About ECLCX
Eaton Vance Growth Fund Class C is an actively managed mutual fund that primarily invests in a diversified portfolio of U.S. equity securities. The fund is designed to seek total return by focusing on companies with above-average growth potential and robust financial strength, making it a core holding for growth-oriented investors. Fund managers employ a long-term, disciplined approach, emphasizing both diversification and sensitivity to valuation by identifying strong franchise businesses trading at attractive prices. The portfolio features significant holdings in leading technology and innovation-driven sectors, with top positions including companies like NVIDIA, Microsoft, Amazon.com, Apple, and Alphabet. The fund applies a “growth-at-a-reasonable-price” philosophy, aiming to balance long-term capital appreciation with risk management. Established in 2002, Eaton Vance Growth Fund Class C has built a track record of systematic, research-driven investment, reflecting a commitment to fundamental analysis and prudent portfolio construction. The fund is managed by Eaton Vance, a subsidiary of Morgan Stanley Investment Management, and serves investors seeking broad exposure to large-cap growth companies in the U.S. equity market.
Fund Family Eaton Vance
Category Large-Cap Growth
Performance Rating Average
Risk Rating Average
Stock Exchange Nasdaq
Ticker Symbol ECLCX
Share Class Class C
Index Russell 1000 Growth TR
ECLCX had a total return of 5.95% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's
inception, the average annual return has been 10.28%.
