The investment seeks capital appreciation. The fund pursues its investment objective by investing, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) in common stocks of small- and mid-sized companies. It may also invest in foreign securities, which may include investments in emerging markets. In addition, when the portfolio manager believes that market conditions are unfavorable for investing, or when he is otherwise unable to locate attractive investment opportunities, the fund's cash or similar investments may increase.