The investment seeks capital appreciation. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) in equity securities of U.S. and foreign financial services companies of any size. These companies include, but are not limited to, banks, thrifts, finance companies, brokerage and advisory firms, real estate related firms, insurance companies, and financial holding companies. It may invest in U.S. and foreign bonds, including up to 5% of net assets in below-investment-grade bonds rated as low as CCC by Standard & Poor's Ratings Services or Caa by Moody's Investors Service, Inc. and their unrated equivalents.