Overview

Historical Returns (%) as of Mar 31, 2024

Past performance is no guarantee of future results. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate so that shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Performance is for the stated time period only; due to market volatility, the Fund’s current performance may be lower or higher than quoted. Returns are historical and are calculated by determining the percentage change in net asset value (NAV) with all distributions reinvested. Returns for other classes of shares offered by the Fund are different. Performance less than or equal to one year is cumulative.
 

Fund Facts as of Mar 31, 2024

Class R6 Inception 12/01/2016
Performance Inception 01/30/2001
Investment Objective High current income
Total Net Assets $4.7B
Minimum Investment $5000000
Expense Ratio3 0.75%
Adjusted Expense Ratio 0.71%
CUSIP 27826A730
Adjusted Expense Ratios excludes certain investment expenses such as interest expense from borrowings and repurchase agreements and dividend expense from short sales, incurred directly by the Fund or indirectly through the Fund’s investment in underlying Eaton Vance Funds, if applicable none of which are paid to Eaton Vance.

Top 10 Issuers (%)4 as of Feb 29, 2024

Carnival Corporation 1.21
TransDigm Inc. 1.12
Ineos US Finance LLC 0.97
Uber Technologies Inc. 0.85
Go Daddy Operating Company LLC 0.84
American Airlines Inc. 0.84
Stars Group Holdings B.V. (The) 0.80
Applied Systems Inc. 0.80
Ultimate Software Group Inc (The) 0.78
Avolon TLB Borrower 1 (US) LLC 0.74
Total 8.94
 

Portfolio Management

Andrew N. Sveen, CFA Managed Fund since 2019
Ralph Hinckley, CFA Managed Fund since 2021
Jake Lemle, CFA Managed Fund since 2021

Portfolio profile subject to change due to active management. Percentages may not total 100% due to rounding. Fund invests in an affiliated investment company (Portfolio) with the same objective(s) and policies as the Fund. References to investments are to the Portfolio's holdings.

RISK CONSIDERATIONS 

The value of investments held by the Fund may increase or decrease in response to economic, and financial events (whether real, expected or perceived) in the U.S. and global markets. Loans are traded in a private, unregulated inter-dealer or inter-bank resale market and are generally subject to contractual restrictions that must be satisfied before a loan can be bought or sold. These restrictions may impede the Fund's ability to buy or sell loans (thus affecting their liquidity) and may negatively impact the transaction price. It may take longer than seven days for transactions in loans to settle. Due to the possibility of an extended loan settlement process, the Fund may hold cash, sell investments or temporarily borrow from banks or other lenders to meet short-term liquidity needs. Loans may be structured such that they are not securities under securities law, and in the event of fraud or misrepresentation by a borrower, lenders may not have the protection of the anti-fraud provisions of the federal securities laws. Loans are also subject to risks associated with other types of income investments. Investments in debt instruments may be affected by changes in the creditworthiness of the issuer and are subject to the risk of non-payment of principal and interest. The value of income securities also may decline because of real or perceived concerns about the issuer's ability to make principal and interest payments. Investments rated below investment grade (sometimes referred to as "junk") are typically subject to greater price volatility and illiquidity than higher rated investments. As interest rates rise, the value of certain income investments is likely to decline. The London Interbank Offered Rate or LIBOR, is used throughout global banking and financial industries to determine interest rates for a variety of financial instruments (such as debt instruments and derivatives) and borrowing arrangements. The ICE Benchmark Administration Limited, the administrator of LIBOR, ceased publishing certain LIBOR settings on December 31, 2021, and is expected to cease publishing the remaining LIBOR settings on June 30, 2023. The transition process may involve, among other things, increased volatility or illiquidity in markets for instruments that currently rely on LIBOR, such as floating-rate debt obligations. Investments in foreign instruments or currencies can involve greater risk and volatility than U.S. investments because of adverse market, economic, political, regulatory, geopolitical, currency exchange rates or other conditions. Changes in the value of investments entered for hedging purposes may not match those of the position being hedged. The Fund is exposed to liquidity risk when trading volume, lack of a market maker or trading partner, large position size, market conditions, or legal restrictions impair its ability to sell particular investments or to sell them at advantageous market prices. The impact of the coronavirus on global markets could last for an extended period and could adversely affect the Fund’s performance. No fund is a complete investment program and you may lose money investing in a fund. The Fund may engage in other investment practices that may involve additional risks and you should review the Fund prospectus for a complete description.


