Eaton Vance Total Return Bond Fund Class A (EBABX)
| Fund Assets | 4.06B |
| Expense Ratio | 0.74% |
| Min. Investment | $1,000 |
| Turnover | 420.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 0.52 |
| Dividend Yield | 4.80% |
| Dividend Growth | -3.39% |
| Payout Frequency | Monthly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Feb 27, 2026 |
| Previous Close | 10.43 |
| YTD Return | -0.75% |
| 1-Year Return | 5.62% |
| 5-Year Return | 6.34% |
| 52-Week Low | 10.18 |
| 52-Week High | 10.73 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 500 |
| Inception Date | Nov 17, 2009 |
About EBABX
Eaton Vance Total Return Bond Fund Class A is a mutual fund specializing in fixed income investing within the intermediate core-plus bond category. Its primary objective is to deliver total return by combining current income generation with long-term capital appreciation. The fund accomplishes this by actively managing a diversified portfolio, investing at least 80% of its assets in a mix of bonds and other fixed and floating-rate income instruments, following a relative value approach rooted in fundamentals and risk management. Notably, the fund explores opportunities both within and beyond its benchmark, covering sectors such as investment-grade and high-yield debt, and can include non-U.S. sovereign and corporate bonds, convertibles, and floating-rate loans—subject to specific limits on lower-rated and non-USD securities. Backed by an experienced portfolio management team, the fund emphasizes nimbleness in navigating bond markets and complements traditional strategies. With over $1 billion in assets, monthly distributions, and a long-standing history since 2009, Eaton Vance Total Return Bond Fund Class A plays a significant role for investors seeking diversified fixed income exposure while balancing income needs and risk control in their portfolios.
Performance
EBABX had a total return of 5.62% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 4.52%.
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 27, 2026 | $0.03971 | Feb 27, 2026 |
| Jan 30, 2026 | $0.04203 | Jan 30, 2026 |
| Dec 31, 2025 | $0.04791 | Dec 31, 2025 |
| Nov 28, 2025 | $0.04338 | Nov 28, 2025 |
| Oct 31, 2025 | $0.04372 | Oct 31, 2025 |
| Sep 30, 2025 | $0.04326 | Sep 30, 2025 |