level of current income consistent with prudent investment risk and preservation of capital. The fund invests at least 80% of its assets in securities that are guaranteed or sponsored by the U.S. government, its agencies and instrumentalities, including bonds and other debt securities denominated in U.S. dollars, which may be represented by other investment instruments, including derivatives. It may also invest in mortgage-backed securities issued by federal agencies and instrumentalities that are not backed by the full faith and credit of the U.S. government.
The investment seeks to provide an attractive total return primarily through high current income and secondarily through capital appreciation. The fund primarily invests its assets in a broad range of U.S. dollar-denominated high-yield securities, including bonds, convertible securities, leveraged loans, or preferred stocks, with an emphasis on non-investment-grade debt securities. Although the fund will invest primarily in U.S. securities, it may invest without limit in dollar-denominated foreign securities and to a limited extent in non-dollar-denominated foreign securities, including in each case emerging markets securities.
The investment seeks capital appreciation. The fund invests primarily in equity securities of large capitalization companies that are selected for their growth potential. Although the fund invests primarily in U.S. securities, it may invest up to 20% of its total assets in foreign securities, including securities issued in emerging markets.
The investment seeks capital appreciation. The fund invests primarily in U.S. and foreign equity securities that are believed to be the most attractive in the global marketplace. It may invest up to 100% of its assets in foreign securities.
The investment seeks capital appreciation. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its assets in equity securities of emerging market companies. The "equity securities" in which the fund principally invests are common stocks, preferred stocks, securities convertible into common stocks, and securities that carry the right to buy common stocks.
The investment seeks capital growth with a secondary investment objective of current income. The fund invests its assets primarily in equity securities that show the best potential for total return through a combination of capital growth and income. Although the fund invests primarily in U.S. securities, it may invest up to 20% of its total assets in foreign securities, including securities issued in emerging markets.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. The fund invests its assets primarily in a diversified portfolio of equity securities selected for their growth potential. Although the fund will invest primarily in U.S. securities, it may invest up to 20% of its total assets in foreign securities including securities issued in emerging markets.
The investment seeks a high level of current income consistent with preservation of principal. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its assets in government securities, U.S. Treasury bills, notes, and bonds; Treasury Inflation Protected Securities (TIPS); mortgage-backed securities (MBS) backed by the Government National Mortgage Association, the Federal National Mortgage Association, and the Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation; U.S. government agency collateralized mortgage obligations; securities issued by U.S. government agencies and instrumentalities; and repurchase agreements collateralized by such investments.
The investment seeks to provide an attractive total return primarily through high current income and secondarily through capital appreciation. The fund primarily invests its assets in a broad range of U.S. dollar-denominated high-yield securities, including bonds, convertible securities, leveraged loans, or preferred stocks, with an emphasis on non-investment-grade debt securities. Although the fund will invest primarily in U.S. securities, it may invest without limit in dollar-denominated foreign securities and to a limited extent in non-dollar-denominated foreign securities, including in each case emerging markets securities.
The investment seeks capital appreciation. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its assets in equity securities of foreign (including emerging markets) companies. The "equity securities" in which the fund principally invests are common stocks, depositary receipts, preferred stocks, securities convertible into common stocks, and securities that carry the right to buy common stocks including rights and warrants. It will normally invest its assets in investments that are tied economically to a number of countries throughout the world.
The investment seeks maximum current income without undue risk to principal. The fund invests its assets primarily in U.S. dollar-denominated fixed-income securities that have been selected for their high yields relative to the risk involved. It will invest primarily in investment-grade securities but also may invest up to 10% of its net assets in below-investment-grade securities, which are sometimes referred as high-yield or "junk" bonds.
The investment seeks current income with the prospect of increasing dividend income and the potential for capital appreciation. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its assets in common stocks, with at least 65% of the fund's assets normally invested in common stocks of companies that pay dividends. Although the fund invests primarily in U.S. securities, it may invest up to 20% of its total assets in foreign securities, including securities issued in emerging markets.
The investment seeks high current income without undue risk to principal. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its assets in a broad range of debt securities that have a dollar-weighted average portfolio maturity between three to 10 years. It will invest primarily in investment-grade securities, but also may invest up to 10% of its net assets in below-investment-grade securities, which are sometimes referred to as high-yield or "junk" bonds.
The investment seeks maximum current income without undue risk to principal. The fund invests its assets primarily in U.S. dollar-denominated fixed-income securities that have been selected for their high yields relative to the risk involved. It will invest primarily in investment-grade securities but also may invest up to 10% of its net assets in below-investment-grade securities, which are sometimes referred as high-yield or "junk" bonds.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation and to protect the purchasing power of capital against inflation. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its assets in equity securities of domestic and foreign companies (including those located in emerging markets) principally engaged in the exploration, mining, or processing of gold and other precious metals and minerals, such as platinum, silver, and diamonds. It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks high current income consistent with preservation of principal. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its assets in a broad range of investment-grade debt securities that have a dollar-weighted average portfolio maturity of three years or less. The debt securities in which the fund may invest include, among others, obligations of U.S., state, and local governments, their agencies and instrumentalities; mortgage- and asset-backed securities; corporate debt securities; repurchase agreements; and other securities believed to have debt-like characteristics.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its assets in equity securities of companies with small market capitalizations. Although the fund invests primarily in U.S. securities, it may invest up to 20% of its total assets in foreign securities including securities issued in emerging markets.
The investment seeks high current income without undue risk to principal. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its assets in a broad range of debt securities that have a dollar-weighted average portfolio maturity between three to 10 years. It will invest primarily in investment-grade securities, but also may invest up to 10% of its net assets in below-investment-grade securities, which are sometimes referred to as high-yield or "junk" bonds.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. The fund invests its assets primarily in equity securities of companies that are considered to be undervalued. Although the fund will invest primarily in U.S. securities, it may invest up to 20% of its total assets in foreign securities including securities issued in emerging markets.
The investment seeks capital appreciation. The fund invests its assets primarily in equity securities of both foreign (including emerging markets) and domestic issuers. The "equity securities" in which the fund principally invests are common stocks, depositary receipts, preferred stocks, securities convertible into common stocks, and securities that carry the right to buy common stocks.
The investment seeks to maximize total return, consisting primarily of capital appreciation. The fund invests primarily in U.S. andu002For foreign (to include emerging markets) equity securities and fixed-income securities through investments in shares of other investment companies, including exchange-traded funds (ETFs) and real estate securities, including real estate investment trusts (REITs). Consistent with its investment strategy, the fund may at times invest directly in U.S. andu002For foreign equity securities and fixed-income securities as well as derivatives, including futures contracts and hedge funds.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. The fund pursues its objective by investing, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its net assets in equity securities (mostly common stocks) of small cap companies located anywhere in the United States. The fund's portfolio managers consider small-capitalization companies to be those companies that, at the time of initial purchase, have a market capitalization equal to or less than the largest company in the Russell 2000 Growth Index during the most recent 12-month period.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. Under normal circumstances, at least 80% of the fund's net assets will be invested in mid cap equity securities. The fund's portfolio managers consider mid-capitalization companies to be those companies that, at the time of initial purchase, have market capitalizations greater than $1 billion and equal to or less than the largest company in the Russell Midcap Index during the most recent 12-month period. It maintains a portfolio of investments diversified across companies and economic sectors.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital and income. The fund normally pursues its objectives by investing in a diversified portfolio consisting primarily of equity securities of established companies either located outside the United States or whose primary business is carried on outside the United States. The equity securities in which the fund invests include common stocks, depositary receipts, preferred stocks, convertible securities, and warrants and other rights. It normally invests at least 80% of its net assets in equity securities.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in equity securities (including, but not limited to, common stocks, preferred stocks and securities convertible into common or preferred stocks) of companies located in emerging market countries. Emerging market countries include those countries whose economies are considered to be developing or emerging from underdevelopment. The advisor may invest in a variety of countries, industries and sectors and does not attempt to invest a specific percentage of its assets in any given country, industry or sector.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets (including the amount of borrowings for investment purposes) in equity securities (including, but not limited to, common stocks, preferred stocks and securities convertible into common or preferred stocks) of U.S. and foreign companies engaged in the energy and natural resources industries. It typically invests at least 50% of its assets in crude oil, petroleum and natural gas companies. It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets (including the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes) in common stocks of U.S. and foreign companies that have market capitalizations, at the time of purchase, in the range of companies in the Russell 1000 Growth Index (the index).
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital plus protection against inflation and monetary instability. Under normal market conditions, the fund will invest at least 80% of its net assets in equity and equity-related securities of companies principally engaged in the exploration for, or mining and processing of, precious minerals such as gold, silver, platinum group, palladium, as well as diamonds. The fund also may purchase call and put options, and enter into covered option writing transactions. In addition, the fund may invest up to 15% of its net assets in illiquid securities. It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks to provide a high level of current interest income that is exempt from federal income tax and New York State and New York City personal income taxes. The fund invests primarily in long-term investment-grade securities issued by the state of New York, its political subdivisions, municipalities and public authorities, instrumentalities, and by other government entities. At least 80% of the fund's net assets will consist of New York tax-exempt securities. The fund's dollar-weighted average portfolio maturity is not restricted, but is expected to be greater than 10 years.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation and to protect the purchasing power of capital against inflation. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its assets in equity securities of domestic and foreign companies (including those located in emerging markets) principally engaged in the exploration, mining, or processing of gold and other precious metals and minerals, such as platinum, silver, and diamonds. It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. The fund primarily invests in common stock, preferred stock, and convertible securities of publicly-traded United States domiciled companies. It invests up to 25% of its assets in securities principally traded in foreign markets. The fund also invests in the securities of companies that the adviser believes have the potential for significant long-term growth and are reasonably priced or undervalued. It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks capital appreciation and current income consistent with its current investment allocation. The fund's target asset allocation will consist of approximately 35% of the fund's net assets allocated to equity investments; and approximately 65% of the fund's net assets allocated to fixed-income investments. Its target asset allocation will not change after the target date has been reached unless approved by the fund's Board of Trustees (Board).
The investment seeks a high level of current income consistent with preservation of principal. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its assets in government securities, U.S. Treasury bills, notes, and bonds; Treasury Inflation Protected Securities (TIPS); mortgage-backed securities (MBS) backed by the Government National Mortgage Association, the Federal National Mortgage Association, and the Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation; U.S. government agency collateralized mortgage obligations; securities issued by U.S. government agencies and instrumentalities; and repurchase agreements collateralized by such investments.
The investment seeks to provide an attractive total return primarily through high current income and secondarily through capital appreciation. The fund primarily invests its assets in a broad range of U.S. dollar-denominated high-yield securities, including bonds, convertible securities, leveraged loans, or preferred stocks, with an emphasis on non-investment-grade debt securities. Although the fund will invest primarily in U.S. securities, it may invest without limit in dollar-denominated foreign securities and to a limited extent in non-dollar-denominated foreign securities, including in each case emerging markets securities.
The investment seeks high current income without undue risk to principal. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its assets in a broad range of debt securities that have a dollar-weighted average portfolio maturity between three to 10 years. It will invest primarily in investment-grade securities, but also may invest up to 10% of its net assets in below-investment-grade securities, which are sometimes referred to as high-yield or "junk" bonds.
The investment seeks maximum current income without undue risk to principal. The fund invests its assets primarily in U.S. dollar-denominated fixed-income securities that have been selected for their high yields relative to the risk involved. It will invest primarily in investment-grade securities but also may invest up to 10% of its net assets in below-investment-grade securities, which are sometimes referred as high-yield or "junk" bonds.
The investment seeks capital appreciation and current income consistent with its current investment allocation. The fund's current target asset allocation consists of: approximately 35% of its net assets allocated to underlying affiliated funds that invest primarily in equity securities or alternative asset classes; approximately 65% of its net assets allocated to underlying affiliated funds that invest primarily in fixed-income securities.
The investment seeks current income with the prospect of increasing dividend income and the potential for capital appreciation. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its assets in common stocks, with at least 65% of the fund's assets normally invested in common stocks of companies that pay dividends. Although the fund invests primarily in U.S. securities, it may invest up to 20% of its total assets in foreign securities, including securities issued in emerging markets.
The investment seeks capital appreciation. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its assets in equity securities of foreign (including emerging markets) companies. The "equity securities" in which the fund principally invests are common stocks, depositary receipts, preferred stocks, securities convertible into common stocks, and securities that carry the right to buy common stocks including rights and warrants. It will normally invest its assets in investments that are tied economically to a number of countries throughout the world.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets (including the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes) in common stocks of U.S. and foreign companies that have market capitalizations, at the time of purchase, in the range of companies in the Russell 1000 Growth Index (the index).
The investment seeks to match, before fees and expenses, the performance of the stocks composing the Nasdaq-100 Index. The fund's principal investment strategy is, under normal market conditions, to invest at least 80% of the fund's assets in the common stocks of companies composing the Nasdaq-100 Index. The Nasdaq-100 Index composed of 100 of the largest nonfinancial domestic and international companies listed on The Nasdaq Stock Market based on market capitalization. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks high current income consistent with preservation of principal. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its assets in a broad range of investment-grade debt securities that have a dollar-weighted average portfolio maturity of three years or less. The debt securities in which the fund may invest include, among others, obligations of U.S., state, and local governments, their agencies and instrumentalities; mortgage- and asset-backed securities; corporate debt securities; repurchase agreements; and other securities believed to have debt-like characteristics.
The investment seeks high total investment return through a combination of capital appreciation and current income. The fund seeks to achieve its objective by investing substantially all of its assets, and in any event under normal circumstances at least 80% of its net assets (plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes), in equity securities of real estate investment trusts (REITs), including REITs with relatively small market capitalizations. It may invest in both equity REITs and mortgage REITs. The fund may also invest up to 15% of net assets in illiquid holdings. It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks high total investment return through a combination of capital appreciation and current income. The fund seeks to achieve its objective by investing substantially all of its assets, and in any event under normal circumstances at least 80% of its net assets (plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes), in equity securities of real estate investment trusts (REITs), including REITs with relatively small market capitalizations. It may invest in both equity REITs and mortgage REITs. The fund may also invest up to 15% of net assets in illiquid holdings. It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks high total investment return through a combination of capital appreciation and current income. The fund seeks to achieve its objective by investing substantially all of its assets, and in any event under normal circumstances at least 80% of its net assets (plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes), in equity securities of real estate investment trusts (REITs), including REITs with relatively small market capitalizations. It may invest in both equity REITs and mortgage REITs. The fund may also invest up to 15% of net assets in illiquid holdings. It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks high total investment return through a combination of capital appreciation and current income. The fund seeks to achieve its objective by investing substantially all of its assets, and in any event under normal circumstances at least 80% of its net assets (plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes), in equity securities of real estate investment trusts (REITs), including REITs with relatively small market capitalizations. It may invest in both equity REITs and mortgage REITs. The fund may also invest up to 15% of net assets in illiquid holdings. It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks capital appreciation and current income consistent with its current investment allocation. The fund's current target asset allocation consists of: approximately 35% of the fund's net assets allocated to underlying affiliated funds that invest primarily in equity securities or alternative asset classes ("equity investments"); and approximately 65% of the fund's net assets allocated to underlying affiliated funds that invest primarily in fixed-income securities ("fixed-income investments"). The target asset allocation will not change unless approved by the fund's Board of Trustees (the "Board").
The investment seeks capital appreciation and current income consistent with its current investment allocation. The fund's target asset allocation will consist of approximately 35% of the fund's net assets allocated to equity investments; and approximately 65% of the fund's net assets allocated to fixed-income investments. Its target asset allocation will not change after the target date has been reached unless approved by the fund's Board of Trustees (Board).
The investment seeks to provide high current income consistent with preservation of principal. The fund normally invests at least 80% of the fund's assets in investment-grade debt securities that have a dollar-weighted average portfolio maturity of 18 months or less. The fund will invest primarily in U.S. dollar-denominated debt securities that may include, but are not limited to, obligations of U.S., state, and local governments, their agencies and instrumentalities; mortgage- and asset-backed securities; corporate debt securities; repurchase agreements; and other securities believed to have debt-like characteristics.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. The fund invests its assets primarily in a diversified portfolio of equity securities selected for their growth potential. Although the fund will invest primarily in U.S. securities, it may invest up to 20% of its total assets in foreign securities including securities issued in emerging markets.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation and to protect the purchasing power of capital against inflation. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its assets in equity securities of domestic and foreign companies (including those located in emerging markets) principally engaged in the exploration, mining, or processing of gold and other precious metals and minerals, such as platinum, silver, and diamonds. It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks maximum current income without undue risk to principal. The fund invests its assets primarily in U.S. dollar-denominated fixed-income securities that have been selected for their high yields relative to the risk involved. It will invest primarily in investment-grade securities but also may invest up to 10% of its net assets in below-investment-grade securities, which are sometimes referred as high-yield or "junk" bonds.
The investment seeks interest income that is exempt from federal income tax. The fund invests primarily in investment-grade securities, the interest from which is excludable from gross income for federal income tax purposes (referred to herein as "tax-exempt securities"). During normal market conditions, at least 80% of its net assets will consist of tax-exempt securities. The fund's dollar-weighted average portfolio maturity is between three and 10 years. At least 80% of the fund's annual net investment income dividends will be tax-exempt and excludable from the calculation of the federal alternative minimum tax for individual taxpayers.
The investment seeks capital appreciation. The fund invests primarily in equity securities of large capitalization companies that are selected for their growth potential. Although the fund invests primarily in U.S. securities, it may invest up to 20% of its total assets in foreign securities, including securities issued in emerging markets.
The investment seeks capital appreciation. The fund invests its assets primarily in equity securities of both foreign (including emerging markets) and domestic issuers. The "equity securities" in which the fund principally invests are common stocks, depositary receipts, preferred stocks, securities convertible into common stocks, and securities that carry the right to buy common stocks.
The investment seeks a conservative balance for the investor between income, the majority of which is exempt from federal income tax, and the potential for long-term growth of capital to preserve purchasing power. Using preset target ranges, the fund's strategy is to invest a majority of its assets in tax-exempt bonds and money market instruments (50% - 70%) and the remainder in blue chip stocks (30% - 50%). It is managed with the goal of minimizing the impact of federal income tax to shareholders.
The investment seeks maximum long-term capital appreciation. Under normal market conditions, the fund invests at least 80 percent of its net assets (plus borrowings for investment purposes) in equity securities, warrants, and rights derivative of or convertible into common stocks, in each case issued by small cap issuers. While most assets are typically invested in U.S. common stocks, the fund may invest in American Depositary Receipts (ADRs) and foreign stocks traded on U.S. exchanges in keeping with its objectives. It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. Under normal market conditions, the fund invests at least 80 percent of its net assets in equity securities of U.S. issuers. It principally invests in equity securities of large companies, that is, companies with a market capitalization of greater than $5 billion at time of purchase. The fund typically invests in American Depositary Receipts. It also may invest in derivatives (i.e., a security or instrument whose value is determined by reference to the value or the change in value of one or more securities, currencies, indices or other financial instruments). The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks high total return. The fund invests in equity securities, bonds, money market instruments, and other instruments including derivatives. It has a target asset class allocation of approximately 50% equity securities and 50% fixed-income securities. The implementation of the asset allocation may involve the extensive use of equity and fixed-income ETFs. The fund also may invest in investment-grade and below-investment-grade ("junk" or high-yield) fixed-income securities.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its assets in equity securities of companies with small market capitalizations. Although the fund invests primarily in U.S. securities, it may invest up to 20% of its total assets in foreign securities including securities issued in emerging markets.
The investment seeks a high level of current interest income that is exempt from federal and California state income taxes. The fund invests primarily in long-term investment-grade securities issued by the state of California, its political subdivisions, instrumentalities, and by other government entities, the interest on which is excludable from gross income for federal income tax and California state income tax purposes. During normal market conditions, at least 80% of the fund's net assets will consist of California tax-exempt securities. Its dollar-weighted average portfolio maturity is not restricted, but is expected to be greater than 10 years.
The investment seeks capital appreciation. The fund invests primarily in U.S. and foreign equity securities that are believed to be the most attractive in the global marketplace. It may invest up to 100% of its assets in foreign securities.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. Under normal market conditions, the fund will invest at least 80% of its net assets in equity and equity-related securities of companies located in the China region. The equity and equity-related securities in which the fund primarily invests include common stocks, preferred stocks, convertible securities, rights and warrants, ETF, and depository receipts (ADRs and GDRs). It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks capital appreciation with a secondary focus on current income. The fund invests in equity securities, bonds, money market instruments, and other instruments including derivatives. It has a target asset class allocation of approximately 60% equity securities and 40% fixed-income securities. The actual asset class allocation can deviate from time to time from these targets as market conditions warrant. The implementation of the asset allocation may involve the extensive use of equity and fixed-income ETFs. The fund also may invest in investment-grade and below-investment-grade fixed-income securities.
The investment seeks capital appreciation. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its assets in equity securities of emerging market companies. The "equity securities" in which the fund principally invests are common stocks, preferred stocks, securities convertible into common stocks, and securities that carry the right to buy common stocks.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital plus protection against inflation and monetary instability; current income is a secondary objective. Under normal market conditions, the fund will invest at least 80% of its net assets in equity and equity-related securities of companies principally involved in the mining, fabrication, processing, marketing or distribution of precious metals including gold, silver, platinum group, palladium, as well as diamonds. The fund may also short positions in the fund's portfolio that are considered by the Adviser to be overvalued in an effort to realize a valuation discrepancy. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks a high level of current income consistent with safety of principal. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets in a portfolio of U.S. government securities. In making investment decisions, the Adviser considers economic developments, interest rate trends and other factors. It may invest in to-be-announced pass-through mortgage securities, which settle on a delayed delivery basis ("TBAs"). The fund may also invest in asset-backed securities. It may invest in restricted and illiquid securities.
The investment seeks a high level of current income consistent with safety of principal. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets in a portfolio of U.S. government securities. In making investment decisions, the Adviser considers economic developments, interest rate trends and other factors. It may invest in to-be-announced pass-through mortgage securities, which settle on a delayed delivery basis ("TBAs"). The fund may also invest in asset-backed securities. It may invest in restricted and illiquid securities.
The investment seeks a high level of current income consistent with safety of principal. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets in a portfolio of U.S. government securities. In making investment decisions, the Adviser considers economic developments, interest rate trends and other factors. It may invest in to-be-announced pass-through mortgage securities, which settle on a delayed delivery basis ("TBAs"). The fund may also invest in asset-backed securities. It may invest in restricted and illiquid securities.
The investment seeks to provide a high level of current income consistent with prudent investment risk and preservation of capital. The fund invests at least 80% of its assets in securities that are guaranteed or sponsored by the U.S. government, its agencies and instrumentalities, including bonds and other debt securities denominated in U.S. dollars, which may be represented by other investment instruments, including derivatives. It may also invest in mortgage-backed securities issued by federal agencies and instrumentalities that are not backed by the full faith and credit of the U.S. government.
The investment seeks capital growth with a secondary investment objective of current income. The fund invests its assets primarily in equity securities that show the best potential for total return through a combination of capital growth and income. Although the fund invests primarily in U.S. securities, it may invest up to 20% of its total assets in foreign securities, including securities issued in emerging markets.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. The fund invests at least 80% of the fund's net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) will be invested in common stocks of companies the subadvisor regards as U.S. Global Leaders. It typically invests in large-capitalization companies. The fund may invest in other types of equity securities, including up to 20% of its net assets in foreign companies and in U.S.-traded securities of large-capitalization, well-established foreign issuers.
The investment seeks a high level of current income consistent with preservation of principal. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its assets in government securities, U.S. Treasury bills, notes, and bonds; Treasury Inflation Protected Securities (TIPS); mortgage-backed securities (MBS) backed by the Government National Mortgage Association, the Federal National Mortgage Association, and the Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation; U.S. government agency collateralized mortgage obligations; securities issued by U.S. government agencies and instrumentalities; and repurchase agreements collateralized by such investments.
The investment seeks to provide an attractive total return primarily through high current income and secondarily through capital appreciation. The fund primarily invests its assets in a broad range of U.S. dollar-denominated high-yield securities, including bonds, convertible securities, leveraged loans, or preferred stocks, with an emphasis on non-investment-grade debt securities. Although the fund will invest primarily in U.S. securities, it may invest without limit in dollar-denominated foreign securities and to a limited extent in non-dollar-denominated foreign securities, including in each case emerging markets securities.
The investment seeks high current income without undue risk to principal. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its assets in a broad range of debt securities that have a dollar-weighted average portfolio maturity between three to 10 years. It will invest primarily in investment-grade securities, but also may invest up to 10% of its net assets in below-investment-grade securities, which are sometimes referred to as high-yield or "junk" bonds.
The investment seeks capital appreciation. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its assets in equity securities of foreign (including emerging markets) companies. The "equity securities" in which the fund principally invests are common stocks, depositary receipts, preferred stocks, securities convertible into common stocks, and securities that carry the right to buy common stocks including rights and warrants. It will normally invest its assets in investments that are tied economically to a number of countries throughout the world.
The investment seeks current income with the prospect of increasing dividend income and the potential for capital appreciation. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its assets in common stocks, with at least 65% of the fund's assets normally invested in common stocks of companies that pay dividends. Although the fund invests primarily in U.S. securities, it may invest up to 20% of its total assets in foreign securities, including securities issued in emerging markets.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. The fund invests at least 80% of the fund's net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) will be invested in common stocks of companies the subadvisor regards as U.S. Global Leaders. It typically invests in large-capitalization companies. The fund may invest in other types of equity securities, including up to 20% of its net assets in foreign companies and in U.S.-traded securities of large-capitalization, well-established foreign issuers.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. The fund invests at least 80% of the fund's net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) will be invested in common stocks of companies the subadvisor regards as U.S. Global Leaders. It typically invests in large-capitalization companies. The fund may invest in other types of equity securities, including up to 20% of its net assets in foreign companies and in U.S.-traded securities of large-capitalization, well-established foreign issuers.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. The fund invests at least 80% of the fund's net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) will be invested in common stocks of companies the subadvisor regards as U.S. Global Leaders. It typically invests in large-capitalization companies. The fund may invest in other types of equity securities, including up to 20% of its net assets in foreign companies and in U.S.-traded securities of large-capitalization, well-established foreign issuers.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. The fund invests at least 80% of the fund's net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) will be invested in common stocks of companies the subadvisor regards as U.S. Global Leaders. It typically invests in large-capitalization companies. The fund may invest in other types of equity securities, including up to 20% of its net assets in foreign companies and in U.S.-traded securities of large-capitalization, well-established foreign issuers.
The investment seeks to match, before fees and expenses, the performance of all small- and mid-cap stocks as measured by the Wilshire 4500 Completion IndexSM. The fund's principal investment strategy is, under normal market conditions, to invest at least 80% of its assets in securities or other financial instruments of companies that are components of, or have economic characteristics similar to, the securities included in the index. The index is a market cap-weighted index consisting of the small and mid-cap companies in the U.S. equity market.
The investment seeks to match, before fees and expenses, the performance of the stocks composing the Nasdaq-100 Index. The fund's principal investment strategy is, under normal market conditions, to invest at least 80% of the fund's assets in the common stocks of companies composing the Nasdaq-100 Index. The Nasdaq-100 Index composed of 100 of the largest nonfinancial domestic and international companies listed on The Nasdaq Stock Market based on market capitalization. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks to provide a high level of current interest income that is exempt from federal income tax and New York State and New York City personal income taxes. The fund invests primarily in long-term investment-grade securities issued by the state of New York, its political subdivisions, municipalities and public authorities, instrumentalities, and by other government entities. At least 80% of the fund's net assets will consist of New York tax-exempt securities. The fund's dollar-weighted average portfolio maturity is not restricted, but is expected to be greater than 10 years.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets (including the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes) in equity securities (including, but not limited to, common stocks, preferred stocks and securities convertible into common or preferred stocks) of companies located in Asia and the Pacific Basin, which includes Australia, New Zealand and India, and other countries within this region (the Pacificu002FAsia region).
The investment seeks to match, before fees and expenses, the performance of the stocks composing the Victory US Large Cap 500 Index. The fund's principal investment strategy is, under normal market conditions, to invest at least 80% of the fund's assets in the common stocks of companies composing the index. In seeking to track the performance of the index, the fund's subadviser attempts to allocate the fund's investments among stocks in approximately the same weightings as the index, beginning with the stocks that make up the larger portion of the index's value.
The investment seeks high current income consistent with preservation of principal. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its assets in a broad range of investment-grade debt securities that have a dollar-weighted average portfolio maturity of three years or less. The debt securities in which the fund may invest include, among others, obligations of U.S., state, and local governments, their agencies and instrumentalities; mortgage- and asset-backed securities; corporate debt securities; repurchase agreements; and other securities believed to have debt-like characteristics.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its assets in equity securities of companies expected to benefit from the development and use of scientific and technological advances and improvements. It may invest up to 50% of its assets in foreign securities, including securities issued in emerging markets.
The investment seeks to match, before fees and expenses, the performance of the stocks composing the Victory US Large Cap 500 Index. The fund's principal investment strategy is, under normal market conditions, to invest at least 80% of the fund's assets in the common stocks of companies composing the index. In seeking to track the performance of the index, the fund's subadviser attempts to allocate the fund's investments among stocks in approximately the same weightings as the index, beginning with the stocks that make up the larger portion of the index's value.
The investment seeks interest income that is exempt from federal income tax. The fund invests primarily in investment-grade securities, the interest from which is excludable from gross income for federal income tax purposes (referred to herein as "tax-exempt securities"). During normal market conditions, at least 80% of its net assets will consist of tax-exempt securities. The fund's dollar-weighted average portfolio maturity is three years or less. At least 80% of the fund's annual net investment income dividends will be tax-exempt and excludable from the calculation of the federal alternative minimum tax for individual taxpayers.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its assets in equity securities of companies expected to benefit from the development and use of scientific and technological advances and improvements. It may invest up to 50% of its assets in foreign securities, including securities issued in emerging markets.
The investment seeks interest income that is exempt from federal income tax. The fund invests primarily in investment-grade securities the interest from which is excludable from gross income for federal income tax (referred to herein as "tax-exempt securities"). During normal market conditions, at least 80% of its net assets will consist of tax-exempt securities. The fund's dollar-weighted average portfolio maturity is 10 years or more. At least 80% of the fund's annual net investment income dividends will be tax-exempt and excludable from the calculation of the federal alternative minimum tax for individual taxpayers.
The investment seeks to provide Virginia investors with a high level of current interest income that is exempt from federal and Virginia state income taxes. The fund invests primarily in long-term investment-grade securities issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia, its political subdivisions, instrumentalities, and by other government entities, the interest on which is excludable from gross income for federal income tax and Virginia state income tax purposes. At least 80% of the fund's net assets will consist of Virginia tax-exempt securities. The fund's dollar-weighted average portfolio maturity is not restricted, but is expected to be greater than 10 years.
The investment seeks capital appreciation. The fund invests its assets primarily in equity securities of both foreign (including emerging markets) and domestic issuers. The "equity securities" in which the fund principally invests are common stocks, depositary receipts, preferred stocks, securities convertible into common stocks, and securities that carry the right to buy common stocks.
The investment seeks to provide the investors as high a level of current income exempt from Utah state and regular Federal income taxes as is consistent with preservation of capital. Under normal circumstances, at least 80% of the fund's net assets will be invested in municipal obligations that pay interest exempt, in the opinion of bond counsel, from Utah state individual and regular Federal income taxes, the income paid upon which will not be subject to the Federal alternative minimum tax on individuals. These obligations can be of any maturity, but the fund's weighted average maturity has traditionally been between 5 and 15 years. It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks to provide the investors as high a level of current income exempt from Utah state and regular Federal income taxes as is consistent with preservation of capital. Under normal circumstances, at least 80% of the fund's net assets will be invested in municipal obligations that pay interest exempt, in the opinion of bond counsel, from Utah state individual and regular Federal income taxes, the income paid upon which will not be subject to the Federal alternative minimum tax on individuals. These obligations can be of any maturity, but the fund's weighted average maturity has traditionally been between 5 and 15 years. It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks to provide the investors as high a level of current income exempt from Utah state and regular Federal income taxes as is consistent with preservation of capital. Under normal circumstances, at least 80% of the fund's net assets will be invested in municipal obligations that pay interest exempt, in the opinion of bond counsel, from Utah state individual and regular Federal income taxes, the income paid upon which will not be subject to the Federal alternative minimum tax on individuals. These obligations can be of any maturity, but the fund's weighted average maturity has traditionally been between 5 and 15 years. It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks to maximize total return, consisting of capital appreciation and current income. The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus borrowings for investment purposes, if any) in bonds andu002For instruments that provide exposure to bond markets. It will invest at least 75% of its net assets in securities that, at the time of purchase, are rated investment grade by an independent rating agency (or, if unrated, are deemed to be of comparable quality by the Advisor), but may invest up to 25% in securities rated below investment grade (also known as lower-rated or "junk bonds").
The investment seeks to maximize total return, consisting of capital appreciation and current income. The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus borrowings for investment purposes, if any) in bonds andu002For instruments that provide exposure to bond markets. It will invest at least 75% of its net assets in securities that, at the time of purchase, are rated investment grade by an independent rating agency (or, if unrated, are deemed to be of comparable quality by the Advisor), but may invest up to 25% in securities rated below investment grade (also known as lower-rated or "junk bonds").
The investment seeks interest income that is exempt from federal income tax. The fund invests primarily in investment-grade securities, the interest from which is excludable from gross income for federal income tax purposes (referred to herein as "tax-exempt securities"). During normal market conditions, at least 80% of its net assets will consist of tax-exempt securities. The fund's dollar-weighted average portfolio maturity is between three and 10 years. At least 80% of the fund's annual net investment income dividends will be tax-exempt and excludable from the calculation of the federal alternative minimum tax for individual taxpayers.
The investment seeks interest income that is exempt from federal income tax. The fund invests primarily in investment-grade securities the interest from which is excludable from gross income for federal income tax (referred to herein as "tax-exempt securities"). During normal market conditions, at least 80% of its net assets will consist of tax-exempt securities. The fund's dollar-weighted average portfolio maturity is 10 years or more. At least 80% of the fund's annual net investment income dividends will be tax-exempt and excludable from the calculation of the federal alternative minimum tax for individual taxpayers.
The investment seeks interest income that is exempt from federal income tax. The fund invests primarily in investment-grade securities, the interest from which is excludable from gross income for federal income tax purposes (referred to herein as "tax-exempt securities"). During normal market conditions, at least 80% of its net assets will consist of tax-exempt securities. The fund's dollar-weighted average portfolio maturity is three years or less. At least 80% of the fund's annual net investment income dividends will be tax-exempt and excludable from the calculation of the federal alternative minimum tax for individual taxpayers.
The investment seeks to provide high current income consistent with preservation of principal. The fund normally invests at least 80% of the fund's assets in investment-grade debt securities that have a dollar-weighted average portfolio maturity of 18 months or less. The fund will invest primarily in U.S. dollar-denominated debt securities that may include, but are not limited to, obligations of U.S., state, and local governments, their agencies and instrumentalities; mortgage- and asset-backed securities; corporate debt securities; repurchase agreements; and other securities believed to have debt-like characteristics.
The investment seeks to provide high current income consistent with preservation of principal. The fund normally invests at least 80% of the fund's assets in investment-grade debt securities that have a dollar-weighted average portfolio maturity of 18 months or less. The fund will invest primarily in U.S. dollar-denominated debt securities that may include, but are not limited to, obligations of U.S., state, and local governments, their agencies and instrumentalities; mortgage- and asset-backed securities; corporate debt securities; repurchase agreements; and other securities believed to have debt-like characteristics.
The investment seeks to provide Virginia investors with a high level of current interest income that is exempt from federal and Virginia state income taxes. The fund invests primarily in long-term investment-grade securities issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia, its political subdivisions, instrumentalities, and by other government entities, the interest on which is excludable from gross income for federal income tax and Virginia state income tax purposes. At least 80% of the fund's net assets will consist of Virginia tax-exempt securities. The fund's dollar-weighted average portfolio maturity is not restricted, but is expected to be greater than 10 years.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. The fund invests its assets primarily in equity securities of companies that are considered to be undervalued. Although the fund will invest primarily in U.S. securities, it may invest up to 20% of its total assets in foreign securities including securities issued in emerging markets.
The investment seeks a high level of current interest income that is exempt from federal and California state income taxes. The fund invests primarily in long-term investment-grade securities issued by the state of California, its political subdivisions, instrumentalities, and by other government entities, the interest on which is excludable from gross income for federal income tax and California state income tax purposes. During normal market conditions, at least 80% of the fund's net assets will consist of California tax-exempt securities. Its dollar-weighted average portfolio maturity is not restricted, but is expected to be greater than 10 years.
The investment seeks to maximize total return. Under normal market conditions, the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus borrowings for investment purposes) in investment-grade fixed-income securities. Investment-grade fixed-income securities are securities rated at least BBB- by S&P Global Ratings, or Baa3 by Moody's Investors Service, Inc., or BBB- by Fitch Ratings, or have an equivalent rating by a Nationally Recognized Statistical Rating Organization ("NRSRO"), or are deemed by the sub-adviser to be of comparable quality if unrated.
The investment seeks to provide total returns that exceed over time the Russell 1000 Value Index ("index") through investment in equity securities. The fund invests, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of net assets in a portfolio comprised of equity securities of large market capitalization companies traded in the U.S. that are deemed to be attractive by the portfolio management team. Generally, large-cap companies will include companies whose market capitalizations, at the time of purchase, are equal to or greater than the market capitalization of the smallest company in the Russell 1000 Index during the most recent 12-month period.
The investment seeks total return through growth of capital and current income. The fund invests in a diversified portfolio of common stocks represented in the S&P 500 Equal Weight Index (the underlying index). The underlying index assigns each common stock included in the S&P 500 Index an equal weight at each rebalance. The funds portfolio managers, will generally adjust its investment securities to correspond with changes made to the underlying index.
The investment seeks total return through growth of capital and current income. The fund invests in a diversified portfolio of common stocks represented in the S&P 500 Equal Weight Index (the underlying index). The underlying index assigns each common stock included in the S&P 500 Index an equal weight at each rebalance. The funds portfolio managers, will generally adjust its investment securities to correspond with changes made to the underlying index.
The investment seeks total return through growth of capital and current income. The fund invests in a diversified portfolio of common stocks represented in the S&P 500 Equal Weight Index (the underlying index). The underlying index assigns each common stock included in the S&P 500 Index an equal weight at each rebalance. The funds portfolio managers, will generally adjust its investment securities to correspond with changes made to the underlying index.
The investment seeks total return through growth of capital and current income. The fund invests in a diversified portfolio of common stocks represented in the S&P 500 Equal Weight Index (the underlying index). The underlying index assigns each common stock included in the S&P 500 Index an equal weight at each rebalance. The funds portfolio managers, will generally adjust its investment securities to correspond with changes made to the underlying index.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund seeks to achieve its objective by investing its assets in a mix of underlying affiliated and unaffiliated mutual funds and exchange-traded funds ("ETFs"). Under normal circumstances, it will invest at least 80% of its net assets in underlying funds which substantially invest directly and indirectly in real assets. Real assets are broadly defined by the fund and include: global real estate; natural resources; commodities; global infrastructure; energy midstream MLPs, General Partners and C-corporations that own midstream oil and natural gas assets; etc. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks total return through growth of capital and current income. The fund invests in a diversified portfolio of common stocks represented in the S&P 500 Equal Weight Index (the underlying index). The underlying index assigns each common stock included in the S&P 500 Index an equal weight at each rebalance. The funds portfolio managers, will generally adjust its investment securities to correspond with changes made to the underlying index.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) in securities of U.S. issuers. It invests primarily in securities that are considered by the fund's portfolio managers to have potential for earnings or revenue growth. The fund may invest up to 20% of its net assets in securities of foreign issuers.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) in securities of U.S. issuers. It invests primarily in securities that are considered by the fund's portfolio managers to have potential for earnings or revenue growth. The fund may invest up to 20% of its net assets in securities of foreign issuers.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) in securities of U.S. issuers. It invests primarily in securities that are considered by the fund's portfolio managers to have potential for earnings or revenue growth. The fund may invest up to 20% of its net assets in securities of foreign issuers.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) in securities of U.S. issuers. It invests primarily in securities that are considered by the fund's portfolio managers to have potential for earnings or revenue growth. The fund may invest up to 20% of its net assets in securities of foreign issuers.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) in securities of U.S. issuers. It invests primarily in securities that are considered by the fund's portfolio managers to have potential for earnings or revenue growth. The fund may invest up to 20% of its net assets in securities of foreign issuers.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) in securities of U.S. issuers. It invests primarily in securities that are considered by the fund's portfolio managers to have potential for earnings or revenue growth. The fund may invest up to 20% of its net assets in securities of foreign issuers.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests primarily in common stocks of companies that its portfolio managers believe have long-term capital appreciation potential and are expected to grow faster than the U.S. economy. The portfolio managers will consider companies of any size or market capitalization. It may invest in real estate investment trusts (REITs).
The investment seeks to maximize current income; capital appreciation is a secondary objective. The fund invests at least 80% of its assets (including borrowings for investment purposes) in bonds and other debt instruments ("80% Policy"). It invests principally in debt obligations issued or guaranteed by the U.S. government and by U.S. corporations. The U.S. government securities in which the fund may invest include a variety of securities that are issued or guaranteed as to the payment of principal and interest by the U.S. government, and by various agencies or instrumentalities that have been established or sponsored by the U.S. government.
The investment seeks growth through investments in a combination of the funds of VC II and VALIC Company I ("VC I"), another investment company managed by The Variable Annuity Life Insurance Company ("VALIC") ("underlying funds"). As a fund-of-funds, the fund's principal investment strategy is to allocate assets among a combination of the underlying funds that, in turn, invest directly in a wide range of portfolio securities (like stocks and bonds). The fund uses asset allocation strategies to determine how much to invest in the underlying funds.
The investment seeks to provide inflation protection and income consistent with investment in inflation-indexed securities. The fund invests at least 80% of its assets in inflation-indexed bonds issued by the U.S. government, its agencies and instrumentalities, and corporations. It may invest in bonds of any maturity; however, its dollar-weighted average maturity is expected to be in the range of 7 to 20 years. At a minimum, all bonds purchased by the fund will be rated investment-grade or, if unrated, will be considered by the advisor to be investment-grade.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. Under normal market conditions, the Advisor selects equity securities that he believes are out of favor and undervalued. The Advisor then attempts to purchase the securities and hold them until it believes that the securities have reached their fair value. To earn additional income, the fund, through its agent, may lend its portfolio securities to broker-dealers amounting to no more than 33-1u002F3% of the total assets of the fund (including any collateral posted) or 50% of the total assets of the fund (excluding any collateral posted).
The investment seeks long-term total return from both capital appreciation and, secondarily, dividend income. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets in equity securities that pay or are expected to pay dividends. It may invest in companies of any size, from larger, well-established companies to smaller companies. The fund may also invest in foreign securities, provided that they are publicly traded in the United States, including in ADRs.
The investment seeks long-term total return from both capital appreciation and, secondarily, dividend income. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets in equity securities that pay or are expected to pay dividends. It may invest in companies of any size, from larger, well-established companies to smaller companies. The fund may also invest in foreign securities, provided that they are publicly traded in the United States, including in ADRs.
The investment seeks capital appreciation and income consistent with its asset allocation. The fund allocates its assets amongst equity securities, fixed income securities and money market instruments. It invests not less than 50% of its net assets in common or preferred stocks or securities convertible into common stock which may or may not pay dividends. The balance of the fund's net assets are primarily invested in U.S. government securities, investment grade debt securities rated at the time of purchase from the highest (AAA) to medium (BBB) quality, other fixed income securities or cash equivalents.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. To achieve the fund's investment objective, the adviser invests substantially all of the fund's assets in common stock. Under normal circumstances, the Adviser expects that the fund's portfolio will generally consist of positions in 25 to 50 companies. During the investment selection process, the Adviser performs fundamental and quantitative analysis on each company and utilizes the rankings of companies by the Value Line Timeliness Ranking System to assist in selecting securities for purchase.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. The fund invests at least 80% of the fund's net assets in a diversified portfolio of U.S. equity securities with favorable growth prospects. It may invest in small, mid or large capitalization companies, including foreign companies. There are no set limitations of investments according to a companys size or to a sector weighting.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. Under normal market conditions, the Advisor selects equity securities that he believes are out of favor and undervalued. The Advisor then attempts to purchase the securities and hold them until it believes that the securities have reached their fair value. To earn additional income, the fund, through its agent, may lend its portfolio securities to broker-dealers amounting to no more than 33-1u002F3% of the total assets of the fund (including any collateral posted) or 50% of the total assets of the fund (excluding any collateral posted).
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation principally through investments in medium capitalization equity securities, such as common and preferred stocks and securities convertible into common stocks. The fund invests at least 80% of net assets in the equity securities and equity related instruments of mid-cap companies. Generally, mid-cap companies will include companies whose market capitalizations, at the time of purchase, range from the market capitalization of the smallest company included in the Russell Midcap Index to the market capitalization of the largest company in the Russell Midcap Index during the most recent 12-month period.
The investment seeks to provide monthly dividends that are excluded from gross income for federal income tax purposes and are exempt from New York State and New York City personal income taxes; it also seeks to protect the value of the investors' investment. The fund normally invests at least 80% of the value of its assets in municipal obligations whose interest payments are excluded from gross income for federal income tax purposes and exempt from New York State and New York City personal income taxes, and not subject to the federal alternative minimum tax on individuals. The average dollar weighted maturity will be between three and twelve years.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The manager employs a systematic, technical trend-following futures investment strategy that attempts to capture large directional moves in futures contracts to produce risk-adjusted returns with a low correlation to broad-based equity market indexes such as the S&P 500 Index or the MSCI World Index. A significant portion of the assets of the fund may be invested directly or indirectly in cash equivalents, U.S. government securities and other short-term, high grade debt instruments.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The manager employs a systematic, technical trend-following futures investment strategy that attempts to capture large directional moves in futures contracts to produce risk-adjusted returns with a low correlation to broad-based equity market indexes such as the S&P 500 Index or the MSCI World Index. A significant portion of the assets of the fund may be invested directly or indirectly in cash equivalents, U.S. government securities and other short-term, high grade debt instruments.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The manager employs a systematic, technical trend-following futures investment strategy that attempts to capture large directional moves in futures contracts to produce risk-adjusted returns with a low correlation to broad-based equity market indexes such as the S&P 500 Index or the MSCI World Index. A significant portion of the assets of the fund may be invested directly or indirectly in cash equivalents, U.S. government securities and other short-term, high grade debt instruments.
The investment seeks capital appreciation. The fund invests, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) in securities of small-capitalization companies, and in other instruments that have economic characteristics similar to such securities. It invests primarily in equity securities of small-capitalization companies that the fund's investment adviser believes have above-average potential for capital appreciation. The fund may invest up to 25% of its net assets in securities of foreign issuers.
The investment seeks capital appreciation and some current income. The fund invests in other Vanguard mutual funds according to a fixed formula that reflects an allocation of approximately 80% of the fund's assets to common stocks and 20% to bonds. Its indirect bond holdings are a diversified mix of short-, intermediate-, and long-term U.S. government, U.S. agency, and investment-grade U.S. corporate bonds; mortgage-backed and asset-backed securities; and government, agency, corporate, and securitized investment-grade foreign bonds issued in currencies other than the U.S. dollar (but hedged by Vanguard to minimize foreign currency exposure).
The investment seeks current income and some capital appreciation. The fund invests in other Vanguard mutual funds according to a fixed formula that reflects an allocation of approximately 80% of the fund's assets to bonds and 20% to common stocks. Its indirect bond holdings are a diversified mix of short-, intermediate-, and long-term U.S. government, U.S. agency, and investment-grade U.S. corporate bonds; mortgage-backed and asset-backed securities; and government, agency, corporate, and securitized investment-grade foreign bonds issued in currencies other than the U.S. dollar (but hedged by Vanguard to minimize foreign currency exposure).
The investment seeks to provide long-term capital growth. Under normal market conditions, the fund invests at least 80% of net assets in the equity securities of small-cap companies. Typically, the fund invests in securities of companies with a history of above-average growth, as well as companies expected to have above-average growth. A company will be considered a small-cap company if its market capitalization, at time of purchase, is equal to or less than the largest company in the Russell 2000 Index during the most recent 12-month period.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation and income. The fund invests mainly in the stocks of mid-size U.S. companies, choosing stocks considered by an advisor to be undervalued. Undervalued stocks are generally those that are out of favor with investors and are trading at prices that the advisor believes are below average in relation to measures such as earnings and book value. These stocks often have above-average dividend yields. It uses multiple investment advisors.
The investment seeks long-term total return, which consists of capital appreciation and income. The fund seeks to achieve its objective by investing in common stocks of companies that the sub-adviser has identified as financially sound but out-of-favor that provide above-average potential total returns and sell at below-average priceu002Fearnings multiples. It may buy securities issued by companies of any size or market capitalization range and at times might increase its emphasis on securities of issuers in a particular capitalization range. The fund may invest in securities of foreign issuers, including emerging market securities.
The investment seeks as high a level of current income exempt from federal income tax and from the Arizona state personal income tax as is consistent with preservation of capital. Under normal circumstances, the fund will invest at least 80% of its net assets, plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes, in municipal securities the income from which is exempt from federal income tax, including the federal alternative minimum tax, and from Arizona state personal income taxes. It will generally have a dollar-weighted average effective maturity of between 5 and 30 years.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a benchmark index that measures the investment return of the overall U.S. stock market with 60% of its assets; the fund seeks to track the performance of a broad, market-weighted bond index with 40% of its assets. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of two benchmark indexes. With approximately 60% of its assets, the fund seeks to track the investment performance of the CRSP US Total Market Index. With approximately 40% of its assets, the fund seeks to track the investment performance of the Bloomberg Barclays U.S. Aggregate Float Adjusted Index.
The investment seeks total return through capital appreciation. The fund seeks to achieve its investment objective by investing primarily in equity securities of U.S. large- and mid-cap companies. Companies are determined to be large- or mid-cap based on the inclusion of their equity securities in the MSCI USA Value Index, whose constituents are companies that exhibit certain value qualities, as defined by the index provider, such as lower price-to-book ratios, lower prices relative to forecasted earnings, and higher dividend yields.
The investment seeks to provide income and long-term growth of capital. The fund is a "fund of funds", which means it pursues its investment objective by investing primarily in other investment companies, including exchange-traded funds ("ETFs") ("underlying funds"). It will typically invest in affiliated underlying funds advised by the Adviser ("Victory Funds"). The fund will invest at least 40% of its net assets in underlying funds that will provide the fund with exposure to equity securities and at least 30% of its net assets in underlying funds that will provide the fund with exposure to fixed income securities.
The investment seeks to provide income and long-term growth of capital. The fund is a "fund of funds", which means it pursues its investment objective by investing primarily in other investment companies, including exchange-traded funds ("ETFs") ("underlying funds"). It will typically invest in affiliated underlying funds advised by the Adviser ("Victory Funds"). The fund will invest at least 40% of its net assets in underlying funds that will provide the fund with exposure to equity securities and at least 30% of its net assets in underlying funds that will provide the fund with exposure to fixed income securities.