1. Diversification cannot ensure a profit or eliminate the risk of loss.
2. Morningstar LSTA US Leveraged Loan TR USD Index is an unmanaged index of the institutional leveraged loan market. Prior to August 29, 2022, the index name was S&P/LSTA Leveraged Loan Index.Unless otherwise stated, index returns do not reflect the effect of any applicable sales charges, commissions, expenses, taxes or leverage, as applicable. It is not possible to invest directly in an index. Historical performance of the index illustrates market trends and does not represent the past or future performance of the fund.
3. Source: Fund prospectus.
4. Percent of total net assets.

Performance

Historical Returns (%) as of Mar 31, 2024

Past performance is no guarantee of future results. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate so that shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Performance is for the stated time period only; due to market volatility, the Fund’s current performance may be lower or higher than quoted. Returns are historical and are calculated by determining the percentage change in net asset value (NAV) with all distributions reinvested. Returns for other classes of shares offered by the Fund are different. Performance less than or equal to one year is cumulative.
 

Calendar Year Returns (%)

2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023
Fund at NAV — -1.64 11.18 4.41 0.95 7.11 2.43 4.35 -2.30 12.27
Morningstar® LSTA® US Leveraged Loan Index2 1.60 -0.69 10.16 4.12 0.44 8.64 3.12 5.20 -0.77 13.32
 

Fund Facts

Class R6 Inception 12/01/2016
Performance Inception 01/30/2001
Expense Ratio3 0.75%
Adjusted Expense Ratio 0.71%
Distribution Frequency Monthly
Adjusted Expense Ratios excludes certain investment expenses such as interest expense from borrowings and repurchase agreements and dividend expense from short sales, incurred directly by the Fund or indirectly through the Fund’s investment in underlying Eaton Vance Funds, if applicable none of which are paid to Eaton Vance.

Yield Information as of Mar 31, 2024

Distribution Rate at NAV 8.55%
SEC 30-day Yield6 8.68%
 

Morningstar Rating™ as of Mar 31, 2024

Time Period Rating Funds in
Bank Loan
Category
Overall 214
3 Years 214
5 Years 206
10 Years 169
The Morningstar Rating™ for funds, or "star rating", is calculated for managed products (including mutual funds and exchange-traded funds) with at least a three-year history. Exchange-traded funds and open-ended mutual funds are considered a single population for comparative purposes. It is calculated based on a Morningstar Risk-Adjusted Return measure that accounts for variation in a managed product's monthly excess performance, placing more emphasis on downward variations and rewarding consistent performance. The top 10% of products in each product category receive 5 stars, the next 22.5% receive 4 stars, the next 35% receive 3 stars, the next 22.5% receive 2 stars, and the bottom 10% receive 1 star.

The Overall Morningstar Rating for a managed product is derived from a weighted average of the performance figures associated with its three-, five-, and 10-year (if applicable) Morningstar Rating metrics. The weights are: 100% three-year rating for 36-59 months of total returns, 60% five-year rating/40% three-year rating for 60-119 months of total returns, and 50% 10-year rating/30% five-year rating/20% three-year rating for 120 or more months of total returns. While the 10-year overall star rating formula seems to give the most weight to the 10-year period, the most recent three-year period actually has the greatest impact because it is included in all three rating periods. Star ratings do not reflect the effect of any applicable sales load. Hollow stars denote Morningstar Extended Performance Ratings and are considered estimates based on the performance of the fund's oldest share class, adjusted for fees and expenses.

