Under normal circumstances, the fund seeks to invest at least 80% of its net assets plus any borrowings for investment purposes in equity securities or other financial instruments that are components of, or have market capitalizations similar to, the securities included in the Russell 2000® Index. It primarily seeks to buy common stock and may also invest in preferred stock and convertible securities. From time to time the fund may invest in shares of companies through new issues or initial public offerings (IPOs).