Eaton Vance Total Return Bond Fund Class A (EBABX)
| Fund Assets | 4.08B |
| Expense Ratio | 0.74% |
| Min. Investment | $1,000 |
| Turnover | 420.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 0.51 |
| Dividend Yield | 4.73% |
| Dividend Growth | -3.53% |
| Payout Frequency | Monthly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Mar 31, 2026 |
| Previous Close | 10.52 |
| YTD Return | 0.10% |
| 1-Year Return | 6.30% |
| 5-Year Return | 6.56% |
| 52-Week Low | 10.25 |
| 52-Week High | 10.73 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 498 |
| 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 6.30% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 4.56%.
Top 10 Holdings
43.93% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| United States Treasury Notes 3.5% | T.3.5 11.15.28 | 10.88% |
| Morgan Stanley Inst Lqudty Gov Sec Ins | MUIXX | 7.54% |
| Federal National Mortgage Association 5% | FNCL.5 3.12 | 6.36% |
| United States Treasury Notes 3.5% | T.3.5 11.30.30 | 5.79% |
| United States Treasury Bonds 4.625% | T.4.625 11.15.45 | 3.79% |
| United States Treasury Notes 4% | T.4 02.15.34 | 3.26% |
| United States Treasury Notes 4.25% | T.4.25 05.15.35 | 2.57% |
| United States Treasury Bonds 3.375% | T.3.375 11.15.48 | 1.40% |
| Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp. 5.5% | FR.SD8493 | 1.26% |
| Federal National Mortgage Association 5.5% | FNCL.5.5 3.12 | 1.09% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 31, 2026 | $0.04027 | Mar 31, 2026 |
| 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 |