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NAV History

Date NAV NAV Change
Apr 15, 2024 $8.42 $0.00
Apr 12, 2024 $8.42 $0.00
Apr 11, 2024 $8.42 -$0.01
Apr 10, 2024 $8.43 -$0.01
Apr 09, 2024 $8.44 $0.00
Apr 08, 2024 $8.44 $0.00
Apr 05, 2024 $8.44 $0.00
Apr 04, 2024 $8.44 $0.00
Apr 03, 2024 $8.44 $0.00
Apr 02, 2024 $8.44 $0.00
 

Distribution History7

Ex-Date Distribution Reinvest NAV
Mar 28, 2024 $0.06111 $8.44
Feb 29, 2024 $0.05793 $8.43
Jan 31, 2024 $0.06252 $8.42
Dec 29, 2023 $0.09038 $8.43
Nov 30, 2023 $0.06295 $8.38
Oct 31, 2023 $0.06083 $8.31
Sep 29, 2023 $0.05687 $8.39
Aug 31, 2023 $0.06398 $8.42
Jul 31, 2023 $0.06083 $8.39
Jun 30, 2023 $0.05782 $8.33
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No records in this table indicates that there has not been a distribution greater than .0001 within the past 3 years.
Fund prospectus
 

Capital Gain History7

Ex-Date Short-Term Long-Term Reinvest NAV
No records in this table indicates that there has not been a capital gain greater than .0001 within the past 3 years.
Fund prospectus

Portfolio profile subject to change due to active management. Percentages may not total 100% due to rounding. Fund invests in an affiliated investment company (Portfolio) with the same objective(s) and policies as the Fund. References to investments are to the Portfolio's holdings.

RISK CONSIDERATIONS 

The value of investments held by the Fund may increase or decrease in response to economic, and financial events (whether real, expected or perceived) in the U.S. and global markets. Loans are traded in a private, unregulated inter-dealer or inter-bank resale market and are generally subject to contractual restrictions that must be satisfied before a loan can be bought or sold. These restrictions may impede the Fund's ability to buy or sell loans (thus affecting their liquidity) and may negatively impact the transaction price. It may take longer than seven days for transactions in loans to settle. Due to the possibility of an extended loan settlement process, the Fund may hold cash, sell investments or temporarily borrow from banks or other lenders to meet short-term liquidity needs. Loans may be structured such that they are not securities under securities law, and in the event of fraud or misrepresentation by a borrower, lenders may not have the protection of the anti-fraud provisions of the federal securities laws. Loans are also subject to risks associated with other types of income investments. Investments in debt instruments may be affected by changes in the creditworthiness of the issuer and are subject to the risk of non-payment of principal and interest. The value of income securities also may decline because of real or perceived concerns about the issuer's ability to make principal and interest payments. Investments rated below investment grade (sometimes referred to as "junk") are typically subject to greater price volatility and illiquidity than higher rated investments. As interest rates rise, the value of certain income investments is likely to decline. The London Interbank Offered Rate or LIBOR, is used throughout global banking and financial industries to determine interest rates for a variety of financial instruments (such as debt instruments and derivatives) and borrowing arrangements. The ICE Benchmark Administration Limited, the administrator of LIBOR, ceased publishing certain LIBOR settings on December 31, 2021, and is expected to cease publishing the remaining LIBOR settings on June 30, 2023. The transition process may involve, among other things, increased volatility or illiquidity in markets for instruments that currently rely on LIBOR, such as floating-rate debt obligations. Investments in foreign instruments or currencies can involve greater risk and volatility than U.S. investments because of adverse market, economic, political, regulatory, geopolitical, currency exchange rates or other conditions. Changes in the value of investments entered for hedging purposes may not match those of the position being hedged. The Fund is exposed to liquidity risk when trading volume, lack of a market maker or trading partner, large position size, market conditions, or legal restrictions impair its ability to sell particular investments or to sell them at advantageous market prices. The impact of the coronavirus on global markets could last for an extended period and could adversely affect the Fund’s performance. No fund is a complete investment program and you may lose money investing in a fund. The Fund may engage in other investment practices that may involve additional risks and you should review the Fund prospectus for a complete description.


