Eaton Vance Floating Rate Advantage 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 Advantage Adv EVFAX
NAV / 1-Day Return
10.56
/
0.09
%
Total Assets
8.3 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.
1.000%
Expense Ratio
1.600%
Fee Level
Above Average
Longest Manager Tenure
14.22
years
Category
Bank Loan
Credit Quality / Interest Rate Sensitivity
Low / LimitedMin. Initial Investment
1,000
Status
Open
TTM Yield
3.80%
Effective Duration
0.36
years
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Morningstar’s Analysis
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Will EVFAX outperform in future?
Get our overall rating based on a fundamental assessment of the pillars below.
Process Pillar
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People Pillar
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Parent Pillar
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A manager departure doesn’t dent this bold bank-loan strategy.
