Dean Equity Income Fund (DAEIX)

Overview

The described fund is a diversified investment fund that focuses primarily on investing in equity securities of U.S. large cap companies. It employs a strategy that includes direct investments in stocks or indirect investments through other investment vehicles such as exchange-traded funds (ETFs) that share a similar investment focus. Additionally, the fund diversifies its portfolio by investing in high-grade government bonds with maturities typically ranging from one to ten years. A distinctive feature of this fund is its strategic approach to occasionally overweight investments in certain market sectors, aiming to leverage sector-specific growth opportunities.

Products and Services

• Equity Securities of U.S. Large Cap Companies

  The fund primarily targets major U.S. companies by investing in their equity securities. These investments aim to capitalize on the growth and income generation potential of large cap companies in the U.S., offering stability and scalability. Investing directly in stocks or indirectly through ETFs or other investment companies allows for a broad exposure to the U.S. equity market.

• Investment in ETFs and Other Investment Companies

  For diversification and exposure to specific market segments, the fund may invest indirectly in equity securities by allocating funds to ETFs and other investment companies that primarily focus on U.S. large cap companies. This strategy enhances the fund's ability to spread risk and tap into the expertise of specialized fund managers.

• High-Grade Government Bonds

  The inclusion of high-grade government bonds with varying maturities, typically between one to ten years, is a strategy employed by the fund to balance its investment portfolio. These bonds provide a stable income stream and serve as a risk management tool, offsetting the volatility associated with equity investments.

• Sector-Specific Investment Strategy

  One of the innovative strategies of the fund is its occasional decision to overweight investments in certain market sectors. This approach is based on market analysis and the anticipation of sector growth, allowing the fund to potentially benefit from higher returns in sectors expected to outperform the broader market.