The investment seeks to provide income and long-term growth of capital. The fund is a "fund of funds", which means it pursues its investment objective by investing primarily in other investment companies, including exchange-traded funds ("ETFs") ("underlying funds"). It will typically invest in affiliated underlying funds advised by the Adviser ("Victory Funds"). The fund will invest at least 40% of its net assets in underlying funds that will provide the fund with exposure to equity securities and at least 30% of its net assets in underlying funds that will provide the fund with exposure to fixed income securities.
The investment seeks high total return from both current income and capital appreciation. The fund seeks to generate high total return from both current income and capital appreciation by investing primarily in intermediate-term debt securities across 14 fixed income sectors. It seeks to achieve its objective by applying a time-tested approach of active sector rotation, extensive credit research and disciplined risk management designed to capitalize on opportunities across undervalued areas of the fixed income markets.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a benchmark index that measures the investment return of the overall U.S. stock market with 60% of its assets; the fund seeks to track the performance of a broad, market-weighted bond index with 40% of its assets. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of two benchmark indexes. With approximately 60% of its assets, the fund seeks to track the investment performance of the CRSP US Total Market Index. With approximately 40% of its assets, the fund seeks to track the investment performance of the Bloomberg Barclays U.S. Aggregate Float Adjusted Index.
The investment seeks the performance of the Bloomberg Barclays U.S. 5-10 Year Governmentu002FCredit Float Adjusted Index. Bloomberg Barclays U.S. 5-10 Year Governmentu002FCredit Float Adjusted Index includes all medium and larger issues of U.S. government, investment-grade corporate and investment-grade international dollar-denominated bonds that have maturities between 5 and 10 years and are publicly issued. All of its investments will be selected through the sampling process, and at least 80% of its assets will be invested in bonds held in the index.
The investment seeks the performance of the Bloomberg Barclays U.S. 5-10 Year Governmentu002FCredit Float Adjusted Index. Bloomberg Barclays U.S. 5-10 Year Governmentu002FCredit Float Adjusted Index includes all medium and larger issues of U.S. government, investment-grade corporate and investment-grade international dollar-denominated bonds that have maturities between 5 and 10 years and are publicly issued. All of its investments will be selected through the sampling process, and at least 80% of its assets will be invested in bonds held in the index.
The investment seeks the performance of the Bloomberg Barclays U.S. 5-10 Year Governmentu002FCredit Float Adjusted Index. Bloomberg Barclays U.S. 5-10 Year Governmentu002FCredit Float Adjusted Index includes all medium and larger issues of U.S. government, investment-grade corporate and investment-grade international dollar-denominated bonds that have maturities between 5 and 10 years and are publicly issued. All of its investments will be selected through the sampling process, and at least 80% of its assets will be invested in bonds held in the index.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a benchmark index that measures the investment return of the overall U.S. stock market with 60% of its assets; the fund seeks to track the performance of a broad, market-weighted bond index with 40% of its assets. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of two benchmark indexes. With approximately 60% of its assets, the fund seeks to track the investment performance of the CRSP US Total Market Index. With approximately 40% of its assets, the fund seeks to track the investment performance of the Bloomberg Barclays U.S. Aggregate Float Adjusted Index.
The investment seeks to track the performance of Bloomberg Barclays U.S. 1-5 Year Governmentu002FCredit Float Adjusted Index. Bloomberg Barclays U.S. 1-5 Year Governmentu002FCredit Float Adjusted Index includes all medium and larger issues of U.S. government, investment-grade corporate, and investment-grade international dollar-denominated bonds that have maturities between 1 and 5 years and are publicly issued. All of its investments will be selected through the sampling process, and at least 80% of its assets will be invested in bonds held in the index.
The investment seeks to track the performance of Bloomberg Barclays U.S. 1-5 Year Governmentu002FCredit Float Adjusted Index. Bloomberg Barclays U.S. 1-5 Year Governmentu002FCredit Float Adjusted Index includes all medium and larger issues of U.S. government, investment-grade corporate, and investment-grade international dollar-denominated bonds that have maturities between 1 and 5 years and are publicly issued. All of its investments will be selected through the sampling process, and at least 80% of its assets will be invested in bonds held in the index.
The investment seeks to track the performance of Bloomberg Barclays U.S. 1-5 Year Governmentu002FCredit Float Adjusted Index. Bloomberg Barclays U.S. 1-5 Year Governmentu002FCredit Float Adjusted Index includes all medium and larger issues of U.S. government, investment-grade corporate, and investment-grade international dollar-denominated bonds that have maturities between 1 and 5 years and are publicly issued. All of its investments will be selected through the sampling process, and at least 80% of its assets will be invested in bonds held in the index.
The investment seeks to track the performance of Bloomberg Barclays U.S. 1-5 Year Governmentu002FCredit Float Adjusted Index. Bloomberg Barclays U.S. 1-5 Year Governmentu002FCredit Float Adjusted Index includes all medium and larger issues of U.S. government, investment-grade corporate, and investment-grade international dollar-denominated bonds that have maturities between 1 and 5 years and are publicly issued. All of its investments will be selected through the sampling process, and at least 80% of its assets will be invested in bonds held in the index.
The investment seeks the performance of the Bloomberg Barclays U.S. 5-10 Year Governmentu002FCredit Float Adjusted Index. Bloomberg Barclays U.S. 5-10 Year Governmentu002FCredit Float Adjusted Index includes all medium and larger issues of U.S. government, investment-grade corporate and investment-grade international dollar-denominated bonds that have maturities between 5 and 10 years and are publicly issued. All of its investments will be selected through the sampling process, and at least 80% of its assets will be invested in bonds held in the index.
The investment seeks to track the performance of the Bloomberg Barclays U.S. Long Governmentu002FCredit Float Adjusted Index. Bloomberg Barclays U.S. Long Governmentu002FCredit Float Adjusted Index includes all medium and larger issues of U.S. government, investment-grade corporate, and investment-grade international dollar-denominated bonds that have maturities of greater than 10 years and are publicly issued. All of its investments will be selected through the sampling process, and at least 80% of the fund's assets will be invested in bonds held in the index.
The investment seeks to track the performance of the Bloomberg Barclays U.S. Long Governmentu002FCredit Float Adjusted Index. Bloomberg Barclays U.S. Long Governmentu002FCredit Float Adjusted Index includes all medium and larger issues of U.S. government, investment-grade corporate, and investment-grade international dollar-denominated bonds that have maturities of greater than 10 years and are publicly issued. All of its investments will be selected through the sampling process, and at least 80% of the fund's assets will be invested in bonds held in the index.
The investment seeks the performance of Bloomberg Barclays U.S. Aggregate Float Adjusted Index. Bloomberg Barclays U.S. Aggregate Float Adjusted Index measures the performance of a wide spectrum of public, investment-grade, taxable, fixed income securities in the United States-including government, corporate, and international dollar-denominated bonds, as well as mortgage-backed and asset-backed securities-all with maturities of more than 1 year. All of its investments will be selected through the sampling process, and at least 80% of its assets will be invested in bonds held in the index.
The investment seeks the performance of Bloomberg Barclays U.S. Aggregate Float Adjusted Index. Bloomberg Barclays U.S. Aggregate Float Adjusted Index measures the performance of a wide spectrum of public, investment-grade, taxable, fixed income securities in the United States-including government, corporate, and international dollar-denominated bonds, as well as mortgage-backed and asset-backed securities-all with maturities of more than 1 year. All of its investments will be selected through the sampling process, and at least 80% of its assets will be invested in bonds held in the index.
The investment seeks the performance of Bloomberg Barclays U.S. Aggregate Float Adjusted Index. Bloomberg Barclays U.S. Aggregate Float Adjusted Index measures the performance of a wide spectrum of public, investment-grade, taxable, fixed income securities in the United States-including government, corporate, and international dollar-denominated bonds, as well as mortgage-backed and asset-backed securities-all with maturities of more than 1 year. All of its investments will be selected through the sampling process, and at least 80% of its assets will be invested in bonds held in the index.
The investment seeks the performance of Bloomberg Barclays U.S. Aggregate Float Adjusted Index. Bloomberg Barclays U.S. Aggregate Float Adjusted Index measures the performance of a wide spectrum of public, investment-grade, taxable, fixed income securities in the United States-including government, corporate, and international dollar-denominated bonds, as well as mortgage-backed and asset-backed securities-all with maturities of more than 1 year. All of its investments will be selected through the sampling process, and at least 80% of its assets will be invested in bonds held in the index.
The investment seeks maximum aggregate rate of return over the long term through controlled investment risk by adjusting its investment mix among stocks, long-term debt securities and short-term money market securities. The fund is an asset allocation fund that the manager attempts to maximize returns with a mix of stocks, bonds and money market securities. The Subadviser buys and sells securities for the fund by changing its investment mix among common stocks, intermediate- and long-term bonds (fixed income securities) and money market securities. As a result, its investments may change often. The fund can invest 100% in just one of these asset classes.
The investment seeks to provide a higher level of current income than shorter-term bonds, but with less share-price fluctuation than longer-term bonds. The fund invests primarily in high-quality municipal bonds issued by California state and local governments, as well as by regional governmental and public financing authorities. At least 80% of its assets will be invested in securities whose income is exempt from federal and California state taxes. Although the fund has no limitations on the maturities of individual securities, its dollar-weighted average maturity is expected to be between 6 and 12 years. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks to provide a higher level of current income than shorter-term bonds, but with less share-price fluctuation than longer-term bonds. The fund invests primarily in high-quality municipal bonds issued by California state and local governments, as well as by regional governmental and public financing authorities. At least 80% of its assets will be invested in securities whose income is exempt from federal and California state taxes. Although the fund has no limitations on the maturities of individual securities, its dollar-weighted average maturity is expected to be between 6 and 12 years. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks long-term capital growth; income is a secondary objective. The fund pursues long-term capital appreciation by investing, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of net assets in the common stocks of large- and mid-cap blue chip growth companies. Generally, large- and mid-cap stocks will include companies whose market capitalizations, at the time of purchase, are greater than or equal to the smallest company included in the Russell Midcap Index.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation by investing primarily in a broadly diversified portfolio of stocks and other equity securities of U.S. companies. The fund invests in equity securities of large-sized U.S. companies similar in size, at the time of purchase, to those within the Russell 1000 Growth Index. In order to generate additional income, the fund may lend portfolio securities to broker-dealers and other financial institutions provided that the value of the loaned securities does not exceed 30% of the fund's total assets.
The investment seeks the highest possible total return consistent with conservation of capital through investments in medium- to high-quality fixed-income securities. The fund invests, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of net assets in medium- to high-quality fixed-income securities, including corporate debt securities of domestic and foreign companies, or in securities issued or guaranteed by the U.S. government, mortgage-backed or asset-backed securities.
The investment seeks the highest possible total return consistent with preservation of capital. The fund invests at least 75% of the fund's total assets in investment-grade, intermediate- and long-term corporate bonds, including dollar denominated foreign corporate bonds, securities issued or guaranteed by the U.S. government, mortgage- backed securities, asset-backed securities, securities issued by the Federal National Mortgage Association or the Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation, CMOs, and high quality money market securities. It may lend portfolio securities to broker-dealers and other financial institutions.
The investment seeks to provide long-term growth of capital through investment primarily in equity securities. The fund invests primarily in quality large-cap companies with long-term growth potential. It invests, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of net assets, at the time of purchase, in equity securities, consisting primarily of common stocks. The fund may lend portfolio securities to broker-dealers and other financial institutions provided that the value of the loaned securities does not exceed 30% of the fund's total assets.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a benchmark index. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the MSCI US Investable Market Indexu002FConsumer Discretionary 25u002F50, an index made up of stocks of large, mid-size, and small U.S. companies within the consumer discretionary sector, as classified under the Global Industry Classification Standard. The Advisor attempts to replicate the target index by seeking to invest all, or substantially all, of its assets in the stocks that make up the index, in order to hold each stock in approximately the same proportion as its weighting in the index. It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. Under normal market conditions, the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in equity securities of foreign issues. It may also invest up to 30% of its total assets in emerging market equity securities. The fund will invest in securities of at least three different countries, including the United States. It normally invests in common stock, preferred stock, rights, warrants and American Depository Receipts (ADRs). The Subadviser uses bottom-up stock selection, based on in-depth fundamental research as the cornerstone of their investment process.
The investment seeks to provide long-term growth of capital through investment in common stocks. The fund seeks to achieve a higher risk-adjusted performance than the Russell 1000 Index (the index) over the long term through a proprietary selection process employed by the funds Subadviser. In order to generate additional income, the fund may lend portfolio securities to broker-dealers and other financial institutions provided that the value of the loaned securities does not exceed 30% of the fund's total assets.
The investment seeks capital appreciation. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of value of its net assets in equity securities of emerging market companies and other investments that are tied economically to emerging markets. The fund may invest in securities denominated in U.S. dollars, other major reserve currencies, such as the euro, yen and pound sterling, and currencies of other countries in which it can invest.
The investment seeks current income and low to moderate growth of capital. As a fund-of-funds, the fund's principal investment strategy is to allocate assets among a combination of the underlying funds that, in turn, invest directly in a wide range of portfolio securities (like stocks and bonds). The fund invests a larger portion of its assets in underlying funds that invest in securities that generate current income, and generally has a lower risk level than the Aggressive Growth Lifestyle Fund and Moderate Growth Lifestyle Fund.
The investment seeks long-term capital growth. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 65% of its assets in equity securities of large market capitalization companies. The fund invests in a select group of large market capitalization growth companies believed to be undervalued relative to their future growth potential. The investment strategy emphasizes companies the subadviser believes to have a sustainable competitive advantage, strong management and low financial risk, and to be able to grow over market cycles. Although the fund invests primarily in U.S. companies, it may invest in foreign securities and depositary receipts.
The investment seeks high current income and protection of capital through investments in intermediate and long-term U.S. government debt securities. The fund invests at least 80% of net assets in intermediate- and long-term U.S. government and government-sponsored debt securities. The fund may also invest in mortgage-backed securities, asset-backed securities, repurchase agreements, high quality corporate debt securities and high quality domestic money market securities. In addition, the fund may invest up to 20% of its net assets in high quality foreign investments payable in U.S. dollars.
The investment seeks long-term capital growth. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets in the common stocks of companies engaged in the research, development, production, or distribution of products or services related to health care, medicine, or the life sciences (collectively termed "health sciences"). While the fund can invest in companies of any size, the majority of fund assets are expected to be invested in large- and mid-cap companies. The fund may invest up to 35% of its total assets in foreign stocks, which include non-dollar denominated securities traded outside the U.S.
The investment seeks highest possible total return and income consistent with conservation of capital through investment in a diversified portfolio of high yielding, high risk fixed-income securities. At least 80% of the fund's net assets are invested, under normal circumstances, in high-yield, below-investment grade fixed-income securities. These securities are rated below Baa3 by Moody's or BBB- by S&P or determined to be of comparable quality by the subadviser. Up to 15% of the fund's net assets can be rated below Caa3 by Moody's or CCC- by S&P or its equivalent rating by another Nationally Recognized Statistical Ratings Organization.
The investment seeks long-term capital growth through investments in equity securities that, as a group, are expected to provide investment results closely corresponding to the performance of the MSCI EAFE Index (the "index"). The fund invests, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of net assets in stocks that are in the index. In order to generate additional income, the fund may lend portfolio securities to broker-dealers and other financial institutions provided that the value of the loaned securities does not exceed 30% of the fund's total assets.
The investment seeks high current income. The fund invests primarily in investment grade government and government sponsored debt securities. Under normal circumstances, at least 80% of net assets of the fund must be government issued, sponsored, or guaranteed. It invests at least 65% of total assets in investment grade debt securities. The fund may invest up to 35% of total assets in below investment grade securities ("junk bonds"). Additionally, the Subadviser may attempt to hedge currency exposure, and may invest up to 50% of total assets in futures and options (derivatives), for currency hedging purposes. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks capital growth by investing in common stocks; income is a secondary objective. The fund seeks to achieve its objective by investing primarily in a diversified portfolio of equity securities including common stock, preferred stock and convertible securities. Under normal circumstances, the fund will invest at least 80% of its net assets in dividend paying equity securities. The fund may invest in securities of companies with any market capitalization, but will generally focus on large cap securities.
The investment seeks capital appreciation. The subadviser seeks to achieve the fund's objective by investing primarily in established companies on an international basis, with capitalizations within the range of companies included in the MSCI ACWI ex USA Index. The subadviser emphasizes a bottom-up stock selection process, seeking attractive investments on an individual company basis. In selecting securities for investment, the subadviser seeks high-quality, established companies that the subadviser believes are undervalued at the time of purchase.
The investment seeks to provide current income that is exempt from both federal and California personal income taxes. The fund invests primarily in high-quality municipal bonds issued by California state and local governments, as well as by regional governmental and public financing authorities. At least 80% of its assets will be invested in securities whose income is exempt from federal and California state taxes. Although the fund has no limitations on the maturities of individual securities, its dollar-weighted average maturity is expected to be between 10 and 25 years. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks to provide current income that is exempt from both federal and California personal income taxes. The fund invests primarily in high-quality municipal bonds issued by California state and local governments, as well as by regional governmental and public financing authorities. At least 80% of its assets will be invested in securities whose income is exempt from federal and California state taxes. Although the fund has no limitations on the maturities of individual securities, its dollar-weighted average maturity is expected to be between 10 and 25 years. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks long-term capital growth through investments in the stocks that are included in the Nasdaq-100 Index. The Subadviser invests, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of the fund's net assets in companies that are listed in the index. The index represents the largest and most active non-financial domestic and international securities listed on the NASDAQ Stock Market, based on market value (capitalization). It may concentrate its investments (invest more than 25% of its total assets) in the technology sector, in the proportion consistent with the industry weightings in the index. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a benchmark index. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the MSCI US Investable Market Indexu002FConsumer Staples 25u002F50, an index made up of stocks of large, mid-size, and small U.S. companies within the consumer staples sector, as classified under the Global Industry Classification Standard. The Advisor attempts to replicate the target index by seeking to invest all, or substantially all, of its assets in the stocks that make up the index, in order to hold each stock in approximately the same proportion as its weighting in the index. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks the highest possible total return and income consistent with conservation of capital through investment in a diversified portfolio of income producing securities. The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in a broad range of fixed-income securities, including: investment grade bonds (rated Baa or higher by Moody's Investor Services, Inc. and BBB or higher by Standard & Poor's Ratings Services; U.S. government and agency obligations; mortgage- and asset-backed securities; and U.S., Canadian, and foreign high risk, high yield, "junk bonds". Up to 50% of the fund's total assets may be invested in foreign securities.
The investment seeks capital appreciation. The fund invests, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) in securities of small-capitalization companies, and in other instruments that have economic characteristics similar to such securities. It invests primarily in equity securities of small-capitalization companies that the fund's investment adviser believes have above-average potential for capital appreciation. The fund may invest up to 25% of its net assets in securities of foreign issuers.
The investment seeks to provide growth of capital through investment primarily in a diversified portfolio of common stocks that, as a group, the sub-adviser believes may provide investment results closely corresponding to the performance of the Russell 2000 Index. The fund is managed to seek to track the performance of the index, which measures the performance of those Russell 2000 companies with higher price-to-book ratios and higher forecasted growth values. The Subadviser may endeavor to track the index by purchasing every stock included in the index, in the same proportions. Or, in the alternative, the Subadviser may invest in a sampling of index stocks.
The investment seeks to provide long-term capital growth. The fund normally invests at least 80% of net assets in stocks of small companies. A company is considered a "small" company if its total market value (capitalization), at the time of purchase, falls (i) within or below the range of companies in either the current Russell 2000 Index or the S&P SmallCap 600 Index or (ii) below the three-year average maximum market cap of companies in either index as of December 31 of the three preceding years. It may purchase stocks that have a market capitalization above the range if the companies appear to have better prospects for capital appreciation.
The investment seeks to obtain growth of capital through investment, primarily in equity securities of companies which meet the social criteria established for the fund. The fund will invest at least 80% of net assets in the equity securities of companies that meet the fund's social criteria located in at least three different countries, with at least 40% of net assets in foreign securities, or if conditions are unfavorable, at least 30% of net assets in foreign securities.
The investment seeks to obtain growth of capital through investment, primarily in equity securities, in companies which meet the social criteria established for the fund. The fund invests, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its net assets in the equity securities of U.S. companies meeting the fund's social criteria. To determine which companies meet the fund's social criteria, the sub-adviser incorporates into its investment process industry classifications and research services from an independent social research service.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund normally invests at least 80% of net assets in the common stocks of companies that are expected to benefit from the development, advancement, and use of science andu002For technology. It may invest up to 50% of its total assets in foreign securities. The fund may invest up to 30% of its total assets in companies organized or headquartered in emerging market countries, but no more than 20% of its total assets may be invested in any one emerging market country.
The investment seeks to provide maximum long-term return, consistent with reasonable risk to principal, by investing primarily in securities of small-cap companies in terms of revenues andu002For market capitalization. The fund invests, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its net assets in equity securities of small-cap companies. A company will be considered a small-cap company if its market capitalization, at time of purchase, is equal to or less than the largest company in the Russell 2000 Index during the most recent 12-month period.
The investment seeks as high a level of current income exempt from federal income tax and from the personal income tax in Colorado as is consistent with preservation of capital. Under normal circumstances, the fund will invest at least 80% of its net assets, plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes, in municipal securities the income from which is exempt from federal income tax, including the federal alternative minimum tax, and from Colorado state personal income taxes. It will generally have a dollar-weighted average effective maturity of between 5 and 30 years.
The investment seeks maximum real return. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets in inflation-indexed fixed income securities issued by domestic and foreign governments (including those in emerging market countries), their agencies or instrumentalities, and corporations and in derivative instruments that have economic characteristics similar to such securities. It invests primarily in investment grade securities rated Baa3 or higher by Moody's Investors Service, Inc. or BBB- or higher by S&P Global Ratings. The fund also may invest up to 50% of its total assets in securities denominated in foreign currencies.
The investment seeks long-term capital growth. The manager attempts to achieve its investment objective by investing primarily in common stock of companies that are selected based on such factors as strong earnings, strong sales and revenue growth and capital appreciation potential. The fund generally invests at least 65% of its total assets in equity securities. It may invest without limitation in the securities of foreign companies in the form of ADRs. In addition to ADRs, the fund may also invest up to 20% of its total assets in securities of foreign companies, including companies located in emerging markets.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests in a portfolio of stocks across the capitalization spectrum that are considered by the advisor to be undervalued. At the advisor's discretion, the portfolio may, at times, be relatively concentrated. Undervalued stocks are generally those that are out of favor with investors and currently trading at prices that the advisor feels are below what the stocks are worth compared with potential earnings, asset values, andu002For dividends. These stocks may or may not pay dividends.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a benchmark index that measures the investment return of common stocks of companies that have a record of increasing dividends over time. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the Nasdaq US Dividend Achievers Select Index, which consists of common stocks of companies that have a record of increasing dividends over time. The adviser attempts to replicate the target index by investing all, or substantially all, of its assets in the stocks that make up the index, holding each stock in approximately the same proportion as its weighting in the index.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a benchmark index that measures the investment return of common stocks of companies that have a record of increasing dividends over time. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the Nasdaq US Dividend Achievers Select Index, which consists of common stocks of companies that have a record of increasing dividends over time. The adviser attempts to replicate the target index by investing all, or substantially all, of its assets in the stocks that make up the index, holding each stock in approximately the same proportion as its weighting in the index.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation and dividend income. As a "fund of funds," the fund invests in a diversified group of other Vanguard equity mutual funds, rather than in individual securities. The underlying funds' holdings mainly consist of large-, mid-, and small-capitalization equity securities of domestic companies.
The investment seeks to provide, primarily, a growing stream of income over time and, secondarily, long-term capital appreciation and current income. The fund invests primarily in stocks that tend to offer current dividends. It focuses on high-quality companies that have prospects for long-term total returns as a result of their ability to grow earnings and their willingness to increase dividends over time. These stocks typically-but not always-will be large-cap, will be undervalued relative to the market, and will show potential for increasing dividends. The fund seeks to be diversified across industry sectors.
The investment seeks to track the performance of the FTSE Developed All Cap ex US Index. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the FTSE Developed All Cap ex US Index, a market-capitalization-weighted index that is made up of approximately 3873 common stocks of large-, mid-, and small-cap companies located in Canada and the major markets of Europe and the Pacific region. The adviser attempts to replicate the target index by investing all, or substantially all, of its assets in the stocks that make up the index, holding each stock in approximately the same proportion as its weighting in the index.
The investment seeks to provide long-term growth of capital. The fund pursues its investment objective by investing, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its assets in common stock, which includes securities convertible or exchangeable into common stock traded on U.S. exchanges. The fund's investments include securities issued by established, large-cap companies, as well as securities of mid-cap companies. The fund's investments include foreign securities that are traded in the U.S., including American Depositary and Global Depositary Receipts (ADRs and GDRs).
The investment seeks to provide long-term growth of capital. The fund pursues its investment objective by investing, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its assets in common stock, which includes securities convertible or exchangeable into common stock traded on U.S. exchanges. The fund's investments include securities issued by established, large-cap companies, as well as securities of mid-cap companies. The fund's investments include foreign securities that are traded in the U.S., including American Depositary and Global Depositary Receipts (ADRs and GDRs).
The investment seeks to provide long-term growth of capital. The fund pursues its investment objective by investing, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its assets in common stock, which includes securities convertible or exchangeable into common stock traded on U.S. exchanges. The fund's investments include securities issued by established, large-cap companies, as well as securities of mid-cap companies. The fund's investments include foreign securities that are traded in the U.S., including American Depositary and Global Depositary Receipts (ADRs and GDRs).
The investment seeks to provide long-term growth of capital. The fund pursues its investment objective by investing, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its assets in common stock, which includes securities convertible or exchangeable into common stock traded on U.S. exchanges. The fund's investments include securities issued by established, large-cap companies, as well as securities of mid-cap companies. The fund's investments include foreign securities that are traded in the U.S., including American Depositary and Global Depositary Receipts (ADRs and GDRs).
The investment seeks to track the performance of the FTSE Developed All Cap ex US Index. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the FTSE Developed All Cap ex US Index, a market-capitalization-weighted index that is made up of approximately 3873 common stocks of large-, mid-, and small-cap companies located in Canada and the major markets of Europe and the Pacific region. The adviser attempts to replicate the target index by investing all, or substantially all, of its assets in the stocks that make up the index, holding each stock in approximately the same proportion as its weighting in the index.
The investment seeks capital appreciation and current income. The fund invests in a diversified portfolio of primarily high-quality, dividend-paying U.S. companies. The investment strategy emphasizes companies the subadviser believes to have a durable competitive advantage, strong management and low financial risk and to be able to grow over market cycles. The fund typically invests in the securities of medium to large capitalization companies, but it is not limited to investing in the securities of companies of any particular size. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in dividend paying equity securities.
The investment seeks to track the performance of an index of extended-duration zero-coupon U.S. Treasury securities. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the Bloomberg Barclays U.S. Treasury STRIPS 20-30 Year Equal Par Bond Index. This index includes zero-coupon U.S. Treasury securities (Treasury STRIPS), which are backed by the full faith and credit of the U.S. government, with maturities ranging from 20 to 30 years. The fund invests by sampling the index. At least 80% of it's assets will be invested in U.S. Treasury securities held in the index.
The investment seeks to track the performance of an index of extended-duration zero-coupon U.S. Treasury securities. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the Bloomberg Barclays U.S. Treasury STRIPS 20-30 Year Equal Par Bond Index. This index includes zero-coupon U.S. Treasury securities (Treasury STRIPS), which are backed by the full faith and credit of the U.S. government, with maturities ranging from 20 to 30 years. The fund invests by sampling the index. At least 80% of it's assets will be invested in U.S. Treasury securities held in the index.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a benchmark index that measures the investment return of stocks issued by companies located in emerging market countries. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the FTSE Emerging Markets All Cap China A Inclusion Index. It invests by sampling the index, meaning that it holds a broadly diversified collection of securities that, in the aggregate, approximates the index in terms of key characteristics.
The investment seeks to provide an above-average level of current income and reasonable long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests mainly in common stocks of mid-size and large companies whose stocks typically pay above-average levels of dividend income and are, in the opinion of the purchasing advisor, undervalued relative to similar stocks. In addition, the advisors generally look for companies that they believe are committed to paying dividends consistently. Under normal circumstances, it will invest at least 80% of its assets in equity securities. The fund uses multiple investment advisors.
The investment seeks to provide an above-average level of current income and reasonable long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests mainly in common stocks of mid-size and large companies whose stocks typically pay above-average levels of dividend income and are, in the opinion of the purchasing advisor, undervalued relative to similar stocks. In addition, the advisors generally look for companies that they believe are committed to paying dividends consistently. Under normal circumstances, it will invest at least 80% of its assets in equity securities. The fund uses multiple investment advisors.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a benchmark index that measures the investment return of stocks issued by companies located in emerging market countries. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the FTSE Emerging Markets All Cap China A Inclusion Index. It invests by sampling the index, meaning that it holds a broadly diversified collection of securities that, in the aggregate, approximates the index in terms of key characteristics.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a benchmark index that measures the investment return of stocks issued by companies located in emerging market countries. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the FTSE Emerging Markets All Cap China A Inclusion Index. It invests by sampling the index, meaning that it holds a broadly diversified collection of securities that, in the aggregate, approximates the index in terms of key characteristics.
The investment seeks to track a benchmark index that measures the investment return of small- and mid-capitalization stocks. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of S&P Completion Index, a broadly diversified index of stocks of small and mid-size U.S. companies. It invests by sampling the index, meaning that it holds a broadly diversified collection of securities that, in the aggregate, approximates the full index in terms of key characteristics. These characteristics include industry weightings and market capitalization, as well as certain financial measures, such as priceu002Fearnings ratio and dividend yield.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a benchmark index that measures the investment return of stocks issued by companies located in emerging market countries. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the FTSE Emerging Markets All Cap China A Inclusion Index. It invests by sampling the index, meaning that it holds a broadly diversified collection of securities that, in the aggregate, approximates the index in terms of key characteristics.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a benchmark index. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the MSCI US Investable Market Index (IMI)u002FEnergy 25u002F50, an index made up of stocks of large, mid-size, and small U.S. companies within the energy sector, as classified under the Global Industry Classification Standard (GICS). The Advisor attempts to replicate the target index by seeking to invest all, or substantially all, of its assets in the stocks that make up the index, in order to hold each stock in approximately the same proportion as its weighting in the index. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks capital appreciation. The fund invests, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) in securities of small-capitalization companies, and in other instruments that have economic characteristics similar to such securities. It invests primarily in equity securities of small-capitalization companies that the fund's investment adviser believes have above-average potential for capital appreciation. The fund may invest up to 25% of its net assets in securities of foreign issuers.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a benchmark index that measures the investment return of stocks issued by companies located in the major markets of Europe. The fund employs an indexing investment approach by investing all, or substantially all, of its assets in the common stocks included in the FTSE Developed Europe All Cap Index. The index is a market-capitalization-weighted index.
The investment seeks long-term capital growth by investing primarily in common stocks. The fund pursues its investment objective by investing, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its assets in equity securities of companies with market capitalizations, at the time of purchase, within the range of companies comprising the Russell MidCap Value Index. The fund may invest a portion of its assets in equity securities of foreign companies traded in the U.S., including American Depositary Receipts and Global Depositary Receipts (ADRs and GDRs).
The investment seeks total return from long-term capital growth. The fund invests primarily in equity securities issued by companies with principal business activities in Western Europe. Under normal market conditions, it invests at least 80% of the value of its assets in equity securities of European issuers. "Assets" means net assets, plus the amount of borrowings for investment purposes. The fund may utilize exchange-traded futures for the efficient management of cash flows.
The investment seeks total return from long-term capital growth. The fund invests primarily in equity securities issued by companies with principal business activities in Western Europe. Under normal market conditions, it invests at least 80% of the value of its assets in equity securities of European issuers. "Assets" means net assets, plus the amount of borrowings for investment purposes. The fund may utilize exchange-traded futures for the efficient management of cash flows.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a benchmark index that measures the investment return of stocks issued by companies located in the major markets of Europe. The fund employs an indexing investment approach by investing all, or substantially all, of its assets in the common stocks included in the FTSE Developed Europe All Cap Index. The index is a market-capitalization-weighted index.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a benchmark index that measures the investment return of stocks issued by companies located in the major markets of Europe. The fund employs an indexing investment approach by investing all, or substantially all, of its assets in the common stocks included in the FTSE Developed Europe All Cap Index. The index is a market-capitalization-weighted index.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a benchmark index that measures the investment return of stocks issued by companies located in the major markets of Europe. The fund employs an indexing investment approach by investing all, or substantially all, of its assets in the common stocks included in the FTSE Developed Europe All Cap Index. The index is a market-capitalization-weighted index.
The investment seeks total return from long-term capital growth. The fund invests primarily in equity securities issued by companies with principal business activities in Western Europe. Under normal market conditions, it invests at least 80% of the value of its assets in equity securities of European issuers. "Assets" means net assets, plus the amount of borrowings for investment purposes. The fund may utilize exchange-traded futures for the efficient management of cash flows.
The investment seeks long-term capital growth by investing primarily in common stocks. The fund pursues its investment objective by investing, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its assets in equity securities of companies with market capitalizations, at the time of purchase, within the range of companies comprising the Russell MidCap Value Index. The fund may invest a portion of its assets in equity securities of foreign companies traded in the U.S., including American Depositary Receipts and Global Depositary Receipts (ADRs and GDRs).
The investment seeks to provide long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests mainly in the stocks of small and mid-size U.S. companies, choosing stocks considered by an advisor to be undervalued. Undervalued stocks are generally those that are out of favor with investors and are trading at prices that an advisor feels are below average in relation to measures such as cash flow and book value. These stocks may have above-average dividend yields. The fund uses multiple investment advisors.
The investment seeks long-term capital growth by investing primarily in common stocks. The fund pursues its investment objective by investing, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its assets in equity securities of companies with market capitalizations, at the time of purchase, within the range of companies comprising the Russell MidCap Value Index. The fund may invest a portion of its assets in equity securities of foreign companies traded in the U.S., including American Depositary Receipts and Global Depositary Receipts (ADRs and GDRs).
The investment seeks long-term capital growth by investing primarily in common stocks. The fund pursues its investment objective by investing, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its assets in equity securities of companies with market capitalizations, at the time of purchase, within the range of companies comprising the Russell MidCap Value Index. The fund may invest a portion of its assets in equity securities of foreign companies traded in the U.S., including American Depositary Receipts and Global Depositary Receipts (ADRs and GDRs).
The investment seeks long-term capital growth by investing primarily in common stocks. The fund pursues its investment objective by investing, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its assets in equity securities of companies with market capitalizations, at the time of purchase, within the range of companies comprising the Russell MidCap Value Index. The fund may invest a portion of its assets in equity securities of foreign companies traded in the U.S., including American Depositary Receipts and Global Depositary Receipts (ADRs and GDRs).
The investment seeks to track a benchmark index that measures the investment return of small- and mid-capitalization stocks. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of S&P Completion Index, a broadly diversified index of stocks of small and mid-size U.S. companies. It invests by sampling the index, meaning that it holds a broadly diversified collection of securities that, in the aggregate, approximates the full index in terms of key characteristics. These characteristics include industry weightings and market capitalization, as well as certain financial measures, such as priceu002Fearnings ratio and dividend yield.
The investment seeks to track a benchmark index that measures the investment return of small- and mid-capitalization stocks. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of S&P Completion Index, a broadly diversified index of stocks of small and mid-size U.S. companies. It invests by sampling the index, meaning that it holds a broadly diversified collection of securities that, in the aggregate, approximates the full index in terms of key characteristics. These characteristics include industry weightings and market capitalization, as well as certain financial measures, such as priceu002Fearnings ratio and dividend yield.
The investment seeks to provide long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests mainly in the stocks of small and mid-size companies. These companies tend to be unseasoned but are considered by the fund's advisors to have superior growth potential. Also, these companies often provide little or no dividend income. It uses multiple investment advisors.
The investment seeks to provide long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests mainly in the stocks of small and mid-size companies. These companies tend to be unseasoned but are considered by the fund's advisors to have superior growth potential. Also, these companies often provide little or no dividend income. It uses multiple investment advisors.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a benchmark index. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the MSCI US Investable Market Index (IMI)u002FFinancials 25u002F50, an index made up of stocks of large, mid-size, and small U.S. companies within the financials sector, as classified under the Global Industry Classification Standard (GICS). The Advisor attempts to replicate the target index by seeking to invest all, or substantially all, of its assets in the stocks that make up the index, in order to hold each stock in approximately the same proportion as its weighting in the index. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks to provide a high level of current income consistent with preservation of shareholders' capital. The fund invests primarily in securities issued by the U.S. government and its agencies or instrumentalities. Under normal circumstances, it primarily invests in 1) Mortgage-backed obligations and collateralized mortgage obligations (CMOs) issued by the Government National Mortgage Association (GNMA), with an average effective maturity ranging from 2 to 10 years, and 2) Obligations issued or guaranteed by the U.S. government or by its agencies or instrumentalities with a dollar-weighted average maturity normally less than 5 years.
The investment seeks to provide a high level of current income consistent with preservation of shareholders' capital. The fund invests primarily in securities issued by the U.S. government and its agencies or instrumentalities. Under normal circumstances, it primarily invests in 1) Mortgage-backed obligations and collateralized mortgage obligations (CMOs) issued by the Government National Mortgage Association (GNMA), with an average effective maturity ranging from 2 to 10 years, and 2) Obligations issued or guaranteed by the U.S. government or by its agencies or instrumentalities with a dollar-weighted average maturity normally less than 5 years.
The investment seeks to provide a high level of current income consistent with preservation of shareholders' capital. The fund invests primarily in securities issued by the U.S. government and its agencies or instrumentalities. Under normal circumstances, it primarily invests in 1) Mortgage-backed obligations and collateralized mortgage obligations (CMOs) issued by the Government National Mortgage Association (GNMA), with an average effective maturity ranging from 2 to 10 years, and 2) Obligations issued or guaranteed by the U.S. government or by its agencies or instrumentalities with a dollar-weighted average maturity normally less than 5 years.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a benchmark index that measures the investment return of large-capitalization stocks. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the Standard & Poor's 500 Index, a widely recognized benchmark of U.S. stock market performance that is dominated by the stocks of large U.S. companies. The advisor attempts to replicate the target index by investing all, or substantially all, of its assets in the stocks that make up the index, holding each stock in approximately the same proportion as its weighting in the index.
The investment seeks to provide capital appreciation and current income consistent with its current asset allocation. The fund invests in other Vanguard mutual funds according to an asset allocation strategy designed for investors planning to retire and leave the workforce in or within a few years of 2055 (the target year). The fund's asset allocation will become more conservative over time, meaning that the percentage of assets allocated to stocks will decrease while the percentage of assets allocated to bonds and other fixed income investments will increase.
The investment seeks to provide a high level of current income consistent with preservation of shareholders' capital. The fund invests primarily in securities issued by the U.S. government and its agencies or instrumentalities. Under normal circumstances, it primarily invests in 1) Mortgage-backed obligations and collateralized mortgage obligations (CMOs) issued by the Government National Mortgage Association (GNMA), with an average effective maturity ranging from 2 to 10 years, and 2) Obligations issued or guaranteed by the U.S. government or by its agencies or instrumentalities with a dollar-weighted average maturity normally less than 5 years.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund pursues its investment objective by investing primarily in U.S. equity securities of companies whose growth prospects appear to exceed those of the overall market. The issuers are typically listed on a nationally recognized exchange. Under normal circumstances, the fund will invest at least 80% of its assets in equity securities of large cap companies.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund pursues its investment objective by investing primarily in U.S. equity securities of companies whose growth prospects appear to exceed those of the overall market. The issuers are typically listed on a nationally recognized exchange. Under normal circumstances, the fund will invest at least 80% of its assets in equity securities of large cap companies.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund pursues its investment objective by investing primarily in U.S. equity securities of companies whose growth prospects appear to exceed those of the overall market. The issuers are typically listed on a nationally recognized exchange. Under normal circumstances, the fund will invest at least 80% of its assets in equity securities of large cap companies.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund pursues its investment objective by investing primarily in U.S. equity securities of companies whose growth prospects appear to exceed those of the overall market. The issuers are typically listed on a nationally recognized exchange. Under normal circumstances, the fund will invest at least 80% of its assets in equity securities of large cap companies.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a benchmark index that measures the investment return of large-capitalization stocks. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the Standard & Poor's 500 Index, a widely recognized benchmark of U.S. stock market performance that is dominated by the stocks of large U.S. companies. The advisor attempts to replicate the target index by investing all, or substantially all, of its assets in the stocks that make up the index, holding each stock in approximately the same proportion as its weighting in the index.
The investment seeks to provide a moderate and sustainable level of current income. The fund invests in a variety of high-quality and, to a lesser extent, medium-quality fixed income securities, at least 80% of which will be short- and intermediate-term investment-grade securities. High-quality fixed income securities are those rated the equivalent of A3 or better; medium-quality fixed income securities are those rated the equivalent of Baa1, Baa2, or Baa3. It is expected to maintain a dollar-weighted average maturity of 5 to 10 years.
The investment seeks to provide a moderate and sustainable level of current income. The fund invests in a variety of high-quality and, to a lesser extent, medium-quality fixed income securities, at least 80% of which will be short- and intermediate-term investment-grade securities. High-quality fixed income securities are those rated the equivalent of A3 or better; medium-quality fixed income securities are those rated the equivalent of Baa1, Baa2, or Baa3. It is expected to maintain a dollar-weighted average maturity of 5 to 10 years.
The investment seeks to provide capital appreciation and current income consistent with its current asset allocation. The fund invests in other Vanguard mutual funds according to an asset allocation strategy designed for investors planning to retire and leave the workforce in or within a few years of 2050 (the target year). The fund's asset allocation will become more conservative over time, meaning that the percentage of assets allocated to stocks will decrease while the percentage of assets allocated to bonds and other fixed income investments will increase.
The investment seeks to provide a moderate level of current income. The fund invests at least 80% of its assets in Government National Mortgage Association (GNMA) pass-through certificates, which are fixed income securities representing part ownership in a pool of mortgage loans supported by the full faith and credit of the U.S. government. It may invest in other types of securities such as U.S. Treasury or other U.S. government agency securities. The fund's dollar-weighted average maturity will normally fall within an intermediate-term range (3 to 10 years).
The investment seeks to provide a moderate level of current income. The fund invests at least 80% of its assets in Government National Mortgage Association (GNMA) pass-through certificates, which are fixed income securities representing part ownership in a pool of mortgage loans supported by the full faith and credit of the U.S. government. It may invest in other types of securities such as U.S. Treasury or other U.S. government agency securities. The fund's dollar-weighted average maturity will normally fall within an intermediate-term range (3 to 10 years).
The investment seeks to track the performance of a benchmark index that measures the investment return of large-capitalization stocks. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the Standard & Poor's 500 Index, a widely recognized benchmark of U.S. stock market performance that is dominated by the stocks of large U.S. companies. The advisor attempts to replicate the target index by investing all, or substantially all, of its assets in the stocks that make up the index, holding each stock in approximately the same proportion as its weighting in the index.
The investment seeks current income while maintaining limited price volatility. The fund invests at least 80% of its assets in U.S. Treasury securities, which include bills, bonds, and notes issued by the U.S. Treasury. It is expected to maintain a dollar-weighted average maturity of 1 to 4 years.
The investment seeks current income while maintaining limited price volatility. The fund invests at least 80% of its assets in U.S. Treasury securities, which include bills, bonds, and notes issued by the U.S. Treasury. It is expected to maintain a dollar-weighted average maturity of 1 to 4 years.
The investment seeks to provide a moderate and sustainable level of current income. The fund invests at least 80% of its assets in U.S. Treasury securities, which include bills, bonds, and notes issued by the U.S. Treasury. It is expected to maintain a dollar-weighted average maturity of 5 to 10 years.
The investment seeks to provide a moderate and sustainable level of current income. The fund invests at least 80% of its assets in U.S. Treasury securities, which include bills, bonds, and notes issued by the U.S. Treasury. It is expected to maintain a dollar-weighted average maturity of 5 to 10 years.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. This fund seeks to provide investors with access to high-quality international companies. The securities selected for inclusion in the fund are those that in the opinion of the subadviser are well-managed businesses with consistent operating histories and financial performance that have favorable long-term economic prospects and, in most cases, generate free cash flow. Under normal circumstances, at least 80% of the fund's assets are invested in equity securities or equity-linked instruments of issuers located outside the United States, including issuers in emerging markets countries.
The investment seeks to provide capital appreciation and current income consistent with its current asset allocation. The fund invests in other Vanguard mutual funds according to an asset allocation strategy designed for investors planning to retire and leave the workforce in or within a few years of 2040 (the target year). The fund's asset allocation will become more conservative over time, meaning that the percentage of assets allocated to stocks will decrease while the percentage of assets allocated to bonds and other fixed income investments will increase.
The investment seeks to achieve long-term capital appreciation. The fund, under normal circumstances, primarily invests in common stocks of companies listed on stock exchanges in North America. There are no limits on the market capitalizations of the companies in which it may invest. The Adviser applies a fundamental value, research driven investment approach.
The investment seeks to achieve long-term capital appreciation. The fund, under normal circumstances, primarily invests in common stocks of companies listed on stock exchanges in North America. There are no set limits on the market capitalizations of the companies in which it may invest. The Adviser applies a fundamental value, research driven investment approach.
The investment seeks capital appreciation. The fund invests, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) in securities of small-capitalization companies, and in other instruments that have economic characteristics similar to such securities. It invests primarily in equity securities of small-capitalization companies that the fund's investment adviser believes have above-average potential for capital appreciation. The fund may invest up to 25% of its net assets in securities of foreign issuers.
The investment seeks to provide current income while maintaining limited price volatility. The fund invests in a variety of high-quality and, to a lesser extent, medium-quality fixed income securities, at least 80% of which will be short- and intermediate-term investment-grade securities. High-quality fixed income securities are those rated the equivalent of A3 or better; medium-quality fixed income securities are those rated the equivalent of Baa1, Baa2, or Baa3.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a benchmark index that measures the investment return of stocks of international small-cap companies. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the FTSE Global Small Cap ex US Index. The advisor attempts to sample the target index by investing all, or substantially all, of its assets in common stocks in the index and by holding a representative sample of securities that resembles the full index in terms of key risk factors and other characteristics.
The investment seeks to provide current income while maintaining limited price volatility. The fund invests in a variety of high-quality and, to a lesser extent, medium-quality fixed income securities, at least 80% of which will be short- and intermediate-term investment-grade securities. High-quality fixed income securities are those rated the equivalent of A3 or better; medium-quality fixed income securities are those rated the equivalent of Baa1, Baa2, or Baa3.
The investment seeks to provide current income while maintaining limited price volatility. The fund invests in a variety of high-quality and, to a lesser extent, medium-quality fixed income securities, at least 80% of which will be short- and intermediate-term investment-grade securities. High-quality fixed income securities are those rated the equivalent of A3 or better; medium-quality fixed income securities are those rated the equivalent of Baa1, Baa2, or Baa3.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a benchmark index that measures the investment return of stocks of international small-cap companies. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the FTSE Global Small Cap ex US Index. The advisor attempts to sample the target index by investing all, or substantially all, of its assets in common stocks in the index and by holding a representative sample of securities that resembles the full index in terms of key risk factors and other characteristics.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a benchmark index that measures the investment return of large- and mid-capitalization stocks. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the FTSE4Good US Select Index. The index, which is market-capitalization weighted, is composed of large- and mid-cap stocks of companies that are screened for certain ESG criteria by the index sponsor. The manager attempts to replicate the target index by investing all, or substantially all, of its assets in the stocks that make up the index, holding each stock in approximately the same proportion as its weighting in the index.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a benchmark index that measures the investment return of large- and mid-capitalization stocks. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the FTSE4Good US Select Index. The index is composed of the stocks of companies that have been screened for certain social and environmental criteria by the index sponsor, which is independent of Vanguard. The Advisor attempts to replicate the index by investing all, or substantially all, of its assets in the stocks that make up the index.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a benchmark index that measures the investment return of stocks of companies located in developed and emerging markets outside of the United States. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the FTSE All-World ex US Index. The advisor attempts to replicate the target index by investing all, or substantially all, of its assets in the stocks that make up the index, holding each stock in approximately the same proportion as its weighting in the index.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a benchmark index that measures the investment return of stocks of companies located in developed and emerging markets outside of the United States. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the FTSE All-World ex US Index. The advisor attempts to replicate the target index by investing all, or substantially all, of its assets in the stocks that make up the index, holding each stock in approximately the same proportion as its weighting in the index.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a benchmark index that measures the investment return of stocks of companies located in developed and emerging markets outside of the United States. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the FTSE All-World ex US Index. The advisor attempts to replicate the target index by investing all, or substantially all, of its assets in the stocks that make up the index, holding each stock in approximately the same proportion as its weighting in the index.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a benchmark index that measures the investment return of stocks of companies located in developed and emerging markets outside of the United States. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the FTSE All-World ex US Index. The advisor attempts to replicate the target index by investing all, or substantially all, of its assets in the stocks that make up the index, holding each stock in approximately the same proportion as its weighting in the index.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests at least 80% of its assets in equity securities or equity-linked instruments of issuers located in Europe, including issuers in emerging markets countries. Equity-linked securities are hybrid debt securities whose return is connected to an underlying equity, usually a stock. The subadviser intends to diversify its investments among countries and normally to have represented in the portfolio business activities of a number of different countries. In determining the "location" of an issuer, the subadviser primarily relies on the country where the issuer is incorporated.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests at least 80% of its assets in equity securities or equity-linked instruments of issuers located in Europe, including issuers in emerging markets countries. Equity-linked securities are hybrid debt securities whose return is connected to an underlying equity, usually a stock. The subadviser intends to diversify its investments among countries and normally to have represented in the portfolio business activities of a number of different countries. In determining the "location" of an issuer, the subadviser primarily relies on the country where the issuer is incorporated.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests at least 80% of its assets in equity securities or equity-linked instruments of issuers located in Europe, including issuers in emerging markets countries. Equity-linked securities are hybrid debt securities whose return is connected to an underlying equity, usually a stock. The subadviser intends to diversify its investments among countries and normally to have represented in the portfolio business activities of a number of different countries. In determining the "location" of an issuer, the subadviser primarily relies on the country where the issuer is incorporated.
The investment seeks to provide long-term capital appreciation. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in the common stocks of companies principally engaged in activities in the energy industry, such as the exploration, production, and transmission of energy or energy fuels; the making and servicing of component products for such activities; energy research; and energy conservation or pollution control.
