The Delaware Investments Dividend and Income Fund, Inc. functions as a closed-end equity mutual fund, initially brought into existence by Delaware Management Holdings, Inc., with Delaware Management Company overseeing its operations. This fund primarily directs its investments toward public stock markets in the United States, seeking to acquire shares of companies active in a diverse array of industries. A key component of its investment approach involves purchasing large-capitalization, dividend-paying value stocks. The performance of its portfolio is measured against two benchmarks: the S&P 500 Index and the Lipper Closed-End Income and Preferred Stock Funds Average. Established on March 26, 1993, the fund maintains its domicile within the United States.