Eaton Vance Floating Rate remains a standout despite a longtime manager’s upcoming retirement. Its cheaper share classes earn Morningstar Analyst Ratings of Silver and Bronze, while its more expensive shares are rated Neutral.
Eaton Vance Floating Rate C ECBLX
NAV / 1-Day Return
8.77
/
0.10
%
Total Assets
8.0 Bil
Adj. Expense Ratio
Adjusted Expense Ratio excludes certain variable investment-related expenses, such as interest from borrowings and dividends on borrowed securities, allowing for more consistent cost comparisons across funds.
1.770%
Expense Ratio
1.820%
Fee Level
Average
Longest Manager Tenure
14.23
years
Category
Bank Loan
Credit Quality / Interest Rate Sensitivity
Low / LimitedMin. Initial Investment
1,000
Status
Open
TTM Yield
2.31%
Effective Duration
0.36
years
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A manager departure doesn’t dent this stalwart bank-loan strategy.