The investment seeks to provide long-term capital appreciation. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in the common stocks of companies principally engaged in activities in the energy industry, such as the exploration, production, and transmission of energy or energy fuels; the making and servicing of component products for such activities; energy research; and energy conservation or pollution control.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests at least 80% of its assets in the stocks of companies principally engaged in the development, production, or distribution of products and services related to the health care industry. These companies include, among others, pharmaceutical firms, medical supply companies, and businesses that operate hospitals and other health care facilities. It may also consider companies engaged in medical, diagnostic, biochemical, and other research and development activities. The fund may invest up to 50% of its assets in foreign stocks.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests at least 80% of its assets in the stocks of companies principally engaged in the development, production, or distribution of products and services related to the health care industry. These companies include, among others, pharmaceutical firms, medical supply companies, and businesses that operate hospitals and other health care facilities. It may also consider companies engaged in medical, diagnostic, biochemical, and other research and development activities. The fund may invest up to 50% of its assets in foreign stocks.
The investment seeks to provide a total return (capital appreciation plus dividend income) greater than the return of the Standard & Poor's 500 Index. The fund invests at least 65% (and typically more than 90%) of its assets in stocks that are included in the index. Most of the stocks held by the fund provide dividend income as well as the potential for capital appreciation. The advisors use quantitative approaches to select a broadly diversified group of stocks that, as a whole, have investment characteristics similar to those of the S&P 500 Index, but are expected to provide a higher total return than that of the index.
The investment seeks to provide capital growth over the long-term. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in common stocks issued by U.S. companies. "Assets" means net assets, plus the amount of borrowings for investment purposes. The fund's adviser applies an active equity management style focused on identifying attractively valued securities given their growth potential over a long-term time horizon.
The investment seeks to provide capital growth over the long-term. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in common stocks issued by U.S. companies. "Assets" means net assets, plus the amount of borrowings for investment purposes. The fund's adviser applies an active equity management style focused on identifying attractively valued securities given their growth potential over a long-term time horizon.
The investment seeks to provide capital growth over the long-term. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in common stocks issued by U.S. companies. "Assets" means net assets, plus the amount of borrowings for investment purposes. The fund's adviser applies an active equity management style focused on identifying attractively valued securities given their growth potential over a long-term time horizon.
The investment seeks to provide capital growth over the long-term. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in common stocks issued by U.S. companies. "Assets" means net assets, plus the amount of borrowings for investment purposes. The fund's adviser applies an active equity management style focused on identifying attractively valued securities given their growth potential over a long-term time horizon.
The investment seeks capital appreciation and current income. The fund invests globally in infrastructure companies involved in the energy, utility, transportation, and communications industries. Under normal market conditions, it invests at least 80% of its assets in dividend paying equity securities of infrastructure companies that are located in three or more countries, one of which will be the United States. Under normal market conditions, the fund will invest at least 25% of its assets in securities of U.S. issuers.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation with a secondary investment objective of income. The fund provides global exposure to the real estate securities market, focusing on owners and operators with recurring rental income. It invests at least 80% of its assets in equity securities issued by U.S. and non-U.S. companies of any capitalization that are principally engaged in the real estate industry, including common stock, preferred stock and other equity securities issued by real estate companies, such as REITs and similar REIT-like entities.
The investment seeks high total return. Under normal market conditions, the fund invests in equity securities of companies in any country, fixed income (debt) securities of companies and governments of any country, and in money market securities. The equity securities in which the fund invests are primarily common stock of large- and mid-capitalization companies included in the MSCI ACWI Index and depositary receipts representing such stocks. In addition, under normal market conditions, the managers expect to invest at least 40% of its net assets in foreign securities, including foreign equity securities and foreign sovereign debt securities.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. Under normal market conditions, the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus borrowings for investment purposes) in common stocks of large-capitalization companies. For this fund, large-capitalization companies as companies with market capitalizations which fall within the range of companies in the Russell 1000 Growth Index at the time of purchase. The fund may also invest in derivative instruments, which include, but are not limited to, index futures and options to hedge against market risk or to enhance returns. It may also invest up to 25% of its assets in foreign securities.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. Under normal market conditions, the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus borrowings for investment purposes) in common stocks of large-capitalization companies. For this fund, large-capitalization companies as companies with market capitalizations which fall within the range of companies in the Russell 1000 Growth Index at the time of purchase. The fund may also invest in derivative instruments, which include, but are not limited to, index futures and options to hedge against market risk or to enhance returns. It may also invest up to 25% of its assets in foreign securities.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests in U.S. and foreign equity securities. It seeks to generate above average compounded returns by purchasing securities in companies and industries where capital spending is declining, and seeks to avoid companies, assets, and business models that can be easily replicated. The fund typically invests across a range of sectors, a mix of developed and emerging markets stocks, and typically holds companies across the market capitalization spectrum. It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks capital growth. The fund invests, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) in equity securities of mid-capitalization companies. It invests primarily in equity securities. The principal type of equity security in which the fund invests is common stock. The fund invests primarily in securities that are considered by the fund's portfolio managers to have potential for earnings or revenue growth.
The investment seeks capital growth. The fund invests, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) in equity securities of mid-capitalization companies. It invests primarily in equity securities. The principal type of equity security in which the fund invests is common stock. The fund invests primarily in securities that are considered by the fund's portfolio managers to have potential for earnings or revenue growth.
The investment seeks capital growth. The fund invests, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) in equity securities of mid-capitalization companies. It invests primarily in equity securities. The principal type of equity security in which the fund invests is common stock. The fund invests primarily in securities that are considered by the fund's portfolio managers to have potential for earnings or revenue growth.
The investment seeks high total return through long-term growth of capital and current income. The fund invests, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its net assets in a diversified portfolio of equity investments in real estate and real estate-related companies. In complying with the 80% investment requirement, the fund may include synthetic securities that have economic characteristics similar to the fund's direct investments that are counted toward the 80% investment requirement. It may invest up to 75% of its total assets in foreign securities, including securities of issuers in emerging markets.
The investment seeks capital growth. The fund invests, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) in equity securities of mid-capitalization companies. It invests primarily in equity securities. The principal type of equity security in which the fund invests is common stock. The fund invests primarily in securities that are considered by the fund's portfolio managers to have potential for earnings or revenue growth.
The investment seeks to provide capital growth over the long-term. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in common stocks issued by U.S. companies. "Assets" means net assets, plus the amount of borrowings for investment purposes. The fund's adviser applies an active equity management style focused on identifying attractively valued securities given their growth potential over a long-term time horizon.
The investment seeks capital growth. The fund invests, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) in equity securities of mid-capitalization companies. It invests primarily in equity securities. The principal type of equity security in which the fund invests is common stock. The fund invests primarily in securities that are considered by the fund's portfolio managers to have potential for earnings or revenue growth.
The investment seeks high total return, consisting of capital appreciation and current income. Under normal market conditions, the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus borrowings for investment purposes) in a portfolio of equity securities of companies that are principally engaged in the real estate industry. It may invest in companies located in countries with emerging securities markets. The fund may invest in other investment companies, including exchange-traded funds.
The investment seeks capital growth. The fund invests, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) in equity securities of mid-capitalization companies. It invests primarily in equity securities. The principal type of equity security in which the fund invests is common stock. The fund invests primarily in securities that are considered by the fund's portfolio managers to have potential for earnings or revenue growth.
The investment seeks to provide capital growth over the long-term. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in common stocks issued by U.S. companies. "Assets" means net assets, plus the amount of borrowings for investment purposes. The fund's adviser applies an active equity management style focused on identifying attractively valued securities given their growth potential over a long-term time horizon.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation with a secondary investment objective of income. The fund provides global exposure to the real estate securities market, focusing on owners and operators with recurring rental income. It invests at least 80% of its assets in equity securities issued by U.S. and non-U.S. companies of any capitalization that are principally engaged in the real estate industry, including common stock, preferred stock and other equity securities issued by real estate companies, such as REITs and similar REIT-like entities.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation with a secondary investment objective of income. The fund provides global exposure to the real estate securities market, focusing on owners and operators with recurring rental income. It invests at least 80% of its assets in equity securities issued by U.S. and non-U.S. companies of any capitalization that are principally engaged in the real estate industry, including common stock, preferred stock and other equity securities issued by real estate companies, such as REITs and similar REIT-like entities.
The investment seeks to provide a high level of income and moderate long-term capital appreciation by tracking the performance of the MSCI US Investable Market Real Estate 25u002F50 Index that measures the performance of publicly traded equity REITs and other real estate-related investments. The advisor attempts to track the index by investing all, or substantially all, of its assets-either directly or indirectly through a wholly owned subsidiary, which is itself a registered investment company-in the stocks that make up the index, holding each stock in approximately the same proportion as its weighting in the index. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks to provide a high level of income and moderate long-term capital appreciation by tracking the performance of the MSCI US Investable Market Real Estate 25u002F50 Index that measures the performance of publicly traded equity REITs and other real estate-related investments. The advisor attempts to track the index by investing all, or substantially all, of its assets-either directly or indirectly through a wholly owned subsidiary, which is itself a registered investment company-in the stocks that make up the index, holding each stock in approximately the same proportion as its weighting in the index. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks to provide a high level of income and moderate long-term capital appreciation by tracking the performance of the MSCI US Investable Market Real Estate 25u002F50 Index that measures the performance of publicly traded equity REITs and other real estate-related investments. The advisor attempts to track the index by investing all, or substantially all, of its assets-either directly or indirectly through a wholly owned subsidiary, which is itself a registered investment company-in the stocks that make up the index, holding each stock in approximately the same proportion as its weighting in the index. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation and income. As a "fund of funds," the fund invests in a diversified portfolio of other Vanguard mutual funds, rather than in individual securities. It follows a balanced investment approach by investing 60% to 70% of its assets in common stocks through eight stock funds; 20% to 30% of its assets in bonds through two bond funds; and 10% to 20% of its assets in short-term investments through a short-term bond fund. Through the underlying funds, the fund owns a diversified mix of stocks and bonds.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a benchmark index that measures the investment return of stocks issued by companies located in developed and emerging markets, excluding the United States. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the FTSE Global All Cap ex US Index, a float-adjusted market-capitalization-weighted index designed to measure equity market performance of companies located in developed and emerging markets, excluding the United States. It invests all, or substantially all, of its assets in the common stocks included in its target index.
The investment seeks long-term capital growth and current income. Under normal market conditions, the Portfolio invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus borrowings for investment purposes) in a portfolio of equity securities. It invests primarily in equity securities included in the MSCI World IndexSM ("index"). The Portfolio invests in securities of issuers in a number of different countries, including the United States.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests mainly in U.S. stocks, with an emphasis on companies that are considered to have prospects for rapid earnings growth. It does not focus on companies of any particular size, however; the advisor may emphasize mid-cap stocks. The fund's investment advisor uses fundamental research to identify stocks that are expected to outperform the market over a three- to five-year time horizon and that are available at attractive prices relative to their fundamental values.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a benchmark index. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the MSCI US Investable Market Index (IMI)u002FHealth Care 25u002F50, an index made up of stocks of large, mid-size, and small U.S. companies within the health care sector, as classified under the Global Industry Classification Standard (GICS). The Advisor attempts to replicate the target index by seeking to invest all, or substantially all, of its assets in the stocks that make up the index, in order to hold each stock in approximately the same proportion as its weighting in the index. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests mainly in U.S. stocks, with an emphasis on companies that are considered to have prospects for rapid earnings growth. It does not focus on companies of any particular size, however; the advisor may emphasize mid-cap stocks. The fund's investment advisor uses fundamental research to identify stocks that are expected to outperform the market over a three- to five-year time horizon and that are available at attractive prices relative to their fundamental values.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a benchmark index that measures the investment return of common stocks of companies that are characterized by high dividend yield. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the FTSE High Dividend Yield Index, which consists of common stocks of companies that pay dividends that generally are higher than average. The adviser attempts to replicate the target index by investing all, or substantially all, of its assets in the stocks that make up the index, holding each stock in approximately the same proportion as its weighting in the index.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests primarily in U.S. and foreign equity securities chosen mainly on the basis of bottom-up stock analysis. It typically invests across a wide range of industries, and its holdings are expected to represent a mix of value and growth stocks, as well as a mix of developed and emerging markets stocks, across the capitalization spectrum. Under normal circumstances, at least 80% of the fund's assets will be invested in equity securities. The fund uses multiple investment advisors. Each advisor independently selects and maintains a portfolio of common stocks and other investments for the fund.
The investment seeks long-term capital growth. The fund will invest primarily in common stocks of companies across all market capitalizations. It may at any given time invest a significant portion of its assets in companies of one particular market capitalization category, such as large capitalization companies. The fund invests in companies that the adviser believes have strong earnings growth potential.
The investment seeks to provide investors with a high level of current income and total return. Under normal market conditions, the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus borrowings for investment purposes) in a diversified portfolio of high-yield (high risk) bonds commonly known as "junk bonds." High-yield bonds are debt securities that, at the time of purchase, are not rated by a nationally recognized statistical rating organization ("NRSRO") or are rated below investment-grade (for example, rated below BBB- by S&P Global Ratings or Baa3 by Moody's Investors Service, Inc.) or have an equivalent rating by a NRSRO.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. Under normal market conditions, the fund will invest at least 80% of its net assets (plus borrowings for investment purposes) in equity securities of companies that derive a significant portion of their revenues from a group of vice industries that includes the alcoholic beverages, defenseu002Faerospace, gaming and tobacco industries. It will concentrate at least 25% of its net assets in this group of four vice industries (but no more than 80% of its net assets in any single industry).
The investment seeks to track the performance of a market-weighted corporate bond index with an intermediate-term dollar-weighted average maturity. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the Bloomberg Barclays U.S. 5-10 Year Corporate Bond Index. This index includes U.S. dollar-denominated, investment-grade, fixed-rate, taxable securities issued by industrial, utility, and financial companies, with maturities between 5 and 10 years. Under normal circumstances, at least 80% of the fund's assets will be invested in bonds included in the index.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. Under normal market conditions, the fund will invest at least 80% of its net assets (plus borrowings for investment purposes) in equity securities of companies that derive a significant portion of their revenues from a group of vice industries that includes the alcoholic beverages, defenseu002Faerospace, gaming and tobacco industries. It will concentrate at least 25% of its net assets in this group of four vice industries (but no more than 80% of its net assets in any single industry).
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. Under normal market conditions, the fund will invest at least 80% of its net assets (plus borrowings for investment purposes) in equity securities of companies that derive a significant portion of their revenues from a group of vice industries that includes the alcoholic beverages, defenseu002Faerospace, gaming and tobacco industries. It will concentrate at least 25% of its net assets in this group of four vice industries (but no more than 80% of its net assets in any single industry).
The investment seeks to provide a high level of current income together with long-term capital appreciation. Under normal circumstances, the fund will invest at least 80% of its assets in investment grade securities convertible into common stock and synthetic convertible securities, which are derivative positions composed of two or more securities with investment characteristics that, when taken together, resemble those of traditional convertible securities.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a market-weighted corporate bond index with an intermediate-term dollar-weighted average maturity. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the Bloomberg Barclays U.S. 5-10 Year Corporate Bond Index. This index includes U.S. dollar-denominated, investment-grade, fixed-rate, taxable securities issued by industrial, utility, and financial companies, with maturities between 5 and 10 years. Under normal circumstances, at least 80% of the fund's assets will be invested in bonds included in the index.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. Under normal market conditions, the fund will invest at least 80% of its net assets (plus borrowings for investment purposes) in equity securities of companies that derive a significant portion of their revenues from a group of vice industries that includes the alcoholic beverages, defenseu002Faerospace, gaming and tobacco industries. It will concentrate at least 25% of its net assets in this group of four vice industries (but no more than 80% of its net assets in any single industry).
The investment seeks as high a level of current income exempt from federal income tax and from Idaho personal income taxes as is consistent with preservation of capital. Under normal circumstances, the fund will invest at least 80% of its net assets, plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes, in municipal securities the income from which is exempt from federal income tax, including the federal alternative minimum tax, and from Idaho state personal income taxes. It will generally have a dollar-weighted average effective maturity of between 5 and 30 years.
The investment seeks to track a benchmark index that measures the investment return of small- and mid-capitalization stocks. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of S&P Completion Index, a broadly diversified index of stocks of small and mid-size U.S. companies. It invests by sampling the index, meaning that it holds a broadly diversified collection of securities that, in the aggregate, approximates the full index in terms of key characteristics. These characteristics include industry weightings and market capitalization, as well as certain financial measures, such as priceu002Fearnings ratio and dividend yield.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a benchmark index that measures the investment return of the CRSP US Large Cap Growth Index. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of index, a broadly diversified index predominantly made up of growth stocks of large U.S. companies. The advisor attempts to replicate the target index by investing all, or substantially all, of its assets in the stocks that make up the index, holding each stock in approximately the same proportion as its weighting in the index. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks to maximize total return. Under normal market conditions, the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus borrowings for investment purposes) in investment-grade fixed-income securities. Investment-grade fixed-income securities are securities rated at least BBB- by S&P Global Ratings, or Baa3 by Moody's Investors Service, Inc., or BBB- by Fitch Ratings, or have an equivalent rating by a Nationally Recognized Statistical Rating Organization ("NRSRO"), or are deemed by the sub-adviser to be of comparable quality if unrated.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a benchmark index that measures the investment return of the CRSP US Large Cap Growth Index. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of index, a broadly diversified index predominantly made up of growth stocks of large U.S. companies. The advisor attempts to replicate the target index by investing all, or substantially all, of its assets in the stocks that make up the index, holding each stock in approximately the same proportion as its weighting in the index. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a benchmark index that measures the investment return of the CRSP US Large Cap Growth Index. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of index, a broadly diversified index predominantly made up of growth stocks of large U.S. companies. The advisor attempts to replicate the target index by investing all, or substantially all, of its assets in the stocks that make up the index, holding each stock in approximately the same proportion as its weighting in the index. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks to maximize total return. Under normal market conditions, the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus borrowings for investment purposes) in investment-grade fixed-income securities. Investment-grade fixed-income securities are securities rated at least BBB- by S&P Global Ratings, or Baa3 by Moody's Investors Service, Inc., or BBB- by Fitch Ratings, or have an equivalent rating by a Nationally Recognized Statistical Rating Organization ("NRSRO"), or are deemed by the sub-adviser to be of comparable quality if unrated.
The investment seeks to maximize total return. Under normal market conditions, the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus borrowings for investment purposes) in investment-grade fixed-income securities. Investment-grade fixed-income securities are securities rated at least BBB- by S&P Global Ratings, or Baa3 by Moody's Investors Service, Inc., or BBB- by Fitch Ratings, or have an equivalent rating by a Nationally Recognized Statistical Rating Organization ("NRSRO"), or are deemed by the sub-adviser to be of comparable quality if unrated.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a market-weighted Treasury index with an intermediate-term dollar-weighted average maturity. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the Bloomberg Barclays U.S. Treasury 3-10 Year Bond Index. This index includes fixed income securities issued by the U.S. Treasury (not including inflation-protected bonds), with maturities between 3 and 10 years. At least 80% of the fund's assets will be invested in bonds included in the index.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a benchmark index that measures the investment return of large-capitalization stocks. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the S&P 500 Index, a widely recognized benchmark of U.S. stock market performance that is dominated by the stocks of large U.S. companies. The advisor attempts to replicate the target index by investing all, or substantially all, of its assets in the stocks that make up the index, holding each stock in approximately the same proportion as its weighting in the index.
The investment seeks to achieve long-term capital growth consistent with preservation of capital and balanced by current income. The fund invests in a combination of common stocks of domestic companies with a minimum market capitalization of $150 million at the time of purchase, as well as high quality fixed-income obligations (i.e., U.S. government and corporate bonds, notes and bills). It invests 50% to 80% of its assets in equity securities selected primarily for their growth potential and 20% to 50% of its assets in equity and fixed-income securities selected primarily for their income potential.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a benchmark index that measures the investment return of mid-capitalization stocks. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the CRSP US Mid Cap Index, a broadly diversified index of stocks of mid-size U.S. companies. The advisor attempts to replicate the target index by investing all, or substantially all, of its assets in the stocks that make up the index, holding each stock in approximately the same proportion as its weighting in the index.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in equity securities of medium market capitalization companies. It pursues long-term capital appreciation in the medium capitalization sector while seeking to provide the risk characteristics of the less volatile large capitalization S&P 500 Index. The fund invests in a select group of medium market capitalization companies believed by the subadviser to be undervalued relative to their future growth potential.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a benchmark index that measures the investment return of mid-capitalization stocks. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the CRSP US Mid Cap Index, a broadly diversified index of stocks of mid-size U.S. companies. The advisor attempts to replicate the target index by investing all, or substantially all, of its assets in the stocks that make up the index, holding each stock in approximately the same proportion as its weighting in the index.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a benchmark index. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the MSCI US Investable Market Index (IMI)u002FIndustrials 25u002F50, an index made up of stocks of large, mid-size, and small U.S. companies within the industrials sector, as classified under the Global Industry Classification Standard (GICS). The Advisor attempts to replicate the target index by seeking to invest all, or substantially all, of its assets in the stocks that make up the index, in order to hold each stock in approximately the same proportion as its weighting in the index. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks to provide long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests primarily in the equity securities of small-capitalization companies located in numerous countries outside the United States that an advisor believes offer the potential for capital appreciation. In doing so, each advisor considers, among other things, whether the company has the potential for above-average earnings growth, whether the company's securities are attractively valued, and whether the company has a sustainable competitive advantage. It uses multiple investment advisors.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a benchmark index that measures the investment return of large-capitalization stocks. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the S&P 500 Index, a widely recognized benchmark of U.S. stock market performance that is dominated by the stocks of large U.S. companies. The advisor attempts to replicate the target index by investing all, or substantially all, of its assets in the stocks that make up the index, holding each stock in approximately the same proportion as its weighting in the index.
The investment seeks to provide monthly dividends that are excluded from gross income for federal income tax purposes and are exempt from New York State and New York City personal income taxes; it also seeks to protect the value of the investors' investment. The fund normally invests at least 80% of the value of its assets in municipal obligations whose interest payments are excluded from gross income for federal income tax purposes and exempt from New York State and New York City personal income taxes, and not subject to the federal alternative minimum tax on individuals. The average dollar weighted maturity will be between three and twelve years.
The investment seeks to outperform the total return performance of the S&P 500 Index while maintaining a market level of risk. Under normal market conditions, the Portfolio invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus borrowings for investment purposes) in securities of large-capitalization companies included in the index. The index is a stock market index comprised of common stocks of 500 of the largest companies traded in the United States and selected by S&P Global Ratings.
The investment seeks to provide inflation protection and income consistent with investment in inflation-indexed securities. The fund invests at least 80% of its assets in inflation-indexed bonds issued by the U.S. government, its agencies and instrumentalities, and corporations. It may invest in bonds of any maturity; however, its dollar-weighted average maturity is expected to be in the range of 7 to 20 years. At a minimum, all bonds purchased by the fund will be rated investment-grade or, if unrated, will be considered by the advisor to be investment-grade.
The investment seeks investment results (before fees and expenses) that correspond to the total return (which includes capital appreciation and income) of a widely accepted international index (currently the MSCI EAFE Index). The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus borrowings for investment purposes) in equity securities of companies, which are at the time of purchase, included in the index; convertible securities that are convertible into stocks included in the index; other derivatives whose economic returns are, by design, closely equivalent to the returns of the index or its components; and exchange-traded funds that track the index.
The investment seeks to provide inflation protection and income consistent with investment in inflation-indexed securities. The fund invests at least 80% of its assets in inflation-indexed bonds issued by the U.S. government, its agencies and instrumentalities, and corporations. It may invest in bonds of any maturity; however, its dollar-weighted average maturity is expected to be in the range of 7 to 20 years. At a minimum, all bonds purchased by the fund will be rated investment-grade or, if unrated, will be considered by the advisor to be investment-grade.
The investment seeks to provide real return and, as a secondary objective, capital preservation. The fund seeks to meet its investment objective by building a portfolio that includes Invesco Balanced-Risk Allocation Fund and two affiliated money market funds, Invesco Government & Agency Portfolio and Invesco Treasury Portfolio. It is designed for investors who expect to need all or most of their money in the fund at retirement and for investors who plan to withdraw the value of their account in the fund gradually after retirement. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks to provide real return and, as a secondary objective, capital preservation. The fund seeks to meet its investment objective by building a portfolio that includes Invesco Balanced-Risk Allocation Fund and two affiliated money market funds, Invesco Government & Agency Portfolio and Invesco Treasury Portfolio. It is designed for investors who expect to need all or most of their money in the fund at retirement and for investors who plan to withdraw the value of their account in the fund gradually after retirement. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks to provide real return and, as a secondary objective, capital preservation. The fund seeks to meet its investment objective by building a portfolio that includes Invesco Balanced-Risk Allocation Fund and two affiliated money market funds, Invesco Government & Agency Portfolio and Invesco Treasury Portfolio. It is designed for investors who expect to need all or most of their money in the fund at retirement and for investors who plan to withdraw the value of their account in the fund gradually after retirement. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks capital appreciation. The fund invests, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) in securities of small-capitalization companies, and in other instruments that have economic characteristics similar to such securities. It invests primarily in equity securities of small-capitalization companies that the fund's investment adviser believes have above-average potential for capital appreciation. The fund may invest up to 25% of its net assets in securities of foreign issuers.
The investment seeks to provide long-term capital appreciation through equity and equity-related investments of small to mid cap companies throughout the world, excluding the United States. Under normal market conditions, at least 80% of the fund's net assets will be invested in equity and equity-related securities of small- to mid-cap companies throughout the world, excluding the United States. The fund will invest primarily in small- to mid-cap companies whose capitalization, at the time of purchase, does not exceed U.S. $13.0 billion.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a benchmark index that measures the investment return of small-capitalization growth stocks. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the CRSP US Small Cap Growth Index, a broadly diversified index of growth stocks of small U.S. companies. The advisor attempts to replicate the target index by investing all, or substantially all, of its assets in the stocks that make up the index, holding each stock in approximately the same proportion as its weighting in the index.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a benchmark index that measures the investment return of small-capitalization value stocks. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the CRSP US Small Cap Value Index, a broadly diversified index of value stocks of small U.S. companies. The advisor attempts to replicate the target index by investing all, or substantially all, of its assets in the stocks that make up the index, holding each stock in approximately the same proportion as its weighting in the index.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a benchmark index. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the MSCI US Investable Market Indexu002FInformation Technology 25u002F50, an index made up of stocks of large, mid-size, and small U.S. companies within the information technology sector, as classified under the Global Industry Classification Standard. The Advisor attempts to replicate the target index by seeking to invest all, or substantially all, of its assets in the stocks that make up the index, in order to hold each stock in approximately the same proportion as its weighting in the index. It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a benchmark index that measures the investment return of the overall stock market. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the CRSP US Total Market Index, which represents approximately 100% of the investable U.S. stock market and includes large-, mid-, small-, and micro-cap stocks regularly traded on the New York Stock Exchange and Nasdaq. It invests by sampling the index, meaning that it holds a broadly diversified collection of securities that, in the aggregate, approximates the full index in terms of key characteristics.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a benchmark index that measures the investment return of the overall stock market. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the CRSP US Total Market Index, which represents approximately 100% of the investable U.S. stock market and includes large-, mid-, small-, and micro-cap stocks regularly traded on the New York Stock Exchange and Nasdaq. It invests by sampling the index, meaning that it holds a broadly diversified collection of securities that, in the aggregate, approximates the full index in terms of key characteristics.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a benchmark index that measures the investment return of the overall stock market. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the CRSP US Total Market Index, which represents approximately 100% of the investable U.S. stock market and includes large-, mid-, small-, and micro-cap stocks regularly traded on the New York Stock Exchange and Nasdaq. It invests by sampling the index, meaning that it holds a broadly diversified collection of securities that, in the aggregate, approximates the full index in terms of key characteristics.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a benchmark index that measures the investment return of large-capitalization value stocks. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the CRSP US Large Cap Value Index, a broadly diversified index predominantly made up of value stocks of large U.S. companies. The advisor attempts to replicate the target index by investing all, or substantially all, of its assets in the stocks that make up the index, holding each stock in approximately the same proportion as its weighting in the index.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a benchmark index that measures the investment return of large-capitalization value stocks. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the CRSP US Large Cap Value Index, a broadly diversified index predominantly made up of value stocks of large U.S. companies. The advisor attempts to replicate the target index by investing all, or substantially all, of its assets in the stocks that make up the index, holding each stock in approximately the same proportion as its weighting in the index.
The investment seeks to provide investors with a high level of current income exempt from federal income tax, consistent with preservation of capital. Under normal market conditions, the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) in municipal securities at the time of investment. It invests at least 65% of the fund's net assets in investment grade municipal securities. The fund may invest up to 35% of its net assets in municipal securities rated below investment grade and unrated municipal securities determined by the Adviser to be of comparable quality at the time of purchase.
The investment seeks to provide investors with a high level of current income exempt from federal income tax, consistent with preservation of capital. Under normal market conditions, the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) in municipal securities at the time of investment. It invests at least 65% of the fund's net assets in investment grade municipal securities. The fund may invest up to 35% of its net assets in municipal securities rated below investment grade and unrated municipal securities determined by the Adviser to be of comparable quality at the time of purchase.
The investment seeks to provide investors with a high level of current income exempt from federal income tax, consistent with preservation of capital. Under normal market conditions, the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) in municipal securities at the time of investment. It invests at least 65% of the fund's net assets in investment grade municipal securities. The fund may invest up to 35% of its net assets in municipal securities rated below investment grade and unrated municipal securities determined by the Adviser to be of comparable quality at the time of purchase.
The investment seeks to provide investors with a high level of current income exempt from federal income tax, consistent with preservation of capital. Under normal market conditions, the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) in municipal securities at the time of investment. It invests at least 65% of the fund's net assets in investment grade municipal securities. The fund may invest up to 35% of its net assets in municipal securities rated below investment grade and unrated municipal securities determined by the Adviser to be of comparable quality at the time of purchase.
The investment seeks a high level of current income, with liquidity and safety of principal. The fund invests, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) in mortgage-backed securities of any maturity or type guaranteed by, or secured by collateral that is guaranteed by, the U.S. government, its agencies, instrumentalities or sponsored corporations (a Federal Agency), and in mortgage-backed securities privately issued in the United States, and in derivatives and other instruments that have economic characteristics similar to such securities.
The investment seeks to provide investors with a high level of current income exempt from federal income tax, consistent with preservation of capital. Under normal market conditions, the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) in municipal securities at the time of investment. It may invest up to 20% of its net assets in municipal securities below investment grade. The fund may invest all or a substantial portion of its assets in municipal securities that are subject to the federal alternative minimum tax.
The investment seeks to provide only Pennsylvania investors with a high level of current income exempt from federal and Pennsylvania state income taxes and, where possible under local law, local income and personal property taxes, through investment in a varied portfolio of medium- and lower-grade municipal securities. The fund invests, under normal market conditions, at least 80% of its net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) in Pennsylvania municipal securities at the time of investment. It may not, however, invest more than 25% of its net assets in industrial development revenue bonds issued for companies in the same industry.
The investment seeks to provide investors with a high level of current income exempt from federal income tax, consistent with preservation of capital. Under normal market conditions, the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) in municipal securities at the time of investment. It may invest up to 20% of its net assets in municipal securities below investment grade. The fund may invest all or a substantial portion of its assets in municipal securities that are subject to the federal alternative minimum tax.
The investment seeks to provide only Pennsylvania investors with a high level of current income exempt from federal and Pennsylvania state income taxes and, where possible under local law, local income and personal property taxes, through investment in a varied portfolio of medium- and lower-grade municipal securities. The fund invests, under normal market conditions, at least 80% of its net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) in Pennsylvania municipal securities at the time of investment. It may not, however, invest more than 25% of its net assets in industrial development revenue bonds issued for companies in the same industry.
The investment seeks to provide only Pennsylvania investors with a high level of current income exempt from federal and Pennsylvania state income taxes and, where possible under local law, local income and personal property taxes, through investment in a varied portfolio of medium- and lower-grade municipal securities. The fund invests, under normal market conditions, at least 80% of its net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) in Pennsylvania municipal securities at the time of investment. It may not, however, invest more than 25% of its net assets in industrial development revenue bonds issued for companies in the same industry.
The investment seeks to provide only Pennsylvania investors with a high level of current income exempt from federal and Pennsylvania state income taxes and, where possible under local law, local income and personal property taxes, through investment in a varied portfolio of medium- and lower-grade municipal securities. The fund invests, under normal market conditions, at least 80% of its net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) in Pennsylvania municipal securities at the time of investment. It may not, however, invest more than 25% of its net assets in industrial development revenue bonds issued for companies in the same industry.
The investment seeks to achieve a high total investment return consistent with reasonable risk. To achieve the fund's investment objective, the adviser invests in a broad range of common stocks, bonds and money market instruments. The Adviser attempts to achieve its objective by following an asset allocation strategy that enables the Adviser to periodically shift the assets of the fund among three types of securities: (a) common stocks, (b) debt securities with maturities of more than one year that are principally rated investment grade and (c) money market instruments.
The investment seeks to track the performance of the CRSP US Large Cap Index that measures the investment return of large-capitalization stocks. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the CRSP US Large Cap Index, a broadly diversified index of large U.S. companies representing approximately the top 85% of the U.S. market capitalization. The advisor attempts to replicate the target index by investing all, or substantially all, of its assets in the stocks that make up the index, holding each stock in approximately the same proportion as its weighting in the index.
The investment seeks to achieve a high total investment return consistent with reasonable risk. To achieve the fund's investment objective, the adviser invests in a broad range of common stocks, bonds and money market instruments. The Adviser attempts to achieve its objective by following an asset allocation strategy that enables the Adviser to periodically shift the assets of the fund among three types of securities: (a) common stocks, (b) debt securities with maturities of more than one year that are principally rated investment grade and (c) money market instruments.
The investment seeks to track the performance of the CRSP US Large Cap Index that measures the investment return of large-capitalization stocks. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the CRSP US Large Cap Index, a broadly diversified index of large U.S. companies representing approximately the top 85% of the U.S. market capitalization. The advisor attempts to replicate the target index by investing all, or substantially all, of its assets in the stocks that make up the index, holding each stock in approximately the same proportion as its weighting in the index.
The investment seeks capital growth with the potential for current income. The fund invests, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its net assets in the common stocks of large-cap U.S. companies. The fund invests in equity securities of U.S. companies that have large market capitalizations that the sub-adviser believes are undervalued and have the potential for long-term growth and current income. The fund may invest up to 20% of its net assets in foreign securities, including depositary receipts.
The investment seeks to provide long-term growth of capital. The fund seeks to meet its objective by investing, normally, at least 80% of its net assets in securities of large-cap companies. In complying with this 80% investment requirement, the fund will invest primarily in common stocks. Generally, large-cap companies will include companies whose market capitalizations, at the time of purchase, are equal to or greater than the market capitalization of the smallest company in the Russell 1000 Index during the most recent 12-month period.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a market-weighted corporate bond index with a long-term dollar-weighted average maturity. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the Bloomberg Barclays U.S. 10+ Year Corporate Bond Index. This index includes U.S. dollar-denominated, investment-grade, fixed-rate, taxable securities issued by industrial, utility, and financial companies, with maturities greater than 10 years. Under normal circumstances, at least 80% of the fund's assets will be invested in bonds included in the index.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital and current income. The Portfolio invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus borrowings for investment purposes) in a portfolio of equity securities of dividend-paying, large-capitalization issuers. It will provide shareholders with at least 60 days' prior notice of any change in this investment policy. The sub-adviser ("Sub-Adviser") defines large-capitalization companies as companies with market capitalizations that fall within the collective range of companies within the Russell 1000 Value Index at the time of purchase.
The investment seeks to provide a high level of total return, including a competitive level of current income, while limiting fluctuations in net asset value due to changes in interest rates. The fund seeks current income with an emphasis on maintaining low volatility and overall short duration (within a range of 1-3 years) by investing primarily in higher quality, more liquid securities across 14 fixed income sectors. Under normal circumstances, it invests at least 80% of its assets in fixed income debt obligations of various types of issuers.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. Under normal circumstances, the adviser invests at least 80% of the fund's assets in stocks of U.S. companies with small market capitalizations. A portion of the fund's assets may also be invested in stocks of U.S. mid-market capitalization companies. The adviser defines "stocks of U.S. companies" as companies that do business in the U.S., are organized in the U.S. or whose stock is traded on a U.S. exchange or over-the-counter market.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. Under normal circumstances, the adviser invests at least 80% of the fund's assets in stocks of U.S. companies with small market capitalizations. A portion of the fund's assets may also be invested in stocks of U.S. mid-market capitalization companies. The adviser defines "stocks of U.S. companies" as companies that do business in the U.S., are organized in the U.S. or whose stock is traded on a U.S. exchange or over-the-counter market.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a market-weighted Treasury index with a long-term dollar-weighted average maturity. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the Bloomberg Barclays U.S. Long Treasury Bond Index. This index includes fixed income securities issued by the U.S. Treasury (not including inflation-protected bonds), with maturities greater than 10 years. Under normal circumstances, at least 80% of the fund's assets will be invested in bonds included in the index.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a market-weighted Treasury index with a long-term dollar-weighted average maturity. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the Bloomberg Barclays U.S. Long Treasury Bond Index. This index includes fixed income securities issued by the U.S. Treasury (not including inflation-protected bonds), with maturities greater than 10 years. Under normal circumstances, at least 80% of the fund's assets will be invested in bonds included in the index.
The investment seeks to provide investors with the maximum income exempt from federal income taxes while avoiding undue risk to principal; capital appreciation is a secondary objective but only when consistent with the fund's primary objective. The fund normally invests at least 80% of the fund's assets in securities the income of which is exempt from regular federal income taxation and will not subject non-corporate shareholders to the alternative minimum tax. It invests primarily in investment grade municipal bonds and the Advisor expects to maintain an average maturity of between 7 and 20 years.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. The fund invests substantially all of the fund's net assets in common stocks. Under normal circumstances, the Adviser invests at least 80% of the fund's assets in common stocks and other equity securities of mid-sized companies (the "80% Policy"). During the investment selection process, the Adviser performs fundamental and quantitative analysis on each company and utilizes the rankings of companies by the Value Line Timeliness Ranking System (the "Ranking System") to assist in selecting securities for purchase.
The investment seeks capital appreciation and income consistent with its asset allocation. The fund allocates its assets amongst equity securities, fixed income securities and money market instruments. It invests not less than 50% of its net assets in common or preferred stocks or securities convertible into common stock which may or may not pay dividends. The balance of the fund's net assets are primarily invested in U.S. government securities, investment grade debt securities rated at the time of purchase from the highest (AAA) to medium (BBB) quality, other fixed income securities or cash equivalents.
The investment seeks to track the performance of the CRSP US Large Cap Index that measures the investment return of large-capitalization stocks. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the CRSP US Large Cap Index, a broadly diversified index of large U.S. companies representing approximately the top 85% of the U.S. market capitalization. The advisor attempts to replicate the target index by investing all, or substantially all, of its assets in the stocks that make up the index, holding each stock in approximately the same proportion as its weighting in the index.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. To achieve the fund's investment objective, the adviser invests substantially all of the fund's assets in common stock. Under normal circumstances, the Adviser expects that the fund's portfolio will generally consist of positions in 25 to 50 companies. During the investment selection process, the Adviser performs fundamental and quantitative analysis on each company and utilizes the rankings of companies by the Value Line Timeliness Ranking System to assist in selecting securities for purchase.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. The fund invests substantially all of the fund's net assets in common stocks. Under normal circumstances, the Adviser invests at least 80% of the fund's assets in common stocks and other equity securities of mid-sized companies (the "80% Policy"). During the investment selection process, the Adviser performs fundamental and quantitative analysis on each company and utilizes the rankings of companies by the Value Line Timeliness Ranking System (the "Ranking System") to assist in selecting securities for purchase.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a market-weighted corporate bond index with a long-term dollar-weighted average maturity. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the Bloomberg Barclays U.S. 10+ Year Corporate Bond Index. This index includes U.S. dollar-denominated, investment-grade, fixed-rate, taxable securities issued by industrial, utility, and financial companies, with maturities greater than 10 years. Under normal circumstances, at least 80% of the fund's assets will be invested in bonds included in the index.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital and current income. Under normal market conditions, the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus borrowings for investment purposes) in equity securities of dividend-paying, large-capitalization issuers. The sub-adviser ("Sub-Adviser") defines large-capitalization companies as companies with market capitalizations that fall within the collective range of companies within the Russell 1000 Value Index at the time of purchase.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in equity securities of medium market capitalization companies. It pursues long-term capital appreciation in the medium capitalization sector while seeking to provide the risk characteristics of the less volatile large capitalization S&P 500 Index. The fund invests in a select group of medium market capitalization companies believed by the subadviser to be undervalued relative to their future growth potential.
The investment seeks a high level of current income that is exempt from both federal and Massachusetts personal income taxes. The fund invests primarily in high-quality municipal bonds issued by Massachusetts state and local governments, as well as by regional governmental and public financing authorities. Under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its assets will be invested in securities whose income is exempt from federal and Massachusetts state taxes. Although the fund has no limitations on the maturities of individual securities, its dollar-weighted average maturity is expected to be between 10 and 25 years. It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a market-weighted mortgage-backed securities index. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the Bloomberg Barclays U.S. MBS Float Adjusted Index. This index covers U.S. agency mortgage-backed pass-through securities. To be included in the index, pool aggregates must have at least $250 million currently outstanding and a weighted average maturity of at least 1 year. All of the fund's investments will be selected through the sampling process, and under normal circumstances, at least 80% of the fund's assets will be invested in bonds included in the index.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a market-weighted mortgage-backed securities index. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the Bloomberg Barclays U.S. MBS Float Adjusted Index. This index covers U.S. agency mortgage-backed pass-through securities. To be included in the index, pool aggregates must have at least $250 million currently outstanding and a weighted average maturity of at least 1 year. All of the fund's investments will be selected through the sampling process, and under normal circumstances, at least 80% of the fund's assets will be invested in bonds included in the index.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in equity securities of medium market capitalization companies. It pursues long-term capital appreciation in the medium capitalization sector while seeking to provide the risk characteristics of the less volatile large capitalization S&P 500 Index. The fund invests in a select group of medium market capitalization companies believed by the subadviser to be undervalued relative to their future growth potential.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a benchmark index that measures the investment return of mid-capitalization stocks. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the CRSP US Mid Cap Index, a broadly diversified index of stocks of mid-size U.S. companies. The advisor attempts to replicate the target index by investing all, or substantially all, of its assets in the stocks that make up the index, holding each stock in approximately the same proportion as its weighting in the index.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a benchmark index that measures the investment return of mid-capitalization stocks. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the CRSP US Mid Cap Index, a broadly diversified index of stocks of mid-size U.S. companies. The advisor attempts to replicate the target index by investing all, or substantially all, of its assets in the stocks that make up the index, holding each stock in approximately the same proportion as its weighting in the index.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. Under normal market conditions, the Portfolio invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus borrowings for investment purposes) in common stock of mid-sized U.S. companies. It normally invests in companies that the sub-adviser ("Sub-Adviser") believes have above average prospects for growth. For this Portfolio, the Sub-Adviser defines mid-sized companies as those companies with market capitalizations that fall within the range of companies in the Russell Midcap Growth Index at the time of purchase. The Portfolio may invest in real estate-related securities including real estate investment trusts.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a benchmark index that measures the investment return of large-capitalization stocks in the United States. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the CRSP US Mega Cap Index. The index is a float-adjusted, market-capitalization-weighted index designed to measure equity market performance of mega-capitalization stocks in the United States. The Advisor attempts to replicate the target index by investing all, or substantially all, of its assets in the stocks that make up the index, holding each stock in approximately the same proportion as its weighting in the index.
The investment seeks capital growth through investment in equity securities of medium capitalization companies using a value-oriented investment approach. The fund invests, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of net assets in equity securities of mid-cap companies. Generally, mid-cap companies will include companies whose market capitalizations, at the time of purchase, range from the market capitalization of the smallest company included in the Russell Midcap Index to the market capitalization of the largest company in the Russell Midcap Index during the most recent 12-month period.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a benchmark index that measures the investment return of mid-capitalization growth stocks in the United States. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the S&P MidCap 400 Growth Index, which represents the growth companies, as determined by the index sponsor, of the S&P MidCap 400 Index. The Advisor attempts to replicate the target index by investing all, or substantially all, of its assets in the stocks that make up the index, holding each stock in approximately the same proportion as its weighting in the index.
The investment seeks to maximize current income while preserving capital. The fund seeks to generate high current income and total return while preserving capital by applying extensive credit research and a time-tested approach designed to capitalize on opportunities across undervalued sectors of the bond market. The portfolio seeks diversification among 14 sectors in an effort to increase return potential and reduce risk. It invests at least 80% of its assets in bonds, which are debt securities of various types of issuers.
The investment seeks to maximize current income while preserving capital. The fund seeks to generate high current income and total return while preserving capital by applying extensive credit research and a time-tested approach designed to capitalize on opportunities across undervalued sectors of the bond market. The portfolio seeks diversification among 14 sectors in an effort to increase return potential and reduce risk. It invests at least 80% of its assets in bonds, which are debt securities of various types of issuers.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a benchmark index that measures the investment return of mid-capitalization value stocks in the United States. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the S&P MidCap 400 Value Index, which represents the value companies, as determined by the index sponsor, of the S&P MidCap 400 Index. The Advisor attempts to replicate the target index by investing all, or substantially all, of its assets in the stocks that make up the index, holding each stock in approximately the same proportion as its weighting in the index.
The investment seeks to track the performance of the CRSP US Mega Cap Growth Index. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the index. The index is a float-adjusted, market-capitalization-weighted index designed to measure equity market performance of mega-capitalization growth stocks in the United States. The Advisor attempts to replicate the target index by investing all, or substantially all, of its assets in the stocks that make up the index, holding each stock in approximately the same proportion as its weighting in the index. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks to track the performance of the CRSP US Mid Cap Growth Index that measures the investment return of mid-capitalization growth stocks. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the CRSP US Mid Cap Growth Index, a broadly diversified index of growth stocks of mid-size U.S. companies. The advisor attempts to replicate the target index by investing all, or substantially all, of its assets in the stocks that make up the index, holding each stock in approximately the same proportion as its weighting in the index.
The investment seeks growth and current income. As a fund-of-funds, the fund's principal investment strategy is to allocate assets among a combination of the underlying funds that, in turn, invest directly in a wide range of portfolio securities (like stocks and bonds). It invests its assets in underlying funds that invest in securities that seek growth of capital, such as stocks, and securities that generate current income, such as bonds and U.S. government-issued securities. The fund's indirect holdings are primarily in domestic and foreign fixed-income securities and equity securities of domestic large-cap companies.
The investment seeks to track the performance of the CRSP US Mid Cap Growth Index that measures the investment return of mid-capitalization growth stocks. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the CRSP US Mid Cap Growth Index, a broadly diversified index of growth stocks of mid-size U.S. companies. The advisor attempts to replicate the target index by investing all, or substantially all, of its assets in the stocks that make up the index, holding each stock in approximately the same proportion as its weighting in the index.
The investment seeks to provide long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests at least 80% of its assets in common stocks of mid-size companies. In selecting investments, each advisor invests in those mid-size companies that the adviser believes have the best prospects for future growth. The fund uses multiple investment advisors.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a benchmark index. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the MSCI US Investable Market Index (IMI)u002FMaterials 25u002F50, an index made up of stocks of large, mid-size, and small U.S. companies within the materials sector, as classified under the Global Industry Classification Standard (GICS). The Advisor attempts to replicate the target index by seeking to invest all, or substantially all, of its assets in the stocks that make up the index, in order to hold each stock in approximately the same proportion as its weighting in the index. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks to provide investors with a high level of current income exempt from federal income tax, consistent with preservation of capital. Under normal market conditions, the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) in municipal securities at the time of investment. It may invest up to 20% of its net assets in municipal securities below investment grade. The fund may invest all or a substantial portion of its assets in municipal securities that are subject to the federal alternative minimum tax.
The investment seeks to provide growth of capital through investments primarily in a diversified portfolio of common stocks that, as a group, are expected to provide investment results closely corresponding to the performance of the S&P MidCap 400 Index. The fund is managed to seek to track the performance of the index, which measures the performance of the mid-capitalization sector of the U.S. equity market. Under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its net assets are invested in stocks that are in the index.
The investment seeks to provide investors with a high level of current income exempt from federal income tax, consistent with preservation of capital. Under normal market conditions, the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) in municipal securities at the time of investment. It may invest up to 20% of its net assets in municipal securities below investment grade. The fund may invest all or a substantial portion of its assets in municipal securities that are subject to the federal alternative minimum tax.
The investment seeks to provide investors with a high level of current income exempt from federal income tax, consistent with preservation of capital. Under normal market conditions, the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) in municipal securities at the time of investment. It may invest up to 20% of its net assets in municipal securities below investment grade. The fund may invest all or a substantial portion of its assets in municipal securities that are subject to the federal alternative minimum tax.
The investment seeks current income that is exempt from federal personal income taxes, with limited price volatility. The fund has no limitations on the maturity of individual securities, but is expected to maintain a dollar-weighted average maturity of 2 to 6 years. At least 75% of the securities held by the fund are municipal bonds in the top three credit-rating categories as determined by a nationally recognized statistical rating organization or, if unrated, determined to be of comparable quality by the advisor. The remaining 5% may be invested in securities with lower credit ratings or, if unrated, determined to be of comparable quality by the advisor.
The investment seeks current income that is exempt from federal personal income taxes, with limited price volatility. The fund has no limitations on the maturity of individual securities, but is expected to maintain a dollar-weighted average maturity of 2 to 6 years. At least 75% of the securities held by the fund are municipal bonds in the top three credit-rating categories as determined by a nationally recognized statistical rating organization or, if unrated, determined to be of comparable quality by the advisor. The remaining 5% may be invested in securities with lower credit ratings or, if unrated, determined to be of comparable quality by the advisor.
The investment seeks to provide long-term capital appreciation while limiting exposure to general stock market risk. The fund follows a market neutral strategy, which the managers define as a strategy designed to produce a portfolio that is neutral with respect to general stock market risk (sometimes referred to as beta neutrality). Beta is a measure of a portfolio's volatility relative to the volatility of the general stock market. The fund, as a whole, does not seek to adhere to any other definition of market neutrality.
The investment seeks current income exempt from regular federal income tax. The fund normally invests at least 80% of the fund's net assets in municipal securities whose interest is exempt from regular federal income tax, but not necessarily the federal alternative minimum tax (AMT). It invests up to 35% of the fund's total assets in below investment-grade municipal securities. The fund invests principally in municipal securities of states, territories and possessions of the United States whose interest is exempt from regular federal income tax, but not necessarily federal AMT.
The investment seeks current income exempt from regular federal income tax. The fund normally invests at least 80% of the fund's net assets in municipal securities whose interest is exempt from regular federal income tax, but not necessarily the federal alternative minimum tax (AMT). It invests up to 35% of the fund's total assets in below investment-grade municipal securities. The fund invests principally in municipal securities of states, territories and possessions of the United States whose interest is exempt from regular federal income tax, but not necessarily federal AMT.
