The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets, plus any borrowings for investment purposes, in equity securities of companies of any market capitalization, including convertible and preferred securities, and in securities issued by dividend-paying companies. It may invest up to 25% of its assets in a single industry. The fund may also invest in U.S. government agencies or government sponsored enterprises and investment-grade securities, although the fund may invest up to 25% of its total assets in securities with a lower rating by both S&P and Moodys.