The fund invests primarily in income-producing debt securities, preferred stocks, and convertible securities, with an emphasis on lower-quality debt securities. It invests in non-income producing securities, including defaulted securities and common stocks. The fund invests up to 20% of total assets in common stocks. It invests in companies in troubled or uncertain financial condition. The fund uses fundamental analysis of each issuer's financial condition and industry position and market and economic conditions to select investments.