The investment seeks current income exempt from regular federal income tax. The fund normally invests at least 80% of the fund's net assets in municipal securities whose interest is exempt from regular federal income tax, but not necessarily the federal alternative minimum tax (AMT). It invests up to 35% of the fund's total assets in below investment-grade municipal securities. The fund invests principally in municipal securities of states, territories and possessions of the United States whose interest is exempt from regular federal income tax, but not necessarily federal AMT.
The investment seeks long-term capital growth. Under normal circumstances, at least 80% of the fund's net assets will be invested in common stocks of mid-cap companies. Generally, mid-cap companies will include companies whose market capitalizations, at the time of purchase, range from the market capitalization of the smallest company included in the Russell Midcap Growth Index to the market capitalization of the largest company in the Russell Midcap Growth Index during the most recent 12-month period.
The investment seeks high current income while the adviser attempts to limit changes in the fund's net asset value per share caused by interest rate changes. The fund seeks current income with an emphasis on maintaining low volatility and overall short duration by investing primarily in higher quality, more liquid securities across 14 bond market sectors. It invests at least 80% of its assets in bonds, which are fixed income debt obligations of various types of issuers. The fund invests in a diversified portfolio of primarily short-term fixed income securities having an expected dollar-weighted average maturity of three years or less.
The investment seeks the highest level of current income that is exempt from federal and Montana personal income taxes and is consistent with preservation of capital. To pursue its objective, the fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets (including any borrowings for investment purposes) in municipal securities that pay interest free from (a) federal income taxes, including the federal alternative minimum tax, and (b) Montana personal income taxes. It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks the highest level of current income that is exempt from federal and Montana personal income taxes and is consistent with preservation of capital. To pursue its objective, the fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets (including any borrowings for investment purposes) in municipal securities that pay interest free from (a) federal income taxes, including the federal alternative minimum tax, and (b) Montana personal income taxes. It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks to track the performance of the CRSP US Mid Cap Value Index that measures the investment return of mid-capitalization value stocks. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the CRSP US Mid Cap Value Index, a broadly diversified index of value stocks of mid-size U.S. companies. The advisor attempts to replicate the target index by investing all, or substantially all, of its assets in the stocks that make up the index, holding each stock in approximately the same proportion as its weighting in the index.
The investment seeks to track the performance of the CRSP US Mid Cap Value Index that measures the investment return of mid-capitalization value stocks. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the CRSP US Mid Cap Value Index, a broadly diversified index of value stocks of mid-size U.S. companies. The advisor attempts to replicate the target index by investing all, or substantially all, of its assets in the stocks that make up the index, holding each stock in approximately the same proportion as its weighting in the index.
The investment seeks the performance of a benchmark index. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the CRSP US Mega Cap Value Index. The index is a float-adjusted, market-capitalization-weighted index designed to measure equity market performance of mega-capitalization value stocks in the United States. The Advisor attempts to replicate the target index by investing all, or substantially all, of its assets in the stocks that make up the index, holding each stock in approximately the same proportion as its weighting in the index.
The investment seeks the highest level of current income that is exempt from federal and North Dakota personal income taxes and is consistent with preservation of capital. To pursue its objective, the fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets (including any borrowings for investment purposes) in municipal securities that pay interest free from (a) federal income taxes, including the federal alternative minimum tax, and (b) North Dakota personal income taxes. It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks the highest level of current income that is exempt from federal and North Dakota personal income taxes and is consistent with preservation of capital. To pursue its objective, the fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets (including any borrowings for investment purposes) in municipal securities that pay interest free from (a) federal income taxes, including the federal alternative minimum tax, and (b) North Dakota personal income taxes. It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks to provide current income that is exempt from both federal and New Jersey personal income taxes. The fund invests primarily in high-quality municipal bonds issued by New Jersey state and local governments, as well as by regional governmental and public financing authorities. At least 80% of its assets will be invested in securities whose income is exempt from federal and New Jersey state taxes. Although the fund has no limitations on the maturities of individual securities, its dollar-weighted average maturity is expected to be between 10 and 25 years. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks to provide current income that is exempt from both federal and New Jersey personal income taxes. The fund invests primarily in high-quality municipal bonds issued by New Jersey state and local governments, as well as by regional governmental and public financing authorities. At least 80% of its assets will be invested in securities whose income is exempt from federal and New Jersey state taxes. Although the fund has no limitations on the maturities of individual securities, its dollar-weighted average maturity is expected to be between 10 and 25 years. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. Under normal market conditions, the fund will invest at least 80% of its net assets (plus any borrowings made for investment purposes) in companies that, at the time of purchase, have market capitalizations either within the capitalization range of the Russell Midcap Value Index, or are $15 billion or less. Equity securities may take the form of stock in corporations, limited partnership interests, interests in limited liability companies, real estate investment trusts (REITs) or other trusts and similar securities representing direct or indirect ownership interests in business organizations.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. Under normal market conditions, the fund will invest at least 80% of its net assets (plus any borrowings made for investment purposes) in companies that, at the time of purchase, have market capitalizations either within the capitalization range of the Russell Midcap Value Index, or are $15 billion or less. Equity securities may take the form of stock in corporations, limited partnership interests, interests in limited liability companies, real estate investment trusts (REITs) or other trusts and similar securities representing direct or indirect ownership interests in business organizations.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. Under normal market conditions, the fund will invest at least 80% of its net assets (plus any borrowings made for investment purposes) in companies that, at the time of purchase, have market capitalizations either within the capitalization range of the Russell Midcap Value Index, or are $15 billion or less. Equity securities may take the form of stock in corporations, limited partnership interests, interests in limited liability companies, real estate investment trusts (REITs) or other trusts and similar securities representing direct or indirect ownership interests in business organizations.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. Under normal market conditions, the fund will invest at least 80% of its net assets (plus any borrowings made for investment purposes) in companies that, at the time of purchase, have market capitalizations either within the capitalization range of the Russell Midcap Value Index, or are $15 billion or less. Equity securities may take the form of stock in corporations, limited partnership interests, interests in limited liability companies, real estate investment trusts (REITs) or other trusts and similar securities representing direct or indirect ownership interests in business organizations.
The investment seeks to provide investors with a high level of current income exempt from federal, New York State and New York City income taxes, consistent with preservation of capital. The fund invests, under normal market conditions, at least 80% of its net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) in New York municipal securities at the time of investment. It invests primarily in investment grade New York municipal securities. The principal types of municipal debt securities purchased by the fund are revenue obligations and general obligations. The fund may not invest more than 20% of its net assets in unrated investment grade securities.
The investment seeks to provide investors with a high level of current income exempt from federal, New York State and New York City income taxes, consistent with preservation of capital. The fund invests, under normal market conditions, at least 80% of its net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) in New York municipal securities at the time of investment. It invests primarily in investment grade New York municipal securities. The principal types of municipal debt securities purchased by the fund are revenue obligations and general obligations. The fund may not invest more than 20% of its net assets in unrated investment grade securities.
The investment seeks to provide investors with a high level of current income exempt from federal, New York State and New York City income taxes, consistent with preservation of capital. The fund invests, under normal market conditions, at least 80% of its net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) in New York municipal securities at the time of investment. It invests primarily in investment grade New York municipal securities. The principal types of municipal debt securities purchased by the fund are revenue obligations and general obligations. The fund may not invest more than 20% of its net assets in unrated investment grade securities.
The investment seeks to provide current income that is exempt from both federal and New York personal income taxes. The fund invests primarily in high-quality municipal bonds issued by New York state and local governments, as well as by regional governmental and public financing authorities. It invests at least 80% of its assets will be invested in securities whose income is exempt from federal and New York state taxes. Although the fund has no limitations on the maturities of individual securities, its dollar-weighted average maturity is expected to be between 10 and 25 years. It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks to provide current income that is exempt from both federal and New York personal income taxes. The fund invests primarily in high-quality municipal bonds issued by New York state and local governments, as well as by regional governmental and public financing authorities. It invests at least 80% of its assets will be invested in securities whose income is exempt from federal and New York state taxes. Although the fund has no limitations on the maturities of individual securities, its dollar-weighted average maturity is expected to be between 10 and 25 years. It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks to provide investors with a high level of current income exempt from federal, New York State and New York City income taxes, consistent with preservation of capital. The fund invests, under normal market conditions, at least 80% of its net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) in New York municipal securities at the time of investment. It invests primarily in investment grade New York municipal securities. The principal types of municipal debt securities purchased by the fund are revenue obligations and general obligations. The fund may not invest more than 20% of its net assets in unrated investment grade securities.
The investment seeks to provide current income that is exempt from both federal and Ohio personal income taxes. The fund invests primarily in high-quality municipal bonds issued by Ohio state and local governments, as well as by regional governmental and public financing authorities. Under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its assets will be invested in securities whose income is exempt from federal and Ohio state taxes. Although the fund has no limitations on the maturities of individual securities, its dollar-weighted average maturity is expected to be between 10 and 25 years. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks capital growth; its secondary objective is downside protection. The fund typically invests in a broadly diversified portfolio of large and mid-cap domestic stocks; although, its portfolio may also contain small-cap stocks with annual revenues over $1 billion. Its securities are generally a blend of value and growth stocks. The fund invests primarily in issues listed on the New York Stock Exchange, and to a lesser extent, in common stocks of NASDAQ and other exchanges. It may also invest up to 15% of its net assets, in S&P 500 based ETFs or equivalents.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a benchmark index that measures the investment return of stocks issued by companies located in the major markets of the Pacific region. The fund employs an indexing investment approach by investing all, or substantially all, of its assets in the common stocks included in the FTSE Developed Asia Pacific All Cap Index. The FTSE Developed Asia Pacific All Cap Index is a market-capitalization-weighted index.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a benchmark index that measures the investment return of stocks issued by companies located in the major markets of the Pacific region. The fund employs an indexing investment approach by investing all, or substantially all, of its assets in the common stocks included in the FTSE Developed Asia Pacific All Cap Index. The FTSE Developed Asia Pacific All Cap Index is a market-capitalization-weighted index.
The investment seeks to provide current income that is exempt from both federal and Pennsylvania personal income taxes. The fund invests primarily in high-quality municipal bonds issued by Pennsylvania state and local governments, as well as by regional governmental and public financing authorities. Under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its assets will be invested in securities whose income is exempt from federal and Pennsylvania state taxes. Although the fund has no limitations on the maturities of individual securities, its dollar-weighted average maturity is expected to be between 10 and 25 years. It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks to provide current income that is exempt from both federal and Pennsylvania personal income taxes. The fund invests primarily in high-quality municipal bonds issued by Pennsylvania state and local governments, as well as by regional governmental and public financing authorities. Under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its assets will be invested in securities whose income is exempt from federal and Pennsylvania state taxes. Although the fund has no limitations on the maturities of individual securities, its dollar-weighted average maturity is expected to be between 10 and 25 years. It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks to provide long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests in stocks that its advisor believes offer a good balance between reasonable valuations and attractive growth prospects relative to their peers. Stocks selected for the fund typically have earnings growth potential that, in the advisor's view, is not reflected in their current market prices. It can invest in stocks across all industry sectors and market capitalizations.
The investment seeks to maximize total return through a combination of current income and capital appreciation. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets in bonds of issuers in a number of different countries, which may include the United States. It invests primarily in investment-grade securities which include, but are not limited to, corporate and government bonds. The fund will seek to maintain a minimum weighted average portfolio quality rating of at least investment-grade. The dollar-weighted average portfolio duration of the fund will generally range between two and nine years.
The investment seeks to deliver a targeted inflation-adjusted return through long-term capital appreciation and moderate income. The fund invests in Vanguard mutual funds and other investments according to an asset allocation strategy designed to provide shareholders with capital appreciation and income from their investments in the fund. It may allocate its assets across a broadly diversified selection of opportunities-such as stocks, bonds, cash, inflation-linked investments, and selected other investments-in proportions that reflect the advisor's evaluation of their expected returns and risks as an integrated whole.
The investment seeks to provide investors with a high level of current income and total return. Under normal market conditions, the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus borrowings for investment purposes) in a diversified portfolio of high-yield (high risk) bonds commonly known as "junk bonds." High-yield bonds are debt securities that, at the time of purchase, are not rated by a nationally recognized statistical rating organization ("NRSRO") or are rated below investment-grade (for example, rated below BBB- by S&P Global Ratings or Baa3 by Moody's Investors Service, Inc.) or have an equivalent rating by a NRSRO.
The investment seeks to maximize total return through income and capital appreciation. Under normal market conditions, the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus borrowings for investment purposes) in a portfolio of bonds, including but not limited to corporate, government and mortgage bonds, which, at the time of purchase, are rated investment-grade (e.g., rated at least BBB- by S&P Global Ratings or Baa3 by Moody's Investors Service, Inc.) or have an equivalent rating by a nationally recognized statistical rating organization ("NRSRO"), or are of comparable quality if unrated.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a benchmark index that measures the investment return of stocks issued by companies located in the major markets of the Pacific region. The fund employs an indexing investment approach by investing all, or substantially all, of its assets in the common stocks included in the FTSE Developed Asia Pacific All Cap Index. The FTSE Developed Asia Pacific All Cap Index is a market-capitalization-weighted index.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. Under normal market conditions, the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus borrowings for investment purposes) in common stocks of large-capitalization companies. For this fund, large-capitalization companies as companies with market capitalizations which fall within the range of companies in the Russell 1000 Growth Index at the time of purchase. The fund may also invest in derivative instruments, which include, but are not limited to, index futures and options to hedge against market risk or to enhance returns. It may also invest up to 25% of its assets in foreign securities.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests in stocks considered to have above-average earnings growth potential that is not reflected in their current market prices. Its portfolio consists predominantly of large- and mid-capitalization stocks.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. Under normal market conditions, the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus borrowings for investment purposes) in common stocks of mid-sized U.S. companies. It normally invests in companies that the sub-adviser ("Sub-Adviser") believes have above average prospects for growth. For this fund, mid-sized companies as those companies with market capitalizations that fall within the range of companies in the Russell Midcap Growth Index at the time of purchase. The fund may invest in real estate-related securities including real estate investment trusts.
The investment seeks over the long-term, a high total investment return, consistent with the preservation of capital and with prudent investment risk. Under normal market conditions, the Portfolio pursues an active asset allocation strategy whereby investments are allocated among three asset classes: equity securities, debt instruments, and money market instruments. The Portfolio invests at least 50% of its total assets in common stocks. It may invest up to 15% of its total net assets in Rule 144A securities.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests primarily in equity securities of issuers located throughout the world that the advisor believes have, among other things, sustainable competitive advantages, capable management and financial strength. It may invest in securities of companies of any market capitalization. The sub-adviser emphasizes individual stock selection and seeks to identify undervalued securities of issuers located throughout the world, including both developed and emerging market countries. It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks capital growth over the long term. The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus borrowings for investment purposes) in equity securities of small-capitalization companies. The sub-adviser defines small-capitalization companies as companies with a market capitalization equal to those within a universe of Russell 2000 Index stocks at the time of purchase.
The investment seeks total return. Under normal market conditions, the Portfolio invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus borrowings for investment purposes) in equity securities of companies included in the S&P 500 Index ("index") or equity securities of companies that are representative of the index (including derivatives).
The investment seeks investment results that correspond to the total return (which includes capital appreciation and income) of the Bloomberg Barclays U.S. Aggregate Bond Index ("index"). The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus borrowings for investment purposes) in investment-grade debt instruments rated at least A by Moody's Investors Service, Inc., at least A by S&P Global Ratings, or are of comparable quality if unrated, which are at the time of purchase, included in the index; derivatives whose economic returns are, by design, closely equivalent to the returns of the index or its components; and exchange-traded funds that track the index.
The investment seeks to provide a total return (capital appreciation plus dividend income) greater than the return of the Standard & Poor's 500 Index. The fund invests at least 65% (and typically more than 90%) of its assets in stocks that are included in the index. Most of the stocks held by the fund provide dividend income as well as the potential for capital appreciation. The advisors use quantitative approaches to select a broadly diversified group of stocks that, as a whole, have investment characteristics similar to those of the S&P 500 Index, but are expected to provide a higher total return than that of the index.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in common stocks of small market capitalization companies. It pursues long-term capital appreciation in the small market capitalization sector while seeking to incur less risk than the small capitalization value market. The fund invests in a select group of small market capitalization companies believed by the fund's subadviser to be undervalued relative to their future growth potential.
The investment seeks to provide total return with a low to moderate correlation to traditional financial market indices, and as a secondary objective, capital preservation. The fund seeks to meet its investment objective by building a portfolio that includes Invesco Balanced-Risk Allocation Fund and two affiliated money market funds, Invesco Government & Agency Portfolio and Invesco Treasury Portfolio. It is designed for investors who expect to need all or most of their money in the fund at retirement and for investors who plan to withdraw the value of their account in the fund gradually after retirement. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks to provide total return with a low to moderate correlation to traditional financial market indices, and as a secondary objective, capital preservation. The fund seeks to meet its investment objective by building a portfolio that includes Invesco Balanced-Risk Allocation Fund and two affiliated money market funds, Invesco Government & Agency Portfolio and Invesco Treasury Portfolio. It is designed for investors who expect to need all or most of their money in the fund at retirement and for investors who plan to withdraw the value of their account in the fund gradually after retirement. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks to provide total return with a low to moderate correlation to traditional financial market indices, and as a secondary objective, capital preservation. The fund seeks to meet its investment objective by building a portfolio that includes Invesco Balanced-Risk Allocation Fund and two affiliated money market funds, Invesco Government & Agency Portfolio and Invesco Treasury Portfolio. It is designed for investors who expect to need all or most of their money in the fund at retirement and for investors who plan to withdraw the value of their account in the fund gradually after retirement. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks to provide total return with a low to moderate correlation to traditional financial market indices, and as a secondary objective, capital preservation. The fund seeks to meet its investment objective by building a portfolio that includes Invesco Balanced-Risk Allocation Fund and two affiliated money market funds, Invesco Government & Agency Portfolio and Invesco Treasury Portfolio. It is designed for investors who expect to need all or most of their money in the fund at retirement and for investors who plan to withdraw the value of their account in the fund gradually after retirement. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks total return with a low to moderate correlation to traditional financial market indices, and as a secondary objective, capital preservation. The fund seeks to meet its investment objective by building a portfolio that includes Invesco Balanced-Risk Allocation Fund and two affiliated money market funds, Invesco Government & Agency Portfolio and Invesco Treasury Portfolio. It is designed for investors who expect to need all or most of their money in the fund at retirement and for investors who plan to withdraw the value of their account in the fund gradually after retirement. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks total return with a low to moderate correlation to traditional financial market indices, and as a secondary objective, capital preservation. The fund seeks to meet its investment objective by building a portfolio that includes Invesco Balanced-Risk Allocation Fund and two affiliated money market funds, Invesco Government & Agency Portfolio and Invesco Treasury Portfolio. It is designed for investors who expect to need all or most of their money in the fund at retirement and for investors who plan to withdraw the value of their account in the fund gradually after retirement. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks capital appreciation. The fund offers investors exposure to emerging economies through well-established companies. Under normal circumstances, it invests at least 80% of its assets in equity securities or equity-linked instruments of issuers located in emerging markets countries; such issuers may be of any capitalization. Emerging markets countries generally include every nation in the world except the U.S., Canada, Japan, Australia, New Zealand and most nations located in Western Europe.
The investment seeks total return. Under normal market conditions, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets (net assets plus borrowings for investment purposes) in common and preferred stocks of U.S. real estate investment trusts ("REITs") and other real estate companies. The Sub-Adviser may invest in companies with any market capitalization. However, the Sub-Adviser will generally not invest in companies with a market capitalization of less than $100 million at the time of purchase. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks total return with a low to moderate correlation to traditional financial market indices, and as a secondary objective, capital preservation. The fund seeks to meet its investment objective by building a portfolio that includes Invesco Balanced-Risk Allocation Fund and two affiliated money market funds, Invesco Government & Agency Portfolio and Invesco Treasury Portfolio. It is designed for investors who expect to need all or most of their money in the fund at retirement and for investors who plan to withdraw the value of their account in the fund gradually after retirement. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks total return with a low to moderate correlation to traditional financial market indices, and as a secondary objective, capital preservation. The fund builds a portfolio that includes Invesco Balanced-Risk Allocation Fund, Invesco Balanced-Risk Aggressive Allocation Fund and two affiliated money market funds, Invesco Government & Agency Portfolio and Invesco Treasury Portfolio. It is designed for investors who expect to need all or most of their money in the fund at retirement and for investors who plan to withdraw the value of their account in the fund gradually after retirement. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks total return with a low to moderate correlation to traditional financial market indices, and as a secondary objective, capital preservation. The fund builds a portfolio that includes Invesco Balanced-Risk Allocation Fund, Invesco Balanced-Risk Aggressive Allocation Fund and two affiliated money market funds, Invesco Government & Agency Portfolio and Invesco Treasury Portfolio. It is designed for investors who expect to need all or most of their money in the fund at retirement and for investors who plan to withdraw the value of their account in the fund gradually after retirement. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation with a secondary investment objective of income. The fund provides global exposure to the real estate securities market, focusing on owners and operators with recurring rental income. It invests at least 80% of its assets in equity securities issued by U.S. and non-U.S. companies of any capitalization that are principally engaged in the real estate industry, including common stock, preferred stock and other equity securities issued by real estate companies, such as REITs and similar REIT-like entities.
The investment seeks capital appreciation. This fund seeks to provide investors with exposure to high-quality global companies. The securities selected for inclusion in the fund are those believed by the subadviser to be well-managed businesses with consistent operating histories and financial performance that have favorable long-term economic prospects and, in most cases, generate free cash flow. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests in equity securities or equity-linked instruments of issuers located throughout the world, including issuers in emerging markets countries and issuers in the United States.
The investment seeks total return with a low to moderate correlation to traditional financial market indices, and as a secondary objective, capital preservation. The fund builds a portfolio that includes Invesco Balanced-Risk Allocation Fund, Invesco Balanced-Risk Aggressive Allocation Fund and two affiliated money market funds, Invesco Government & Agency Portfolio and Invesco Treasury Portfolio. It is designed for investors who expect to need all or most of their money in the fund at retirement and for investors who plan to withdraw the value of their account in the fund gradually after retirement. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks to track the performance of the Russell 1000 Growth Index. The index is designed to measure the performance of large-capitalization growth stocks in the United States. The Advisor attempts to replicate the target index by investing all, or substantially all, of its assets in the stocks that make up the index, holding each stock in approximately the same proportion as its weighting in the index. The fund may become non-diversified, as defined under the Investment Company Act of 1940, solely as a result of a change in relative market capitalization or index weighting of one or more constituents of the index.
The investment seeks high current income and a secondary objective of capital growth. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its assets in high yield fixed income securities. It is appropriate for investors seeking diversification and the potential rewards associated with investing in high-yield fixed income securities. High-yield fixed income securities are those that are rated below investment grade. The subadviser attempts to maintain the duration of the fund at a level similar to that of its style benchmark, the Bloomberg Barclays U.S. High-Yield 2% Issuer Capped Bond Index.
The investment seeks total return with a low to moderate correlation to traditional financial market indices, and as a secondary objective, capital preservation. The fund builds a portfolio that includes Invesco Balanced-Risk Allocation Fund, Invesco Balanced-Risk Aggressive Allocation Fund and two affiliated money market funds, Invesco Government & Agency Portfolio and Invesco Treasury Portfolio. It is designed for investors who expect to need all or most of their money in the fund at retirement and for investors who plan to withdraw the value of their account in the fund gradually after retirement. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks total return with a low to moderate correlation to traditional financial market indices, and as a secondary objective, capital preservation. The fund builds a portfolio that includes Invesco Balanced-Risk Allocation Fund, Invesco Balanced-Risk Aggressive Allocation Fund and two affiliated money market funds, Invesco Government & Agency Portfolio and Invesco Treasury Portfolio. It is designed for investors who expect to need all or most of their money in the fund at retirement and for investors who plan to withdraw the value of their account in the fund gradually after retirement. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks total return with a low to moderate correlation to traditional financial market indices, and as a secondary objective, capital preservation. The fund builds a portfolio that includes Invesco Balanced-Risk Allocation Fund, Invesco Balanced-Risk Aggressive Allocation Fund and two affiliated money market funds, Invesco Government & Agency Portfolio and Invesco Treasury Portfolio. It is designed for investors who expect to need all or most of their money in the fund at retirement and for investors who plan to withdraw the value of their account in the fund gradually after retirement. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks long-term capital growth. The Portfolio invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus borrowings for investment purposes) in common stocks of large-capitalization companies. It normally invests in companies that the sub-adviser believes have above-average growth prospects. For this Portfolio, the Sub-Adviser defines large-capitalization companies as companies with market capitalizations which fall within the range of companies in the Russell 1000 Growth Index at the time of purchase.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in equity securities of medium market capitalization companies. It pursues long-term capital appreciation in the medium capitalization sector while seeking to provide the risk characteristics of the less volatile large capitalization S&P 500 Index. The fund invests in a select group of medium market capitalization companies believed by the subadviser to be undervalued relative to their future growth potential.
The investment seeks capital appreciation. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in equity securities of medium market capitalization companies. It invests in a select group of medium market capitalization growth companies believed by the subadviser to be undervalued relative to their future growth potential. Although the fund invests primarily in U.S. companies, it may invest in foreign securities and depositary receipts.
The investment seeks investment results (before fees and expenses) that correspond to the total return (which includes capital appreciation and income) of the Russell Midcap Index ("index"). The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus borrowings for investment purposes) in equity securities of companies, which are at the time of purchase, included in the index; convertible securities that are convertible into stocks included in the index; other derivatives whose economic returns are, by design, closely equivalent to the returns of the index or its components; and exchange-traded funds that track the index.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a benchmark index that measures the investment return of large-capitalization stocks in the United States. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the Russell 1000 Index. The index is designed to measure the performance of large-capitalization stocks in the United States. The Advisor attempts to replicate the target index by investing all, or substantially all, of its assets in the stocks that make up the index, holding each stock in approximately the same proportion as its weighting in the index.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The manager employs a systematic, technical trend-following futures investment strategy that attempts to capture large directional moves in futures contracts to produce risk-adjusted returns with a low correlation to broad-based equity market indexes such as the S&P 500 Index or the MSCI World Index. A significant portion of the assets of the fund may be invested directly or indirectly in cash equivalents, U.S. government securities and other short-term, high grade debt instruments.
The investment seeks capital appreciation and income with approximately equal emphasis. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its assets in publicly-traded REITs and companies that are principally engaged in the real estate industry. It offers exposure to the equity real estate investment trust ("REIT") market utilizing utilizing a quality and relative value style with a fundamental security analysis approach designed to identify the most attractive investment candidates.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus borrowings for investment purposes) in common stock of smaller, lesser-known U.S. companies. The Sub-Adviser defines smaller companies as those with market capitalizations that fall within the range of companies in the Russell 2000 Growth Index at the time of purchase. It normally invests in companies that the sub-adviser believes have above average prospects for growth.
The investment seeks high total return from both current income and capital appreciation. The fund offers the potential for attractive total return and income by investing primarily in non-investment grade bank loans with a focus on higher quality companies within a rating tier. Under normal circumstances, it will invest at least 80% of its net assets (plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes) in a portfolio of senior floating rate loans ("Senior Loans"). The fund may invest up to 15% of total assets in U.S. and non-U.S. dollar denominated foreign securities and foreign Senior Loans, including Yankee bonds.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in common stocks of small market capitalization companies. It pursues long-term capital appreciation in the small capitalization market while seeking to incur less risk than the small capitalization growth market. The fund invests in a select group of small market capitalization companies believed by the fund's subadviser to possess sustainable competitive advantages at prices the subadviser deems attractive.
The investment seeks investment results (before fees and expenses) that correspond to the total return (which includes capital appreciation and income) of the Russell 2000 Index ("index"). The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus borrowings for investment purposes) in equity securities of companies, which are at the time of purchase, included in the index; convertible securities that are convertible into stocks included in the index; other derivatives whose economic returns are, by design, closely equivalent to the returns of the index or its components; and exchange-traded funds that track the index.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a benchmark index that measures the investment return of small-capitalization growth stocks in the United States. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the Russell 2000 Growth Index. The index is designed to measure the performance of small-capitalization growth stocks in the United States. The advisor attempts to replicate the target index by investing all, or substantially all, of its assets in the stocks that make up the index, holding each stock in approximately the same proportion as its weighting in the index.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a benchmark index that measures the investment return of small-capitalization stocks in the United States. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the Russell 2000 Index. The index is designed to measure the performance of small-capitalization stocks in the United States. The advisor attempts to replicate the target index by investing all, or substantially all, of its assets in the stocks that make up the index, holding each stock in approximately the same proportion as its weighting in the index.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a benchmark index that measures the investment return of the broad U.S. stock market. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the Russell 3000 Index, which represents approximately 98% of the U.S. equity market and comprises the 3,000 largest companies in the United States. The Advisor attempts to replicate the target index by investing all, or substantially all, of its assets in the stocks that make up the index, holding each stock in approximately the same proportion as its weighting in the index.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a benchmark index that measures the investment return of small-capitalization value stocks in the United States. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the Russell 2000 Value Index. The index is designed to measure the performance of small-capitalization value stocks in the United States. The advisor attempts to replicate the target index by investing all, or substantially all, of its assets in the stocks that make up the index, holding each stock in approximately the same proportion as its weighting in the index.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a benchmark index that measures the investment return of large-capitalization value stocks in the United States. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the Russell 1000 Value Index. The index is designed to measure the performance of large-capitalization value stocks in the United States. The Advisor attempts to replicate the target index by investing all, or substantially all, of its assets in the stocks that make up the index, holding each stock in approximately the same proportion as its weighting in the index.
The investment seeks capital growth. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets in small-cap companies. The fund's managers consider a company to be a small-cap company if its market capitalization, at the time of purchase, is equal to or less than the market capitalization of the largest company in the Russell 2000 Index during the most recent 12-month period.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a market-weighted Treasury index with a short-term dollar-weighted average maturity. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the Bloomberg Barclays US Treasury 1-3 Year Bond Index. This index includes fixed income securities issued by the U.S. Treasury (not including inflation-protected securities), all with maturities between 1 and 3 years. At least 80% of the fund's assets will be invested in bonds included in the index.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a market-weighted Treasury index with a short-term dollar-weighted average maturity. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the Bloomberg Barclays US Treasury 1-3 Year Bond Index. This index includes fixed income securities issued by the U.S. Treasury (not including inflation-protected securities), all with maturities between 1 and 3 years. At least 80% of the fund's assets will be invested in bonds included in the index.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. The fund invests, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) in securities of small capitalization companies, and in derivatives and other instruments that have economic characteristics similar to such securities. It invests primarily in equity securities of small capitalization companies that Invesco Advisers, Inc. (Invesco or the Adviser), the fund's investment adviser, believes are undervalued. The principal type of equity security in which the fund invests is common stock.
The investment seeks capital growth over the long term. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in equity securities of small cap companies. "Assets" means net assets, plus the amount of borrowings for investment purposes. Small cap companies are companies with market capitalizations equal to those within the universe of the Russell 2000 Index andu002For with market capitalizations of less than $5 billion at the time of purchase.
The investment seeks current income and low to moderate capital appreciation. The fund invests in other Vanguard mutual funds according to a fixed formula that reflects an allocation of approximately 60% of the fund's assets to bonds and 40% to common stocks. Its indirect bond holdings are a diversified mix of short-, intermediate-, and long-term U.S. government, U.S. agency, and investment-grade U.S. corporate bonds; mortgage-backed and asset-backed securities; and government, agency, corporate, and securitized investment-grade foreign bonds issued in currencies other than the U.S. dollar (but hedged by Vanguard to minimize foreign currency exposure).
The investment seeks to track the performance of a benchmark index that measures the investment return of small-capitalization stocks. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the CRSP US Small Cap Index, a broadly diversified index of stocks of small U.S. companies. The advisor attempts to replicate the target index by investing all, or substantially all, of its assets in the stocks that make up the index, holding each stock in approximately the same proportion as its weighting in the index.
The investment seeks capital appreciation. The fund normally will invest at least 80% of its net assets (plus any borrowings made for investment purposes) in the equity securities, including common stocks and preferred stocks, of "small-capitalization companies." It may invest in convertible preferred stock and convertible debt securities. The fund may invest in foreign securities, including emerging market securities. It may invest in REITs. The fund may invest in securities offered in initial public offerings ("IPOs").
The investment seeks capital growth over the long term. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in equity securities of small cap companies. "Assets" means net assets, plus the amount of borrowings for investment purposes. Small cap companies are companies with market capitalizations equal to those within the universe of the Russell 2000 Index andu002For with market capitalizations of less than $5 billion at the time of purchase.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a benchmark index that measures the investment return of small-capitalization stocks. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the CRSP US Small Cap Index, a broadly diversified index of stocks of small U.S. companies. The advisor attempts to replicate the target index by investing all, or substantially all, of its assets in the stocks that make up the index, holding each stock in approximately the same proportion as its weighting in the index.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation, with dividend income a secondary consideration. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in common stocks of small market capitalization companies. It pursues long-term capital appreciation in the small capitalization market while seeking to incur less risk than the small capitalization market. The fund invests in a select group of small market capitalization companies believed by the fund's subadviser to possess sustainable competitive advantages at prices the subadviser deems attractive.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a market-weighted corporate bond index with a short-term dollar-weighted average maturity. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the Bloomberg Barclays U.S. 1-5 Year Corporate Bond Index. This index includes U.S. dollar-denominated, investment-grade, fixed-rate, taxable securities issued by industrial, utility, and financial companies, with maturities between 1 and 5 years. Under normal circumstances, at least 80% of the fund's assets will be invested in bonds included in the index.
The investment seeks to provide long-term capital growth. The adviser pursues the fund's investment objective by investing, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of the fund's assets in equity securities of small-capitalization companies. Small-capitalization companies are those companies with market capitalizations within the range of companies included in the Russell 2000 Index.
The investment seeks capital growth over the long term. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in equity securities of small cap companies. "Assets" means net assets, plus the amount of borrowings for investment purposes. Small cap companies are companies with market capitalizations equal to those within the universe of the Russell 2000 Index stocks andu002For with market capitalizations of less than $4 billion at the time of purchase.
The investment seeks to track a benchmark index that measures the investment return of small- and mid-capitalization stocks. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of S&P Completion Index, a broadly diversified index of stocks of small and mid-size U.S. companies. It invests by sampling the index, meaning that it holds a broadly diversified collection of securities that, in the aggregate, approximates the full index in terms of key characteristics. These characteristics include industry weightings and market capitalization, as well as certain financial measures, such as priceu002Fearnings ratio and dividend yield.
The investment seeks capital growth over the long term. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in equity securities of small cap companies. "Assets" means net assets, plus the amount of borrowings for investment purposes. Small cap companies are companies with market capitalizations equal to those within the universe of the Russell 2000 Index stocks andu002For with market capitalizations of less than $4 billion at the time of purchase.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests in small- and mid-capitalization domestic equity securities based on the advisor's assessment of the relative return potential of the securities. The advisor selects securities that it believes offer an appropriate balance between strong growth prospects and reasonable valuations relative to their industry peers. The advisor does this by using a quantitative process to evaluate all of the securities in the benchmark, the MSCI US Small + Mid Cap 2200 Index, while seeking to maintain a risk profile similar to that of the index. At least 80% of its assets will be invested in equity securities.
The investment seeks capital appreciation. The fund primarily invests in common stocks and other equity securities of U.S. companies with small market capitalizations. The adviser seeks to achieve its investment objective by investing in companies that the Adviser believes are undervalued relative to the market or their historic valuations. Small-cap companies are considered to be companies with market capitalizations at the time of purchase similar to those in the range of the Russell 2000 Index. It will invest its assets so that at least 80% of its net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) are invested in small-cap companies.
The investment seeks capital appreciation. The fund primarily invests in common stocks and other equity securities of U.S. companies with small market capitalizations. The adviser seeks to achieve its investment objective by investing in companies that the Adviser believes are undervalued relative to the market or their historic valuations. Small-cap companies are considered to be companies with market capitalizations at the time of purchase similar to those in the range of the Russell 2000 Index. It will invest its assets so that at least 80% of its net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) are invested in small-cap companies.
The investment seeks capital appreciation. The fund primarily invests in common stocks and other equity securities of U.S. companies with small market capitalizations. The adviser seeks to achieve its investment objective by investing in companies that the Adviser believes are undervalued relative to the market or their historic valuations. Small-cap companies are considered to be companies with market capitalizations at the time of purchase similar to those in the range of the Russell 2000 Index. It will invest its assets so that at least 80% of its net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) are invested in small-cap companies.
The investment seeks capital appreciation. The fund primarily invests in common stocks and other equity securities of U.S. companies with small market capitalizations. The adviser seeks to achieve its investment objective by investing in companies that the Adviser believes are undervalued relative to the market or their historic valuations. Small-cap companies are considered to be companies with market capitalizations at the time of purchase similar to those in the range of the Russell 2000 Index. It will invest its assets so that at least 80% of its net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) are invested in small-cap companies.
The investment seeks capital appreciation. The fund primarily invests in common stocks and other equity securities of U.S. companies with small market capitalizations. The adviser seeks to achieve its investment objective by investing in companies that the Adviser believes are undervalued relative to the market or their historic valuations. Small-cap companies are considered to be companies with market capitalizations at the time of purchase similar to those in the range of the Russell 2000 Index. It will invest its assets so that at least 80% of its net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) are invested in small-cap companies.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a benchmark index that measures the investment return of small-capitalization growth stocks. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the CRSP US Small Cap Growth Index, a broadly diversified index of growth stocks of small U.S. companies. The advisor attempts to replicate the target index by investing all, or substantially all, of its assets in the stocks that make up the index, holding each stock in approximately the same proportion as its weighting in the index.
The investment seeks current income while maintaining limited price volatility. The fund invests at least 80% of its assets in short-term bonds issued or guaranteed by the U.S. government and its agencies and instrumentalities, many of which are not backed by the full faith and credit of the U.S. government. It is expected to maintain a dollar-weighted average maturity of 1 to 4 years.
The investment seeks current income while maintaining limited price volatility. The fund invests at least 80% of its assets in short-term bonds issued or guaranteed by the U.S. government and its agencies and instrumentalities, many of which are not backed by the full faith and credit of the U.S. government. It is expected to maintain a dollar-weighted average maturity of 1 to 4 years.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a benchmark index that measures the investment return of small-capitalization growth stocks. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the CRSP US Small Cap Growth Index, a broadly diversified index of growth stocks of small U.S. companies. The advisor attempts to replicate the target index by investing all, or substantially all, of its assets in the stocks that make up the index, holding each stock in approximately the same proportion as its weighting in the index.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a benchmark index that measures the investment return of small-capitalization value stocks. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the CRSP US Small Cap Value Index, a broadly diversified index of value stocks of small U.S. companies. The advisor attempts to replicate the target index by investing all, or substantially all, of its assets in the stocks that make up the index, holding each stock in approximately the same proportion as its weighting in the index.
The investment seeks total return from long-term capital growth and income. The fund invests at least 80% of the value of its assets in equity investments. "Assets" means net assets, plus the amount of borrowings for investment purposes. It primarily invests in foreign companies of various market capitalizations, including foreign subsidiaries of U.S. companies. The fund may invest in securities across all market capitalizations, although it may invest a significant portion of its assets in companies of any one particular market capitalization category.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a market-weighted Treasury index with an intermediate-term dollar-weighted average maturity. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the Bloomberg Barclays U.S. Treasury 3-10 Year Bond Index. This index includes fixed income securities issued by the U.S. Treasury (not including inflation-protected bonds), with maturities between 3 and 10 years. At least 80% of the fund's assets will be invested in bonds included in the index.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a benchmark index that measures the investment return of small-capitalization value stocks. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the CRSP US Small Cap Value Index, a broadly diversified index of value stocks of small U.S. companies. The advisor attempts to replicate the target index by investing all, or substantially all, of its assets in the stocks that make up the index, holding each stock in approximately the same proportion as its weighting in the index.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a benchmark index that measures the investment return of small-capitalization stocks. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the CRSP US Small Cap Index, a broadly diversified index of stocks of small U.S. companies. The advisor attempts to replicate the target index by investing all, or substantially all, of its assets in the stocks that make up the index, holding each stock in approximately the same proportion as its weighting in the index.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. The fund invests, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) in securities of small capitalization companies, and in derivatives and other instruments that have economic characteristics similar to such securities. It invests primarily in equity securities of small capitalization companies that Invesco Advisers, Inc. (Invesco or the Adviser), the fund's investment adviser, believes are undervalued. The principal type of equity security in which the fund invests is common stock.
The investment seeks capital appreciation and a low to moderate level of current income. The fund invests in other Vanguard mutual funds according to a fixed formula that reflects an allocation of approximately 60% of the fund's assets to common stocks and 40% to bonds. Its indirect bond holdings are a diversified mix of short-, intermediate-, and long-term U.S. government, U.S. agency, and investment-grade U.S. corporate bonds; mortgage-backed and asset-backed securities; and government, agency, corporate, and securitized investment-grade foreign bonds issued in currencies other than the U.S. dollar.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. The fund invests, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) in securities of small capitalization companies, and in derivatives and other instruments that have economic characteristics similar to such securities. It invests primarily in equity securities of small capitalization companies that Invesco Advisers, Inc. (Invesco or the Adviser), the fund's investment adviser, believes are undervalued. The principal type of equity security in which the fund invests is common stock.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a benchmark index that measures the investment return of the overall stock market. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the CRSP US Total Market Index, which represents approximately 100% of the investable U.S. stock market and includes large-, mid-, small-, and micro-cap stocks regularly traded on the New York Stock Exchange and Nasdaq. It invests by sampling the index, meaning that it holds a broadly diversified collection of securities that, in the aggregate, approximates the full index in terms of key characteristics.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a benchmark index that measures the investment return of small-capitalization stocks in the United States. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the S&P SmallCap 600 Index. The Advisor attempts to replicate the target index by investing all, or substantially all, of its assets in the stocks that make up the index, holding each stock in approximately the same proportion as its weighting in the index.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a benchmark index that measures the investment return of small-capitalization value stocks in the United States. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the S&P SmallCap 600 Value Index, which represents the value companies, as determined by the index sponsor, of the S&P SmallCap 600 Index. The Advisor attempts to replicate the target index by investing all, or substantially all, of its assets in the stocks that make up the index, holding each stock in approximately the same proportion as its weighting in the index.
The investment seeks long-term capital growth. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in equity securities of mid cap companies. "Assets" means net assets, plus the amount of borrowings for investment purposes. Mid cap companies are companies with market capitalizations equal to those within the universe of the Russell Midcap Index securities at the time of purchase.
The investment seeks capital appreciation. The fund invests primarily in the equity securities of smaller companies that the Adviser believes to be undervalued relative to the underlying earnings potential of the company. Under normal circumstances, the fund will invest at least 80% of its assets in equity securities of small companies. "Small companies" are companies that at the time of purchase have market capitalizations within the range of companies comprising the Russell 2000 Value Index.
The investment seeks capital appreciation. Under normal market conditions, the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in common stocks of smaller, lesser-known U.S. companies. It normally invests in companies that the sub-adviser believes have above average prospects for growth. For this fund, smaller companies as those with market capitalizations that fall within the range of companies within the Russell 2000 Growth Index at the time of purchase. The fund may invest in other investment companies, including exchange-traded funds.
The investment seeks capital appreciation. The fund invests primarily in the equity securities of smaller companies that the Adviser believes to be undervalued relative to the underlying earnings potential of the company. Under normal circumstances, the fund will invest at least 80% of its assets in equity securities of small companies. "Small companies" are companies that at the time of purchase have market capitalizations within the range of companies comprising the Russell 2000 Value Index.
The investment seeks capital appreciation. The fund invests primarily in the equity securities of smaller companies that the Adviser believes to be undervalued relative to the underlying earnings potential of the company. Under normal circumstances, the fund will invest at least 80% of its assets in equity securities of small companies. "Small companies" are companies that at the time of purchase have market capitalizations within the range of companies comprising the Russell 2000 Value Index.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital and dividend income. The fund pursues its investment objective by investing, under normal circumstances, in common stocks of companies that currently pay dividends or are expected to begin paying dividends in the near future, with consideration for companies that have increased their dividends over time. The fund may invest a portion of its assets in equity securities of foreign companies traded in the U.S., including American Depositary Receipts and Global Depositary Receipts (ADRs and GDRs).
The investment seeks to track the performance of a benchmark index that measures the investment return of mid-capitalization stocks in the United States. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the S&P MidCap 400 Index. The index measures the performance of mid-size companies in the United States. The Advisor attempts to replicate the target index by investing all, or substantially all, of its assets in the stocks that make up the index, holding each stock in approximately the same proportion as its weighting in the index.
The investment seeks growth of capital. Under normal market conditions, the Portfolio invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus borrowings for investment purposes) in common stocks of small-capitalization companies. The sub-adviser ("Sub-Adviser") defines small-capitalization companies as companies that are included in the S&P SmallCap 600 Index or the Russell 2000 Index at the time of purchase, or if not included in either index, have market capitalizations that fall within the range of the market capitalizations of companies included in the S&P SmallCap 600 Index or the Russell 2000 Index.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a benchmark index that measures the investment return of large-capitalization value stocks in the United States. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the S&P 500 Value Index, which represents the value companies, as determined by the index sponsor, of the S&P 500 Index. The index measures the performance of large-capitalization value companies in the United States.
The investment seeks capital growth over the long term. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in equity securities of small cap companies. "Assets" means net assets, plus the amount of borrowings for investment purposes. Small cap companies are companies with market capitalizations equal to those within the universe of Russell 2000 Index at the time of purchase.
The investment seeks capital growth over the long term. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in equity securities of small cap companies. "Assets" means net assets, plus the amount of borrowings for investment purposes. Small cap companies are companies with market capitalizations equal to those within the universe of Russell 2000 Index at the time of purchase.
The investment seeks capital growth by investing primarily in common stocks. The fund pursues its investment objective by investing primarily in common stocks selected for their growth potential. In pursuing that objective, under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in equity securities of small- and mid-cap companies located in domestic (U.S.) markets.
The investment seeks capital growth over the long term. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in equity securities of small cap companies. "Assets" means net assets, plus the amount of borrowings for investment purposes. Small cap companies are companies with market capitalizations equal to those within the universe of Russell 2000 Index at the time of purchase.
The investment seeks capital growth over the long term. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in equity securities of small cap companies. "Assets" means net assets, plus the amount of borrowings for investment purposes. Small cap companies are companies with market capitalizations equal to those within the universe of Russell 2000 Index at the time of purchase.
The investment seeks to produce growth of capital by investing primarily in common stocks. Under normal market conditions, the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in common stocks of domestic small-cap companies. Generally, small-cap companies will include companies whose market capitalizations, at the time of purchase, are equal to or less than the market capitalization of the largest company in the Russell 2000 Index during the most recent 12-month period.
The investment seeks capital growth over the long term. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in equity securities of small cap companies. "Assets" means net assets, plus the amount of borrowings for investment purposes. Small cap companies are companies with market capitalizations equal to those within the universe of Russell 2000 Index at the time of purchase.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a market-weighted corporate bond index with a short-term dollar-weighted average maturity. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the Bloomberg Barclays U.S. 1-5 Year Corporate Bond Index. This index includes U.S. dollar-denominated, investment-grade, fixed-rate, taxable securities issued by industrial, utility, and financial companies, with maturities between 1 and 5 years. Under normal circumstances, at least 80% of the fund's assets will be invested in bonds included in the index.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests in small-capitalization domestic equity securities based on the advisor's assessment of the relative return potential of the securities. The advisor selects securities that it believes offer an appropriate balance between strong growth prospects and reasonable valuations relative to their industry peers. The advisor does this by using a quantitative process to evaluate all of the securities in the benchmark, the MSCI US Small Cap 1750 Index, while seeking to maintain a risk profile similar to that of the index. At least 80% of its assets will be invested in small-cap equity securities.
The investment seeks long-term capital growth through investment in common stocks that, as a group, are expected to provide investment results closely corresponding to the performance of the S&P 500 Index. The fund invests, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of net assets in stocks that are in the index. In order to generate additional income, the fund may lend portfolio securities to broker-dealers and other financial institutions provided that the value of the loaned securities does not exceed 30% of the fund's total assets.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a benchmark index that measures the investment return of the overall stock market. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the CRSP US Total Market Index, which represents approximately 100% of the investable U.S. stock market and includes large-, mid-, small-, and micro-cap stocks regularly traded on the New York Stock Exchange and Nasdaq. It invests by sampling the index, meaning that it holds a broadly diversified collection of securities that, in the aggregate, approximates the full index in terms of key characteristics.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital and dividend income. The fund pursues its investment objective by investing, under normal circumstances, in common stocks of companies that currently pay dividends or are expected to begin paying dividends in the near future, with consideration for companies that have increased their dividends over time. The fund may invest a portion of its assets in equity securities of foreign companies traded in the U.S., including American Depositary Receipts and Global Depositary Receipts (ADRs and GDRs).
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital and dividend income. The fund pursues its investment objective by investing, under normal circumstances, in common stocks of companies that currently pay dividends or are expected to begin paying dividends in the near future, with consideration for companies that have increased their dividends over time. The fund may invest a portion of its assets in equity securities of foreign companies traded in the U.S., including American Depositary Receipts and Global Depositary Receipts (ADRs and GDRs).
The investment seeks to provide long-term capital growth. The adviser pursues the fund's investment objective by investing, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of the fund's assets in equity securities of small-capitalization companies. Small-capitalization companies are those companies with market capitalizations within the range of companies included in the Russell 2000 Index.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital and dividend income. The fund pursues its investment objective by investing, under normal circumstances, in common stocks of companies that currently pay dividends or are expected to begin paying dividends in the near future, with consideration for companies that have increased their dividends over time. The fund may invest a portion of its assets in equity securities of foreign companies traded in the U.S., including American Depositary Receipts and Global Depositary Receipts (ADRs and GDRs).
The investment seeks to provide total return consistent with an asset allocation targeted at retirement in approximately 2025. Under normal market conditions, the Portfolio invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus borrowings for investment purposes) in a combination of underlying funds which are passively managed index funds. The underlying funds invest in U.S. stocks, international stocks, U.S. bonds, and other debt instruments and the Portfolio uses an asset allocation strategy designed for investors expecting to retire around the year 2025.
The investment seeks to provide total return consistent with an asset allocation targeted at retirement in approximately 2035. Under normal market conditions, the Portfolio invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus borrowings for investment purposes) in a combination of underlying funds which are passively managed index funds. The underlying funds invest in U.S. stocks, international stocks, U.S. bonds, and other debt instruments and the Portfolio uses an asset allocation strategy designed for investors expecting to retire around the year 2035.
The investment seeks to provide total return consistent with an asset allocation targeted at retirement in approximately 2045. Under normal market conditions, the Portfolio invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus borrowings for investment purposes) in a combination of underlying funds which are passively managed index funds. The underlying funds invest in U.S. stocks, international stocks, U.S. bonds, and other debt instruments and the Portfolio uses an asset allocation strategy designed for investors expecting to retire around the year 2045.
