The investment seeks maximum long-term total return, consistent with reasonable risk. The fund invests in the following three sectors of the fixed-income securities markets: the U.S. Investment Grade Sector, the U.S. High-Yield Sector, and the International Sector. It normally invest at least 80% of assets in fixed-income securities. The fund may hold a substantial portion of assets in cash or short-term fixed-income obligations. It may also use a wide range of hedging instruments. The fund's investments in emerging markets is limited to no more than 15% of assets.