2. Morningstar LSTA US Leveraged Loan TR USD Index is an unmanaged index of the institutional leveraged loan market. Prior to August 29, 2022, the index name was S&P/LSTA Leveraged Loan Index.Unless otherwise stated, index returns do not reflect the effect of any applicable sales charges, commissions, expenses, taxes or leverage, as applicable. It is not possible to invest directly in an index. Historical performance of the index illustrates market trends and does not represent the past or future performance of the fund.
3. Source: Fund prospectus.
5. The Morningstar Bank Loan Category includes funds that invest primarily in floating-rate bank loans, instead of bonds, with interest payments that typically float above a common benchmark.
6. SEC 30-day yield is a standardized measure based on the estimated yield to maturity of a fund's investments over a 30-day period and is based on the maximum offer price at the date specified. The SEC 30-day yield is not based on the distributions made by the fund, which may differ. Distribution Rate at NAV is calculated by dividing the last distribution paid per share (annualized) by NAV. The Fund's monthly distribution may be comprised of ordinary income, net realized capital gains and returns of capital.
7. A portion of the Fund's returns may be comprised of return of capital or short term capital gains. The Fund will determine the tax characteristics of all Fund distributions after the end of the calendar year and will provide shareholders such information at that time. Please consult your tax advisor for further information.

Portfolio

Asset Mix (%)4 as of Feb 29, 2024

Portfolio Statistics as of Feb 29, 2024

Number of Loan Issuers 367
Number of Industries 53
Average Coupon 8.79
Average Maturity 4.68 yrs.
Average Loan Size (% of TNA) 0.22%
Average Loan Size $12.2M
Average Duration 0.41 yrs.
Average Price $95.65
 

Sector Breakdown (%)4 as of Feb 29, 2024

Software 12.31
Hotels Restaurants & Leisure 5.98
Chemicals 5.09
Machinery 4.40
Health Care Providers & Services 4.32
Capital Markets 4.22
Professional Services 3.62
IT Services 3.58
Trading Companies & Distributors 2.89
Commercial Services & Supplies 2.22
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Credit Quality (%)8 as of Feb 29, 2024

BBB 6.52
BB 25.80
B 53.29
CCC or Lower 6.75
Not Rated 7.63
Total 100.00
Credit ratings are categorized using S&P. Ratings, which are subject to change, apply to the creditworthiness of the issuers of the underlying securities and not to the Fund or its shares. Credit ratings measure the quality of a bond based on the issuer's creditworthiness, with ratings ranging from AAA, being the highest, to D, being the lowest based on S&P's measures. Ratings of BBB or higher by S&P are considered to be investment-grade quality. Credit ratings are based largely on the ratings agency's analysis at the time of rating. The rating assigned to any particular security is not necessarily a reflection of the issuer's current financial condition and does not necessarily reflect its assessment of the volatility of a security's market value or of the liquidity of an investment in the security. Holdings designated as "Not Rated" are not rated by S&P.
 