The investment seeks to provide total return consistent with an asset allocation targeted at retirement in approximately 2055. Under normal market conditions, the Portfolio invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus borrowings for investment purposes) in a combination of underlying funds which are passively managed index funds. The underlying funds invest in U.S. stocks, international stocks, U.S. bonds, and other debt instruments and the Portfolio uses an asset allocation strategy designed for investors expecting to retire around the year 2055.
The investment seeks to provide a combination of total return and stability of principal consistent with an asset allocation targeted to retirement. Under normal market conditions, the Portfolio invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus borrowings for investment purposes) in a combination of underlying funds, which are passively managed index funds. The underlying funds invest in U.S. stocks, international stocks, U.S. bonds, and other debt instruments and the Portfolio uses an asset allocation strategy designed for investors expecting to retire soon or are already retired.
The investment seeks to track the performance of the Bloomberg Barclays U.S. Aggregate Float Adjusted Index. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the Bloomberg Barclays U.S. Aggregate Float Adjusted Index. It invests by sampling the index, meaning that it holds a broadly diversified collection of securities that, in the aggregate, approximates the full index in terms of key risk factors and other characteristics. The fund invests at least 80% of its assets in bonds held in the index.
The investment seeks to track the performance of the Bloomberg Barclays U.S. Aggregate Float Adjusted Index. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the Bloomberg Barclays U.S. Aggregate Float Adjusted Index. It invests by sampling the index, meaning that it holds a broadly diversified collection of securities that, in the aggregate, approximates the full index in terms of key risk factors and other characteristics. The fund invests at least 80% of its assets in bonds held in the index.
The investment seeks the performance of Bloomberg Barclays U.S. Aggregate Float Adjusted Index. Bloomberg Barclays U.S. Aggregate Float Adjusted Index measures the performance of a wide spectrum of public, investment-grade, taxable, fixed income securities in the United States-including government, corporate, and international dollar-denominated bonds, as well as mortgage-backed and asset-backed securities-all with maturities of more than 1 year. All of its investments will be selected through the sampling process, and at least 80% of its assets will be invested in bonds held in the index.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a benchmark index. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the MSCI US Investable Market Index (IMI)u002FCommunication Services 25u002F50, an index made up of stocks of large, mid-size, and small U.S. companies within the communication services sector, as classified under the GICS. The Advisor attempts to replicate the target index by seeking to invest all, or substantially all, of its assets in the stocks that make up the index, in order to hold each stock in approximately the same proportion as its weighting in the index. It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks to provide a tax-efficient investment return consisting of long-term capital appreciation. The fund purchases stocks that pay lower dividends and are included in the Russell 1000 Index-an index that is made up of the stocks of large- and mid-capitalization U.S. companies. It uses statistical methods to "sample" the index, aiming to minimize taxable dividends while approximating the other characteristics of the index. The expected result is a portfolio that will loosely track the total return performance of the index, but with lower taxable income distributions.
The investment seeks to provide a tax-efficient investment return consisting of long-term capital appreciation. The fund purchases stocks that pay lower dividends and are included in the Russell 1000 Index-an index that is made up of the stocks of large- and mid-capitalization U.S. companies. It uses statistical methods to "sample" the index, aiming to minimize taxable dividends while approximating the other characteristics of the index. The expected result is a portfolio that will loosely track the total return performance of the index, but with lower taxable income distributions.
The investment seeks to provide capital appreciation and current income consistent with its current asset allocation. The fund invests in other Vanguard mutual funds according to an asset allocation strategy designed for investors planning to retire and leave the workforce in or within a few years of 2030 (the target year). The fund's asset allocation will become more conservative over time, meaning that the percentage of assets allocated to stocks will decrease while the percentage of assets allocated to bonds and other fixed income investments will increase.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a benchmark index that measures the investment return of stocks issued by companies located in developed and emerging markets, excluding the United States. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the FTSE Global All Cap ex US Index, a float-adjusted market-capitalization-weighted index designed to measure equity market performance of companies located in developed and emerging markets, excluding the United States. It invests all, or substantially all, of its assets in the common stocks included in its target index.
The investment seeks to provide current income and some capital appreciation. The fund invests in other Vanguard mutual funds according to an asset allocation strategy designed for investors currently in retirement. Its indirect bond holdings are a diversified mix of short-, intermediate-, and long-term U.S. government, U.S. agency, and investment-grade U.S. corporate bonds; inflation-protected public obligations issued by the U.S. Treasury; mortgage-backed and asset-backed securities; and government, agency, corporate, and securitized investment-grade foreign bonds issued in currencies other than the U.S. dollar.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a benchmark index that measures the investment return of stocks issued by companies located in developed and emerging markets, excluding the United States. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the FTSE Global All Cap ex US Index, a float-adjusted market-capitalization-weighted index designed to measure equity market performance of companies located in developed and emerging markets, excluding the United States. It invests all, or substantially all, of its assets in the common stocks included in its target index.
The investment seeks to provide capital appreciation and current income consistent with its current asset allocation. The fund invests in other Vanguard mutual funds according to an asset allocation strategy designed for investors planning to retire and leave the workforce in or within a few years of 2045 (the target year). The fund's asset allocation will become more conservative over time, meaning that the percentage of assets allocated to stocks will decrease while the percentage of assets allocated to bonds and other fixed income investments will increase.
The investment seeks to provide a tax-efficient investment return consisting of federally tax-exempt income, long-term capital appreciation, and a modest amount of taxable current income. The fund invests approximately 50% to 55% of its assets in municipal securities and the balance in common stocks. The fixed income portion of the fund is concentrated in high-quality municipal securities with a dollar-weighted average maturity expected to be between 6 and 12 years. At least 75% of the municipal bonds purchased by the fund will be rated in one of the top three credit-rating categories.
The investment seeks to track the performance of the FTSE Developed All Cap ex US Index. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the FTSE Developed All Cap ex US Index, a market-capitalization-weighted index that is made up of approximately 3873 common stocks of large-, mid-, and small-cap companies located in Canada and the major markets of Europe and the Pacific region. The adviser attempts to replicate the target index by investing all, or substantially all, of its assets in the stocks that make up the index, holding each stock in approximately the same proportion as its weighting in the index.
The investment seeks to track the performance of the FTSE Developed All Cap ex US Index. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the FTSE Developed All Cap ex US Index, a market-capitalization-weighted index that is made up of approximately 3873 common stocks of large-, mid-, and small-cap companies located in Canada and the major markets of Europe and the Pacific region. The adviser attempts to replicate the target index by investing all, or substantially all, of its assets in the stocks that make up the index, holding each stock in approximately the same proportion as its weighting in the index.
The investment seeks to provide a tax-efficient investment return consisting of long-term capital appreciation. The fund purchases stocks included in the S& P SmallCap 600 Indexan index that is made up of stocks of smaller U.S. companies-in approximately the same proportions as in the index. To improve tax efficiency, it may limit investments in index securities that have undesirable tax characteristics, and may continue to hold securities no longer included in the index.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a benchmark index that measures the investment return of stocks issued by companies located in developed and emerging markets, excluding the United States. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the FTSE Global All Cap ex US Index, a float-adjusted market-capitalization-weighted index designed to measure equity market performance of companies located in developed and emerging markets, excluding the United States. It invests all, or substantially all, of its assets in the common stocks included in its target index.
The investment seeks to provide long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests mainly in common stocks of companies located outside the United States that are considered by an advisor to be undervalued. Such stocks, called value stocks, often are out of favor in periods when investors are drawn to companies with strong prospects for growth. It invests in large-, mid-, and small-capitalization companies and is expected to diversify its assets in countries across developed and emerging markets. The fund uses multiple investment advisors.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a benchmark index that measures the investment return of the overall stock market. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the CRSP US Total Market Index, which represents approximately 100% of the investable U.S. stock market and includes large-, mid-, small-, and micro-cap stocks regularly traded on the New York Stock Exchange and Nasdaq. It invests by sampling the index, meaning that it holds a broadly diversified collection of securities that, in the aggregate, approximates the full index in terms of key characteristics.
The investment seeks to provide a tax-efficient investment return consisting of long-term capital appreciation. The fund purchases stocks included in the S& P SmallCap 600 Indexan index that is made up of stocks of smaller U.S. companies-in approximately the same proportions as in the index. To improve tax efficiency, it may limit investments in index securities that have undesirable tax characteristics, and may continue to hold securities no longer included in the index.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a benchmark index that measures the investment return of the overall stock market. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the CRSP US Total Market Index, which represents approximately 100% of the investable U.S. stock market and includes large-, mid-, small-, and micro-cap stocks regularly traded on the New York Stock Exchange and Nasdaq. It invests by sampling the index, meaning that it holds a broadly diversified collection of securities that, in the aggregate, approximates the full index in terms of key characteristics.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a benchmark index that measures the investment return of stocks issued by companies located in developed and emerging markets, excluding the United States. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the FTSE Global All Cap ex US Index, a float-adjusted market-capitalization-weighted index designed to measure equity market performance of companies located in developed and emerging markets, excluding the United States. It invests all, or substantially all, of its assets in the common stocks included in its target index.
The investment seeks to provide capital appreciation and current income consistent with its current asset allocation. The fund invests in other Vanguard mutual funds according to an asset allocation strategy designed for investors planning to retire and leave the workforce in or within a few years of 2035 (the target year). The fund's asset allocation will become more conservative over time, meaning that the percentage of assets allocated to stocks will decrease while the percentage of assets allocated to bonds and other fixed income investments will increase.
The investment seeks to provide capital appreciation and current income consistent with its current asset allocation. The fund invests in other Vanguard mutual funds according to an asset allocation strategy designed for investors planning to retire and leave the workforce in or within a few years of 2025 (the target year). The fund's asset allocation will become more conservative over time, meaning that the percentage of assets allocated to stocks will decrease while the percentage of assets allocated to bonds and other fixed income investments will increase.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a benchmark index that measures the investment return of stocks of companies located in developed and emerging markets around the world. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the FTSE Global All Cap Index. The advisor attempts to sample the target index by investing all, or substantially all, of its assets in common stocks in the index and by holding a representative sample of securities that resembles the full index in terms of key risk factors and other characteristics.
The investment seeks to provide capital appreciation and current income consistent with its current asset allocation. The fund invests in other Vanguard mutual funds according to an asset allocation strategy designed for investors planning to retire and leave the workforce in or within a few years of 2020 (the target year). The fund's asset allocation will become more conservative over time, meaning that the percentage of assets allocated to stocks will decrease while the percentage of assets allocated to bonds and other fixed income investments will increase.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a benchmark index that measures the investment return of stocks of companies located in developed and emerging markets around the world. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the FTSE Global All Cap Index. The advisor attempts to sample the target index by investing all, or substantially all, of its assets in common stocks in the index and by holding a representative sample of securities that resembles the full index in terms of key risk factors and other characteristics.
The investment seeks to provide capital appreciation and current income consistent with its current asset allocation. The fund invests in other Vanguard mutual funds according to an asset allocation strategy designed for investors planning to retire and leave the workforce in or within a few years of 2015 (the target year). The fund's asset allocation will become more conservative over time, meaning that the percentage of assets allocated to stocks will decrease while the percentage of assets allocated to bonds and other fixed income investments will increase.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a benchmark index. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the MSCI US Investable Market Index (IMI)u002FUtilities 25u002F50, an index made up of stocks of large, mid-size, and small U.S. companies within the utilities sector, as classified under the Global Industry Classification Standard (GICS). The Advisor attempts to replicate the target index by seeking to invest all, or substantially all, of its assets in the stocks that make up the index, in order to hold each stock in approximately the same proportion as its weighting in the index. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks a high level of current income, with liquidity and safety of principal. The fund invests, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) in mortgage-backed securities of any maturity or type guaranteed by, or secured by collateral that is guaranteed by, the U.S. government, its agencies, instrumentalities or sponsored corporations (a Federal Agency), and in mortgage-backed securities privately issued in the United States, and in derivatives and other instruments that have economic characteristics similar to such securities.
The investment seeks a high level of current income, with liquidity and safety of principal. The fund invests, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) in mortgage-backed securities of any maturity or type guaranteed by, or secured by collateral that is guaranteed by, the U.S. government, its agencies, instrumentalities or sponsored corporations (a Federal Agency), and in mortgage-backed securities privately issued in the United States, and in derivatives and other instruments that have economic characteristics similar to such securities.
The investment seeks a high level of current income, with liquidity and safety of principal. The fund invests, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) in mortgage-backed securities of any maturity or type guaranteed by, or secured by collateral that is guaranteed by, the U.S. government, its agencies, instrumentalities or sponsored corporations (a Federal Agency), and in mortgage-backed securities privately issued in the United States, and in derivatives and other instruments that have economic characteristics similar to such securities.
The investment seeks a high level of current income, with liquidity and safety of principal. The fund invests, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) in mortgage-backed securities of any maturity or type guaranteed by, or secured by collateral that is guaranteed by, the U.S. government, its agencies, instrumentalities or sponsored corporations (a Federal Agency), and in mortgage-backed securities privately issued in the United States, and in derivatives and other instruments that have economic characteristics similar to such securities.
The investment seeks to provide a high and sustainable level of current income. The fund invests at least 80% of its assets in U.S. Treasury securities, which include bills, bonds, and notes issued by the U.S. Treasury. It is expected to maintain a dollar-weighted average maturity of 15 to 30 years.
The investment seeks to provide a high and sustainable level of current income. The fund invests at least 80% of its assets in U.S. Treasury securities, which include bills, bonds, and notes issued by the U.S. Treasury. It is expected to maintain a dollar-weighted average maturity of 15 to 30 years.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation and income. The fund invests substantially all of its assets in U.S. common stocks, with a focus on value stocks-those that are generally out of favor with investors and that typically (but not always) have lower-than-average priceu002Fearnings (Pu002FE) ratios. The advisor selects stocks of primarily large and mid-size companies by using a quantitative process to identify stocks that the advisor believes offer an appropriate balance between strong growth prospects and reasonable valuations relative to their industry peers.
The investment seeks to track the performance of a benchmark index that measures the investment return of large-capitalization value stocks. The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the CRSP US Large Cap Value Index, a broadly diversified index predominantly made up of value stocks of large U.S. companies. The advisor attempts to replicate the target index by investing all, or substantially all, of its assets in the stocks that make up the index, holding each stock in approximately the same proportion as its weighting in the index.
The investment seeks total return through growth of capital and current income. The fund normally invests in a portfolio of common stocks, preferred stocks and convertible securities. It will invest in securities of large-capitalization, mid-capitalization and small-capitalization issuers with market capitalizations equal to or greater than the unweighted median market capitalization of companies in the S&P 1500 Value Index. The fund may invest up to 10% of its net assets in real estate investment trusts (REITs) and up to 25% of its net assets in securities of foreign issuers, including securities of issuers located in emerging markets countries.
The investment seeks total return through growth of capital and current income. The fund normally invests in a portfolio of common stocks, preferred stocks and convertible securities. It will invest in securities of large-capitalization, mid-capitalization and small-capitalization issuers with market capitalizations equal to or greater than the unweighted median market capitalization of companies in the S&P 1500 Value Index. The fund may invest up to 10% of its net assets in real estate investment trusts (REITs) and up to 25% of its net assets in securities of foreign issuers, including securities of issuers located in emerging markets countries.
The investment seeks total return through growth of capital and current income. The fund normally invests in a portfolio of common stocks, preferred stocks and convertible securities. It will invest in securities of large-capitalization, mid-capitalization and small-capitalization issuers with market capitalizations equal to or greater than the unweighted median market capitalization of companies in the S&P 1500 Value Index. The fund may invest up to 10% of its net assets in real estate investment trusts (REITs) and up to 25% of its net assets in securities of foreign issuers, including securities of issuers located in emerging markets countries.
The investment seeks total return through growth of capital and current income. The fund normally invests in a portfolio of common stocks, preferred stocks and convertible securities. It will invest in securities of large-capitalization, mid-capitalization and small-capitalization issuers with market capitalizations equal to or greater than the unweighted median market capitalization of companies in the S&P 1500 Value Index. The fund may invest up to 10% of its net assets in real estate investment trusts (REITs) and up to 25% of its net assets in securities of foreign issuers, including securities of issuers located in emerging markets countries.
The investment seeks total return through growth of capital and current income. The fund normally invests in a portfolio of common stocks, preferred stocks and convertible securities. It will invest in securities of large-capitalization, mid-capitalization and small-capitalization issuers with market capitalizations equal to or greater than the unweighted median market capitalization of companies in the S&P 1500 Value Index. The fund may invest up to 10% of its net assets in real estate investment trusts (REITs) and up to 25% of its net assets in securities of foreign issuers, including securities of issuers located in emerging markets countries.
The investment seeks total return through growth of capital and current income. The fund normally invests in a portfolio of common stocks, preferred stocks and convertible securities. It will invest in securities of large-capitalization, mid-capitalization and small-capitalization issuers with market capitalizations equal to or greater than the unweighted median market capitalization of companies in the S&P 1500 Value Index. The fund may invest up to 10% of its net assets in real estate investment trusts (REITs) and up to 25% of its net assets in securities of foreign issuers, including securities of issuers located in emerging markets countries.
The investment seeks to achieve long-term capital appreciation. The fund seeks to achieve long-term capital appreciation by investing primarily in publicly traded small-cap and large-cap companies the adviser believes to be both undervalued and possessing a sustainable competitive advantage. A core position in the fund is generally approximately 5% of the fund's portfolio, so that theoretically the fund would seek to hold about 20 companies, spread across various industries. The fund may invest up to 30% of net assets in publicly traded foreign securities and may hold up to 10% of net assets in illiquid securities. It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks to achieve long-term capital appreciation. The fund seeks to achieve long term capital appreciation by investing primarily in publicly traded small-cap companies the adviser believes to be both undervalued and possessing a sustainable competitive advantage. A core position in the fund is generally approximately 5% of the fund's portfolio, so that theoretically the fund would seek to hold about 20 companies, spread across various industries. The fund may invest up to 30% of net assets in publicly traded foreign securities and may hold up to 10% of net assets in illiquid securities. It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks a high and sustainable level of current income that is exempt from federal personal income taxes. The fund invests at least 80% of its assets in investment-grade municipal bonds, as determined by a nationally recognized statistical rating organization (NRSRO) (e.g., Baa or higher by Moody's Investors Service, Inc. (Moody's)) or, if unrated, determined to be of comparable quality by the advisor. It may invest up to 20% of its assets in less-than-investment-grade bonds, as determined by an NRSRO (e.g., Baa by Moody's) or by the advisor.
The investment seeks a high and sustainable level of current income that is exempt from federal personal income taxes. The fund invests at least 80% of its assets in investment-grade municipal bonds, as determined by a nationally recognized statistical rating organization (NRSRO) (e.g., Baa or higher by Moody's Investors Service, Inc. (Moody's)) or, if unrated, determined to be of comparable quality by the advisor. It may invest up to 20% of its assets in less-than-investment-grade bonds, as determined by an NRSRO (e.g., Baa by Moody's) or by the advisor.
The investment seeks to provide a high level of current income. The fund invests primarily in a diversified group of high-yielding, higher-risk corporate bonds-commonly known as "junk bonds"-with medium- and lower-range credit-quality ratings. It invests at least 80% of its assets in corporate bonds that are rated below Baa by Moody's Investors Service, Inc. (Moody's); have an equivalent rating by any other independent bond-rating agency; or, if unrated, are determined to be of comparable quality by the fund's advisor. The fund's high-yield bonds and loans mostly have short- and intermediate-term maturities.
The investment seeks to provide a high level of current income. The fund invests primarily in a diversified group of high-yielding, higher-risk corporate bonds-commonly known as "junk bonds"-with medium- and lower-range credit-quality ratings. It invests at least 80% of its assets in corporate bonds that are rated below Baa by Moody's Investors Service, Inc. (Moody's); have an equivalent rating by any other independent bond-rating agency; or, if unrated, are determined to be of comparable quality by the fund's advisor. The fund's high-yield bonds and loans mostly have short- and intermediate-term maturities.
The investment seeks to provide long-term capital appreciation and moderate current income. The fund invests 60% to 70% of its assets in dividend-paying and, to a lesser extent, non-dividend-paying common stocks of established large companies. The remaining 30% to 40% of the fund's assets are invested mainly in fixed income securities that the advisor believes will generate a moderate level of current income. These securities include investment-grade corporate bonds, with some exposure to U.S. Treasury and government agency bonds, and mortgage-backed securities.
The investment seeks to provide long-term capital appreciation and moderate current income. The fund invests 60% to 70% of its assets in dividend-paying and, to a lesser extent, non-dividend-paying common stocks of established large companies. The remaining 30% to 40% of the fund's assets are invested mainly in fixed income securities that the advisor believes will generate a moderate level of current income. These securities include investment-grade corporate bonds, with some exposure to U.S. Treasury and government agency bonds, and mortgage-backed securities.
The investment seeks to provide a high and sustainable level of current income. The fund invests in a variety of high-quality and, to a lesser extent, medium-quality fixed income securities, at least 80% of which will be intermediate- and long-term investment-grade securities. High-quality fixed income securities are those rated the equivalent of A3 or better; medium-quality fixed income securities are those rated the equivalent of Baa1, Baa2, or Baa3. The fund's dollar-weighted average maturity is expected to fall within a range that is five years shorter than or five years longer than that of its benchmark index.
The investment seeks to provide a high and sustainable level of current income. The fund invests in a variety of high-quality and, to a lesser extent, medium-quality fixed income securities, at least 80% of which will be intermediate- and long-term investment-grade securities. High-quality fixed income securities are those rated the equivalent of A3 or better; medium-quality fixed income securities are those rated the equivalent of Baa1, Baa2, or Baa3. The fund's dollar-weighted average maturity is expected to fall within a range that is five years shorter than or five years longer than that of its benchmark index.
The investment seeks to provide long-term growth of income and a high and sustainable level of current income, along with moderate long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests approximately 60% to 65% of its assets in investment-grade fixed income securities, including corporate, U.S. Treasury, and government agency bonds, as well as mortgage-backed securities. The remaining 35% to 40% of fund assets are invested in common stocks of companies that have a history of above-average dividends or expectations of increasing dividends.
The investment seeks to provide long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests predominantly in the stocks of companies located outside the United States and is expected to diversify its assets in countries across developed and emerging markets. In selecting stocks, the fund's advisors evaluate foreign markets around the world and choose large-, mid-, and small-capitalization companies considered to have above-average growth potential. The fund uses multiple investment advisors.
The investment seeks to provide long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests predominantly in the stocks of companies located outside the United States and is expected to diversify its assets in countries across developed and emerging markets. In selecting stocks, the fund's advisors evaluate foreign markets around the world and choose large-, mid-, and small-capitalization companies considered to have above-average growth potential. The fund uses multiple investment advisors.
The investment seeks to provide long-term growth of income and a high and sustainable level of current income, along with moderate long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests approximately 60% to 65% of its assets in investment-grade fixed income securities, including corporate, U.S. Treasury, and government agency bonds, as well as mortgage-backed securities. The remaining 35% to 40% of fund assets are invested in common stocks of companies that have a history of above-average dividends or expectations of increasing dividends.
The investment seeks a moderate and sustainable level of current income that is exempt from federal personal income taxes. The fund has no limitations on the maturity of individual securities but is expected to maintain a dollar-weighted average maturity of 6 to 12 years. At least 75% of the securities held by the fund are municipal bonds in the top three credit-rating categories as determined by a nationally recognized statistical rating organization (NRSRO) or, if unrated, determined to be of comparable quality by the advisor.
The investment seeks a moderate and sustainable level of current income that is exempt from federal personal income taxes. The fund has no limitations on the maturity of individual securities but is expected to maintain a dollar-weighted average maturity of 6 to 12 years. At least 75% of the securities held by the fund are municipal bonds in the top three credit-rating categories as determined by a nationally recognized statistical rating organization (NRSRO) or, if unrated, determined to be of comparable quality by the advisor.
The investment seeks a high and sustainable level of current income that is exempt from federal personal income taxes. The fund has no limitations on the maturity of individual securities but is expected to maintain a dollar-weighted average maturity of 10 to 25 years. At least 75% of the securities held by the fund are municipal bonds in the top three credit-rating categories as determined by a nationally recognized statistical rating organization (NRSRO) (e.g., Aaa, Aa, and A by Moody's Investors Service, Inc. (Moody's)) or, if unrated, determined to be of comparable quality by the advisor.
The investment seeks a high and sustainable level of current income that is exempt from federal personal income taxes. The fund has no limitations on the maturity of individual securities but is expected to maintain a dollar-weighted average maturity of 10 to 25 years. At least 75% of the securities held by the fund are municipal bonds in the top three credit-rating categories as determined by a nationally recognized statistical rating organization (NRSRO) (e.g., Aaa, Aa, and A by Moody's Investors Service, Inc. (Moody's)) or, if unrated, determined to be of comparable quality by the advisor.
The investment seeks to provide long-term capital appreciation and income. The fund invests mainly in large- and mid-capitalization companies whose stocks are considered by an advisor to be undervalued. Undervalued stocks are generally those that are out of favor with investors and that the advisor believes are trading at prices that are below average in relation to measures such as earnings and book value. These stocks often have above-average dividend yields. It uses multiple investment advisors.
The investment seeks to provide long-term capital appreciation and income. The fund invests mainly in large- and mid-capitalization companies whose stocks are considered by an advisor to be undervalued. Undervalued stocks are generally those that are out of favor with investors and that the advisor believes are trading at prices that are below average in relation to measures such as earnings and book value. It uses multiple investment advisors.
The investment seeks to provide long-term capital appreciation and income. The fund invests mainly in large- and mid-capitalization companies whose stocks are considered by an advisor to be undervalued. Undervalued stocks are generally those that are out of favor with investors and that the advisor believes are trading at prices that are below average in relation to measures such as earnings and book value. It uses multiple investment advisors.
The investment seeks to provide long-term capital appreciation and income. The fund invests mainly in large- and mid-capitalization companies whose stocks are considered by an advisor to be undervalued. Undervalued stocks are generally those that are out of favor with investors and that the advisor believes are trading at prices that are below average in relation to measures such as earnings and book value. These stocks often have above-average dividend yields. It uses multiple investment advisors.
The investment seeks current income that is exempt from federal personal income taxes, with limited price volatility. The fund has no limitations on the maturity of individual securities, but is expected to maintain a dollar-weighted average maturity of 1 to 2 years. At least 75% of the securities held by the fund are municipal bonds in the top three credit-rating categories as determined by a nationally recognized statistical rating organization or, if unrated, determined to be of comparable quality by the advisor.
The investment seeks current income that is exempt from federal personal income taxes, with limited price volatility. The fund has no limitations on the maturity of individual securities, but is expected to maintain a dollar-weighted average maturity of 1 to 2 years. At least 75% of the securities held by the fund are municipal bonds in the top three credit-rating categories as determined by a nationally recognized statistical rating organization or, if unrated, determined to be of comparable quality by the advisor.
The investment seeks to provide long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests mainly in large-capitalization stocks of U.S. companies considered to have above-average earnings growth potential and reasonable stock prices in comparison with expected earnings. Under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its assets will be invested in securities issued by U.S. companies. The fund uses multiple investment advisors.
The investment seeks to provide long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests mainly in large-capitalization stocks of U.S. companies considered to have above-average earnings growth potential and reasonable stock prices in comparison with expected earnings. Under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its assets will be invested in securities issued by U.S. companies. The fund uses multiple investment advisors.
The investment seeks capital appreciation. The Portfolio invests for the long term primarily in equity securities in the form of common stock of small-sized growth companies. For this Portfolio, the Sub-Adviser ("Sub-Adviser") defines small-sized companies as those, at the time of purchase, with market capitalizations up to the largest market cap stock in the Russell 2000 Growth Index at reconstitution, or companies with market capitalizations up to $2.5 billion, whichever is larger.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. Under normal market conditions, the Portfolio invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus borrowings for investment purposes) in equity securities of companies that have market capitalizations in the range of the companies within the Russell 2000 Value Index (which measures the performance of the small-cap value segment of the U.S. equity universe), at the time of purchase, that the sub-adviser ("Sub-Adviser") believes are undervalued and have the potential for long-term growth.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. Under normal market conditions, the Portfolio invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus borrowings for investment purposes) in the equity securities of companies having a market capitalization within the range of companies in the Russell Midcap Growth Index or the S&P MidCap 400 Index (the "Indices") at the time of purchase.
The investment seeks to provide capital growth through a diversified asset allocation strategy. The Portfolio invests in a combination of underlying funds, which are actively managed funds or passively managed funds (index funds). The underlying funds invest in U.S. stocks, international stocks, U.S. bonds, and other debt instruments and the Portfolio uses an asset allocation strategy designed for investors saving for retirement.
The investment seeks a combination of total return and stability of principal through a diversified asset allocation strategy. The Portfolio invests in a combination of underlying funds, which are actively managed funds or passively managed funds (index funds). The underlying funds invest in U.S. stocks, international stocks, U.S. bonds, and other debt instruments and the Portfolio uses an asset allocation strategy designed for investors saving for retirement.
The investment seeks to provide capital growth through a diversified asset allocation strategy. The Portfolio invests in a combination of underlying funds, which are actively managed funds or passively managed funds (index funds). The underlying funds invest in U.S. stocks, international stocks, U.S. bonds, and other debt instruments and the Portfolio uses an asset allocation strategy designed for investors saving for retirement. The Portfolio's current approximate target investment allocation (expressed as a percentage of its net assets) ("Target Allocation") among the underlying funds is: 81% in equity securities and 19% in debt instruments.
The investment seeks a combination of total return and stability of principal consistent with an asset allocation targeted to retirement. The fund invests in a combination of underlying funds, which are actively managed funds or passively managed funds (index funds). The underlying funds invest in U.S. stocks, international stocks, U.S. bonds, and other debt instruments and the Portfolio uses an asset allocation strategy designed for investors saving for retirement.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital; income is a secondary consideration. The fund invests primarily in small growth companies. It will invest at least 80% of the fund's net assets (plus borrowings for investment purposes) in the equity securities of small-capitalization companies. The fund may invest up to 20% of its total assets at the time of purchase in securities issued by foreign companies in developed markets, emerging markets, or frontier markets.
The investment seeks to maximize long-term total return. The fund has a flexible investment strategy and will invest in a variety of securities and instruments and use a variety of investment techniques in pursuing its objective. Under normal market conditions, it will invest at least 50% of its net assets in debt and fixed income securities rated at least in the Baa or BBB categories at the time of purchase by one or more NRSROs or unrated securities of comparable quality at the time of purchase. The fund may also enter into various exchange-traded and over-the-counter derivative transactions for both hedging and non-hedging purposes.
The investment seeks to maximize long-term total return. The fund has a flexible investment strategy and will invest in a variety of securities and instruments and use a variety of investment techniques in pursuing its objective. Under normal market conditions, it will invest at least 50% of its net assets in debt and fixed income securities rated at least in the Baa or BBB categories at the time of purchase by one or more NRSROs or unrated securities of comparable quality at the time of purchase. The fund may also enter into various exchange-traded and over-the-counter derivative transactions for both hedging and non-hedging purposes.
The investment seeks to maximize total return, consistent with prudent investment management and liquidity needs. The fund invests in a portfolio of fixed income securities of various maturities and, under normal market conditions, will invest at least 80% of its net assets in debt and fixed income securities. Although the fund may invest in debt and fixed income securities of any maturity, under normal market conditions the target dollar-weighted average effective duration for the fund is expected to range within 20% of the average duration of the domestic bond market as a whole as estimated by the fund's subadviser.
The investment seeks to maximize total return, consistent with prudent investment management and liquidity needs. The fund invests in a portfolio of fixed income securities of various maturities and, under normal market conditions, will invest at least 80% of its net assets in debt and fixed income securities. Although the fund may invest in debt and fixed income securities of any maturity, under normal market conditions the target dollar-weighted average effective duration for the fund is expected to range within 20% of the average duration of the domestic bond market as a whole as estimated by the fund's subadviser.
The investment seeks a positive total return. The fund is a diversified investment that invests substantially all of its investable assets in GMO Benchmark-Free Allocation Fund, an investment company managed by Grantham, Mayo, Van Otterloo & Co. LLC ("GMO"). GMO seeks to achieve Benchmark-Free Allocation Fund's investment objective by investing in asset classes GMO believes offer the most attractive return and risk opportunities.
The investment seeks to provide current income and secondarily, capital growth. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of the value of its net assets in fixed income securities. The investment advisor will generally select investment grade fixed income securities and unrated securities determined to be of comparable quality, but also may invest up to 15% of the fund's total assets in lower-rated debt securities ("junk bonds"). The fund seeks to maintain a dollar-weighted average maturity of four to ten years.
The investment seeks to maximize total return, consistent with prudent investment management and liquidity needs. The fund invests in a portfolio of fixed income securities of various maturities and, under normal market conditions, will invest at least 80% of its net assets in debt and fixed income securities. Although the fund may invest in debt and fixed income securities of any maturity, under normal market conditions the target dollar-weighted average effective duration for the fund is expected to range within 20% of the average duration of the domestic bond market as a whole as estimated by the fund's subadviser.
The investment seeks to maximize total return, consistent with prudent investment management and liquidity needs. The fund invests in a portfolio of fixed income securities of various maturities and, under normal market conditions, will invest at least 80% of its net assets in debt and fixed income securities. Although it may invest in debt and fixed income securities of any maturity, under normal market conditions the target dollar-weighted average effective duration for the fund, as estimated by the fund's subadviser, is expected to range within 20% of the duration of its benchmark.
The investment seeks to maximize total return, consistent with prudent investment management and liquidity needs. The fund invests in a portfolio of fixed income securities of various maturities and, under normal market conditions, will invest at least 80% of its net assets in debt and fixed income securities. Although the fund may invest in securities of any maturity, it will normally maintain a dollar-weighted average effective duration within 30% of the average duration of the domestic bond market as a whole as estimated by the fund's subadvisers. The fund may invest up to 20% of its total assets in non-U.S. dollar denominated securities.
The investment seeks to maximize total return, consistent with prudent investment management and liquidity needs. The fund invests in a portfolio of fixed income securities of various maturities and, under normal market conditions, will invest at least 80% of its net assets in debt and fixed income securities. Although the fund may invest in securities of any maturity, it will normally maintain a dollar-weighted average effective duration within 30% of the average duration of the domestic bond market as a whole as estimated by the fund's subadvisers. The fund may invest up to 20% of its total assets in non-U.S. dollar denominated securities.
The investment seeks to maximize total return, consistent with prudent investment management and liquidity needs. The fund invests in a portfolio of fixed income securities of various maturities and, under normal market conditions, will invest at least 80% of its net assets in debt and fixed income securities. Although the fund may invest in debt and fixed income securities of any maturity, under normal market conditions the target dollar-weighted average effective duration for the fund is expected to range within 20% of the average duration of the domestic bond market as a whole as estimated by the fund's subadviser.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. The fund invests primarily in small companies tied economically to emerging markets. It will invest at least 80% of the fund's net assets (plus borrowings for investment purposes) in the equity securities of small-capitalization companies that are tied economically to emerging market countries. The fund may invest a large percentage of its assets in a few sectors, including financials, industrials, information technology, consumer staples, consumer discretionary, health care, and materials. It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks to maximize total return. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in fixed income securities issued by governments, government-related entities and corporations located in emerging markets and related investments. It may invest without limit in high yield debt securities and related investments rated below investment grade. Below investment grade securities are commonly referred to as "junk bonds." The fund may invest up to 50% of its assets in non-U.S. dollar denominated fixed income securities. It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks to maximize total return, consistent with preservation of capital. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets in inflation-indexed fixed income securities and at least 70% of its net assets in U.S. Treasury Inflation Protected Securities. Although the fund may invest in securities of any maturity, the fund will normally maintain a dollar-weighted average effective duration, as estimated by the fund's subadvisers, within 3 years of that of its benchmark, the Bloomberg Barclays U.S. Treasury Inflation-Linked Bond Index.
The investment seeks to maximize total return, consistent with preservation of capital. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets in inflation-indexed fixed income securities and at least 70% of its net assets in U.S. Treasury Inflation Protected Securities. Although the fund may invest in securities of any maturity, the fund will normally maintain a dollar-weighted average effective duration, as estimated by the fund's subadvisers, within 3 years of that of its benchmark, the Bloomberg Barclays U.S. Treasury Inflation-Linked Bond Index.
The investment seeks to maximize total return, consistent with preservation of capital. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets in inflation-indexed fixed income securities and at least 70% of its net assets in U.S. Treasury Inflation Protected Securities. Although the fund may invest in securities of any maturity, the fund will normally maintain a dollar-weighted average effective duration, as estimated by the fund's subadvisers, within 3 years of that of its benchmark, the Bloomberg Barclays U.S. Treasury Inflation-Linked Bond Index.
The investment seeks to maximize total return, consistent with preservation of capital. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets in inflation-indexed fixed income securities and at least 70% of its net assets in U.S. Treasury Inflation Protected Securities. Although the fund may invest in securities of any maturity, the fund will normally maintain a dollar-weighted average effective duration, as estimated by the fund's subadvisers, within 3 years of that of its benchmark, the Bloomberg Barclays U.S. Treasury Inflation-Linked Bond Index.
The investment seeks high current income. The fund normally invests in a globally diverse portfolio of fixed income securities. It normally invests in at least three countries (one of which may be the United States). The dollar-weighted average effective duration of the fund's portfolio, as estimated by the subadviser, is normally expected to be between 0 and 10 years.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. The fund invests primarily in small and micro-cap foreign and domestic companies. It will invest its assets in the equity securities of foreign and domestic companies with market capitalizations of less than US$5 billion at the time of purchase. The fund may invest a significant amount of its total assets (5% to 50% under normal market conditions) at the time of purchase in securities issued by companies domiciled in emerging and frontier markets.
The investment seeks to provide growth of capital. The Portfolio is structured as a fund-of-funds, which means that it seeks to achieve its investment objective by investing its assets, under normal circumstances, in a combination of other mutual funds and exchange-traded funds (collectively, the underlying funds), rather than investing directly in stocks, bonds and other instruments. Under normal circumstances, the Portfolio targets an allocation of approximately 70% of its assets to the underlying equity funds and the remaining 30% of its assets to the underlying fixed income funds.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. The fund invests primarily in domestic and foreign growth companies that the adviser believes are innovators in their respective sectors or industries. It will typically be invested in at least three developed countries, including the U.S. The fund may invest in securities issued by companies domiciled in emerging and frontier markets without limitation. It may invest a large percentage of its assets in a few sectors, including consumer discretionary, consumer staples, energy, financials, health care, industrials, information technology, materials, real estate, telecommunication services, and utilities.
The investment seeks to maximize total return, consistent with prudent investment management. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets in U.S. dollar denominated debt or fixed income securities that are rated below investment grade at the time of purchase by one or more Nationally Recognized Statistical Rating Organizations or are of a comparable quality as determined by the subadviser. The fund managers consider securities that are rated below the Baa or BBB categories to be rated below investment grade. The fund may also enter into various exchange-traded and over-the-counter derivative transactions for both hedging and non-hedging purposes.
The investment seeks to maximize total return, consistent with prudent investment management. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets in U.S. dollar denominated debt or fixed income securities that are rated below investment grade at the time of purchase by one or more Nationally Recognized Statistical Rating Organizations or are of a comparable quality as determined by the subadviser. The fund managers consider securities that are rated below the Baa or BBB categories to be rated below investment grade. The fund may also enter into various exchange-traded and over-the-counter derivative transactions for both hedging and non-hedging purposes.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. The fund invests primarily in foreign growth companies. It will invest its assets in the equity securities of foreign companies with market capitalizations of less than US$5 billion at the time of purchase. The fund may invest a large percentage of its assets in a few sectors, including information technology, industrials, consumer staples, health care, financials, consumer discretionary, and communication services.
The investment seeks to maximize total return, consistent with preservation of capital. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets in inflation-indexed fixed income securities and at least 70% of its net assets in U.S. Treasury Inflation Protected Securities. Although the fund may invest in securities of any maturity, the fund will normally maintain a dollar-weighted average effective duration, as estimated by the fund's subadvisers, within 3 years of that of its benchmark, the Bloomberg Barclays U.S. Treasury Inflation-Linked Bond Index.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. The fund invests primarily in foreign micro-cap companies. It will invest its assets primarily in the equity securities of foreign micro-capitalization companies. The fund may invest a significant amount of its total assets at the time of purchase in securities issued by companies domiciled in emerging markets and frontier markets. It may invest a large percentage of its assets in a few sectors, including information technology, health care, industrials, financials, consumer staples, consumer discretionary, and communication services.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital; income is a secondary consideration. The fund invests primarily in smaller high growth companies. It will invest the fund's assets in the equity securities of companies which the managers consider to be rapidly growing. The fund may invest up to 30% of its total assets at the time of purchase in securities issued by foreign companies in developed markets, emerging markets, or frontier markets. It may invest a large percentage of its assets in a few sectors, including health care, information technology, industrials, consumer discretionary, and financials.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. The fund invests primarily in micro-cap companies. It will invest at least 80% of the fund's net assets (plus borrowings for investment purposes) in the equity securities of micro-capitalization companies. The adviser considers a company to be a micro-capitalization company if its market capitalization, at the time of purchase, is less than the larger of $1.5 billion or the market capitalization of the largest company in the Russell Microcap Index. It may invest up to 30% of its total assets at the time of purchase in securities issued by foreign companies in developed, emerging markets or frontier markets.
The investment seeks to maximize total return, consistent with prudent investment management and liquidity needs. The fund invests in a portfolio of fixed income securities of various maturities and, under normal market conditions, will invest at least 80% of its net assets in debt and fixed income securities. Although the fund may invest in securities of any maturity, it will normally maintain a dollar-weighted average effective duration within 30% of the average duration of the domestic bond market as a whole as estimated by the fund's subadvisers. The fund may invest up to 20% of its total assets in non-U.S. dollar denominated securities.
The investment seeks to maximize total return, consistent with prudent investment management and liquidity needs. The fund invests in a portfolio of fixed income securities of various maturities and, under normal market conditions, will invest at least 80% of its net assets in debt and fixed income securities. Although the fund may invest in securities of any maturity, it will normally maintain a dollar-weighted average effective duration within 30% of the average duration of the domestic bond market as a whole as estimated by the fund's subadvisers. The fund may invest up to 20% of its total assets in non-U.S. dollar denominated securities.
The investment seeks to maximize total return, consistent with prudent investment management and liquidity needs. The fund invests in a portfolio of fixed income securities of various maturities and, under normal market conditions, will invest at least 80% of its net assets in debt and fixed income securities. Although the fund may invest in debt and fixed income securities of any maturity, under normal market conditions the target dollar-weighted average effective duration for the fund is expected to range within 20% of the average duration of the domestic bond market as a whole as estimated by the fund's subadviser.
The investment seeks to maximize total return, consistent with prudent investment management and liquidity needs. The fund invests in a portfolio of fixed income securities of various maturities and, under normal market conditions, will invest at least 80% of its net assets in debt and fixed income securities. Although the fund may invest in securities of any maturity, it will normally maintain a dollar-weighted average effective duration within 30% of the average duration of the domestic bond market as a whole as estimated by the fund's subadvisers. The fund may invest up to 20% of its total assets in non-U.S. dollar denominated securities.
The investment seeks to maximize total return, consistent with prudent investment management and liquidity needs. The fund invests in a portfolio of fixed income securities of various maturities and, under normal market conditions, will invest at least 80% of its net assets in debt and fixed income securities. Although the fund may invest in securities of any maturity, it will normally maintain a dollar-weighted average effective duration within 30% of the average duration of the domestic bond market as a whole as estimated by the fund's subadvisers. The fund may invest up to 20% of its total assets in non-U.S. dollar denominated securities.
The investment seeks a positive total return. The fund is a diversified investment that invests substantially all of its investable assets in GMO Benchmark-Free Allocation Fund, an investment company managed by Grantham, Mayo, Van Otterloo & Co. LLC ("GMO"). GMO seeks to achieve Benchmark-Free Allocation Fund's investment objective by investing in asset classes GMO believes offer the most attractive return and risk opportunities.
The investment seeks a positive total return. The fund is a diversified investment that invests substantially all of its investable assets in GMO Benchmark-Free Allocation Fund, an investment company managed by Grantham, Mayo, Van Otterloo & Co. LLC ("GMO"). GMO seeks to achieve Benchmark-Free Allocation Fund's investment objective by investing in asset classes GMO believes offer the most attractive return and risk opportunities.
The investment seeks a positive total return. The fund is a diversified investment that invests substantially all of its investable assets in GMO Benchmark-Free Allocation Fund, an investment company managed by Grantham, Mayo, Van Otterloo & Co. LLC ("GMO"). GMO seeks to achieve Benchmark-Free Allocation Fund's investment objective by investing in asset classes GMO believes offer the most attractive return and risk opportunities.
The investment seeks a positive total return. The fund is a diversified investment that invests substantially all of its investable assets in GMO Benchmark-Free Allocation Fund, an investment company managed by Grantham, Mayo, Van Otterloo & Co. LLC ("GMO"). GMO seeks to achieve Benchmark-Free Allocation Fund's investment objective by investing in asset classes GMO believes offer the most attractive return and risk opportunities.
The investment seeks to maximize long-term total return. The fund has a flexible investment strategy and will invest in a variety of securities and instruments and use a variety of investment techniques in pursuing its objective. Under normal market conditions, it will invest at least 50% of its net assets in debt and fixed income securities rated at least in the Baa or BBB categories at the time of purchase by one or more NRSROs or unrated securities of comparable quality at the time of purchase. The fund may also enter into various exchange-traded and over-the-counter derivative transactions for both hedging and non-hedging purposes.
The investment seeks a positive total return. The fund is a diversified investment that invests substantially all of its investable assets in GMO Benchmark-Free Allocation Fund, an investment company managed by Grantham, Mayo, Van Otterloo & Co. LLC ("GMO"). GMO seeks to achieve Benchmark-Free Allocation Fund's investment objective by investing in asset classes GMO believes offer the most attractive return and risk opportunities.
The investment seeks to provide total return. The fund seeks to achieve its objective by allocating its assets among different asset classes of varying correlation around the globe. It may invest in U.S. and foreign securities. The fund generally will invest at least 30% of its assets, and may invest up to 75%, in foreign securities and in securities denominated in currencies other than the U.S. dollar, including issuers located in andu002For generating revenue from emerging markets.
The investment seeks to provide total return. The fund seeks to achieve its objective by allocating its assets among different asset classes of varying correlation around the globe. It may invest in U.S. and foreign securities. The fund generally will invest at least 30% of its assets, and may invest up to 75%, in foreign securities and in securities denominated in currencies other than the U.S. dollar, including issuers located in andu002For generating revenue from emerging markets.
The investment seeks to provide total return. The fund seeks to achieve its objective by allocating its assets among different asset classes of varying correlation around the globe. It may invest in U.S. and foreign securities. The fund generally will invest at least 30% of its assets, and may invest up to 75%, in foreign securities and in securities denominated in currencies other than the U.S. dollar, including issuers located in andu002For generating revenue from emerging markets.
The investment seeks current income; long-term growth of capital is a secondary consideration. Under normal market conditions, the fund's assets will be invested primarily in income-producing domestic and foreign securities, including equity securities (primarily common stocks) and fixed-income securities of companies of all market capitalizations. It may invest a large percentage of its assets in a few sectors, including consumer discretionary, consumer staples, energy, financials, health care, industrials, information technology, materials, real estate, telecommunication services, and utilities.
The investment seeks long-term capital growth through an actively managed portfolio of stocks of small capitalization companies. The fund invests, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its assets in a diversified portfolio of domestic equity securities of small cap companies. For these purposes, the Adviser defines small cap issuers as those with market capitalizations within the range encompassed by the Russell 2000 Index at the time of purchase. The Adviser evaluates financially material environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors as part of the investment decision-making process for the fund.
The investment seeks to provide total return. The fund seeks to achieve its objective by allocating its assets among different asset classes of varying correlation around the globe. It may invest in U.S. and foreign securities. The fund generally will invest at least 30% of its assets, and may invest up to 75%, in foreign securities and in securities denominated in currencies other than the U.S. dollar, including issuers located in andu002For generating revenue from emerging markets.
The investment seeks to maximize total return, consistent with prudent investment management and liquidity needs. The fund invests in a portfolio of fixed income securities of various maturities and, under normal market conditions, will invest at least 80% of its net assets in debt and fixed income securities. Although it may invest in debt and fixed income securities of any maturity, under normal market conditions the target dollar-weighted average effective duration for the fund, as estimated by the fund's subadviser, is expected to range within 20% of the duration of its benchmark.
The investment seeks to maximize total return, consistent with prudent investment management and liquidity needs. The fund invests in a portfolio of fixed income securities of various maturities and, under normal market conditions, will invest at least 80% of its net assets in debt and fixed income securities. Although it may invest in debt and fixed income securities of any maturity, under normal market conditions the target dollar-weighted average effective duration for the fund, as estimated by the fund's subadviser, is expected to range within 20% of the duration of its benchmark.
The investment seeks to maximize total return, consistent with prudent investment management and liquidity needs. The fund invests in a portfolio of fixed income securities of various maturities and, under normal market conditions, will invest at least 80% of its net assets in debt and fixed income securities. Although the fund may invest in debt and fixed income securities of any maturity, under normal market conditions the target dollar-weighted average effective duration for the fund is expected to range within 20% of the average duration of the domestic bond market as a whole as estimated by the fund's subadviser.
The investment seeks to maximize total return, consistent with prudent investment management and liquidity needs. The fund invests in a portfolio of fixed income securities of various maturities and, under normal market conditions, will invest at least 80% of its net assets in debt and fixed income securities. Although it may invest in debt and fixed income securities of any maturity, under normal market conditions the target dollar-weighted average effective duration for the fund, as estimated by the fund's subadviser, is expected to range within 20% of the duration of its benchmark.
The investment seeks to maximize total return, consistent with preservation of capital. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets in inflation-indexed fixed income securities and at least 70% of its net assets in U.S. Treasury Inflation Protected Securities. Although the fund may invest in securities of any maturity, the fund will normally maintain a dollar-weighted average effective duration, as estimated by the fund's subadvisers, within 3 years of that of its benchmark, the Bloomberg Barclays U.S. Treasury Inflation-Linked Bond Index.
The investment seeks to maximize total return, consistent with prudent investment management and liquidity needs. The fund invests in a portfolio of fixed income securities of various maturities and, under normal market conditions, will invest at least 80% of its net assets in debt and fixed income securities. Although it may invest in debt and fixed income securities of any maturity, under normal market conditions the target dollar-weighted average effective duration for the fund, as estimated by the fund's subadviser, is expected to range within 20% of the duration of its benchmark.
The investment seeks to maximize long-term total return. The fund has a flexible investment strategy and will invest in a variety of securities and instruments and use a variety of investment techniques in pursuing its objective. Under normal market conditions, it will invest at least 50% of its net assets in debt and fixed income securities rated at least in the Baa or BBB categories at the time of purchase by one or more NRSROs or unrated securities of comparable quality at the time of purchase. The fund may also enter into various exchange-traded and over-the-counter derivative transactions for both hedging and non-hedging purposes.
