The objective of the Fund is to increase the value of the Fund (capital appreciation) over the long term through investment in high-quality, long-term growth companies.The Fund will invest at least two-thirds of its assets in securities issued by companies that have their headquarters in, or principally carry out their activities in Europe. While the Fund will primarily invest in shares and other securities related to shares, it may invest in investment-grade debt securities, such as European government bonds, where it is deemed in the best interest of the investors.