Maturity Distribution (%)4,9 as of Feb 29, 2024

Less than 1 Year 3.60
1 to 3 Years 13.00
3 to 5 Years 49.28
5 to 10 Years 32.91
10 to 20 Years 1.20
20 To 30 Years 0.00
Total 100.00

Assets by Country (%)4 as of Feb 29, 2024

United States 80.13
Luxembourg 4.86
Netherlands 3.12
Canada 2.76
United Kingdom 2.19
France 2.17
Germany 2.12
Other 2.65
 

Loan Type (%)10,11,12 as of Feb 29, 2024

First Lien 98.54
Second Lien 1.46
 

Fund Holdings4,13,14 as of Feb 29, 2024

Holding Coupon Rate Maturity Date % of Net Assets
MSILF GOVERNMENT PORTFOLIO 5.21% 12/31/2030 2.60%
EURO 1.08%
Uber Technologies Inc 8.08% 03/04/2030 1.00%
Go Daddy 7.33% 11/09/2029 1.00%
Applied Systems Inc 8.82% 02/07/2031 0.94%
Avolon TLB Borrower 1 US LLC 7.86% 06/22/2028 0.88%
Select Medical Corporation 8.33% 03/06/2027 0.76%
UKG Inc. 8.81% 02/10/2031 0.76%
Coinmach 9.62% 03/04/2028 0.75%
Epicor 8.69% 07/30/2027 0.74%
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Portfolio profile subject to change due to active management. Percentages may not total 100% due to rounding. Fund invests in an affiliated investment company (Portfolio) with the same objective(s) and policies as the Fund. References to investments are to the Portfolio's holdings.

RISK CONSIDERATIONS 

The value of investments held by the Fund may increase or decrease in response to economic, and financial events (whether real, expected or perceived) in the U.S. and global markets. Loans are traded in a private, unregulated inter-dealer or inter-bank resale market and are generally subject to contractual restrictions that must be satisfied before a loan can be bought or sold. These restrictions may impede the Fund's ability to buy or sell loans (thus affecting their liquidity) and may negatively impact the transaction price. It may take longer than seven days for transactions in loans to settle. Due to the possibility of an extended loan settlement process, the Fund may hold cash, sell investments or temporarily borrow from banks or other lenders to meet short-term liquidity needs. Loans may be structured such that they are not securities under securities law, and in the event of fraud or misrepresentation by a borrower, lenders may not have the protection of the anti-fraud provisions of the federal securities laws. Loans are also subject to risks associated with other types of income investments. Investments in debt instruments may be affected by changes in the creditworthiness of the issuer and are subject to the risk of non-payment of principal and interest. The value of income securities also may decline because of real or perceived concerns about the issuer's ability to make principal and interest payments. Investments rated below investment grade (sometimes referred to as "junk") are typically subject to greater price volatility and illiquidity than higher rated investments. As interest rates rise, the value of certain income investments is likely to decline. The London Interbank Offered Rate or LIBOR, is used throughout global banking and financial industries to determine interest rates for a variety of financial instruments (such as debt instruments and derivatives) and borrowing arrangements. The ICE Benchmark Administration Limited, the administrator of LIBOR, ceased publishing certain LIBOR settings on December 31, 2021, and is expected to cease publishing the remaining LIBOR settings on June 30, 2023. The transition process may involve, among other things, increased volatility or illiquidity in markets for instruments that currently rely on LIBOR, such as floating-rate debt obligations. Investments in foreign instruments or currencies can involve greater risk and volatility than U.S. investments because of adverse market, economic, political, regulatory, geopolitical, currency exchange rates or other conditions. Changes in the value of investments entered for hedging purposes may not match those of the position being hedged. The Fund is exposed to liquidity risk when trading volume, lack of a market maker or trading partner, large position size, market conditions, or legal restrictions impair its ability to sell particular investments or to sell them at advantageous market prices. The impact of the coronavirus on global markets could last for an extended period and could adversely affect the Fund’s performance. No fund is a complete investment program and you may lose money investing in a fund. The Fund may engage in other investment practices that may involve additional risks and you should review the Fund prospectus for a complete description.