The investment seeks to maximize long-term total return. The fund has a flexible investment strategy and will invest in a variety of securities and instruments and use a variety of investment techniques in pursuing its objective. Under normal market conditions, it will invest at least 50% of its net assets in debt and fixed income securities rated at least in the Baa or BBB categories at the time of purchase by one or more NRSROs or unrated securities of comparable quality at the time of purchase. The fund may also enter into various exchange-traded and over-the-counter derivative transactions for both hedging and non-hedging purposes.
The investment seeks to maximize long-term total return. The fund has a flexible investment strategy and will invest in a variety of securities and instruments and use a variety of investment techniques in pursuing its objective. Under normal market conditions, it will invest at least 50% of its net assets in debt and fixed income securities rated at least in the Baa or BBB categories at the time of purchase by one or more NRSROs or unrated securities of comparable quality at the time of purchase. The fund may also enter into various exchange-traded and over-the-counter derivative transactions for both hedging and non-hedging purposes.
The investment seeks to maximize total return, consistent with prudent investment management. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets in U.S. dollar denominated debt or fixed income securities that are rated below investment grade at the time of purchase by one or more Nationally Recognized Statistical Rating Organizations or are of a comparable quality as determined by the subadviser. The fund managers consider securities that are rated below the Baa or BBB categories to be rated below investment grade. The fund may also enter into various exchange-traded and over-the-counter derivative transactions for both hedging and non-hedging purposes.
The investment seeks to maximize total return, consistent with prudent investment management. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets in U.S. dollar denominated debt or fixed income securities that are rated below investment grade at the time of purchase by one or more Nationally Recognized Statistical Rating Organizations or are of a comparable quality as determined by the subadviser. The fund managers consider securities that are rated below the Baa or BBB categories to be rated below investment grade. The fund may also enter into various exchange-traded and over-the-counter derivative transactions for both hedging and non-hedging purposes.
The investment seeks to maximize total return, consistent with prudent investment management. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets in U.S. dollar denominated debt or fixed income securities that are rated below investment grade at the time of purchase by one or more Nationally Recognized Statistical Rating Organizations or are of a comparable quality as determined by the subadviser. The fund managers consider securities that are rated below the Baa or BBB categories to be rated below investment grade. The fund may also enter into various exchange-traded and over-the-counter derivative transactions for both hedging and non-hedging purposes.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation, capital preservation and current income. The fund invests primarily in a portfolio of equity and debt securities. It normally invests at least 25% of its total assets in equity securities, such as common stocks and a variety of securities convertible into common stock such as rights, warrants and convertible preferred stock. The fund will invest at least 25% of its total assets in investment-grade debt securities such as U.S. government securities, corporate debt securities, other mortgage-backed securities and asset-backed securities.
The investment seeks to provide capital appreciation and current income consistent with prudent investment risk and a balanced investment approach. The fund invests in a combination of equity and debt securities. It is primarily equity-oriented, and uses a top-down approach in seeking to provide equity-like returns but with lower volatility than a fully invested equity portfolio. The fund will typically invest 30% to 70% of its assets in equity securities and 70% to 30% in debt securities, and the balance of the fund's assets in cash or cash equivalents. It may also invest up to 25% of its total assets in foreign equity securities and in EDRs or ADRs.
The investment seeks to outperform the Bloomberg Barclays U.S. Aggregate Index by maximizing total return through a combination of income and capital appreciation. Under normal market conditions, the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes) in bonds. Other types of income producing securities, such as convertible bonds, hybrid bonds and preferred stock, may also be considered in seeking to achieve the fund's investment objective.
The investment seeks to provide capital appreciation and current income consistent with prudent investment risk and a balanced investment approach. The fund invests in a combination of equity and debt securities. It is primarily equity-oriented, and uses a top-down approach in seeking to provide equity-like returns but with lower volatility than a fully invested equity portfolio. The fund will typically invest 30% to 70% of its assets in equity securities and 70% to 30% in debt securities, and the balance of the fund's assets in cash or cash equivalents. It may also invest up to 25% of its total assets in foreign equity securities and in EDRs or ADRs.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes) in emerging markets securities. It invests primarily in a diversified portfolio of equity securities, including common stocks and other forms of equity investments (e.g., securities convertible into common stocks), issued by emerging market companies of all sizes, that the advisor believes have above-average growth, profitability and quality characteristics.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes) in emerging markets securities. It invests primarily in a diversified portfolio of equity securities, including common stocks and other forms of equity investments (e.g., securities convertible into common stocks), issued by emerging market companies of all sizes, that the Adviser believes have above-average growth, profitability and quality characteristics. Under normal market conditions, the fund typically holds a limited number of securities (i.e., 50-80 securities).
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes) in emerging markets securities. It invests primarily in a diversified portfolio of equity securities, including common stocks and other forms of equity investments (e.g., securities convertible into common stocks), issued by emerging market companies of all sizes, that the advisor believes have above-average growth, profitability and quality characteristics.
The investment seeks to provide a high level of total return. The fund will invest at least 80% of its assets in bonds and other debt securities. It invests primarily in debt securities, including asset-backed and mortgage-backed securities and securities of governmental, supranational and corporate issuers denominated in various currencies, including U.S. dollars. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks to outperform the Bloomberg Barclays U.S. Aggregate Index by maximizing total return through a combination of income and capital appreciation. Under normal market conditions, the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes) in bonds. Other types of income producing securities, such as convertible bonds, hybrid bonds and preferred stock, may also be considered in seeking to achieve the fund's investment objective.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests primarily in a diversified portfolio of equity securities, including common stocks and other forms of equity investments (e.g., securities convertible into common stocks), of domestic growth companies of all sizes that are expected to exhibit quality growth characteristics. It invests primarily in equity securities issued by companies that typically have market capitalizations no smaller than the smallest capitalized company, and no larger than the largest capitalized company, included in the Russell 3000 Index.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its total assets in a diversified portfolio of equity securities, including common stocks and other forms of equity investments, issued by companies of all sizes domiciled outside the U.S. that the advisor believes have above-average growth, profitability and quality characteristics. Its investments are normally allocated among at least six different countries and no more than 50% of the fund's equity holdings may be invested in securities of issuers in one country at any given time.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its total assets in a diversified portfolio of equity securities, including common stocks and other forms of equity investments (e.g., securities convertible into common stocks), issued by companies of all sizes domiciled outside the U.S, that the advisor believes have above-average growth, profitability and quality characteristics. Its investments are normally allocated among at least six different countries and no more than 50% of the fund's equity holdings may be invested in securities of issuers in one country at any given time.
The investment seeks to provide total return through a combination of capital appreciation and current income. The Portfolio is structured as a fund-of-funds, which means that it seeks to achieve its investment objective by investing its assets, under normal circumstances, in a combination of other mutual funds and exchange-traded funds (collectively, the underlying funds), rather than investing directly in stocks, bonds and other instruments. Under normal circumstances, the Portfolio targets an allocation of approximately 60% of its assets to the underlying equity funds and the remaining 40% of its assets to the underlying fixed income funds.
The investment seeks to maximize total return; total return includes both income and capital appreciation. The fund seeks to maximize total return by investing in a diversified portfolio of investment grade low duration debt securities. Total return includes both income and capital appreciation. The fund seeks to outperform the ICE BofAML 1-Year US Treasury Note Index through an actively managed diversified portfolio of securities. It invests primarily in investment grade debt securities rated in the highest three categories by at least one nationally recognized statistical rating organization.
The investment seeks to maximize total return; total return includes both income and capital appreciation. The fund seeks to maximize total return by investing in a diversified portfolio of investment grade low duration debt securities. Total return includes both income and capital appreciation. The fund seeks to outperform the ICE BofAML 1-Year US Treasury Note Index through an actively managed diversified portfolio of securities. It invests primarily in investment grade debt securities rated in the highest three categories by at least one nationally recognized statistical rating organization.
The investment seeks to maximize total return; total return includes both income and capital appreciation. The fund seeks to maximize total return by investing in a diversified portfolio of investment grade low duration debt securities. Total return includes both income and capital appreciation. The fund seeks to outperform the ICE BofAML 1-Year US Treasury Note Index through an actively managed diversified portfolio of securities. It invests primarily in investment grade debt securities rated in the highest three categories by at least one nationally recognized statistical rating organization.
The investment seeks a high level of current income with relative stability of principal. The fund invests at least 90% of its total assets in the following: (a) U.S. dollar-denominated corporate debt securities (domestic or foreign) with long-term ratings of "A -" or better, or an equivalent rating; (b) obligations of or guaranteed by the U.S. government, its agencies or instrumentalities; (c) collateralized obligations and (d) commercial paper obligations rated within the highest grade by one of the Rating Organizations.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets in stocks of small capitalized ("small cap") companies. It invests primarily in a diversified portfolio of equity securities, including common stocks and other forms of equity investments, of small cap domestic growth companies that are expected to exhibit quality growth characteristics. For purposes of the fund, the advisor considers a company to be a small cap company if it has a market capitalization no larger than the largest capitalized company included in the Russell 2000 Index at the time of the fund's investment.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets in stocks of small capitalized ("small cap") companies. It invests primarily in a diversified portfolio of equity securities, including common stocks and other forms of equity investments, of small cap domestic growth companies that are expected to exhibit quality growth characteristics. For purposes of the fund, the advisor considers a company to be a small cap company if it has a market capitalization no larger than the largest capitalized company included in the Russell 2000 Index at the time of the fund's investment.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets in equity securities of small capitalized ("small cap") companies. It invests primarily in a diversified portfolio of equity securities, including common stocks and other forms of equity investments, of small cap domestic companies that the advisor believes offer a long-term investment value. For purposes of the fund, the advisor considers a company to be a small cap company if it has a market capitalization no larger than the largest capitalized company included in the Russell 2000 Index at the time of the fund's investment.
The investment seeks current income with a secondary emphasis on capital appreciation. The fund is a fund-of-funds that invests in various affiliated mutual funds, unaffiliated mutual funds, and exchange-traded funds ("underlying funds") to pursue its investment objective. It seeks to achieve the fund's investment objective by allocating up to 30% of its assets to stock funds, up to 85% of its assets to bond funds and up to 20% of its assets to alternative investment strategy funds. The fund invests 20% of its total assets in stock funds; 75% of its total assets in bond funds; and 5% of its total assets in alternative investment funds.
The investment seeks current income with a secondary emphasis on capital appreciation. The fund is a fund-of-funds that invests in various affiliated mutual funds, unaffiliated mutual funds, and exchange-traded funds ("underlying funds") to pursue its investment objective. It seeks to achieve the fund's investment objective by allocating up to 30% of its assets to stock funds, up to 85% of its assets to bond funds and up to 20% of its assets to alternative investment strategy funds. The fund invests 20% of its total assets in stock funds; 75% of its total assets in bond funds; and 5% of its total assets in alternative investment funds.
The investment seeks capital growth and appreciation. The fund seeks to achieve its objective by investing, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its net assets in equity securities, primarily in common stocks of large-capitalization companies. It seeks to invest in companies that the advisor believes are high-quality, have sustainable competitive advantages accompanied by financial strength and earnings stability, and have leading positions in their industries. The fund invests in securities that have the potential for capital appreciation, or that the advisor expects to resist market decline.
The investment seeks capital growth and appreciation. The fund seeks to achieve its objective by investing, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its net assets in equity securities, primarily in common stocks of large-capitalization companies. It seeks to invest in companies that the advisor believes are high-quality, have sustainable competitive advantages accompanied by financial strength and earnings stability, and have leading positions in their industries. The fund invests in securities that have the potential for capital appreciation, or that the advisor expects to resist market decline.
The investment seeks capital growth and appreciation. The fund seeks to achieve its objective by investing, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its net assets in equity securities, primarily in common stocks of large-capitalization companies. It seeks to invest in companies that the advisor believes are high-quality, have sustainable competitive advantages accompanied by financial strength and earnings stability, and have leading positions in their industries. The fund invests in securities that have the potential for capital appreciation, or that the advisor expects to resist market decline.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes) in stocks of medium capitalized ("mid cap") companies. It invests primarily in a diversified portfolio of equity securities, including common stocks and other forms of equity investments (e.g., securities convertible into common stocks), of mid cap domestic growth companies that are expected to exhibit quality growth characteristics.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes) in stocks of medium capitalized ("mid cap") companies. It invests primarily in a diversified portfolio of equity securities, including common stocks and other forms of equity investments (e.g., securities convertible into common stocks), of mid cap domestic growth companies that are expected to exhibit quality growth characteristics.
The investment seeks current income with a secondary emphasis on capital appreciation. The fund is a fund-of-funds that invests in various affiliated mutual funds, unaffiliated mutual funds, and exchange-traded funds ("underlying funds") to pursue its investment objective. It seeks to achieve the fund's investment objective by allocating up to 30% of its assets to stock funds, up to 85% of its assets to bond funds and up to 20% of its assets to alternative investment strategy funds. The fund invests 20% of its total assets in stock funds; 75% of its total assets in bond funds; and 5% of its total assets in alternative investment funds.
The investment seeks total return, consisting of a high level of current income and capital appreciation. The fund invests normally at least 80% of its net assets in below investment-grade corporate debt securities and up to 25% of its total assets in U.S. dollar-denominated debt securities of foreign issuers. It invests principally in below investment-grade debt securities (often called "high-yield" securities or "junk bonds") of corporate issuers. These include traditional corporate bonds as well as bank loans. These securities may have fixed, floating or variable rates.
The investment seeks a high level of total return consistent with a moderate level of risk. The fund seeks to achieve its investment goal by investing primarily in a diverse portfolio of high-yielding, exchange-traded, domestic and foreign common stocks of all capitalizations, and in a portfolio of investment-grade and non-investment grade fixed income securities. It will also allocate a portion of the portfolio to real assets and to cash. The equity portion of the fund, which will make up approximately 60% of the portfolio (and may range from 35% to 70% of the portfolio), will consist of approximately 40% of U.S. equities and 20% of international equities.
The investment seeks a high level of total return consistent with a moderate level of risk. The fund seeks to achieve its investment goal by investing primarily in a diverse portfolio of high-yielding, exchange-traded, domestic and foreign common stocks of all capitalizations, and in a portfolio of investment-grade and non-investment grade fixed income securities. It will also allocate a portion of the portfolio to real assets and to cash. The equity portion of the fund, which will make up approximately 60% of the portfolio (and may range from 35% to 70% of the portfolio), will consist of approximately 40% of U.S. equities and 20% of international equities.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in equity securities of foreign issuers, and up to 20% of the fund's total assets in emerging market equity securities. It invests principally in the equity securities of foreign issuers through the use of three different styles of international equity management. The fund invests primarily in developed countries, but may invest in emerging market countries and may invest in equity securities of any market capitalization.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of the fund's net assets in equity securities of small-capitalization companies. It invests principally in equity securities of small-capitalization companies, which the managers define as companies with market capitalizations within the range of the Russell 2000 Index at the time of purchase.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets in equity securities of small- and medium-capitalization companies; and up to 25% of the fund's total assets in equity securities of foreign issuers through ADRs and similar investments. The managers seek to identify companies that have the prospect for strong sales and earnings growth rates, that enjoy a competitive advantage and that they believe have effective management with a history of making investments that are in the best interests of shareholders.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation with no emphasis on income. The fund is a fund-of-funds that invests in various affiliated mutual funds, unaffiliated mutual funds, and exchange-traded funds to pursue its investment objective. It seeks to achieve the fund's investment objective by investing at least 80% of the fund's net assets in equity securities. The fund is a diversified equity investment that consists of underlying funds that employ different and complementary investment styles to provide potential for growth. It may invest up to 20% of the fund's net assets in bond or alternative-style asset classes.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation with no emphasis on income. The fund is a fund-of-funds that invests in various affiliated mutual funds, unaffiliated mutual funds, and exchange-traded funds to pursue its investment objective. It seeks to achieve the fund's investment objective by investing at least 80% of the fund's net assets in equity securities. The fund is a diversified equity investment that consists of underlying funds that employ different and complementary investment styles to provide potential for growth. It may invest up to 20% of the fund's net assets in bond or alternative-style asset classes.
The investment seeks to maximize total return, while maintaining a level of current income consistent with the maintenance of principal and liquidity. Under normal market conditions the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets (which includes, for purposes of this test, the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes) in bonds of various types and with various maturities. It focuses on investment grade bonds of domestic corporations and governments. Investment grade debt securities are securities rated in the four highest ratings categories by a Nationally Recognized Statistical Rating Organization ("NRSRO").
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation with no emphasis on income. The fund is a fund-of-funds that invests in various affiliated mutual funds, unaffiliated mutual funds, and exchange-traded funds to pursue its investment objective. It seeks to achieve the fund's investment objective by investing at least 80% of the fund's net assets in equity securities. The fund is a diversified equity investment that consists of underlying funds that employ different and complementary investment styles to provide potential for growth. It may invest up to 20% of the fund's net assets in bond or alternative-style asset classes.
The investment seeks to provide capital appreciation and current income consistent with prudent investment risk and a balanced investment approach. The fund invests in a combination of equity and debt securities. It is primarily equity-oriented, and uses a top-down approach in seeking to provide equity-like returns but with lower volatility than a fully invested equity portfolio. The fund will typically invest 30% to 70% of its assets in equity securities and 70% to 30% in debt securities, and the balance of the fund's assets in cash or cash equivalents. It may also invest up to 25% of its total assets in foreign equity securities and in EDRs or ADRs.
The investment seeks to provide capital appreciation and current income consistent with prudent investment risk and a balanced investment approach. The fund invests in a combination of equity and debt securities. It is primarily equity-oriented, and uses a top-down approach in seeking to provide equity-like returns but with lower volatility than a fully invested equity portfolio. The fund will typically invest 30% to 70% of its assets in equity securities and 70% to 30% in debt securities, and the balance of the fund's assets in cash or cash equivalents. It may also invest up to 25% of its total assets in foreign equity securities and in EDRs or ADRs.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its total assets in equity securities; and up to 25% of the fund's total assets in equity securities of foreign issuers through ADRs and similar investments. The managers seek to identify companies that have the prospect for strong sales and earnings growth rates, that enjoy a competitive advantage and that they believe have effective management with a history of making investments that are in the best interests of shareholders (for example, companies with a history of earnings and sales growth that are in excess of total asset growth).
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its total assets in equity securities; and up to 25% of the fund's total assets in equity securities of foreign issuers through ADRs and similar investments. The managers seek to identify companies that have the prospect for strong sales and earnings growth rates, that enjoy a competitive advantage and that they believe have effective management with a history of making investments that are in the best interests of shareholders (for example, companies with a history of earnings and sales growth that are in excess of total asset growth).
The investment seeks to maximize total return, while maintaining a level of current income consistent with the maintenance of principal and liquidity. Under normal market conditions the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets (which includes, for purposes of this test, the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes) in bonds of various types and with various maturities. It focuses on investment grade bonds of domestic corporations and governments. Investment grade debt securities are securities rated in the four highest ratings categories by a Nationally Recognized Statistical Rating Organization ("NRSRO").
The investment seeks capital appreciation; current income is a secondary consideration. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets (which includes, for purposes of this test, the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes) in common stocks and securities which may be converted into common stocks. It invests in a portfolio of seasoned companies. Seasoned companies generally have market capitalizations of $1 billion or more and have been operating for at least three years. The fund may also invest up to 25% of its total assets in foreign equity securities and in European Depositary Receipts ("EDRs") or American Depositary Receipts ("ADRs").
The investment seeks capital appreciation; current income is a secondary consideration. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets (which includes, for purposes of this test, the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes) in common stocks and securities which may be converted into common stocks. It invests in a portfolio of seasoned companies. Seasoned companies generally have market capitalizations of $1 billion or more and have been operating for at least three years. The fund may also invest up to 25% of its total assets in foreign equity securities and in European Depositary Receipts ("EDRs") or American Depositary Receipts ("ADRs").
The investment seeks current income consistent with the preservation of capital. Under normal circumstances, the fund will invest at least 80% of its net assets, plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes, in debt securities. These debt securities may include U.S. government securities (including agency securities, and securities issued by government-sponsored enterprises such as Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, including their mortgage-backed securities), corporate debt securities, other mortgage-backed securities, asset-backed securities and securities issued by foreign governments, which may include sovereign debt.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests at least 80% of its total assets in equity securities of small-capitalization companies, which the managers define as securities of companies with market capitalization within the range of the Russell 2000 Index; and up to 25% of its total assets in equity securities of foreign issuers through ADRs and similar investments. It is a feeder fund that invests substantially all of its assets in the Emerging Growth Portfolio, a master portfolio with a substantially identical investment objective and substantially similar investment strategies.
The investment seeks capital appreciation. The fund's investment strategy is based on the manager's belief that stock prices fluctuate around the true value of a company. It invests the majority of its assets in the common stock of medium-sized companies. The manager considers medium-sized companies to be issuers with a market capitalization, at the time of initial purchase, of greater than $1 billion and less than or equal to the market capitalization of the largest company in the Russell Midcap Index. The fund may invest in securities issued by non-U.S. companies, which securities may be denominated in U.S. dollars or foreign currencies.
The investment seeks to provide a high level of current income as well as long term capital appreciation. The fund invests, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its net assets in convertible securities, and in derivatives and other instruments that have economic characteristics similar to such securities. It may invest in securities of any market capitalization or credit quality, and may from time to time invest a significant amount of its assets in securities of smaller companies. The fund may invest up to 20% of its net assets in common stocks, non-convertible preferred stocks, and non-convertible fixed income securities.
The investment seeks to maximize total return, while maintaining a level of current income consistent with the maintenance of principal and liquidity. Under normal market conditions the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets (which includes, for purposes of this test, the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes) in bonds of various types and with various maturities. It focuses on investment grade bonds of domestic corporations and governments. Investment grade debt securities are securities rated in the four highest ratings categories by a Nationally Recognized Statistical Rating Organization ("NRSRO").
The investment seeks to provide a high level of current income as well as long term capital appreciation. The fund invests, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its net assets in convertible securities, and in derivatives and other instruments that have economic characteristics similar to such securities. It may invest in securities of any market capitalization or credit quality, and may from time to time invest a significant amount of its assets in securities of smaller companies. The fund may invest up to 20% of its net assets in common stocks, non-convertible preferred stocks, and non-convertible fixed income securities.
The investment seeks to maximize total return, while maintaining a level of current income consistent with the maintenance of principal and liquidity. Under normal market conditions the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets (which includes, for purposes of this test, the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes) in bonds of various types and with various maturities. It focuses on investment grade bonds of domestic corporations and governments. Investment grade debt securities are securities rated in the four highest ratings categories by a Nationally Recognized Statistical Rating Organization ("NRSRO").
The investment seeks long term capital appreciation. The fund primarily invests in common stocks of smaller companies that have a market capitalization of $500 million or less at the time of the fund's initial investment. It focuses on micro-cap companies which appear to be underpriced relative to their "private market value." Private market value is the value which the sub-adviser believes informed investors would be willing to pay to acquire a company. The fund may also invest up to 25% of its total assets in foreign securities and in European Depositary Receipts ("EDRs") or American Depositary Receipts ("ADRs").
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes) in emerging markets securities. It invests primarily in a diversified portfolio of equity securities, including common stocks and other forms of equity investments (e.g., securities convertible into common stocks), issued by emerging market companies of all sizes, that the Adviser believes have above-average growth, profitability and quality characteristics. Under normal market conditions, the fund typically holds a limited number of securities (i.e., 50-80 securities).
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes) in emerging markets securities. It invests primarily in a diversified portfolio of equity securities, including common stocks and other forms of equity investments (e.g., securities convertible into common stocks), issued by emerging market companies of all sizes, that the Adviser believes have above-average growth, profitability and quality characteristics. Under normal market conditions, the fund typically holds a limited number of securities (i.e., 50-80 securities).
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests at least 80% of its total assets in equity securities of small-capitalization companies, which the managers define as securities of companies with market capitalization within the range of the Russell 2000 Index; and up to 25% of its total assets in equity securities of foreign issuers through ADRs and similar investments. It is a feeder fund that invests substantially all of its assets in the Emerging Growth Portfolio, a master portfolio with a substantially identical investment objective and substantially similar investment strategies.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests at least 80% of its total assets in equity securities of small-capitalization companies, which the managers define as securities of companies with market capitalization within the range of the Russell 2000 Index; and up to 25% of its total assets in equity securities of foreign issuers through ADRs and similar investments. It is a feeder fund that invests substantially all of its assets in the Emerging Growth Portfolio, a master portfolio with a substantially identical investment objective and substantially similar investment strategies.
The investment seeks to maximize total return. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in fixed income securities issued by governments, government-related entities and corporations located in emerging markets and related investments. It may invest without limit in high yield debt securities and related investments rated below investment grade. Below investment grade securities are commonly referred to as "junk bonds." The fund may invest up to 50% of its assets in non-U.S. dollar denominated fixed income securities. It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests at least 80% of its total assets in equity securities of small-capitalization companies, which the managers define as securities of companies with market capitalization within the range of the Russell 2000 Index; and up to 25% of its total assets in equity securities of foreign issuers through ADRs and similar investments. It is a feeder fund that invests substantially all of its assets in the Emerging Growth Portfolio, a master portfolio with a substantially identical investment objective and substantially similar investment strategies.
The investment seeks long term capital appreciation. The fund primarily invests in common stocks of smaller companies that have a market capitalization of $500 million or less at the time of the fund's initial investment. It focuses on micro-cap companies which appear to be underpriced relative to their "private market value." Private market value is the value which the sub-adviser believes informed investors would be willing to pay to acquire a company. The fund may also invest up to 25% of its total assets in foreign securities and in European Depositary Receipts ("EDRs") or American Depositary Receipts ("ADRs").
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in equity securities of medium-capitalization companies; and up to 25% of the fund's total assets in equity securities of foreign issuers through ADRs and similar investments. The managers seek to identify companies that have the prospect for strong sales and earnings growth rates, that enjoy a competitive advantage and that they believe have effective management with a history of making investments that are in the best interests of shareholders.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in equity securities of medium-capitalization companies; and up to 25% of the fund's total assets in equity securities of foreign issuers through ADRs and similar investments. The managers seek to identify companies that have the prospect for strong sales and earnings growth rates, that enjoy a competitive advantage and that they believe have effective management with a history of making investments that are in the best interests of shareholders.
The investment seeks capital appreciation; current income is a secondary consideration. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets (which includes, for purposes of this test, the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes) in common stocks and securities which may be converted into common stocks. It invests in a portfolio of seasoned companies. Seasoned companies generally have market capitalizations of $1 billion or more and have been operating for at least three years. The fund may also invest up to 25% of its total assets in foreign equity securities and in European Depositary Receipts ("EDRs") or American Depositary Receipts ("ADRs").
The investment seeks to achieve long-term capital appreciation. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in companies that meet the quantitative and qualitative screening criteria of the Adviser's proprietary workplace equality screen. Among various factors, these screening criteria seek to identify, for example, whether a company's equal employment opportunity statement prohibits discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity, andu002For whether the company offers health benefits to same-sex partners or spouses of employees.
The investment seeks to achieve long-term capital appreciation. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in companies that meet the quantitative and qualitative screening criteria of the Adviser's proprietary workplace equality screen. Among various factors, these screening criteria seek to identify, for example, whether a company's equal employment opportunity statement prohibits discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity, andu002For whether the company offers health benefits to same-sex partners or spouses of employees.
The investment seeks to provide long term capital appreciation. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets (which includes, for purposes of this test, the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes) in a portfolio of common stocks of smaller companies. The Adviser characterizes small capitalization companies as those companies with a market capitalization between $100 million and $2.5 billion at the time of the fund's initial investment. It may also invest up to 25% of its total assets in foreign securities and in European Depositary Receipts ("EDRs") or American Depositary Receipts ("ADRs").
The investment seeks to provide a high level of current income as well as long term capital appreciation. The fund invests, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its net assets in convertible securities, and in derivatives and other instruments that have economic characteristics similar to such securities. It may invest in securities of any market capitalization or credit quality, and may from time to time invest a significant amount of its assets in securities of smaller companies. The fund may invest up to 20% of its net assets in common stocks, non-convertible preferred stocks, and non-convertible fixed income securities.
The investment seeks to provide a high level of current income as well as long term capital appreciation. The fund invests, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its net assets in convertible securities, and in derivatives and other instruments that have economic characteristics similar to such securities. It may invest in securities of any market capitalization or credit quality, and may from time to time invest a significant amount of its assets in securities of smaller companies. The fund may invest up to 20% of its net assets in common stocks, non-convertible preferred stocks, and non-convertible fixed income securities.
The investment seeks capital appreciation; current income is a secondary consideration. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets (which includes, for purposes of this test, the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes) in common stocks and securities which may be converted into common stocks. It invests in a portfolio of seasoned companies. Seasoned companies generally have market capitalizations of $1 billion or more and have been operating for at least three years. The fund may also invest up to 25% of its total assets in foreign equity securities and in European Depositary Receipts ("EDRs") or American Depositary Receipts ("ADRs").
The investment seeks capital appreciation. Under normal circumstances, the fund will invest at least 80% of its net assets (plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes) in equity securities of foreign companies of various capitalization ranges. These securities may include common stocks, preferred stocks, depositary receipts, warrants, ETFs based on an international equity index and derivative instruments, principally futures and forward contracts, whose value is based on an international equity index or an underlying equity security or basket of equity securities.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund normally invests at least 80% of the fund's net assets in Asia Pacific Basin equity securities. It invests principally in equity securities of companies in the Asia Pacific Basin. The adviser looks for companies with the potential for above-average sales and earnings growth, overall financial strength, competitive advantages, and capable management. It may use participation notes, which are a type of derivative.
The investment seeks total return over time, consistent with its strategic target asset allocation. The fund is a fund of funds that invests in various master portfolios ("underlying funds"), which in turn, invest in a combination of securities to gain exposure to equity and fixed income asset classes. It gradually reduces its potential market risk exposures over time by generally re-allocating its assets among these asset classes, consistent with increasingly conservative strategic target allocations. The fund is primarily designed for investors who retired andu002For began to gradually withdraw funds around its target date of 2015.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund normally invests at least 80% of the fund's net assets in Asia Pacific Basin equity securities. It invests principally in equity securities of companies in the Asia Pacific Basin. The adviser looks for companies with the potential for above-average sales and earnings growth, overall financial strength, competitive advantages, and capable management. It may use participation notes, which are a type of derivative.
The investment seeks long-term total return, consisting of capital appreciation and current income. The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in equity and fixed income securities designed to replicate the holdings and weightings of the securities comprising the S&P 500 Index and Bloomberg Barclays U.S. Treasury Index. It seeks to achieve its investment objective by allocating up to 75% of its assets in equity securities and up to 55% of its assets in fixed income securities.
The investment seeks long-term total return, consisting of capital appreciation and current income. The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in equity and fixed income securities designed to replicate the holdings and weightings of the securities comprising the S&P 500 Index and Bloomberg Barclays U.S. Treasury Index. It seeks to achieve its investment objective by allocating up to 75% of its assets in equity securities and up to 55% of its assets in fixed income securities.
The investment seeks total return over time, consistent with its strategic target asset allocation. The fund is a fund of funds that invests in various master portfolios ("underlying funds"), which in turn, invest in a combination of securities to gain exposure to equity and fixed income asset classes. It gradually reduces its potential market risk exposures over time by generally re-allocating its assets among these asset classes, consistent with increasingly conservative strategic target allocations. The fund is primarily designed for investors who retired andu002For began to gradually withdraw funds around its target date of 2010.
The investment seeks long-term total return, consisting of capital appreciation and current income. The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in equity and fixed income securities designed to replicate the holdings and weightings of the securities comprising the S&P 500 Index and Bloomberg Barclays U.S. Treasury Index. It seeks to achieve its investment objective by allocating up to 75% of its assets in equity securities and up to 55% of its assets in fixed income securities.
The investment seeks total return over time, consistent with its strategic target asset allocation. The fund is a fund of funds that invests in various master portfolios ("underlying funds"), which in turn, invest in a combination of securities to gain exposure to equity and fixed income asset classes. It gradually reduces its potential market risk exposures over time by generally re-allocating its assets among these asset classes, consistent with increasingly conservative strategic target allocations. The fund is primarily designed for investors expecting to retire andu002For begin gradually withdrawing funds around its target date of 2025.
The investment seeks total return, consisting of current income and capital appreciation. The fund seeks to achieve its investment objective by allocating up to 50% of its assets to equity securities and up to 70% of its assets to fixed income securities. Its "neutral" allocation is as follows: 60% of the fund's total assets in bond funds; and 40% of the fund's total assets in stock funds. The fund is a fund-of-funds that invests in various affiliated mutual funds employing a multi-asset, multi-style investment approach designed to reduce the price and return volatility of the fund and to provide more consistent returns.
The investment seeks to provide a high level of total return. The fund will invest at least 80% of its assets in bonds and other debt securities. It invests primarily in debt securities, including asset-backed and mortgage-backed securities and securities of governmental, supranational and corporate issuers denominated in various currencies, including U.S. dollars. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks to provide investment results that correspond to the total return performance of fixed-income securities in the aggregate, as represented by the Bloomberg Barclays U.S. Aggregate Bond Index. The fund is a "feeder" fund that invests all of its assets in the Master Portfolio of MIP, which has the same investment objective and strategies as the fund. Under normal circumstances, at least 90% of the value of the fund's assets, plus the amount of any borrowing for investment purposes, is invested in securities comprising the Barclays U.S. Aggregate Index.
The investment seeks total return over time, consistent with its strategic target asset allocation. The fund is a fund of funds that invests in various master portfolios ("underlying funds"), which in turn, invest in a combination of securities to gain exposure to equity and fixed income asset classes. It gradually reduces its potential market risk exposures over time by generally re-allocating its assets among these asset classes, consistent with increasingly conservative strategic target allocations. The fund is primarily designed for investors who retired andu002For began to gradually withdraw funds around its target date of 2015.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund normally invests at least 80% of the fund's net assets in Asia Pacific Basin equity securities. It invests principally in equity securities of companies in the Asia Pacific Basin. The adviser looks for companies with the potential for above-average sales and earnings growth, overall financial strength, competitive advantages, and capable management. It may use participation notes, which are a type of derivative.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests at least 80% of its total assets in equity securities of large-capitalization companies and up to 25% of the fund's total assets in equity securities of foreign issuers through ADRs and similar investments. It invests principally in equity securities of large-capitalization companies that the advisor believes offer the potential for capital growth. The advisor defines large-capitalization companies as those with market capitalizations within the range of the Russell 1000 Index at the time of purchase.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests at least 80% of its total assets in equity securities of large-capitalization companies and up to 25% of the fund's total assets in equity securities of foreign issuers through ADRs and similar investments. It invests principally in equity securities of large-capitalization companies that the advisor believes offer the potential for capital growth. The advisor defines large-capitalization companies as those with market capitalizations within the range of the Russell 1000 Index at the time of purchase.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests at least 80% of its total assets in equity securities of large-capitalization companies and up to 25% of the fund's total assets in equity securities of foreign issuers through ADRs and similar investments. It invests principally in equity securities of large-capitalization companies that the advisor believes offer the potential for capital growth. The advisor defines large-capitalization companies as those with market capitalizations within the range of the Russell 1000 Index at the time of purchase.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its total assets in equity securities; and up to 25% of the fund's total assets in equity securities of foreign issuers through ADRs and similar investments. The managers seek to identify companies that have the prospect for strong sales and earnings growth rates, that enjoy a competitive advantage and that they believe have effective management with a history of making investments that are in the best interests of shareholders (for example, companies with a history of earnings and sales growth that are in excess of total asset growth).
The investment seeks total return, consisting of current income and capital appreciation. The fund invests at least 60% of its net assets in municipal securities that pay interest exempt from federal income tax, but not necessarily the federal alternative minimum tax; up to 40% of its net assets in municipal securities that pay interest subject to federal AMT; up to 40% of its total assets in below investment-grade municipal securities; up to 20% of its total assets in inverse floaters; and up to 10% of its net assets in corporate debt securities.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests at least 80% of its total assets in equity securities of large-capitalization companies and up to 25% of the fund's total assets in equity securities of foreign issuers through ADRs and similar investments. It invests principally in equity securities of large-capitalization companies that the advisor believes offer the potential for capital growth. The advisor defines large-capitalization companies as those with market capitalizations within the range of the Russell 1000 Index at the time of purchase.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets in equity securities of small- and medium-capitalization companies; and up to 25% of the fund's total assets in equity securities of foreign issuers through ADRs and similar investments. The managers seek to identify companies that have the prospect for strong sales and earnings growth rates, that enjoy a competitive advantage and that they believe have effective management with a history of making investments that are in the best interests of shareholders.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets in equity securities of small- and medium-capitalization companies; and up to 25% of the fund's total assets in equity securities of foreign issuers through ADRs and similar investments. The managers seek to identify companies that have the prospect for strong sales and earnings growth rates, that enjoy a competitive advantage and that they believe have effective management with a history of making investments that are in the best interests of shareholders.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in equity securities. It is a fund-of-funds that invests in various affiliated mutual funds employing a "multi-style" equity investment approach designed to reduce the price and return volatility of the fund and to provide more consistent returns. The fund may invest in Wells Fargo Master Portfolios, in other Wells Fargo Funds, or directly in securities.
The investment seeks total return over time, consistent with its strategic target asset allocation. The fund is a fund of funds that invests in various master portfolios ("underlying funds"), which in turn, invest in a combination of securities to gain exposure to equity and fixed income asset classes. It gradually reduces its potential market risk exposures over time by generally re-allocating its assets among these asset classes, consistent with increasingly conservative strategic target allocations. The fund is primarily designed for investors expecting to retire andu002For begin gradually withdrawing funds around its target date of 2030.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets in equity securities of small- and medium-capitalization companies; and up to 25% of the fund's total assets in equity securities of foreign issuers through ADRs and similar investments. The managers seek to identify companies that have the prospect for strong sales and earnings growth rates, that enjoy a competitive advantage and that they believe have effective management with a history of making investments that are in the best interests of shareholders.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets in equity securities of small- and medium-capitalization companies; and up to 25% of the fund's total assets in equity securities of foreign issuers through ADRs and similar investments. The managers seek to identify companies that have the prospect for strong sales and earnings growth rates, that enjoy a competitive advantage and that they believe have effective management with a history of making investments that are in the best interests of shareholders.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests at least 80% of the fund's net assets in equity securities of foreign issuers. It invests up to 30% of the fund's total assets in emerging market equity securities; and in securities of at least three different countries including the U.S. The types of securities in which the fund normally invests include common stock, preferred stock, rights, warrants and American Depositary Receipts (ADRs).
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in equity securities of foreign issuers, and up to 20% of the fund's total assets in emerging market equity securities. It invests principally in the equity securities of foreign issuers through the use of three different styles of international equity management. The fund invests primarily in developed countries, but may invest in emerging market countries and may invest in equity securities of any market capitalization.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests at least 80% of the fund's net assets in equity securities of foreign issuers. It invests up to 30% of the fund's total assets in emerging market equity securities; and in securities of at least three different countries including the U.S. The types of securities in which the fund normally invests include common stock, preferred stock, rights, warrants and American Depositary Receipts (ADRs).
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests at least 80% of the fund's net assets in equity securities of foreign issuers. It invests up to 30% of the fund's total assets in emerging market equity securities; and in securities of at least three different countries including the U.S. The types of securities in which the fund normally invests include common stock, preferred stock, rights, warrants and American Depositary Receipts (ADRs).
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests at least 80% of the fund's net assets in equity securities of foreign issuers. It invests up to 30% of the fund's total assets in emerging market equity securities; and in securities of at least three different countries including the U.S. The types of securities in which the fund normally invests include common stock, preferred stock, rights, warrants and American Depositary Receipts (ADRs).
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in equity securities of medium-capitalization companies; and up to 25% of the fund's total assets in equity securities of foreign issuers through ADRs and similar investments. The managers seek to identify companies that have the prospect for strong sales and earnings growth rates, that enjoy a competitive advantage and that they believe have effective management with a history of making investments that are in the best interests of shareholders.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests at least 80% of the fund's net assets in equity securities of foreign issuers. It invests up to 30% of the fund's total assets in emerging market equity securities; and in securities of at least three different countries including the U.S. The types of securities in which the fund normally invests include common stock, preferred stock, rights, warrants and American Depositary Receipts (ADRs).
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests at least 80% of the fund's net assets in equity securities of foreign issuers. It invests up to 30% of the fund's total assets in emerging market equity securities; and in securities of at least three different countries including the U.S. The types of securities in which the fund normally invests include common stock, preferred stock, rights, warrants and American Depositary Receipts (ADRs).
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of the fund's total assets in equity securities of foreign issuers of any market capitalization; and up to 20% of the fund's total assets in emerging market equity securities. The fund is a feeder fund that invests substantially all of its assets in the International Value Portfolio, a master portfolio with a substantially identical investment objective and substantially similar investment strategies.
The investment seeks total return over time, consistent with its strategic target asset allocation. The fund is a fund of funds that invests in various master portfolios ("underlying funds"), which in turn, invest in a combination of securities to gain exposure to equity and fixed income asset classes. It gradually reduces its potential market risk exposures over time by generally re-allocating its assets among these asset classes, consistent with increasingly conservative strategic target allocations. The fund is primarily designed for investors who retired andu002For began to gradually withdraw funds around its target date of 2015.
The investment seeks total return over time, consistent with its strategic target asset allocation. The fund is a fund of funds that invests in various master portfolios ("underlying funds"), which in turn, invest in a combination of securities to gain exposure to equity and fixed income asset classes. It gradually reduces its potential market risk exposures over time by generally re-allocating its assets among these asset classes, consistent with increasingly conservative strategic target allocations. The fund is primarily designed for investors expecting to retire andu002For begin gradually withdrawing funds around its target date of 2045.
The investment seeks total return, consisting of capital appreciation and current income. The fund seeks to achieve its investment objective by allocating up to 75% of its assets to equity securities and up to 45% of its assets to fixed income securities. Its "neutral" allocation is as follows: 65% of the fund's total assets in stock funds; and 35% of the fund's total assets in bond funds. The fund is a fund-of-funds that invests in various affiliated mutual funds employing a multi-asset, multi-style investment approach designed to reduce the price and return volatility of the fund and to provide more consistent returns.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests at least 80% of its total assets in equity securities of small-capitalization companies, which the managers define as securities of companies with market capitalization within the range of the Russell 2000 Index; and up to 25% of its total assets in equity securities of foreign issuers through ADRs and similar investments. It is a feeder fund that invests substantially all of its assets in the Emerging Growth Portfolio, a master portfolio with a substantially identical investment objective and substantially similar investment strategies.
The investment seeks total return over time, consistent with its strategic target asset allocation. The fund is a fund of funds that invests in various master portfolios ("underlying funds"), which in turn, invest in a combination of securities to gain exposure to equity and fixed income asset classes. It gradually reduces its potential market risk exposures over time by generally re-allocating its assets among these asset classes, consistent with increasingly conservative strategic target allocations. The fund is primarily designed for investors expecting to retire andu002For begin gradually withdrawing funds around its target date of 2025.
The investment seeks total return, consisting of capital appreciation and current income. The fund seeks to achieve its investment objective by allocating up to 75% of its assets to equity securities and up to 45% of its assets to fixed income securities. Its "neutral" allocation is as follows: 65% of the fund's total assets in stock funds; and 35% of the fund's total assets in bond funds. The fund is a fund-of-funds that invests in various affiliated mutual funds employing a multi-asset, multi-style investment approach designed to reduce the price and return volatility of the fund and to provide more consistent returns.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets in equity securities of medium-capitalization companies. It invests principally in equity securities of medium-capitalization companies, which the manager defines as securities of companies with market capitalizations within the range of the Russell Midcap Index at the time of purchase.
The investment seeks total return over time, consistent with its strategic target asset allocation. The fund is a fund of funds that invests in various master portfolios ("underlying funds"), which in turn, invest in a combination of securities to gain exposure to equity and fixed income asset classes. It gradually reduces its potential market risk exposures over time by generally re-allocating its assets among these asset classes, consistent with increasingly conservative strategic target allocations. The fund is primarily designed for investors expecting to retire andu002For begin gradually withdrawing funds around its target date of 2025.
The investment seeks total return, consisting of a high level of current income and capital appreciation. The fund invests normally at least 80% of its net assets in below investment-grade corporate debt securities and up to 25% of its total assets in U.S. dollar-denominated debt securities of foreign issuers. It invests principally in below investment-grade debt securities (often called "high-yield" securities or "junk bonds") of corporate issuers. These include traditional corporate bonds as well as bank loans. These securities may have fixed, floating or variable rates.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests primarily in common stocks of small capitalization companies that the advisor believes have the potential for capital appreciation. Small capitalization companies are defined as those with market capitalizations of $2 billion or less at the time of purchase. Under normal circumstances, it will invest at least 80% of its net assets plus any borrowing for investment purpses in common stocks of small capitalization companies.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in equity securities of foreign issuers, and up to 20% of the fund's total assets in emerging market equity securities. It invests principally in the equity securities of foreign issuers through the use of three different styles of international equity management. The fund invests primarily in developed countries, but may invest in emerging market countries and may invest in equity securities of any market capitalization.
The investment seeks to replicate the total return of the S&P 500 Index, before fees and expenses. The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in a diversified portfolio of equity securities designed to replicate the holdings and weightings of the stocks comprising the S&P 500 Index. It is a feeder fund that invests substantially all of its assets in the index Portfolio, a master portfolio with a substantially identical investment objective and substantially similar investment strategies.
The investment seeks to replicate the total return of the S&P 500 Index, before fees and expenses. The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in a diversified portfolio of equity securities designed to replicate the holdings and weightings of the stocks comprising the S&P 500 Index. It is a feeder fund that invests substantially all of its assets in the index Portfolio, a master portfolio with a substantially identical investment objective and substantially similar investment strategies.
The investment seeks to replicate the total return of the S&P 500 Index, before fees and expenses. The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in a diversified portfolio of equity securities designed to replicate the holdings and weightings of the stocks comprising the S&P 500 Index. It is a feeder fund that invests substantially all of its assets in the index Portfolio, a master portfolio with a substantially identical investment objective and substantially similar investment strategies.
The investment seeks total return, consisting of current income and capital appreciation. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets in debt securities. It invests up to 35% of its total assets in debt securities that are below investment-grade and up to 25% of its total assets in debt securities of foreign issuers, including emerging markets issuers and debt securities denominated in foreign currencies. The fund invests principally in debt securities, including corporate, mortgage- and asset-backed securities, bank loans, foreign sovereign debt, supranational agencies, and U.S. government obligations.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in equity securities of foreign issuers, and up to 20% of the fund's total assets in emerging market equity securities. It invests principally in the equity securities of foreign issuers through the use of three different styles of international equity management. The fund invests primarily in developed countries, but may invest in emerging market countries and may invest in equity securities of any market capitalization.
The investment seeks current income exempt from federal income tax. The fund invests at least 80% of the fund's net assets in municipal securities whose interest is exempt from federal income tax, including federal alternative minimum tax (AMT). It invests up to 15% of the fund's total assets in below investment-grade municipal securities. While the fund may purchase securities of any maturity, under normal circumstances, the advisor expects the fund's dollar-weighted average effective maturity to be between 3 and 10 years.
The investment seeks to replicate as closely as possible the performance of the Wilshire 5000 Index SM before the deduction of index fund expenses. The fund invests at least 80% of its assets in the common stock of companies included in the index that are representative of the index. It uses enhanced "stratified sampling" techniques in an attempt to replicate the performance of the index. The fund normally holds stocks representing at least 90% of the total market value of the index.
The investment seeks total return over time, consistent with its strategic target asset allocation. The fund is a fund of funds that invests in various master portfolios ("underlying funds"), which in turn, invest in a combination of securities to gain exposure to equity and fixed income asset classes. It gradually reduces its potential market risk exposures over time by generally re-allocating its assets among these asset classes, consistent with increasingly conservative strategic target allocations. The fund is primarily designed for investors expecting to retire andu002For begin gradually withdrawing funds around its target date of 2030.
The investment seeks total return over time, consistent with its strategic target asset allocation. The fund is a fund of funds that invests in various master portfolios ("underlying funds"), which in turn, invest in a combination of securities to gain exposure to equity and fixed income asset classes. It gradually reduces its potential market risk exposures over time by generally re-allocating its assets among these asset classes, consistent with increasingly conservative strategic target allocations. The fund is primarily designed for investors expecting to retire andu002For begin gradually withdrawing funds around its target date of 2020.
The investment seeks total return over time, consistent with its strategic target asset allocation. The fund is a fund of funds that invests in various master portfolios ("underlying funds"), which in turn, invest in a combination of securities to gain exposure to equity and fixed income asset classes. It gradually reduces its potential market risk exposures over time by generally re-allocating its assets among these asset classes, consistent with increasingly conservative strategic target allocations. The fund is primarily designed for investors who retired andu002For began to gradually withdraw funds around its target date of 2010.
The investment seeks total return over time, consistent with its strategic target asset allocation. The fund is a fund of funds that invests in various master portfolios ("underlying funds"), which in turn, invest in a combination of securities to gain exposure to equity and fixed income asset classes. It gradually reduces its potential market risk exposures over time by generally re-allocating its assets among these asset classes, consistent with increasingly conservative strategic target allocations. The fund is primarily designed for investors expecting to retire andu002For begin gradually withdrawing funds around its target date of 2030.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in equity securities of large-capitalization companies and up to 10% of the fund's total assets in equity securities of foreign issuers, including ADRs and similar investments. It invests principally in equity securities of large-capitalization companies, which the advisor defines as companies with market capitalizations within the range of the S&P 500 Index at the time of purchase.
The investment seeks total return over time, consistent with its strategic target asset allocation. The fund is a fund of funds that invests in various master portfolios ("underlying funds"), which in turn, invest in a combination of securities to gain exposure to the following asset classes: equity and fixed income (including money market securities). The fund's investment strategy is to diversify the fund's investments among these asset classes. The "Today" designation in the fund's name is meant to indicate that the fund is primarily designed for investors either in retirement andu002For currently gradually withdrawing funds from their investments.
The investment seeks total return over time, consistent with its strategic target asset allocation. The fund is a fund of funds that invests in various master portfolios ("underlying funds"), which in turn, invest in a combination of securities to gain exposure to equity and fixed income asset classes. It gradually reduces its potential market risk exposures over time by generally re-allocating its assets among these asset classes, consistent with increasingly conservative strategic target allocations. The fund is primarily designed for investors expecting to retire andu002For begin gradually withdrawing funds around its target date of 2020.
The investment seeks total return over time, consistent with its strategic target asset allocation. The fund is a fund of funds that invests in various master portfolios ("underlying funds"), which in turn, invest in a combination of securities to gain exposure to equity and fixed income asset classes. It gradually reduces its potential market risk exposures over time by generally re-allocating its assets among these asset classes, consistent with increasingly conservative strategic target allocations. The fund is primarily designed for investors expecting to retire andu002For begin gradually withdrawing funds around its target date of 2020.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in equity securities of large-capitalization companies. It invests principally in equity securities of U.S. large-capitalization companies, which the advisor defines as companies with market capitalizations within the range of the Russell 1000 Index at the time of purchase.
