The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation and a moderate level of income. The fund invests primarily in the common stock of large U.S. corporations with an average market capitalization generally over $50 billion, when the advisor believes the shares are priced attractively relative to the earnings and financial strength of the company. It generally holds individual investments for three to five years but occasionally, securities may be sold within 12 months of purchase if circumstances of a particular company, industry, or the general market should change.