4. Percent of total net assets.
8. Percent of bond holdings.
9. The "Equity/Other" category includes securities that have no maturity date. Cash & equivalents are included within the "Less Than 1 Year" category.
10. Percent of loan holdings.
11. Includes 87.27% Covenant-Lite Loans.
12. Second lien loans are subordinate to first lien loans and therefore have a lesser claim to collateral. Covenant-lite first lien loans do not require financial maintenance convenants.
13. The following list reflects unaudited securities holdings (excluding derivatives positions). Holdings information may differ if presented as of trade date. Due to rounding, holdings of less than 0.005% may show as 0.00%. Portfolio information subject to change due to active management.
14. The stated interest rate represents the weighted average interest rate of all loans made under senior loan facility and includes commitment fees on unfunded loan commitments, if any, and will vary over time.

Management

Andrew N. Sveen, CFA

Andrew N. Sveen, CFA

Managing Director, Chairman of MSIM Fixed Income and Head of Floating-Rate Loans
Joined Eaton Vance 1999

Biography

Andrew Sveen is the Chairman of MSIM Fixed Income. In addition, he is the Head of Floating-Rate Loans and a portfolio manager on the Floating-Rate Loans team. He is responsible for buy and sell decisions, portfolio construction, and risk management for the firm's floating-rate loan strategies. He joined Eaton Vance in 1999. Morgan Stanley acquired Eaton Vance in March 2021.

Andrew began his career in the investment industry in 1995. Previously at Eaton Vance, he was a Director within Loan Trading and Capital Markets. Before joining Eaton Vance, he worked as a corporate lending officer at State Street Bank.

Andrew earned a B.A. from Dartmouth College and an M.B.A. from the William E. Simon School at the University of Rochester. He also holds the Chartered Financial Analyst designation. Andrew serves as a member of the Board of Directors of the Loan Syndications and Trading Association (LSTA).

Education
  • B.A. Dartmouth College
  • M.B.A. University of Rochester

Experience
  • Managed Fund since 2019

Other funds managed
 
Ralph Hinckley, CFA

Ralph Hinckley, CFA

Managing Director, Portfolio Manager
Joined Eaton Vance 2003

Biography

Ralph Hinckley is a portfolio manager on the Floating-Rate Loans team. He is responsible for buy and sell decisions, portfolio construction and risk management for the firm's floating-rate loan strategies. He joined Eaton Vance in 2003. Morgan Stanley acquired Eaton Vance in March 2021.

Ralph began his career in the investment management industry in 1997. Before joining Eaton Vance, he was a vice president in the communications lending division of Citizens Bank and its credit training program and a lending officer at State Street Bank.

Ralph earned a B.A. from Bates College and an MBA, with honors, from Boston University Graduate School of Management. He is a member of the CFA Society Boston and is a CFA charterholder.

Education
  • B.A. Bates College
  • M.B.A. Boston University

Experience
  • Managed Fund since 2021

Other funds managed
 
Jake Lemle, CFA

Jake Lemle, CFA

Managing Director, Portfolio Manager
Joined Eaton Vance 2007

Biography

Jake Lemle is the director of loan trading and a portfolio manager on the Floating-Rate Loans team. He is responsible for trading high-yield loans and bonds for the senior debt group as well as public funds, separate accounts, commingled institutional accounts and structured products. He also has responsibilities for buy and sell decisions, portfolio construction and risk management. He began his career in the investment management industry with Eaton Vance in 2007. Morgan Stanley acquired Eaton Vance in March 2021.

Jake earned a B.S. from Georgetown University. He is on the board of advisors of Artists for Humanity in South Boston and a member of the Acquisitions Circle of the Institute of Contemporary Art, Boston. He is a CFA charterholder.

Education
  • B.S. Georgetown University

Experience
  • Managed Fund since 2021

Other funds managed
 

Literature

Literature

Fact Sheet

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Floating-Rate Loan Funds Quarterly Investment Review

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Monthly Review

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Annual Report

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Full Prospectus

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Q1 Holdings

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Q3 Holdings

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Holdings - Form N-PORT

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SAI

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Semi-Annual Report

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Summary Prospectus

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