The investment seeks total return over time, consistent with its strategic target asset allocation. The fund is a fund of funds that invests in various master portfolios ("underlying funds"), which in turn, invest in a combination of securities to gain exposure to equity and fixed income asset classes. It gradually reduces its potential market risk exposures over time by generally re-allocating its assets among these asset classes, consistent with increasingly conservative strategic target allocations. The fund is primarily designed for investors expecting to retire andu002For begin gradually withdrawing funds around its target date of 2040.
The investment seeks total return, consisting of current income and capital appreciation. The fund seeks to achieve its investment objective by allocating up to 50% of its assets to equity securities and up to 70% of its assets to fixed income securities. Its "neutral" allocation is as follows: 60% of the fund's total assets in bond funds; and 40% of the fund's total assets in stock funds. The fund is a fund-of-funds that invests in various affiliated mutual funds employing a multi-asset, multi-style investment approach designed to reduce the price and return volatility of the fund and to provide more consistent returns.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets in equity securities of medium-capitalization companies. It invests principally in equity securities of medium-capitalization companies, which the manager defines as securities of companies with market capitalizations within the range of the Russell Midcap Index at the time of purchase.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets in equity securities of medium-capitalization companies. It invests principally in equity securities of medium-capitalization companies, which the manager defines as securities of companies with market capitalizations within the range of the Russell Midcap Index at the time of purchase.
The investment seeks total return over time, consistent with its strategic target asset allocation. The fund is a fund of funds that invests in various master portfolios ("underlying funds"), which in turn, invest in a combination of securities to gain exposure to equity and fixed income asset classes. It gradually reduces its potential market risk exposures over time by generally re-allocating its assets among these asset classes, consistent with increasingly conservative strategic target allocations. The fund is primarily designed for investors expecting to retire andu002For begin gradually withdrawing funds around its target date of 2040.
The investment seeks total return, consisting of current income and capital appreciation. The fund seeks to achieve its investment objective by allocating up to 50% of its assets to equity securities and up to 70% of its assets to fixed income securities. Its "neutral" allocation is as follows: 60% of the fund's total assets in bond funds; and 40% of the fund's total assets in stock funds. The fund is a fund-of-funds that invests in various affiliated mutual funds employing a multi-asset, multi-style investment approach designed to reduce the price and return volatility of the fund and to provide more consistent returns.
The investment seeks total return over time, consistent with its strategic target asset allocation. The fund is a fund of funds that invests in various master portfolios ("underlying funds"), which in turn, invest in a combination of securities to gain exposure to equity and fixed income asset classes. It gradually reduces its potential market risk exposures over time by generally re-allocating its assets among these asset classes, consistent with increasingly conservative strategic target allocations. The fund is primarily designed for investors expecting to retire andu002For begin gradually withdrawing funds around its target date of 2045.
The investment seeks total return over time, consistent with its strategic target asset allocation. The fund is a fund of funds that invests in various master portfolios ("underlying funds"), which in turn, invest in a combination of securities to gain exposure to equity and fixed income asset classes. It gradually reduces its potential market risk exposures over time by generally re-allocating its assets among these asset classes, consistent with increasingly conservative strategic target allocations. The fund is primarily designed for investors who retired andu002For began to gradually withdraw funds around its target date of 2010.
The investment seeks total return over time, consistent with its strategic target asset allocation. The fund is a fund of funds that invests in various master portfolios ("underlying funds"), which in turn, invest in a combination of securities to gain exposure to equity and fixed income asset classes. It gradually reduces its potential market risk exposures over time by generally re-allocating its assets among these asset classes, consistent with increasingly conservative strategic target allocations. The fund is primarily designed for investors expecting to retire andu002For begin gradually withdrawing funds around its target date of 2020.
The investment seeks total return over time, consistent with its strategic target asset allocation. The fund is a fund of funds that invests in various master portfolios ("underlying funds"), which in turn, invest in a combination of securities to gain exposure to equity and fixed income asset classes. It gradually reduces its potential market risk exposures over time by generally re-allocating its assets among these asset classes, consistent with increasingly conservative strategic target allocations. The fund is primarily designed for investors who retired andu002For began to gradually withdraw funds around its target date of 2010.
The investment seeks total return over time, consistent with its strategic target asset allocation. The fund is a fund of funds that invests in various master portfolios ("underlying funds"), which in turn, invest in a combination of securities to gain exposure to the following asset classes: equity and fixed income (including money market securities). The fund's investment strategy is to diversify the fund's investments among these asset classes. The "Today" designation in the fund's name is meant to indicate that the fund is primarily designed for investors either in retirement andu002For currently gradually withdrawing funds from their investments.
The investment seeks total return over time, consistent with its strategic target asset allocation. The fund is a fund of funds that invests in various master portfolios ("underlying funds"), which in turn, invest in a combination of securities to gain exposure to equity and fixed income asset classes. It gradually reduces its potential market risk exposures over time by generally re-allocating its assets among these asset classes, consistent with increasingly conservative strategic target allocations. The fund is primarily designed for investors expecting to retire andu002For begin gradually withdrawing funds around its target date of 2040.
The investment seeks total return over time, consistent with its strategic target asset allocation. The fund is a fund of funds that invests in various master portfolios ("underlying funds"), which in turn, invest in a combination of securities to gain exposure to equity and fixed income asset classes. It gradually reduces its potential market risk exposures over time by generally re-allocating its assets among these asset classes, consistent with increasingly conservative strategic target allocations. The fund is primarily designed for investors expecting to retire andu002For begin gradually withdrawing funds around its target date of 2030.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its total assets in equity securities; and up to 25% of the fund's total assets in equity securities of foreign issuers, including ADRs and similar investments. It may invest in the equity securities of companies of any market capitalization.
The investment seeks total return over time, consistent with its strategic target asset allocation. The fund is a fund of funds that invests in various master portfolios ("underlying funds"), which in turn, invest in a combination of securities to gain exposure to equity and fixed income asset classes. It gradually reduces its potential market risk exposures over time by generally re-allocating its assets among these asset classes, consistent with increasingly conservative strategic target allocations. The fund is primarily designed for investors who retired andu002For began to gradually withdraw funds around its target date of 2010.
The investment seeks total return over time, consistent with its strategic target asset allocation. The fund is a fund of funds that invests in various master portfolios ("underlying funds"), which in turn, invest in a combination of securities to gain exposure to equity and fixed income asset classes. It gradually reduces its potential market risk exposures over time by generally re-allocating its assets among these asset classes, consistent with increasingly conservative strategic target allocations. The fund is primarily designed for investors expecting to retire andu002For begin gradually withdrawing funds around its target date of 2040.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets in equity securities of medium-capitalization companies. It invests principally in equity securities of medium-capitalization companies, which the manager defines as securities of companies with market capitalizations within the range of the Russell Midcap Index at the time of purchase.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets in equity securities of medium-capitalization companies. It invests principally in equity securities of medium-capitalization companies, which the manager defines as securities of companies with market capitalizations within the range of the Russell Midcap Index at the time of purchase.
The investment seeks long-term capital growth. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets in equity securities of large-capitalization companies and up to 20% of the fund's total assets in equity securities of foreign issuers, including ADRs and similar investments. It invests principally in equity securities of large-capitalization companies, which the advisor defines as securities of companies with market capitalizations within the range of the Russell 1000 Index at the time of purchase.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund normally invests at least 80% of the fund's net assets in Asia Pacific Basin equity securities. It invests principally in equity securities of companies in the Asia Pacific Basin. The adviser looks for companies with the potential for above-average sales and earnings growth, overall financial strength, competitive advantages, and capable management. It may use participation notes, which are a type of derivative.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets in equity securities of medium-capitalization companies. It invests principally in equity securities of medium-capitalization companies, which the manager defines as securities of companies with market capitalizations within the range of the Russell Midcap Index at the time of purchase.
The investment seeks total return over time, consistent with its strategic target asset allocation. The fund is a fund of funds that invests in various master portfolios ("underlying funds"), which in turn, invest in a combination of securities to gain exposure to equity and fixed income asset classes. It gradually reduces its potential market risk exposures over time by generally re-allocating its assets among these asset classes, consistent with increasingly conservative strategic target allocations. The fund is primarily designed for investors expecting to retire andu002For begin gradually withdrawing funds around its target date of 2050.
The investment seeks total return over time, consistent with its strategic target asset allocation. The fund is a fund of funds that invests in various master portfolios ("underlying funds"), which in turn, invest in a combination of securities to gain exposure to equity and fixed income asset classes. It gradually reduces its potential market risk exposures over time by generally re-allocating its assets among these asset classes, consistent with increasingly conservative strategic target allocations. The fund is primarily designed for investors expecting to retire andu002For begin gradually withdrawing funds around its target date of 2035.
The investment seeks total return over time, consistent with its strategic target asset allocation. The fund is a fund of funds that invests in various master portfolios ("underlying funds"), which in turn, invest in a combination of securities to gain exposure to equity and fixed income asset classes. It gradually reduces its potential market risk exposures over time by generally re-allocating its assets among these asset classes, consistent with increasingly conservative strategic target allocations. The fund is primarily designed for investors expecting to retire andu002For begin gradually withdrawing funds around its target date of 2050.
The investment seeks total return over time, consistent with its strategic target asset allocation. The fund is a fund of funds that invests in various master portfolios ("underlying funds"), which in turn, invest in a combination of securities to gain exposure to equity and fixed income asset classes. It gradually reduces its potential market risk exposures over time by generally re-allocating its assets among these asset classes, consistent with increasingly conservative strategic target allocations. The fund is primarily designed for investors expecting to retire andu002For begin gradually withdrawing funds around its target date of 2050.
The investment seeks total return over time, consistent with its strategic target asset allocation. The fund is a fund of funds that invests in various master portfolios ("underlying funds"), which in turn, invest in a combination of securities to gain exposure to equity and fixed income asset classes. It gradually reduces its potential market risk exposures over time by generally re-allocating its assets among these asset classes, consistent with increasingly conservative strategic target allocations. The fund is primarily designed for investors expecting to retire andu002For begin gradually withdrawing funds around its target date of 2050.
The investment seeks total return over time, consistent with its strategic target asset allocation. The fund is a fund of funds that invests in various master portfolios ("underlying funds"), which in turn, invest in a combination of securities to gain exposure to equity and fixed income asset classes. It gradually reduces its potential market risk exposures over time by generally re-allocating its assets among these asset classes, consistent with increasingly conservative strategic target allocations. The fund is primarily designed for investors expecting to retire andu002For begin gradually withdrawing funds around its target date of 2045.
The investment seeks total return over time, consistent with its strategic target asset allocation. The fund is a fund of funds that invests in various master portfolios ("underlying funds"), which in turn, invest in a combination of securities to gain exposure to equity and fixed income asset classes. It gradually reduces its potential market risk exposures over time by generally re-allocating its assets among these asset classes, consistent with increasingly conservative strategic target allocations. The fund is primarily designed for investors expecting to retire andu002For begin gradually withdrawing funds around its target date of 2035.
The investment seeks total return over time, consistent with its strategic target asset allocation. The fund is a fund of funds that invests in various master portfolios ("underlying funds"), which in turn, invest in a combination of securities to gain exposure to equity and fixed income asset classes. It gradually reduces its potential market risk exposures over time by generally re-allocating its assets among these asset classes, consistent with increasingly conservative strategic target allocations. The fund is primarily designed for investors expecting to retire andu002For begin gradually withdrawing funds around its target date of 2045.
The investment seeks total return over time, consistent with its strategic target asset allocation. The fund is a fund of funds that invests in various master portfolios ("underlying funds"), which in turn, invest in a combination of securities to gain exposure to equity and fixed income asset classes. It gradually reduces its potential market risk exposures over time by generally re-allocating its assets among these asset classes, consistent with increasingly conservative strategic target allocations. The fund is primarily designed for investors expecting to retire andu002For begin gradually withdrawing funds around its target date of 2035.
The investment seeks total return over time, consistent with its strategic target asset allocation. The fund is a fund of funds that invests in various master portfolios ("underlying funds"), which in turn, invest in a combination of securities to gain exposure to equity and fixed income asset classes. It gradually reduces its potential market risk exposures over time by generally re-allocating its assets among these asset classes, consistent with increasingly conservative strategic target allocations. The fund is primarily designed for investors expecting to retire andu002For begin gradually withdrawing funds around its target date of 2045.
The investment seeks total return over time, consistent with its strategic target asset allocation. The fund is a fund of funds that invests in various master portfolios ("underlying funds"), which in turn, invest in a combination of securities to gain exposure to the following asset classes: equity and fixed income (including money market securities). The fund's investment strategy is to diversify the fund's investments among these asset classes. The "Today" designation in the fund's name is meant to indicate that the fund is primarily designed for investors either in retirement andu002For currently gradually withdrawing funds from their investments.
The investment seeks current income exempt from federal income tax. The fund invests at least 80% of the fund's net assets in municipal securities whose interest is exempt from federal income tax, including federal alternative minimum tax (AMT). It invests up to 15% of the fund's total assets in below investment-grade municipal securities. While the fund may purchase securities of any maturity, under normal circumstances, the advisor expects the fund's dollar-weighted average effective maturity to be between 3 and 10 years.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of the fund's total assets in equity securities of foreign issuers of any market capitalization; and up to 20% of the fund's total assets in emerging market equity securities. The fund is a feeder fund that invests substantially all of its assets in the International Value Portfolio, a master portfolio with a substantially identical investment objective and substantially similar investment strategies.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in equity securities of small-capitalization companies. It is a feeder fund that invests substantially all of its assets in the Small Company Growth Portfolio, a master portfolio with a substantially identical investment objective and substantially similar investment strategies. The fund invests principally in equity securities of small-capitalization companies, which the managers define as companies with market capitalizations within the range of the Russell 2000 Index at the time of purchase.
The investment seeks total return over time, consistent with its strategic target asset allocation. The fund is a fund of funds that invests in various master portfolios ("underlying funds"), which in turn, invest in a combination of securities to gain exposure to equity and fixed income asset classes. It gradually reduces its potential market risk exposures over time by generally re-allocating its assets among these asset classes, consistent with increasingly conservative strategic target allocations. The fund is primarily designed for investors who retired andu002For began to gradually withdraw funds around its target date of 2015.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund normally invests at least 80% of the fund's net assets (plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes, if any) in equity securities of small-capitalization companies. It invests principally in equity securities of small-capitalization companies, which the advisor defines as companies within the range of the Russell 2500 Index at the time of purchase.
The investment seeks current income consistent with capital preservation. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets in debt securities. It invests up to 25% of its total assets in debt securities of foreign issuers and up to 25% of the funds total assets in below investment-grade debt securities. The fund invests in both investment-grade and below investment-grade debt securities (often called high yield securities or junk bonds) and may also invest in debt securities of foreign issuers. It may invest in a variety of debt securities, including corporate, mortgage- and asset-backed securities, bank loans and U.S. government obligations.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund normally invests at least 80% of the fund's net assets (plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes, if any) in equity securities of small-capitalization companies. It invests principally in equity securities of small-capitalization companies, which the advisor defines as companies within the range of the Russell 2500 Index at the time of purchase.
The investment seeks to provide investment results that correspond to the total return performance of publicly-traded common stocks in the aggregate, as represented by the Standard & Poor's 500 Index. The fund is a "feeder" fund that invests all of its assets in the Master Portfolio of MIP, which has the same investment objective and strategies as the fund. At least 90% of the value of the fund's assets is invested in securities comprising the S&P 500 Index. The percentage of the fund's assets invested in a given stock is approximately the same as the percentage such stock represents in the S&P 500 Index.
The investment seeks total return over time, consistent with its strategic target asset allocation. The fund is a fund of funds that invests in various master portfolios ("underlying funds"), which in turn, invest in a combination of securities to gain exposure to equity and fixed income asset classes. It gradually reduces its potential market risk exposures over time by generally re-allocating its assets among these asset classes, consistent with increasingly conservative strategic target allocations. The fund is primarily designed for investors who retired andu002For began to gradually withdraw funds around its target date of 2015.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund normally invests at least 80% of the fund's net assets (plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes, if any) in equity securities of small-capitalization companies. It invests principally in equity securities of small-capitalization companies, which the advisor defines as companies within the range of the Russell 2500 Index at the time of purchase.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests: at least 80% of the fund's net assets in equity securities of technology companies; up to 50% of the fund's total assets in equity securities of foreign issuers, including up to 15% of the fund's total assets in equity securities of emerging markets issuers, directly or through ADRs and similar investments; up to 25% of the fund's total assets in any one foreign country, although investments in Japan may exceed this limitation. It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests: at least 80% of the fund's net assets in equity securities of small-capitalization companies; and up to 30% of the fund's total assets in equity securities of foreign issuers, including ADRs and similar investments. It invests principally in equity securities of small-capitalization companies, which the advisor defines as companies with market capitalizations within the range of the Russell 2500 Index at the time of purchase.
The investment seeks current income exempt from federal income tax. The fund invests at least 80% of the fund's net assets in municipal securities whose interest is exempt from federal income tax, including federal alternative minimum tax (AMT). It invests up to 15% of the fund's total assets in below investment-grade municipal securities. While the fund may purchase securities of any maturity, under normal circumstances, the advisor expects the fund's dollar-weighted average effective maturity to be between 3 and 10 years.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests: at least 80% of the fund's net assets in equity securities of technology companies; up to 50% of the fund's total assets in equity securities of foreign issuers, including up to 15% of the fund's total assets in equity securities of emerging markets issuers, directly or through ADRs and similar investments; up to 25% of the fund's total assets in any one foreign country, although investments in Japan may exceed this limitation. It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests: at least 80% of the fund's net assets in equity securities of technology companies; up to 50% of the fund's total assets in equity securities of foreign issuers, including up to 15% of the fund's total assets in equity securities of emerging markets issuers, directly or through ADRs and similar investments; up to 25% of the fund's total assets in any one foreign country, although investments in Japan may exceed this limitation. It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks current income exempt from federal income tax. The fund invests at least 80% of the fund's net assets in municipal securities whose interest is exempt from federal income tax, including federal alternative minimum tax (AMT). It invests up to 15% of the fund's total assets in below investment-grade municipal securities. While the fund may purchase securities of any maturity, under normal circumstances, the advisor expects the fund's dollar-weighted average effective maturity to be between 3 and 10 years.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests: at least 80% of the fund's net assets in equity securities of technology companies; up to 50% of the fund's total assets in equity securities of foreign issuers, including up to 15% of the fund's total assets in equity securities of emerging markets issuers, directly or through ADRs and similar investments; up to 25% of the fund's total assets in any one foreign country, although investments in Japan may exceed this limitation. It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks total return over time, consistent with its strategic target asset allocation. The fund is a fund of funds that invests in various master portfolios ("underlying funds"), which in turn, invest in a combination of securities to gain exposure to equity and fixed income asset classes. It gradually reduces its potential market risk exposures over time by generally re-allocating its assets among these asset classes, consistent with increasingly conservative strategic target allocations. The fund is primarily designed for investors expecting to retire andu002For begin gradually withdrawing funds around its target date of 2025.
The investment seeks total return over time, consistent with its strategic target asset allocation. The fund is a fund of funds that invests in various master portfolios ("underlying funds"), which in turn, invest in a combination of securities to gain exposure to equity and fixed income asset classes. It gradually reduces its potential market risk exposures over time by generally re-allocating its assets among these asset classes, consistent with increasingly conservative strategic target allocations. The fund is primarily designed for investors expecting to retire andu002For begin gradually withdrawing funds around its target date of 2025.
The investment seeks total return over time, consistent with its strategic target asset allocation. The fund is a fund of funds that invests in various master portfolios ("underlying funds"), which in turn, invest in a combination of securities to gain exposure to equity and fixed income asset classes. It gradually reduces its potential market risk exposures over time by generally re-allocating its assets among these asset classes, consistent with increasingly conservative strategic target allocations. The fund is primarily designed for investors expecting to retire andu002For begin gradually withdrawing funds around its target date of 2020.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of the fund's total assets in equity securities of foreign issuers of any market capitalization; and up to 20% of the fund's total assets in emerging market equity securities. The fund is a feeder fund that invests substantially all of its assets in the International Value Portfolio, a master portfolio with a substantially identical investment objective and substantially similar investment strategies.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of the fund's total assets in equity securities of foreign issuers of any market capitalization; and up to 20% of the fund's total assets in emerging market equity securities. The fund is a feeder fund that invests substantially all of its assets in the International Value Portfolio, a master portfolio with a substantially identical investment objective and substantially similar investment strategies.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of the fund's total assets in equity securities of foreign issuers of any market capitalization; and up to 20% of the fund's total assets in emerging market equity securities. The fund is a feeder fund that invests substantially all of its assets in the International Value Portfolio, a master portfolio with a substantially identical investment objective and substantially similar investment strategies.
The investment seeks total return over time, consistent with its strategic target asset allocation. The fund is a fund of funds that invests in various master portfolios ("underlying funds"), which in turn, invest in a combination of securities to gain exposure to equity and fixed income asset classes. It gradually reduces its potential market risk exposures over time by generally re-allocating its assets among these asset classes, consistent with increasingly conservative strategic target allocations. The fund is primarily designed for investors expecting to retire andu002For begin gradually withdrawing funds around its target date of 2050.
The investment seeks capital appreciation with a secondary emphasis on current income. The fund is a fund-of-funds that invests in various affiliated mutual funds, unaffiliated mutual funds, and exchange-traded funds ("underlying funds") to pursue its investment objective. It seeks to achieve the fund's investment objective by allocating up to 90% of its assets to stock funds, up to 25% of its assets to bond funds and up to 20% of its assets to alternative investment funds. The fund invests 80% of its total assets in stock funds; 15% of its total assets in bond funds; and 5% of its total assets in alternative investment funds.
The investment seeks capital appreciation with a secondary emphasis on current income. The fund is a fund-of-funds that invests in various affiliated mutual funds, unaffiliated mutual funds, and exchange-traded funds ("underlying funds") to pursue its investment objective. It seeks to achieve the fund's investment objective by allocating up to 90% of its assets to stock funds, up to 25% of its assets to bond funds and up to 20% of its assets to alternative investment funds. The fund invests 80% of its total assets in stock funds; 15% of its total assets in bond funds; and 5% of its total assets in alternative investment funds.
The investment seeks a combination of capital appreciation and current income. The fund is a fund-of-funds that invests in various affiliated mutual funds, unaffiliated mutual funds, and exchange-traded funds ("underlying funds") to pursue its investment objective. It seeks to achieve the fund's investment objective by allocating up to 70% of its assets to stock funds, up to 45% of its assets to bond funds and up to 20% of its assets to alternative investment funds. The fund invests 60% of its total assets in stock funds; 35% of its total assets in bond funds; and 5% of its total assets in alternative investment funds.
The investment seeks a combination of capital appreciation and current income. The fund is a fund-of-funds that invests in various affiliated mutual funds, unaffiliated mutual funds, and exchange-traded funds ("underlying funds") to pursue its investment objective. It seeks to achieve the fund's investment objective by allocating up to 70% of its assets to stock funds, up to 45% of its assets to bond funds and up to 20% of its assets to alternative investment funds. The fund invests 60% of its total assets in stock funds; 35% of its total assets in bond funds; and 5% of its total assets in alternative investment funds.
The investment seeks a combination of capital appreciation and current income. The fund is a fund-of-funds that invests in various affiliated mutual funds, unaffiliated mutual funds, and exchange-traded funds ("underlying funds") to pursue its investment objective. It seeks to achieve the fund's investment objective by allocating up to 70% of its assets to stock funds, up to 45% of its assets to bond funds and up to 20% of its assets to alternative investment funds. The fund invests 60% of its total assets in stock funds; 35% of its total assets in bond funds; and 5% of its total assets in alternative investment funds.
The investment seeks capital appreciation with a secondary emphasis on current income. The fund is a fund-of-funds that invests in various affiliated mutual funds, unaffiliated mutual funds, and exchange-traded funds ("underlying funds") to pursue its investment objective. It seeks to achieve the fund's investment objective by allocating up to 90% of its assets to stock funds, up to 25% of its assets to bond funds and up to 20% of its assets to alternative investment funds. The fund invests 80% of its total assets in stock funds; 15% of its total assets in bond funds; and 5% of its total assets in alternative investment funds.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests at least 80% of its total assets in equity securities and up to 25% of the fund's total assets in equity securities of foreign issuers through ADRs and similar investments. It invests principally in equity securities of companies that the advisor believes have prospects for robust and sustainable growth of revenues and earnings. The fund may invest in the equity securities of companies of any market capitalization.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. Under normal market conditions, the fund invests at least 80% of its total assets in a diversified portfolio of equity securities, including common stocks and other forms of equity investments (e.g., securities convertible into common stocks), issued by companies of all sizes worldwide, that the Adviser believes have above-average growth, profitability and quality characteristics. Under normal market conditions, at least 40% of the fund's assets will be invested in companies located outside the United States.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. Under normal market conditions, the fund invests at least 80% of its total assets in a diversified portfolio of equity securities, including common stocks and other forms of equity investments (e.g., securities convertible into common stocks), issued by companies of all sizes worldwide, that the Adviser believes have above-average growth, profitability and quality characteristics. Under normal market conditions, at least 40% of the fund's assets will be invested in companies located outside the United States.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital while providing current income. The fund invests primarily in common stocks of well-established companies located around the world, many of which have the potential to pay dividends. It invests, on a global basis, in common stocks that are denominated in U.S. dollars or other currencies. Under normal market circumstances, the fund will invest a significant portion of its assets in securities of issuers domiciled outside the United States, including those based in developing countries.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital; income is a secondary consideration. The fund normally invests at least 65% of its net assets in the equity securities of growing companies. It may invest up to 20% of its total assets at the time of purchase in securities issued by foreign companies in developed markets, emerging markets, or frontier markets. Securities issued by companies incorporated outside the United States whose securities are principally traded in the United States are not defined as foreign companies and are not subject to this limitation.
The investment seeks current income. The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in U.S. government obligations and repurchase agreements collateralized by U.S. government obligations; and up to 20% of the fund's net assets in non-government investment-grade debt securities. It invests principally in U.S. government obligations, including debt securities issued or guaranteed by the U.S. Treasury, U.S. government agencies or government-sponsored entities.
The investment seeks current income. The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in U.S. government obligations and repurchase agreements collateralized by U.S. government obligations; and up to 20% of the fund's net assets in non-government investment-grade debt securities. It invests principally in U.S. government obligations, including debt securities issued or guaranteed by the U.S. Treasury, U.S. government agencies or government-sponsored entities.
The investment seeks to maximize total return, consistent with prudent investment management. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets in U.S. dollar denominated debt or fixed income securities that are rated below investment grade at the time of purchase by one or more Nationally Recognized Statistical Rating Organizations or are of a comparable quality as determined by the subadviser. The fund managers consider securities that are rated below the Baa or BBB categories to be rated below investment grade. The fund may also enter into various exchange-traded and over-the-counter derivative transactions for both hedging and non-hedging purposes.
The investment seeks to provide current income; long-term capital appreciation is a secondary objective. Under normal circumstances, the fund seeks to meet its investment objectives by investing generally more than 80% of its net assets, plus any borrowings for investment purposes, in dividend-paying andu002For interest-bearing securities. The fund aims to invest in securities of companies with a strong and improving cash flow sufficient to support a sustainable or rising income stream for investors.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets, plus any borrowings for investment purposes, in common stocks and other equity securities of large capitalization companies. It generally invests in equity securities of domestic companies, but may also invest in equity securities of foreign companies and American Depositary Receipts ("ADRs"). The fund invests in approximately 40-60 securities that are well diversified among market sectors.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets, plus any borrowings for investment purposes, in equity securities of small- and mid-cap companies. The fund managers consider small- and mid-cap companies to be those companies within the market capitalization range of the Russell 2500 Index at the time of initial purchase. The equity securities in which the fund invests are primarily common stocks, but may also include shares of ETFs, REITs, royalty trusts, and master limited partnerships ("MLPs").
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets, plus any borrowings for investment purposes, in equity securities of small-cap companies. The manager considers small-cap companies to be those companies within the market capitalization range of the Russell 2000 Index at the time of initial purchase. The equity securities in which the fund invests are primarily common stocks, but may also include shares of exchange-traded funds ("ETFs"), real estate investment trusts, royalty trusts, and master limited partnerships.
The investment seeks to provide total return through a combination of high current income and capital appreciation. The fund invests primarily in a diversified portfolio of high-yield, high-risk, fixed-income securities, including secured and unsecured loan assignments, loan participations and other loan instruments (loans), of U.S. and foreign issuers, the risks of which are, in the judgment of the adviser consistent with the fund's objective. It may invest up to 100% of its total assets in foreign securities that are denominated in U.S. dollars or foreign currencies.
The investment seeks to provide total return through a combination of high current income and capital appreciation. The fund invests primarily in a diversified portfolio of high-yield, high-risk, fixed-income securities, including secured and unsecured loan assignments, loan participations and other loan instruments (loans), of U.S. and foreign issuers, the risks of which are, in the judgment of the adviser consistent with the fund's objective. It may invest up to 100% of its total assets in foreign securities that are denominated in U.S. dollars or foreign currencies.
The investment seeks to provide total return through a combination of high current income and capital appreciation. The fund invests primarily in a diversified portfolio of high-yield, high-risk, fixed-income securities, including secured and unsecured loan assignments, loan participations and other loan instruments (loans), of U.S. and foreign issuers, the risks of which are, in the judgment of the adviser consistent with the fund's objective. It may invest up to 100% of its total assets in foreign securities that are denominated in U.S. dollars or foreign currencies.
The investment seeks to provide total return through a combination of high current income and capital appreciation. The fund invests primarily in a diversified portfolio of high-yield, high-risk, fixed-income securities, including secured and unsecured loan assignments, loan participations and other loan instruments (loans), of U.S. and foreign issuers, the risks of which are, in the judgment of the adviser consistent with the fund's objective. It may invest up to 100% of its total assets in foreign securities that are denominated in U.S. dollars or foreign currencies.
The investment seeks to provide a rate of return that exceeds the rate of inflation over a business cycle by investing in U.S. Treasury securities with an emphasis on both income and capital appreciation. The fund typically invests at least 90% of the fund's total assets in U.S. Treasury securities and in repurchase agreements collateralized by such securities. It adjusts the average maturity and effective duration of the fund's portfolio based on HIMCO's assessment of multi-year trends in national and international economic conditions.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital; income is a secondary consideration. The fund invests primarily in small growth companies. It will invest at least 80% of the fund's net assets (plus borrowings for investment purposes) in the equity securities of small-capitalization companies. The fund may invest up to 20% of its total assets at the time of purchase in securities issued by foreign companies in developed markets, emerging markets, or frontier markets.
The investment seeks current income and secondarily, capital growth. The fund invests primarily in U.S. investment grade corporate and government fixed income securities, including mortgage and asset backed securities. It normally invests at least 80% of the value of its net assets in fixed income securities. The advisor will select investment grade fixed income securities and unrated securities determined to be of comparable quality, but also may invest up to 5% of the fund's total assets in lower-rated debt securities. The fund normally invests in securities with intermediate maturities, and it seeks to maintain a weighted average maturity of 3 to 5 years.
The investment seeks current income and secondarily, capital growth. The fund invests primarily in U.S. investment grade corporate and government fixed income securities, including mortgage and asset backed securities. It normally invests at least 80% of the value of its net assets in fixed income securities. The advisor will select investment grade fixed income securities and unrated securities determined to be of comparable quality, but also may invest up to 5% of the fund's total assets in lower-rated debt securities. The fund normally invests in securities with intermediate maturities, and it seeks to maintain a weighted average maturity of 3 to 5 years.
The investment seeks to provide current income and secondarily, capital growth. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of the value of its net assets in fixed income securities. The investment advisor will generally select investment grade fixed income securities and unrated securities determined to be of comparable quality, but also may invest up to 15% of the fund's total assets in lower-rated debt securities ("junk bonds"). The fund seeks to maintain a dollar-weighted average maturity of four to ten years.
The investment seeks to provide total return through a combination of current income and capital appreciation. The Portfolio is structured as a fund-of-funds, which means that it seeks to achieve its investment objective by investing its assets, under normal circumstances, in a combination of other mutual funds and exchange-traded funds (collectively, the underlying funds), rather than investing directly in stocks, bonds and other instruments. Under normal circumstances, the Portfolio targets an allocation of approximately 60% of its assets to the underlying fixed income funds and the remaining 40% of its assets to the underlying equity funds.
The investment seeks income exempt from both federal and Colorado state personal income taxes. The fund will invest at least eighty percent (80%) of the value of its net assets, plus any borrowings for investment purposes, in securities, the income from which is exempt from both federal and Colorado state income tax. It focuses primarily on investment-grade quality municipal bonds that are rated in one of the three highest investment-grade categories at the time of purchase by one or more nationally recognized rating agencies such as Moody's or Standard & Poor's. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital; income is a secondary consideration. The fund invests primarily in small companies. It will invest at least 80% of the fund's net assets (plus borrowings for investment purposes) in the equity securities of small-capitalization companies. The fund may invest up to 20% of its total assets at the time of purchase in securities issued by foreign companies in developed markets, emerging markets, or frontier markets.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets in equity securities. It invests primarily in a diversified portfolio of equity securities, including common stocks and other forms of equity investments, issued by foreign large capitalization ("large cap") and medium capitalization ("mid cap") companies, that the advisor believes have above-average growth, profitability and quality characteristics.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. The fund invests primarily in small companies tied economically to emerging markets. It will invest at least 80% of the fund's net assets (plus borrowings for investment purposes) in the equity securities of small-capitalization companies that are tied economically to emerging market countries. The fund may invest a large percentage of its assets in a few sectors, including financials, industrials, information technology, consumer staples, consumer discretionary, health care, and materials. It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets in equity securities. It invests primarily in a diversified portfolio of equity securities, including common stocks and other forms of equity investments, issued by foreign large capitalization ("large cap") and medium capitalization ("mid cap") companies, that the advisor believes have above-average growth, profitability and quality characteristics.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. The fund invests primarily in small and micro-cap foreign and domestic companies. It will invest its assets in the equity securities of foreign and domestic companies with market capitalizations of less than US$5 billion at the time of purchase. The fund may invest a significant amount of its total assets (5% to 50% under normal market conditions) at the time of purchase in securities issued by companies domiciled in emerging and frontier markets.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital; income is a secondary consideration. The fund normally invests at least 65% of its net assets in the equity securities of growing companies. It may invest up to 20% of its total assets at the time of purchase in securities issued by foreign companies in developed markets, emerging markets, or frontier markets. Securities issued by companies incorporated outside the United States whose securities are principally traded in the United States are not defined as foreign companies and are not subject to this limitation.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. The fund invests primarily in domestic and foreign growth companies that the adviser believes are innovators in their respective sectors or industries. It will typically be invested in at least three developed countries, including the U.S. The fund may invest in securities issued by companies domiciled in emerging and frontier markets without limitation. It may invest a large percentage of its assets in a few sectors, including consumer discretionary, consumer staples, energy, financials, health care, industrials, information technology, materials, real estate, telecommunication services, and utilities.
The investment seeks to achieve long-term total rate of return consistent with preservation of capital. Under normal circumstances, the fund will invest at least eighty percent (80%) of the value of its net assets, plus any borrowings for investment purposes, in bonds of varying maturities. Bonds for purposes of this limitation include corporate bonds, convertible bonds, government and agency securities, mortgage-backed securities, asset-backed securities, and zero coupon bonds.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes) in equity securities. It invests primarily in a diversified portfolio of equity securities, including common stocks and other forms of equity investments, issued by foreign large capitalization and medium capitalization companies, that the advisor believes have above-average growth, profitability and quality characteristics.
The investment seeks to achieve long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests primarily in the common stock of approximately 35 to 60 foreign small-cap companies that are trading at a discount to the portfolio management team's estimated intrinsic value of such company with the potential to grow their earnings and cash flows. Under normal circumstances, at least eighty percent (80%) of the value of the fund's net assets, plus any borrowings for investment purposes, is invested in foreign small-cap companies. It primarily invests its assets in common stocks of foreign companies in developed countries.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. The fund invests primarily in foreign growth companies. It will invest its assets in the equity securities of foreign companies with market capitalizations of less than US$5 billion at the time of purchase. The fund may invest a large percentage of its assets in a few sectors, including information technology, industrials, consumer staples, health care, financials, consumer discretionary, and communication services.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. The fund invests primarily in foreign micro-cap companies. It will invest its assets primarily in the equity securities of foreign micro-capitalization companies. The fund may invest a significant amount of its total assets at the time of purchase in securities issued by companies domiciled in emerging markets and frontier markets. It may invest a large percentage of its assets in a few sectors, including information technology, health care, industrials, financials, consumer staples, consumer discretionary, and communication services.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets in stocks of small capitalization ("small cap") companies. It invests primarily in a diversified portfolio of equity securities, including common stocks and other forms of equity investments, issued by foreign small cap companies, that the advisor believes have above-average growth, profitability and quality characteristics. The fund's investments are normally allocated among at least six different countries and no more than 50% of the fund's equity holdings may be invested in securities of issuers in one country at any given time.
The investment seeks capital appreciation and income. Under normal market conditions, the fund will invest its net assets primarily in the equity securities of foreign and domestic companies of all market capitalizations. It will typically invest in securities issued by companies domiciled in at least three countries, including the United States. The fund will invest a significant portion of its total assets in companies domiciled in foreign countries.
The investment seeks to achieve long-term total rate of return consistent with preservation of capital. Under normal circumstances, the fund will invest at least eighty percent (80%) of the value of its net assets plus any borrowings for investment purposes in "high yield" securities. It may invest up to twenty-five percent (25%) in non-U.S. dollar-denominated securities.
The investment seeks to achieve long-term capital appreciation. The fund emphasizes investments in medium-sized, dividend-paying companies that the portfolio management team believes to be undervalued based upon various financial measuresu002Fratios and rigorous company-specific research and analysis. Under normal circumstances, at least eighty percent (80%) of the value of the fund's net assets, plus any borrowings for investment purposes, is invested in medium-sized, dividend-paying companies.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund emphasizes investments in global, large, dividend-paying companies that meet the portfolio management team's investment criteria based on various financial measuresu002Fratios and have improving business prospects due to strong company and industry dynamics. The fund will invest, under normal circumstances, at least eighty percent (80%) of the value of its net assets, plus any borrowings for investment purposes, in stocks of large, well-established, dividend-paying companies, as measured at the time of purchase.
The investment seeks to provide long-term capital appreciation, primarily through a diversified portfolio of non-U.S. equity securities. The fund seeks to achieve its investment goal by investing, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of the value of its net assets in a diversified portfolio of foreign securities including those domiciled in emerging markets. It may invest in common stocks and equity-linked instruments of all capitalizations and exchange-traded funds ("ETFs").
The investment seeks to replicate as closely as possible the performance of the Wilshire 5000 Index SM before the deduction of index fund expenses. The fund invests at least 80% of its assets in the common stock of companies included in the index that are representative of the index. It uses enhanced "stratified sampling" techniques in an attempt to replicate the performance of the index. The fund normally holds stocks representing at least 90% of the total market value of the index.
The investment seeks to provide long-term capital appreciation, primarily through a diversified portfolio of non-U.S. equity securities. The fund seeks to achieve its investment goal by investing, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of the value of its net assets in a diversified portfolio of foreign securities including those domiciled in emerging markets. It may invest in common stocks and equity-linked instruments of all capitalizations and exchange-traded funds ("ETFs").
The investment seeks total return, consisting of current income and capital appreciation. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets in debt securities. It invests up to 35% of its total assets in debt securities that are below investment-grade and up to 25% of its total assets in debt securities of foreign issuers, including emerging markets issuers and debt securities denominated in foreign currencies. The fund invests principally in debt securities, including corporate, mortgage- and asset-backed securities, bank loans, foreign sovereign debt, supranational agencies, and U.S. government obligations.
The investment seeks total return, consisting of current income and capital appreciation. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets in debt securities. It invests up to 35% of its total assets in debt securities that are below investment-grade and up to 25% of its total assets in debt securities of foreign issuers, including emerging markets issuers and debt securities denominated in foreign currencies. The fund invests principally in debt securities, including corporate, mortgage- and asset-backed securities, bank loans, foreign sovereign debt, supranational agencies, and U.S. government obligations.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. The fund, under normal market conditions, invests at least 80% of its assets in the securities of companies engaged in the development, production, or distribution of wireless related products or services. It invests primarily in growth companies whose revenues and earnings are likely to grow faster than the economy as a whole, offering above-average prospects for capital appreciation and little or no emphasis on dividend income. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks current income. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of the value of its net assets in fixed income securities. Its investment advisor will select investment grade fixed income securities and unrated securities determined to be of comparable quality, but also may invest up to 15% of the fund's total assets in lower-rated debt securities ("junk bonds"). The fund normally invests in securities with short maturities, and the fund seeks to maintain a weighted average maturity of three years or less.
The investment seeks to provide shareholders with capital preservation and income. The fund invests primarily in fixed income securities issued for payment by international financial institutions, foreign governments, and agencies of foreign governments in transactions structured to be compliant with the fund's ethical investment guidelines. It does not invest in corporations that derive substantial revenue (defined as more than 5% of total revenue) from alcohol, tobacco, pornography, pork, gambling, hydraulic fracturing, private prisons, or weapons industries as determined by the Adviser.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets in stocks of small capitalization ("small cap") companies. It invests primarily in a diversified portfolio of equity securities, including common stocks and other forms of equity investments, issued by foreign small cap companies, that the advisor believes have above-average growth, profitability and quality characteristics. The fund's investments are normally allocated among at least six different countries and no more than 50% of the fund's equity holdings may be invested in securities of issuers in one country at any given time.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets in stocks of small capitalization ("small cap") companies. It invests primarily in a diversified portfolio of equity securities, including common stocks and other forms of equity investments, issued by foreign small cap companies, that the advisor believes have above-average growth, profitability and quality characteristics. The fund's investments are normally allocated among at least six different countries and no more than 50% of the fund's equity holdings may be invested in securities of issuers in one country at any given time.
The investment seeks to achieve long-term capital appreciation. The fund emphasizes investments in dividend-paying, small companies that the portfolio management team believes to be undervalued based upon various financial measuresu002Fratios and rigorous company-specific research and analysis. Under normal circumstances, at least eighty percent (80%) of the value of the fund's net assets, plus any borrowings for investment purposes, is invested in small-capitalization dividend-paying companies.
The investment seeks current income exempt from federal income tax. The fund invests at least 80% of the fund's net assets in municipal securities whose interest is exempt from federal income tax, including federal alternative minimum tax (AMT). It invests up to 15% of the fund's total assets in below investment-grade municipal securities. While the fund may purchase securities of any maturity, under normal circumstances, the advisor expects the fund's dollar-weighted average effective maturity to be between 3 and 10 years.
The investment seeks to provide current income consistent with preservation of capital. The fund seeks to identify relative value opportunities between these sectors of the fixed-income market. Under normal circumstances, it invests at least 80% of its net assets in bonds with limited-term maturities. Investment-grade debt securities include bonds rated BBB- or higher by S&P Global Ratings, a division of S&P Global, Inc. (S&P), or comparably rated by another nationally recognized statistical rating organization (NRSRO) or, if unrated, determined by the advisor to be of comparable quality.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in equity securities of large-capitalization companies. It invests principally in equity securities of U.S. large-capitalization companies, which the advisor defines as companies with market capitalizations within the range of the Russell 1000 Index at the time of purchase.
The investment seeks to provide investment results of a portfolio of publicly traded common stocks of companies in the applicable sub-category of the Wilshire 5000 Index SM. The Portfolio focuses on the large company growth segment of the U.S. equity market. It invests substantially all of its assets in common stock of companies with larger market capitalizations-within the market capitalization range and composition of the companies composing the Russell 1000 Growth Index. The Portfolio invests in companies that historically have above average earnings, cash flow growth or sales growth and retention of earnings. It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in equity securities of large-capitalization companies. It invests principally in equity securities of U.S. large-capitalization companies, which the advisor defines as companies with market capitalizations within the range of the Russell 1000 Index at the time of purchase.
The investment seeks capital appreciation. The fund invests, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its net assets in equity securities. It invests in companies organized outside of the United States. The fund primarily invests in equity securities of established companies that the subadvisers believe have favorable characteristics and that are listed on foreign exchanges.
The investment seeks to provide investment results of a portfolio of publicly traded common stocks of companies in the applicable sub-category of the Wilshire 5000 Index SM. The fund focuses on the large company value segment of the U.S. equity market. It invests substantially all of its assets in the common stock of companies with larger market capitalizations-within the market capitalization range and composition of the companies composing the Russell 1000 Value Index. The fund invests, generally, in companies with relatively low price to book value ratios, low price to earnings ratios and higher than average dividend yields.
The investment seeks to provide growth of capital. The fund seeks to achieve its objective by investing primarily in a portfolio of common stocks issued by large-capitalization, growth-oriented companies that the manager believes have a competitively advantaged business model, thereby eluding competition, and have the ability to sustain growth over the long term beyond investors expectations. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in large-capitalization companies, which typically are companies with market capitalizations of at least $10 billion at the time of acquisition. It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks to provide growth of capital. The fund seeks to achieve its objective by investing primarily in a portfolio of common stocks issued by large-capitalization, growth-oriented companies that the manager believes have a competitively advantaged business model, thereby eluding competition, and have the ability to sustain growth over the long term beyond investors expectations. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in large-capitalization companies, which typically are companies with market capitalizations of at least $10 billion at the time of acquisition. It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks to provide growth of capital. The fund seeks to achieve its objective by investing primarily in a portfolio of common stocks issued by large-capitalization, growth-oriented companies that the manager believes have a competitively advantaged business model, thereby eluding competition, and have the ability to sustain growth over the long term beyond investors expectations. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in large-capitalization companies, which typically are companies with market capitalizations of at least $10 billion at the time of acquisition. It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks to provide growth of capital. The fund seeks to achieve its objective by investing primarily in a portfolio of common stocks issued by large-capitalization, growth-oriented companies that the manager believes have a competitively advantaged business model, thereby eluding competition, and have the ability to sustain growth over the long term beyond investors expectations. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in large-capitalization companies, which typically are companies with market capitalizations of at least $10 billion at the time of acquisition. It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks to provide growth of capital. The fund seeks to achieve its objective by investing primarily in a portfolio of common stocks issued by large-capitalization, growth-oriented companies that the manager believes have a competitively advantaged business model, thereby eluding competition, and have the ability to sustain growth over the long term beyond investors expectations. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in large-capitalization companies, which typically are companies with market capitalizations of at least $10 billion at the time of acquisition. It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks to provide current income consistent with preservation of capital. The fund seeks to identify relative value opportunities between these sectors of the fixed-income market. Under normal circumstances, it invests at least 80% of its net assets in bonds with limited-term maturities. Investment-grade debt securities include bonds rated BBB- or higher by S&P Global Ratings, a division of S&P Global, Inc. (S&P), or comparably rated by another nationally recognized statistical rating organization (NRSRO) or, if unrated, determined by the advisor to be of comparable quality.
The investment seeks to provide current income consistent with preservation of capital. The fund seeks to identify relative value opportunities between these sectors of the fixed-income market. Under normal circumstances, it invests at least 80% of its net assets in bonds with limited-term maturities. Investment-grade debt securities include bonds rated BBB- or higher by S&P Global Ratings, a division of S&P Global, Inc. (S&P), or comparably rated by another nationally recognized statistical rating organization (NRSRO) or, if unrated, determined by the advisor to be of comparable quality.
The investment seeks capital appreciation. The fund invests, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its net assets in equity securities. It invests in companies organized outside of the United States. The fund primarily invests in equity securities of established companies that the subadvisers believe have favorable characteristics and that are listed on foreign exchanges.
The investment seeks to provide current income consistent with preservation of capital. The fund seeks to identify relative value opportunities between these sectors of the fixed-income market. Under normal circumstances, it invests at least 80% of its net assets in bonds with limited-term maturities. Investment-grade debt securities include bonds rated BBB- or higher by S&P Global Ratings, a division of S&P Global, Inc. (S&P), or comparably rated by another nationally recognized statistical rating organization (NRSRO) or, if unrated, determined by the advisor to be of comparable quality.
The investment seeks to provide total return, through a combination of current income and capital appreciation. The fund has significant flexibility to achieve its investment objective and invests in a broad range of securities, including debt and equity securities in the U.S. and other markets throughout the world, both developed and emerging. Under normal circumstances, it invests at least 60% of its net assets in securities of U.S. issuers. U.S. issuers include the U.S. government and its agencies and instrumentalities. The fund has a neutral allocation of 60% of its total assets in equity securities and 40% of its total assets in debt securities.
The investment seeks to provide the level of current income consistent with preservation of capital and that is not subject to federal income tax. The fund seeks to achieve its objective by investing at least 80% of its net assets in municipal bonds. It mainly invests in municipal bonds of investment grade and of any maturity. Municipal bonds are obligations issued by or on behalf of states, territories and possessions of the United States, the interest on which is excludable from gross income for federal income tax purposes, although a portion of such interest may be an item of tax preference for purposes of the federal alternative minimum tax.
The investment seeks to provide the level of current income consistent with preservation of capital and that is not subject to federal income tax. The fund seeks to achieve its objective by investing at least 80% of its net assets in municipal bonds. It mainly invests in municipal bonds of investment grade and of any maturity. Municipal bonds are obligations issued by or on behalf of states, territories and possessions of the United States, the interest on which is excludable from gross income for federal income tax purposes, although a portion of such interest may be an item of tax preference for purposes of the federal alternative minimum tax.
The investment seeks to provide the level of current income consistent with preservation of capital and that is not subject to federal income tax. The fund seeks to achieve its objective by investing at least 80% of its net assets in municipal bonds. It mainly invests in municipal bonds of investment grade and of any maturity. Municipal bonds are obligations issued by or on behalf of states, territories and possessions of the United States, the interest on which is excludable from gross income for federal income tax purposes, although a portion of such interest may be an item of tax preference for purposes of the federal alternative minimum tax.
The investment seeks to achieve high current income consistent with preservation of capital. The fund pursues its investment objective by investing primarily in U.S. government securities. U.S. government securities include U.S. Treasury securities as well as securities of U.S. government sponsored entities, (GSE). The fund's portfolio may also include investment-grade corporate debt securities and certain taxable securities issued by municipal entities such as Build America Bonds.
The investment seeks a combination of current income and capital appreciation. The fund is a fund-of-funds that invests in various affiliated mutual funds, unaffiliated mutual funds, and exchange-traded funds ("underlying funds") to pursue its investment objective. It seeks to achieve the fund's investment objective by allocating up to 50% of its assets to stock funds, up to 65% of its assets to bond funds and up to 20% of its assets to alternative investment funds. The fund invests 40% of its total assets in stock funds; 55% of its total assets in bond funds; and 5% of its total assets in alternative investment funds.
