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.