The investment seeks a combination of current income and capital appreciation. The fund is a fund-of-funds that invests in various affiliated mutual funds, unaffiliated mutual funds, and exchange-traded funds ("underlying funds") to pursue its investment objective. It seeks to achieve the fund's investment objective by allocating up to 50% of its assets to stock funds, up to 65% of its assets to bond funds and up to 20% of its assets to alternative investment funds. The fund invests 40% of its total assets in stock funds; 55% of its total assets in bond funds; and 5% of its total assets in alternative investment funds.
The investment seeks income exempt from federal income tax. The fund normally invests at least 80% of the fund's net assets in municipal securities whose interest is exempt from federal income tax, but not necessarily federal alternative minimum tax (AMT). It invests up to 20% of the fund's total assets in securities whose interest is subject to federal AMT. While the fund may purchase securities of any maturity, under normal circumstances, the advisor expects the fund's dollar-weighted average effective maturity to be between 3 and 20 years.
The investment seeks capital appreciation and income. The fund pursues its investment objective by investing in a mix of equity, fixed-income and money market investments. The Adviser first determines the percentage of the fund's portfolio to invest in equity securities, the percentage to invest in fixed-income securities and the percentage to invest in money market investments. The percentage ranges of securities in each asset class are: equity securities 30-70%; fixed-income securities 30-70%; and money market investments 0-40%.
The investment seeks income exempt from federal income tax. The fund normally invests at least 80% of the fund's net assets in municipal securities whose interest is exempt from federal income tax, but not necessarily federal alternative minimum tax (AMT). It invests up to 20% of the fund's total assets in securities whose interest is subject to federal AMT. While the fund may purchase securities of any maturity, under normal circumstances, the advisor expects the fund's dollar-weighted average effective maturity to be between 3 and 20 years.
The investment seeks to provide the level of current income consistent with preservation of capital and that is not subject to federal income tax. The fund seeks to achieve its objective by investing at least 80% of its net assets in municipal bonds. It mainly invests in municipal bonds of investment grade and of any maturity. Municipal bonds are obligations issued by or on behalf of states, territories and possessions of the United States, the interest on which is excludable from gross income for federal income tax purposes, although a portion of such interest may be an item of tax preference for purposes of the federal alternative minimum tax.
The investment seeks a combination of current income and capital appreciation. The fund is a fund-of-funds that invests in various affiliated mutual funds, unaffiliated mutual funds, and exchange-traded funds ("underlying funds") to pursue its investment objective. It seeks to achieve the fund's investment objective by allocating up to 50% of its assets to stock funds, up to 65% of its assets to bond funds and up to 20% of its assets to alternative investment funds. The fund invests 40% of its total assets in stock funds; 55% of its total assets in bond funds; and 5% of its total assets in alternative investment funds.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital; income is a secondary consideration. The fund invests primarily in small companies. It will invest at least 80% of the fund's net assets (plus borrowings for investment purposes) in the equity securities of small-capitalization companies. The fund may invest up to 20% of its total assets at the time of purchase in securities issued by foreign companies in developed markets, emerging markets, or frontier markets.
The investment seeks income exempt from federal income tax. The fund normally invests at least 80% of the fund's net assets in municipal securities whose interest is exempt from federal income tax, but not necessarily federal alternative minimum tax (AMT). It invests up to 20% of the fund's total assets in securities whose interest is subject to federal AMT. While the fund may purchase securities of any maturity, under normal circumstances, the advisor expects the fund's dollar-weighted average effective maturity to be between 3 and 20 years.
The investment seeks income exempt from federal income tax. The fund normally invests at least 80% of the fund's net assets in municipal securities whose interest is exempt from federal income tax, but not necessarily federal alternative minimum tax (AMT). It invests up to 20% of the fund's total assets in securities whose interest is subject to federal AMT. While the fund may purchase securities of any maturity, under normal circumstances, the advisor expects the fund's dollar-weighted average effective maturity to be between 3 and 20 years.
The investment seeks income exempt from federal income tax. The fund normally invests at least 80% of the fund's net assets in municipal securities whose interest is exempt from federal income tax, but not necessarily federal alternative minimum tax (AMT). It invests up to 20% of the fund's total assets in securities whose interest is subject to federal AMT. While the fund may purchase securities of any maturity, under normal circumstances, the advisor expects the fund's dollar-weighted average effective maturity to be between 3 and 20 years.
The investment seeks to produce income and to provide an opportunity for growth of principal consistent with sound common stock investing. The fund invests primarily in common stocks of established companies that are listed on, or meet the financial listing requirements of, the New York Stock Exchange and have a strong record of earnings and dividends. Its advisor strives to maintain a fully invested, diversified portfolio, consisting primarily of high-quality common stocks.
The investment seeks to provide growth of capital. The fund seeks to achieve its objective by investing primarily in common stocks of mid-capitalization companies that the advisor believes are high quality andu002For offer above-average growth potential. Under normal circumstances, it invests at least 80% of its net assets in the securities of mid-capitalization companies, which, for purposes of this fund typically are companies with market capitalizations similar to those of issuers included in the Russell Midcap Growth Index over the last 13 months at the time of acquisition.
The investment seeks to provide growth of capital. The fund seeks to achieve its objective by investing primarily in common stocks of mid-capitalization companies that the advisor believes are high quality andu002For offer above-average growth potential. Under normal circumstances, it invests at least 80% of its net assets in the securities of mid-capitalization companies, which, for purposes of this fund typically are companies with market capitalizations similar to those of issuers included in the Russell Midcap Growth Index over the last 13 months at the time of acquisition.
The investment seeks to provide growth of capital. The fund seeks to achieve its objective by investing primarily in common stocks of mid-capitalization companies that the advisor believes are high quality andu002For offer above-average growth potential. Under normal circumstances, it invests at least 80% of its net assets in the securities of mid-capitalization companies, which, for purposes of this fund typically are companies with market capitalizations similar to those of issuers included in the Russell Midcap Growth Index over the last 13 months at the time of acquisition.
The investment seeks to provide growth of capital. The fund seeks to achieve its objective by investing primarily in common stocks of mid-capitalization companies that the advisor believes are high quality andu002For offer above-average growth potential. Under normal circumstances, it invests at least 80% of its net assets in the securities of mid-capitalization companies, which, for purposes of this fund typically are companies with market capitalizations similar to those of issuers included in the Russell Midcap Growth Index over the last 13 months at the time of acquisition.
The investment seeks to provide growth of capital. The fund seeks to achieve its objective by investing primarily in common stocks of mid-capitalization companies that the advisor believes are high quality andu002For offer above-average growth potential. Under normal circumstances, it invests at least 80% of its net assets in the securities of mid-capitalization companies, which, for purposes of this fund typically are companies with market capitalizations similar to those of issuers included in the Russell Midcap Growth Index over the last 13 months at the time of acquisition.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital; income is a secondary consideration. The fund invests at least 80% of the fund's net assets (plus borrowings for investment purposes) in the equity securities of micro-capitalization companies. The adviser considers a company to be a micro-capitalization company if its market capitalization, at the time of purchase, is less than the larger of $1.5 billion or the market capitalization of the largest company in the Russell Microcap Index. It may invest up to 30% of its total assets at the time of purchase in securities issued by foreign companies in developed markets, emerging markets, or frontier markets.
The investment seeks capital appreciation. The fund pursues its investment objective primarily by selecting equity securities of growth oriented companies. Equity securities may include common stocks, preferred stocks, securities (including debt securities) that are convertible into common stocks, and exchange traded funds (ETF) and other investment companies. The fund will invest primarily in securities issued by domestic companies. It may purchase ETFs or other investment companies in order to achieve exposure to a specific market sector, to achieve exposure to foreign markets or for other reasons consistent with its investment strategy.
The investment seeks to achieve current income which is exempt from federal income tax and the income taxes imposed by the State of West Virginia. The fund pursues its investment objective by investing at least 80% of its net assets in a professionally managed portfolio consisting primarily of investment-grade securities issued by the State of West Virginia and its political subdivisions, agencies and authorities, and other issuers (such as possessions or territories of the United States), the interest of which is exempt from federal income tax, federal alternative minimum tax (AMT), and West Virginia income tax. It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks capital appreciation. The fund pursues its investment objective by investing at least 80% of the value of its net assets in equity securities of small capitalization companies. In creating a diversified portfolio of investments in small-sized companies, WesBanco Investment Department, a division of WesBanco Bank, Inc. (the Adviser), defines small companies as companies that do not exceed the market capitalizations in the Russell 2000 Index (Russell 2000), or the Standard & Poor's SmallCap 600 Index (S&P 600) at the time of purchasing a security.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of the value of its net assets in a diversified portfolio of U.S. equity (or equity-related) securities of large-cap companies (primarily common stocks). Large-cap companies are companies that have a market capitalization at the time of purchase at least equal to that of the smallest company in the Russell 1000 Index, or at least equal to that of the smallest company expected to be included in the Russell 1000 Index after its next scheduled reconstitution.
The investment seeks long term capital appreciation. The fund primarily invests in common stocks of smaller companies that have a market capitalization of $500 million or less at the time of the fund's initial investment. It focuses on micro-cap companies which appear to be underpriced relative to their "private market value." Private market value is the value which the sub-adviser believes informed investors would be willing to pay to acquire a company. The fund may also invest up to 25% of its total assets in foreign securities and in European Depositary Receipts ("EDRs") or American Depositary Receipts ("ADRs").
The investment seeks long term capital appreciation. The fund primarily invests in common stocks of smaller companies that have a market capitalization of $500 million or less at the time of the fund's initial investment. It focuses on micro-cap companies which appear to be underpriced relative to their "private market value." Private market value is the value which the sub-adviser believes informed investors would be willing to pay to acquire a company. The fund may also invest up to 25% of its total assets in foreign securities and in European Depositary Receipts ("EDRs") or American Depositary Receipts ("ADRs").
The investment seeks to achieve long-term preservation of capital with current income. The fund, under normal circumstances, invests at least 80% of the value of its net assets in "real return" assets. The Advisor anticipates allocating approximately 0%-80% to inflation-protected debt securities, 0%-80% to real estate-related securities and 0%-40% to commodityu002Fnatural resource-related securities. The fund utilizes a multi-manager strategy in which the Advisor allocates and reallocates varying portions of the fund's assets among a number of sub-advisors, or invests directly in ETFs or other instruments in pursuit of the fund's investment strategies.
The investment seeks to achieve long-term preservation of capital with current income. The fund, under normal circumstances, invests at least 80% of the value of its net assets in "real return" assets. The Advisor anticipates allocating approximately 0%-80% to inflation-protected debt securities, 0%-80% to real estate-related securities and 0%-40% to commodityu002Fnatural resource-related securities. The fund utilizes a multi-manager strategy in which the Advisor allocates and reallocates varying portions of the fund's assets among a number of sub-advisors, or invests directly in ETFs or other instruments in pursuit of the fund's investment strategies.
The investment seeks current income exempt from federal income tax and Minnesota individual income tax. The fund normally invests at least 80% of the fund's net assets in municipal securities whose interest is exempt from federal income tax, including federal alternative minimum tax (AMT), and Minnesota individual income tax. It invests up to 20% of the fund's net assets in securities whose interest is subject to federal income tax, including federal AMT. While the fund may purchase securities of any maturity, under normal circumstances, the advisor expects the fund's dollar-weighted average effective maturity to be between 3 and 20 years.
The investment seeks current income exempt from federal income tax and Minnesota individual income tax. The fund normally invests at least 80% of the fund's net assets in municipal securities whose interest is exempt from federal income tax, including federal alternative minimum tax (AMT), and Minnesota individual income tax. It invests up to 20% of the fund's net assets in securities whose interest is subject to federal income tax, including federal AMT. While the fund may purchase securities of any maturity, under normal circumstances, the advisor expects the fund's dollar-weighted average effective maturity to be between 3 and 20 years.
The investment seeks current income that is exempt from both federal and Nebraska personal income taxes, consistent with the preservation of capital. The fund seeks to achieve its objectives by investing, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its net assets, plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes, in municipal securities that generate income exempt from Nebraska state income tax and from federal income tax, or in open or closed-end mutual funds which in turn invest in municipal securities, generally. It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks to provide current income that is exempt from both federal and New York personal income taxes. The fund seeks to achieve its investment goal, under normal circumstances, by investing its net assets so that at least 80% of the income it distributes will be exempt from federal regular income tax and personal income tax imposed by the State of New York and New York municipalities. It generally invests in investment grade municipal securities. The fund seeks to maintain a weighted average maturity of three to ten years. It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks to provide current income that is exempt from both federal and New York personal income taxes. The fund seeks to achieve its investment goal, under normal circumstances, by investing its net assets so that at least 80% of the income it distributes will be exempt from federal regular income tax and personal income tax imposed by the State of New York and New York municipalities. It generally invests in investment grade municipal securities. The fund seeks to maintain a weighted average maturity of three to ten years. It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks to maximize total return by investing primarily in a diversified portfolio of intermediate- and long-term debt securities. The fund is designed to maximize total return by investing in a portfolio of investment grade intermediate- and long-term debt securities. It will invest at least 80% of its net assets plus the amount of borrowings for investment purposes in bonds. The fund may principally invest in corporate bonds, U.S. treasury obligations and other U.S. government and agency securities, and asset-backed, mortgage-related and mortgage-backed securities. Its average weighted maturity will ordinarily range between 4 and 12 years.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its total assets in equity securities; and up to 25% of the fund's total assets in equity securities of foreign issuers, including ADRs and similar investments. It may invest in the equity securities of companies of any market capitalization.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its total assets in equity securities; and up to 25% of the fund's total assets in equity securities of foreign issuers, including ADRs and similar investments. It may invest in the equity securities of companies of any market capitalization.
The investment seeks long-term capital growth. The fund invests primarily in common stocks of established U.S. companies with large market capitalization, or large cap companies. It will invest at least 80% of its net assets, under normal circumstances, in equity securities. In selecting investments for the fund, the adviser chooses stocks of companies which the advisor believes have above-average growth potential at attractive prices. The fund invests primarily in common stocks of U.S. companies, but may, to a lesser extent, invest in equity REITs, common stocks of foreign companies and American Depositary Receipts ("ADRs").
The investment seeks long-term capital growth by investing primarily in equity securities of companies with intermediate capitalizations. Under normal circumstances, at least 80% of the fund's assets will be invested in equity securities of small- to mid-cap companies. "Assets" means net assets, plus the amount of borrowings for investment purposes. Small- to mid-cap companies are generally considered to be those companies with market capitalizations similar to those within the universe of the Russell 2500 Index at the time of purchase.
The investment seeks long-term capital growth by investing primarily in equity securities of companies with intermediate capitalizations. Under normal circumstances, at least 80% of the fund's assets will be invested in equity securities of small- to mid-cap companies. "Assets" means net assets, plus the amount of borrowings for investment purposes. Small- to mid-cap companies are generally considered to be those companies with market capitalizations similar to those within the universe of the Russell 2500 Index at the time of purchase.
The investment seeks long-term capital growth by investing primarily in equity securities of companies with intermediate capitalizations. Under normal circumstances, at least 80% of the fund's assets will be invested in equity securities of small- to mid-cap companies. "Assets" means net assets, plus the amount of borrowings for investment purposes. Small- to mid-cap companies are generally considered to be those companies with market capitalizations similar to those within the universe of the Russell 2500 Index at the time of purchase.
The investment seeks long-term capital growth by investing primarily in equity securities of companies with intermediate capitalizations. Under normal circumstances, at least 80% of the fund's assets will be invested in equity securities of small- to mid-cap companies. "Assets" means net assets, plus the amount of borrowings for investment purposes. Small- to mid-cap companies are generally considered to be those companies with market capitalizations similar to those within the universe of the Russell 2500 Index at the time of purchase.
The investment seeks total return over time, consistent with its strategic target asset allocation. The fund is a fund of funds that invests in various master portfolios ("underlying funds"), which in turn, invest in a combination of securities to gain exposure to the following asset classes: equity and fixed income (including money market securities). The fund's investment strategy is to diversify the fund's investments among these asset classes. The "Today" designation in the fund's name is meant to indicate that the fund is primarily designed for investors either in retirement andu002For currently gradually withdrawing funds from their investments.
The investment seeks total return over time, consistent with its strategic target asset allocation. The fund is a fund of funds that invests in various master portfolios ("underlying funds"), which in turn, invest in a combination of securities to gain exposure to the following asset classes: equity and fixed income (including money market securities). The fund's investment strategy is to diversify the fund's investments among these asset classes. The "Today" designation in the fund's name is meant to indicate that the fund is primarily designed for investors either in retirement andu002For currently gradually withdrawing funds from their investments.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. The Adviser seeks to achieve the fund's investment objective of long-term growth of capital by investing primarily in common stocks of listed U.S. companies. The Adviser employs an appraisal method that attempts to measure each prospective company's quality and growth rate by numerous factors. Such factors include: a company's record and projections of profit and earnings growth, accuracy and availability of information with respect to the company. The fund invests in a relatively small number of individual stocks. It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. The Adviser seeks to achieve the fund's investment objective of long-term growth of capital by investing primarily in common stocks of listed U.S. companies. The Adviser employs an appraisal method that attempts to measure each prospective company's quality and growth rate by numerous factors. Such factors include: a company's record and projections of profit and earnings growth, accuracy and availability of information with respect to the company. The fund invests in a relatively small number of individual stocks. It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks capital appreciation by investing primarily in common stocks, securities convertible into common stocks and in special situations. The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets (including borrowings for investment purposes) in equity securities of U.S. companies that, at the time of purchase, have a market capitalization that is within the range of the market capitalization of issuers in the Russell 2000 Value Index. It may invest in companies that may experience unusual and possibly unique developments which may create a special opportunity for significant returns.
The investment seeks capital appreciation. The fund is a "multi-cap" fund and may invest in securities of any market capitalization. It invests in long positions in stocks and other securities, when the managers anticipate that the value of such securities will increase. The fund also invests in short positions in stocks and other securities, including short sales of exchange traded funds, when the managers anticipate a decline in the value of such securities.
The investment seeks capital appreciation. The fund is a "multi-cap" fund and may invest in securities of any market capitalization. It invests in long positions in stocks and other securities, when the managers anticipate that the value of such securities will increase. The fund also invests in short positions in stocks and other securities, including short sales of exchange traded funds, when the managers anticipate a decline in the value of such securities.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. The Adviser seeks to achieve the fund's investment objective of long-term growth of capital by investing primarily in common stocks of listed U.S. companies. The Adviser employs an appraisal method that attempts to measure each prospective company's quality and growth rate by numerous factors. Such factors include: a company's record and projections of profit and earnings growth, accuracy and availability of information with respect to the company. The fund invests in a relatively small number of individual stocks. It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. The Adviser seeks to achieve the fund's investment objective of long-term growth of capital by investing primarily in common stocks of listed U.S. companies. The Adviser employs an appraisal method that attempts to measure each prospective company's quality and growth rate by numerous factors. Such factors include: a company's record and projections of profit and earnings growth, accuracy and availability of information with respect to the company. The fund invests in a relatively small number of individual stocks. It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. The Adviser seeks to achieve the fund's investment objective of long-term growth of capital by investing primarily in common stocks of listed U.S. companies. The Adviser employs an appraisal method that attempts to measure each prospective company's quality and growth rate by numerous factors. Such factors include: a company's record and projections of profit and earnings growth, accuracy and availability of information with respect to the company. The fund invests in a relatively small number of individual stocks. It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. The Adviser seeks to achieve the fund's investment objective of long-term growth of capital by investing primarily in common stocks of listed U.S. companies. The Adviser employs an appraisal method that attempts to measure each prospective company's quality and growth rate by numerous factors. Such factors include: a company's record and projections of profit and earnings growth, accuracy and availability of information with respect to the company. The fund invests in a relatively small number of individual stocks. It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. The Adviser seeks to achieve the fund's investment objective of long-term growth of capital by investing primarily in common stocks of listed U.S. companies. The Adviser employs an appraisal method that attempts to measure each prospective company's quality and growth rate by numerous factors. Such factors include: a company's record and projections of profit and earnings growth, accuracy and availability of information with respect to the company. The fund invests in a relatively small number of individual stocks. It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. The fund seeks to achieve its objective by investing primarily in equity securities of small non-U.S. companies. Equity securities include, but are not limited to, common stock, preferred stock and depositary receipts. As a non-fundamental policy, under normal market conditions, it will invest at least 80% of the value of its net assets, plus any borrowings for investment purposes, in equity securities of non-U.S. small companies.
The investment seeks capital appreciation. The fund's investment strategy is based on the manager's belief that stock prices fluctuate around the true value of a company. The fund is a "multi-cap" fund and may invest in securities of any market capitalization. It may invest in securities issued by non-U.S. companies, which securities may be denominated in U.S. dollars or foreign currencies. As part of the fund's strategy, the fund may concentrate its investments in securities of relatively few issuers.
The investment seeks capital appreciation. The fund's investment strategy is based on the manager's belief that stock prices fluctuate around the true value of a company. The fund is a "multi-cap" fund and may invest in securities of any market capitalization. It may invest in securities issued by non-U.S. companies, which securities may be denominated in U.S. dollars or foreign currencies. As part of the fund's strategy, the fund may concentrate its investments in securities of relatively few issuers.
The investment seeks total return over time, consistent with its strategic target asset allocation. The fund is a fund of funds that invests in various master portfolios ("underlying funds"), which in turn, invest in a combination of securities to gain exposure to equity and fixed income asset classes. It gradually reduces its potential market risk exposures over time by generally re-allocating its assets among these asset classes, consistent with increasingly conservative strategic target allocations. The fund is primarily designed for investors expecting to retire andu002For begin gradually withdrawing funds around its target date of 2050.
The investment seeks to provide growth of capital. The fund seeks to achieve its objective by investing, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its net assets in common stocks of small-capitalization companies. For purposes of this fund, small-capitalization companies typically are companies with market capitalizations similar to those of issuers included in the Russell 2000 Growth Index over the last 13 months at the time of acquisition.
The investment seeks to provide total return through a combination of high current income and capital appreciation. The fund invests primarily in a diversified portfolio of high-yield, high-risk, fixed-income securities, including secured and unsecured loan assignments, loan participations and other loan instruments (loans), of U.S. and foreign issuers, the risks of which are, in the judgment of the adviser consistent with the fund's objective. It may invest up to 100% of its total assets in foreign securities that are denominated in U.S. dollars or foreign currencies.
The investment seeks to maximize long-term total return. The fund has a flexible investment strategy and will invest in a variety of securities and instruments and use a variety of investment techniques in pursuing its objective. Under normal market conditions, it will invest at least 50% of its net assets in debt and fixed income securities rated at least in the Baa or BBB categories at the time of purchase by one or more NRSROs or unrated securities of comparable quality at the time of purchase. The fund may also enter into various exchange-traded and over-the-counter derivative transactions for both hedging and non-hedging purposes.
The investment seeks capital appreciation. The fund invests primarily in equity securities of all market capitalizations. Under normal market conditions, it will invest at least 80% of its total assets in equity securities. The fund may hold up to 20% of its net assets in derivative instruments and short positions at any time.
The investment seeks current income. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of the value of its net assets in fixed income securities. Its investment advisor will select investment grade fixed income securities and unrated securities determined to be of comparable quality, but also may invest up to 15% of the fund's total assets in lower-rated debt securities ("junk bonds"). The fund normally invests in securities with short maturities, and the fund seeks to maintain a weighted average maturity of three years or less.
The investment seeks long-term capital growth and income through an actively managed portfolio of stocks, bonds and money market instruments. The fund will invest in a diversified portfolio of stocks, bonds and money market instruments, with at least 25% of the fund's assets invested in each of the following categories: (i) fixed-income securities, such as U.S. government and agency securities, corporate bonds, money market funds, and cash and (ii) domestic and foreign equity securities, such as common stock.
The investment seeks current income exempt from federal income tax consistent with capital preservation. The fund invests at least 80% of the fund's net assets in municipal securities whose interest is exempt from federal income tax, but not necessarily federal alternative minimum tax (AMT). It invests up to 20% of the fund's total assets in securities whose interest is subject to federal AMT. While the fund may purchase securities of any maturity, under normal circumstances, the advisor expects the fund's dollar-weighted average effective maturity to be 3 years or less.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund normally invests at least 80% of the fund's net assets (plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes, if any) in equity securities of small-capitalization companies. It invests principally in equity securities of small-capitalization companies, which the advisor defines as companies within the range of the Russell 2500 Index at the time of purchase.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in equity securities of small-capitalization companies. It is a feeder fund that invests substantially all of its assets in the Small Company Growth Portfolio, a master portfolio with a substantially identical investment objective and substantially similar investment strategies. The fund invests principally in equity securities of small-capitalization companies, which the managers define as companies with market capitalizations within the range of the Russell 2000 Index at the time of purchase.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of the fund's net assets in equity securities of small-capitalization companies. It invests principally in equity securities of small-capitalization companies, which the managers define as companies with market capitalizations within the range of the Russell 2000 Index at the time of purchase.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of the fund's net assets in equity securities of small-capitalization companies. It invests principally in equity securities of small-capitalization companies, which the managers define as companies with market capitalizations within the range of the Russell 2000 Index at the time of purchase.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in equity securities of small-capitalization companies. It is a feeder fund that invests substantially all of its assets in the Small Company Growth Portfolio, a master portfolio with a substantially identical investment objective and substantially similar investment strategies. The fund invests principally in equity securities of small-capitalization companies, which the managers define as companies with market capitalizations within the range of the Russell 2000 Index at the time of purchase.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests primarily in common stocks of small capitalization companies that the advisor believes have the potential for capital appreciation. Small capitalization companies are defined as those with market capitalizations of $2 billion or less at the time of purchase. Under normal circumstances, it will invest at least 80% of its net assets plus any borrowing for investment purpses in common stocks of small capitalization companies.
The investment seeks to provide growth of capital. The fund seeks to achieve its objective by investing, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its net assets in common stocks of small-capitalization companies. For purposes of this fund, small-capitalization companies typically are companies with market capitalizations similar to those of issuers included in the Russell 2000 Growth Index over the last 13 months at the time of acquisition.
The investment seeks long-term capital growth through an actively managed portfolio of stocks. The fund invests, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its assets in a diversified portfolio of domestic equity securities, such as common stock. It may invest in companies of any size, but generally focuses on large capitalization companies. The Adviser evaluates financially material environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors as part of the investment decision-making process for the fund.
The investment seeks to provide growth of capital. The fund seeks to achieve its objective by investing, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its net assets in common stocks of small-capitalization companies. For purposes of this fund, small-capitalization companies typically are companies with market capitalizations similar to those of issuers included in the Russell 2000 Growth Index over the last 13 months at the time of acquisition.
The investment seeks to provide growth of capital. The fund seeks to achieve its objective by investing, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its net assets in common stocks of small-capitalization companies. For purposes of this fund, small-capitalization companies typically are companies with market capitalizations similar to those of issuers included in the Russell 2000 Growth Index over the last 13 months at the time of acquisition.
The investment seeks to provide current income consistent with capital preservation. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets in U.S. government obligations and up to 20% of its net assets in non-government mortgage- and asset-backed securities. While it may purchase securities of any maturity or duration, under normal circumstances, the advisor expects the portfolio's overall dollar-weighted average effective duration to be less than that of a 3-year U.S. Treasury note.
The investment seeks to provide growth of capital. The fund seeks to achieve its objective by investing, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its net assets in common stocks of small-capitalization companies. For purposes of this fund, small-capitalization companies typically are companies with market capitalizations similar to those of issuers included in the Russell 2000 Growth Index over the last 13 months at the time of acquisition.
The investment seeks to produce income and to provide an opportunity for growth of principal consistent with sound common stock investing. The fund invests primarily in common stocks of established companies that are listed on, or meet the financial listing requirements of, the New York Stock Exchange and have a strong record of earnings and dividends. Its advisor strives to maintain a fully invested, diversified portfolio, consisting primarily of high-quality common stocks.
The investment seeks current income consistent with the preservation of capital. Under normal circumstances, the fund will invest at least 80% of its net assets, plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes, in debt securities. These debt securities may include U.S. government securities (including agency securities, and securities issued by government-sponsored enterprises such as Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, including their mortgage-backed securities), corporate debt securities, other mortgage-backed securities, asset-backed securities and securities issued by foreign governments, which may include sovereign debt.
The investment seeks current income exempt from federal income tax consistent with capital preservation. The fund invests at least 80% of the fund's net assets in municipal securities whose interest is exempt from federal income tax, but not necessarily federal alternative minimum tax (AMT). It invests up to 20% of the fund's total assets in securities whose interest is subject to federal AMT. While the fund may purchase securities of any maturity, under normal circumstances, the advisor expects the fund's dollar-weighted average effective maturity to be 3 years or less.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in equity securities of small-capitalization companies. It is a feeder fund that invests substantially all of its assets in the Small Company Growth Portfolio, a master portfolio with a substantially identical investment objective and substantially similar investment strategies. The fund invests principally in equity securities of small-capitalization companies, which the managers define as companies with market capitalizations within the range of the Russell 2000 Index at the time of purchase.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. Under normal market conditions, the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes) in stocks of small capitalized ("small cap") and medium capitalized ("mid cap") companies. It invests primarily in a diversified portfolio of equity securities, including common stocks and other forms of equity investments (e.g., securities convertible into common stocks), of small cap and mid cap domestic growth companies that are expected to exhibit quality growth characteristics.
The investment seeks to provide investment results of a portfolio of publicly traded common stocks of companies in the applicable sub-category of the Wilshire 5000 Index SM. The fund focuses on the small company growth segment of the U.S. equity market. It invests substantially all of its assets in the common stock of companies with smaller market capitalizations-generally within the range of companies comprising the Russell 2000 Growth Index. The fund invests in companies that historically have above average earnings or sales growth and retention of earnings, often such companies have above average price to earnings ratios.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. Under normal market conditions, the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes) in stocks of small capitalized ("small cap") and medium capitalized ("mid cap") companies. It invests primarily in a diversified portfolio of equity securities, including common stocks and other forms of equity investments (e.g., securities convertible into common stocks), of small cap and mid cap domestic growth companies that are expected to exhibit quality growth characteristics.
The investment seeks to provide investment results of a portfolio of publicly traded common stocks of companies in the applicable sub-category of the Wilshire 5000 Index SM. The fund invests substantially all of its assets in the common stock of companies with smaller market capitalizations-generally within the range of companies comprising the Russell 2000 Value Index. It invests, generally, in companies with relatively low price to book value ratios, low price to earnings ratios and relatively high dividend yields (dividend yields for small companies are generally less than those of large companies).
The investment seeks current income exempt from federal income tax consistent with capital preservation. The fund invests at least 80% of the fund's net assets in municipal securities whose interest is exempt from federal income tax, but not necessarily federal alternative minimum tax (AMT). It invests up to 20% of the fund's total assets in securities whose interest is subject to federal AMT. While the fund may purchase securities of any maturity, under normal circumstances, the advisor expects the fund's dollar-weighted average effective maturity to be 3 years or less.
The investment seeks current income exempt from federal income tax consistent with capital preservation. The fund invests at least 80% of the fund's net assets in municipal securities whose interest is exempt from federal income tax, but not necessarily federal alternative minimum tax (AMT). It invests up to 20% of the fund's total assets in securities whose interest is subject to federal AMT. While the fund may purchase securities of any maturity, under normal circumstances, the advisor expects the fund's dollar-weighted average effective maturity to be 3 years or less.
The investment seeks to provide growth of capital. The fund invests primarily in the equity securities of science and technology companies around the globe. Under normal circumstances, it invests at least 80% of its net assets in securities of science or technology companies. The fund also may invest in companies that utilize science andu002For technology as an agent of change to significantly enhance their business opportunities. It may invest in securities issued by companies of any size, and may invest without limitation in foreign securities, including securities of issuers within emerging markets. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks to provide growth of capital. The fund invests primarily in the equity securities of science and technology companies around the globe. Under normal circumstances, it invests at least 80% of its net assets in securities of science or technology companies. The fund also may invest in companies that utilize science andu002For technology as an agent of change to significantly enhance their business opportunities. It may invest in securities issued by companies of any size, and may invest without limitation in foreign securities, including securities of issuers within emerging markets. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks to provide growth of capital. The fund invests primarily in the equity securities of science and technology companies around the globe. Under normal circumstances, it invests at least 80% of its net assets in securities of science or technology companies. The fund also may invest in companies that utilize science andu002For technology as an agent of change to significantly enhance their business opportunities. It may invest in securities issued by companies of any size, and may invest without limitation in foreign securities, including securities of issuers within emerging markets. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks current income exempt from federal income tax consistent with capital preservation. The fund invests at least 80% of the fund's net assets in municipal securities whose interest is exempt from federal income tax, but not necessarily federal alternative minimum tax (AMT). It invests up to 20% of the fund's total assets in securities whose interest is subject to federal AMT. While the fund may purchase securities of any maturity, under normal circumstances, the advisor expects the fund's dollar-weighted average effective maturity to be 3 years or less.
The investment seeks to provide growth of capital. The fund invests primarily in the equity securities of science and technology companies around the globe. Under normal circumstances, it invests at least 80% of its net assets in securities of science or technology companies. The fund also may invest in companies that utilize science andu002For technology as an agent of change to significantly enhance their business opportunities. It may invest in securities issued by companies of any size, and may invest without limitation in foreign securities, including securities of issuers within emerging markets. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks to provide growth of capital. The fund invests primarily in the equity securities of science and technology companies around the globe. Under normal circumstances, it invests at least 80% of its net assets in securities of science or technology companies. The fund also may invest in companies that utilize science andu002For technology as an agent of change to significantly enhance their business opportunities. It may invest in securities issued by companies of any size, and may invest without limitation in foreign securities, including securities of issuers within emerging markets. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks a high level of income exempt from federal income tax, consistent with the preservation of capital. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of the value of its net assets in municipal securities that provide interest exempt from federal income tax. It may invest up to 20% of its assets in other types of fixed income securities that provide income that is subject to federal income tax. The fund seeks to maintain a weighted average maturity of three to ten years.
The investment seeks a high level of income exempt from federal income tax, consistent with the preservation of capital. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of the value of its net assets in municipal securities that provide interest exempt from federal income tax. It may invest up to 20% of its assets in other types of fixed income securities that provide income that is subject to federal income tax. The fund seeks to maintain a weighted average maturity of three to ten years.
The investment seeks income exempt from both federal and Colorado state personal income taxes. The fund will invest at least eighty percent (80%) of the value of its net assets, plus any borrowings for investment purposes, in securities, the income from which is exempt from both federal and Colorado state income tax. It focuses primarily on investment-grade quality municipal bonds that are rated in one of the three highest investment-grade categories at the time of purchase by one or more nationally recognized rating agencies such as Moody's or Standard & Poor's. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks total return over time, consistent with its strategic target asset allocation. The fund is a fund of funds that invests in various master portfolios ("underlying funds"), which in turn, invest in a combination of securities to gain exposure to equity and fixed income asset classes. It gradually reduces its potential market risk exposures over time by generally re-allocating its assets among these asset classes, consistent with increasingly conservative strategic target allocations. The fund is primarily designed for investors expecting to retire andu002For begin gradually withdrawing funds around its target date of 2040.
The investment seeks total return over time, consistent with its strategic target asset allocation. The fund is a fund of funds that invests in various master portfolios ("underlying funds"), which in turn, invest in a combination of securities to gain exposure to equity and fixed income asset classes. It gradually reduces its potential market risk exposures over time by generally re-allocating its assets among these asset classes, consistent with increasingly conservative strategic target allocations. The fund is primarily designed for investors expecting to retire andu002For begin gradually withdrawing funds around its target date of 2030.
The investment seeks to achieve long-term total rate of return consistent with preservation of capital. Under normal circumstances, the fund will invest at least eighty percent (80%) of the value of its net assets, plus any borrowings for investment purposes, in bonds of varying maturities. Bonds for purposes of this limitation include corporate bonds, convertible bonds, government and agency securities, mortgage-backed securities, asset-backed securities, and zero coupon bonds.
The investment seeks to achieve long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests primarily in the common stock of approximately 35 to 60 foreign small-cap companies that are trading at a discount to the portfolio management team's estimated intrinsic value of such company with the potential to grow their earnings and cash flows. Under normal circumstances, at least eighty percent (80%) of the value of the fund's net assets, plus any borrowings for investment purposes, is invested in foreign small-cap companies. It primarily invests its assets in common stocks of foreign companies in developed countries.
The investment seeks to achieve long-term total rate of return consistent with preservation of capital. Under normal circumstances, the fund will invest at least eighty percent (80%) of the value of its net assets plus any borrowings for investment purposes in "high yield" securities. It may invest up to twenty-five percent (25%) in non-U.S. dollar-denominated securities.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in equity securities of large-capitalization companies. It invests principally in equity securities of U.S. large-capitalization companies, which the advisor defines as companies with market capitalizations within the range of the Russell 1000 Index at the time of purchase.
The investment seeks to achieve long-term capital appreciation. The fund emphasizes investments in medium-sized, dividend-paying companies that the portfolio management team believes to be undervalued based upon various financial measuresu002Fratios and rigorous company-specific research and analysis. Under normal circumstances, at least eighty percent (80%) of the value of the fund's net assets, plus any borrowings for investment purposes, is invested in medium-sized, dividend-paying companies.
The investment seeks to achieve long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests primarily in the common stock of micro-cap companies that the portfolio management team believes to be undervalued. Under normal circumstances at least eighty percent (80%) of the value of its net assets, plus any borrowings for investment purposes, is invested in micro-cap companies. The managers expect to only invest in securities of companies whose stock is traded on U.S. markets, including depositary receipts or shares issued by companies incorporated outside of the United States (e.g., ADRs).
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund emphasizes investments in global, large, dividend-paying companies that meet the portfolio management team's investment criteria based on various financial measuresu002Fratios and have improving business prospects due to strong company and industry dynamics. The fund will invest, under normal circumstances, at least eighty percent (80%) of the value of its net assets, plus any borrowings for investment purposes, in stocks of large, well-established, dividend-paying companies, as measured at the time of purchase.
The investment seeks capital growth and appreciation. The fund seeks to achieve its objective by investing, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its net assets in equity securities, primarily in common stocks of large-capitalization companies. It seeks to invest in companies that the advisor believes are high-quality, have sustainable competitive advantages accompanied by financial strength and earnings stability, and have leading positions in their industries. The fund invests in securities that have the potential for capital appreciation, or that the advisor expects to resist market decline.
The investment seeks total return, consisting of income and capital appreciation. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets in bonds; at least 80% of the fund's total assets in investment-grade debt securities; up to 25% of its total assets in asset-backed securities, other than mortgage-backed securities; and up to 20% of the fund's total assets in U.S. dollar-denominated debt securities of foreign issuers. It is a feeder fund that invests substantially all of its assets in the Core Bond Portfolio, a master portfolio with a substantially identical investment objective and substantially similar investment strategies.
The investment seeks total return, consisting of income and capital appreciation. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets in bonds; at least 80% of the fund's total assets in investment-grade debt securities; up to 25% of its total assets in asset-backed securities, other than mortgage-backed securities; and up to 20% of the fund's total assets in U.S. dollar-denominated debt securities of foreign issuers. It is a feeder fund that invests substantially all of its assets in the Core Bond Portfolio, a master portfolio with a substantially identical investment objective and substantially similar investment strategies.
The investment seeks to achieve long-term capital appreciation. The fund emphasizes investments in dividend-paying, small companies that the portfolio management team believes to be undervalued based upon various financial measuresu002Fratios and rigorous company-specific research and analysis. Under normal circumstances, at least eighty percent (80%) of the value of the fund's net assets, plus any borrowings for investment purposes, is invested in small-capitalization dividend-paying companies.
The investment seeks total return over time, consistent with its strategic target asset allocation. The fund is a fund of funds that invests in various master portfolios ("underlying funds"), which in turn, invest in a combination of securities to gain exposure to equity and fixed income asset classes. It gradually reduces its potential market risk exposures over time by generally re-allocating its assets among these asset classes, consistent with increasingly conservative strategic target allocations. The fund is primarily designed for investors expecting to retire andu002For begin gradually withdrawing funds around its target date of 2035.
The investment seeks current income consistent with capital preservation. The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in income-producing debt securities. It invests up to 25% of its total assets in U.S. dollar-denominated debt securities of foreign issuers and up to 15% of its total assets in below investment-grade debt securities. The portfolio holdings may include U.S. government obligations, corporate debt securities, bank loans and mortgage- and asset-backed debt securities.
The investment seeks current income exempt from federal income tax, consistent with capital preservation. The fund normally invests at least 80% of the fund's net assets in municipal securities whose interest is exempt from federal income tax, but not necessarily federal alternative minimum tax (AMT). It invests up to 20% of the fund's total assets in securities whose interest is subject to federal AMT. While the fund may purchase securities of any maturity, under normal circumstances, the advisor expects the fund's dollar-weighted average effective maturity to be 1 year or less.
The investment seeks current income exempt from federal income tax, consistent with capital preservation. The fund normally invests at least 80% of the fund's net assets in municipal securities whose interest is exempt from federal income tax, but not necessarily federal alternative minimum tax (AMT). It invests up to 20% of the fund's total assets in securities whose interest is subject to federal AMT. While the fund may purchase securities of any maturity, under normal circumstances, the advisor expects the fund's dollar-weighted average effective maturity to be 1 year or less.
The investment seeks current income consistent with capital preservation. The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in income-producing debt securities. It invests up to 25% of its total assets in U.S. dollar-denominated debt securities of foreign issuers and up to 15% of its total assets in below investment-grade debt securities. The portfolio holdings may include U.S. government obligations, corporate debt securities, bank loans and mortgage- and asset-backed debt securities.
The investment seeks capital appreciation. The fund invests the majority of its assets in common stock of larger companies. The adviser considers larger-cap companies to be issuers with a market capitalization equal to or greater than the median capitalization of companies in the Russell 1000 Index at the time of purchase.
The investment seeks capital appreciation. The fund invests the majority of its assets in common stock of larger companies. The adviser considers larger-cap companies to be issuers with a market capitalization equal to or greater than the median capitalization of companies in the Russell 1000 Index at the time of purchase.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. The fund seeks to achieve its objective by investing primarily in equity securities of small non-U.S. companies. Equity securities include, but are not limited to, common stock, preferred stock and depositary receipts. As a non-fundamental policy, under normal market conditions, it will invest at least 80% of the value of its net assets, plus any borrowings for investment purposes, in equity securities of non-U.S. small companies.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests at least 80% of its total assets in equity securities of large-capitalization companies and up to 25% of the fund's total assets in equity securities of foreign issuers through ADRs and similar investments. It invests principally in equity securities of large-capitalization companies that the advisor believes offer the potential for capital growth. The advisor defines large-capitalization companies as those with market capitalizations within the range of the Russell 1000 Index at the time of purchase.
The investment seeks to provide current income; long-term capital appreciation is a secondary objective. Under normal circumstances, the fund seeks to meet its investment objectives by investing generally more than 80% of its net assets, plus any borrowings for investment purposes, in dividend-paying andu002For interest-bearing securities. The fund aims to invest in securities of companies with a strong and improving cash flow sufficient to support a sustainable or rising income stream for investors.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in equity securities of large-capitalization companies. It invests principally in equity securities of U.S. large-capitalization companies, which the advisor defines as companies with market capitalizations within the range of the Russell 1000 Index at the time of purchase.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets, plus any borrowings for investment purposes, in common stocks and other equity securities of large capitalization companies. It generally invests in equity securities of domestic companies, but may also invest in equity securities of foreign companies and American Depositary Receipts ("ADRs"). The fund invests in approximately 40-60 securities that are well diversified among market sectors.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. The fund is a non-diversified fund that invests all of its investable assets in the Paradigm Portfolio, a series of Kinetics Portfolios Trust. The Paradigm Portfolio invests at least 65% of its net assets in common stocks, ETFs, convertible securities, warrants, and other equity securities having the characteristics of common stocks (such as American Depositary Receipts ("ADRs"), Global Depositary Receipts ("GDRs") and International Depositary Receipts ("IDRs")) of U.S. and foreign companies that the Investment Adviser believes are undervalued. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks capital appreciation. This fund seeks to provide investors with exposure to high-quality global companies. The securities selected for inclusion in the fund are those believed by the subadviser to be well-managed businesses with consistent operating histories and financial performance that have favorable long-term economic prospects and, in most cases, generate free cash flow. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests in equity securities or equity-linked instruments of issuers located throughout the world, including issuers in emerging markets countries and issuers in the United States.
The investment seeks capital appreciation. This fund seeks to provide investors with exposure to high-quality global companies. The securities selected for inclusion in the fund are those believed by the subadviser to be well-managed businesses with consistent operating histories and financial performance that have favorable long-term economic prospects and, in most cases, generate free cash flow. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests in equity securities or equity-linked instruments of issuers located throughout the world, including issuers in emerging markets countries and issuers in the United States.
The investment seeks to provide long term capital appreciation. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets (which includes, for purposes of this test, the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes) in a portfolio of common stocks of smaller companies. The Adviser characterizes small capitalization companies as those companies with a market capitalization between $100 million and $2.5 billion at the time of the fund's initial investment. It may also invest up to 25% of its total assets in foreign securities and in European Depositary Receipts ("EDRs") or American Depositary Receipts ("ADRs").
The investment seeks to provide long term capital appreciation. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets (which includes, for purposes of this test, the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes) in a portfolio of common stocks of smaller companies. The Adviser characterizes small capitalization companies as those companies with a market capitalization between $100 million and $2.5 billion at the time of the fund's initial investment. It may also invest up to 25% of its total assets in foreign securities and in European Depositary Receipts ("EDRs") or American Depositary Receipts ("ADRs").
The investment seeks to provide long term capital appreciation. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets (which includes, for purposes of this test, the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes) in a portfolio of common stocks of smaller companies. The Adviser characterizes small capitalization companies as those companies with a market capitalization between $100 million and $2.5 billion at the time of the fund's initial investment. It may also invest up to 25% of its total assets in foreign securities and in European Depositary Receipts ("EDRs") or American Depositary Receipts ("ADRs").
The investment seeks current income exempt from federal income tax and Wisconsin individual income tax. The fund invests at least 80% of the fund's net assets in municipal securities whose interest is exempt from federal income tax, including federal alternative minimum tax (AMT), and Wisconsin individual income tax. It invests up to 20% of the fund's net assets in securities whose interest is subject to federal income tax, including federal AMT. While the fund may purchase securities of any maturity, under normal circumstances, the advisor expects the fund's dollar-weighted average effective maturity to be between 3 and 20 years. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks current income exempt from federal income tax and Wisconsin individual income tax. The fund invests at least 80% of the fund's net assets in municipal securities whose interest is exempt from federal income tax, including federal alternative minimum tax (AMT), and Wisconsin individual income tax. It invests up to 20% of the fund's net assets in securities whose interest is subject to federal income tax, including federal AMT. While the fund may purchase securities of any maturity, under normal circumstances, the advisor expects the fund's dollar-weighted average effective maturity to be between 3 and 20 years. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks current income exempt from federal income tax and Wisconsin individual income tax. The fund invests at least 80% of the fund's net assets in municipal securities whose interest is exempt from federal income tax, including federal alternative minimum tax (AMT), and Wisconsin individual income tax. It invests up to 20% of the fund's net assets in securities whose interest is subject to federal income tax, including federal AMT. While the fund may purchase securities of any maturity, under normal circumstances, the advisor expects the fund's dollar-weighted average effective maturity to be between 3 and 20 years. The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. The fund is a diversified fund that invests all of its investable assets in the Global Portfolio, a series of Kinetics Portfolios Trust. The Global Portfolio invests at least 65% of its net assets plus any borrowings for investment purposes in common stocks, ETFs, convertible securities, warrants and other equity securities having the characteristics of common stocks of foreign and U.S. companies listed on publicly traded exchanges.
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital; current income is a secondary objective. The fund is a non-diversified fund that invests all of its investable assets in the Internet Portfolio. The Internet Portfolio invests at least 80% of its net assets plus any borrowings for investment purposes in common stocks, convertible securities, warrants and other equity securities having the characteristics of common stocks, of U.S. and foreign companies engaged in the Internet and Internet-related activities and whose businesses are vastly improved through the distribution of content and reduction of costs with the use of the Internet. It is non-diversified.
The investment seeks to provide a high level of current income that is not subject to federal income tax. The fund seeks to achieve its objective by investing at least 80% of its net assets in a diversified portfolio of municipal bonds. It typically invests at least 65% of its total assets in medium- and lower-quality bonds. The fund may invest in PABs in general, in revenue bonds payable from revenues derived from similar projects, such as those in the health care, life care, education, transportation and special tax sectors, and in municipal bonds of issuers located in the same geographical area.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation and, to a lesser extent, current income. The fund invests primarily in domestic equity securities. It also may invest in foreign equity securities, including emerging market securities, and debt securities. The fund may invest up to 30% of its assets in foreign equity securities. Its investments in equity securities may include common stocks, preferred stocks, convertible preferred stocks and ADRs. It may invest up to 20% of its assets in such debt securities, including junk bonds, in any proportion provided that the total invested does not exceed the 20% threshold.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation and, to a lesser extent, current income. The fund invests primarily in domestic and foreign equity securities. Its investments in foreign equity securities may include emerging market securities. The fund also may invest in debt securities. Its investments in debt securities may include U.S. Treasury notes and bonds, investment grade corporate debt securities, convertible debt securities and debt securities below investment grade (high yield or junk bonds). The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation and, to a lesser extent, current income. The fund invests primarily in domestic and foreign equity securities. Its investments in foreign equity securities may include emerging market securities. The fund also may invest in debt securities. Its investments in debt securities may include U.S. Treasury notes and bonds, investment grade corporate debt securities, convertible debt securities and debt securities below investment grade (high yield or junk bonds). The fund is non-diversified.
The investment seeks current income with a secondary objective of capital appreciation. Under normal market conditions, the fund will typically invest between 20% and 80% of its assets in fixed-income securities and between 30% and 70% in equity securities. It may also invest up to 25% of its assets in publicly traded master limited partnerships ("MLPs"). The fund may invest in below investment grade fixed-income securities (commonly known as "junk bonds").
The investment seeks to generate positive returns in both rising and falling equity markets. The fund seeks a total return greater than the return on three-month U.S. Treasury Bills. The manager attempts to maintain minimal exposure to general market risk by always having both long and short positions in stocks, options and other instruments. It has a long position in a security when it owns the security and has "sold short" a position when it sells a security it does not own. The fund may invest in equity securities of companies of any size capitalization, including mid-cap and small-cap companies.
The investment seeks to generate positive returns in both rising and falling equity markets. The fund seeks a total return greater than the return on three-month U.S. Treasury Bills. The manager attempts to maintain minimal exposure to general market risk by always having both long and short positions in stocks, options and other instruments. It has a long position in a security when it owns the security and has "sold short" a position when it sells a security it does not own. The fund may invest in equity securities of companies of any size capitalization, including mid-cap and small-cap companies.