ETJ

Eaton Vance Risk-Managed Diversified Equity Income Fund

ETJ

Market cap $603M

Overview Fund Activity

8.96 USD

-0.07

0.78%

At close Updated Sep 16, 4:00 PM EDT

1 day

-0.78%

5 days

-1.65%

1 month

0.11%

3 months

1.82%

6 months

4.19%

Year to date

-2.93%

1 year

-1.75%

5 years

-10.85%

10 years

-12.33%

About: Eaton Vance Risk-Managed Diversified Equity Income Fund is a diversified, closed-end management investment company. The fund's primary investment objective is to provide current income and gains, with a secondary objective of capital appreciation. The group invests in various sectors such as financials, healthcare, consumer discretionary, consumer staples, industrials, energy, utilities, telecommunication services, and materials. Under normal market conditions, the Fund's investment program consists of majorly owning a diversified portfolio of common stocks and employing a variety of options strategies.

Financials Asset Management

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Fund manager confidence

Based on 2025 Q2 regulatory disclosures by fund managers ($100M+ AUM)

233% more first-time investments, than exits

New positions opened: 20 | Existing positions closed: 6

13% more funds holding

Funds holding: 91 [Q1] → 103 (+12) [Q2]

11% more capital invested

Capital invested by funds: $114M [Q1] → $126M (+$12.3M) [Q2]

0.67% more ownership

Funds ownership: 19.95% [Q1] → 20.62% (+0.67%) [Q2]

31% less repeat investments, than reductions

Existing positions increased: 25 | Existing positions reduced: 36

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Financial journalist opinion

ETJ: An Efficient Buy-And-Hold Income Fund

ETJ offers an attractive 8.6% yield, monthly payouts, and a long-term record of capital preservation, making it ideal for income-focused investors. The fund's concentrated, high-quality equity portfolio and option-writing strategy generate consistent earnings, though capital appreciation is limited. ETJ trades at a 7.5% discount to NAV that is well below its historical average—presenting a compelling accumulation opportunity.

ETJ: An Efficient Buy-And-Hold Income Fund

Top 10 Income Funds From Eaton Vance

Eaton Vance's top taxable closed-end funds offer reliable monthly income, strong long-term returns, and are managed by highly skilled teams with proven track records. I prioritize funds trading at a discount to NAV with distribution yields near or above 8%, focusing on both income and capital appreciation potential. For total return, EOS and EOI are top picks; for dividend income, EVT (domestic) and ETG (global) provide diversification and attractive yields.

Top 10 Income Funds From Eaton Vance

Eaton Vance Closed-End Funds Release Estimated Sources of Distributions

BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Eaton Vance closed-end funds listed below released today the estimated sources of their June distributions (each a “Fund”). This press release is issued as required by the Funds' managed distribution plan (Plan) and an exemptive order received from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. The Board of Trustees has approved the implementation of the Plan to make monthly, as noted below, cash distributions to common shareholders, stated in terms of a fixed amount.

Eaton Vance Closed-End Funds Release Estimated Sources of Distributions

ETJ: Tax-Efficient Dividend Fund At A Discount (Rating Upgrade)

I'm upgrading ETJ to a buy due to its attractive 8.2% NAV discount and positive NAV growth over the past year. ETJ's 9% dividend yield is well-supported by earnings, with tax-efficient distributions ideal for income-focused, retired investors. The fund's option strategy limits upside but provides steady income, making it less suitable for younger, growth-oriented investors.

ETJ: Tax-Efficient Dividend Fund At A Discount (Rating Upgrade)

Weekly Closed-End Fund Roundup: CUBA Jumping On CLO Bandwagon (April 13, 2025)

10 out of 22 CEF sectors were positive on price and 5 out of 22 sectors were positive on NAV last week. Herzfeld Caribbean Basin Fund is jumping on the CLO bandwagon. CLM/CRF announces a rights offering.

Weekly Closed-End Fund Roundup: CUBA Jumping On CLO Bandwagon (April 13, 2025)

They Call ETJ A Risk-Managed Fund For A Reason

The Eaton Vance Risk-Managed Diversified Equity Income Fund, $8.03 closing market price, was built for this kind of a market. With its long-put options on the S&P 500 covering 96% of the closed-end fund's notional value, those Puts are kicking in now as they move into the money. Not only that, ETJ sells (writes) Call options on the S&P 500, which has been bringing in income to help support ETJ's 9.0% market yield, paid monthly.

They Call ETJ A Risk-Managed Fund For A Reason

Eaton Vance Closed-End Funds Release Estimated Sources of Distributions

BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Eaton Vance closed-end funds listed below released today the estimated sources of their February distributions (each a “Fund”). This press release is issued as required by the Funds' managed distribution plan (Plan) and an exemptive order received from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. The Board of Trustees has approved the implementation of the Plan to make monthly, as noted below, cash distributions to common shareholders, stated in terms of a fixed amo.

Eaton Vance Closed-End Funds Release Estimated Sources of Distributions

ETJ: A Monthly Distribution And Hedge Strategy, But With Mixed Results

Eaton Vance Risk-Managed Diversified Equity Income Fund employs an options collar strategy, combining covered calls and index puts for a defensive approach. ETJ's historical performance has been mixed, underperforming in bull markets but then catching up during downturns like Covid, though it struggled in the 2022 tech-driven bear market. The fund offers a regular monthly distribution with an 8.46% yield, appealing for those seeking income and a hedge, but the mixed results can give pause.

ETJ: A Monthly Distribution And Hedge Strategy, But With Mixed Results

Distribution Dates and Amounts Announced for Eaton Vance Closed-End Funds

BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The following Eaton Vance closed-end funds (the “Funds”) announced distributions today as detailed below. Declaration – 2/3/2025 Ex-Date – 2/13/2025 Record – 2/13/2025 Payable – 2/24/2025 Municipal Bond Funds: Fund Ticker Distribution Change From Prior Distribution Closing Market Price – 1/31/25 Distribution Rate at Market Price Eaton Vance California Municipal Income Trust CEV $0.0500 - $10.14 5.92% Eaton Vance Municipal Income Trust EVN $0.0513 - $10.31 5.97% Taxabl.

Distribution Dates and Amounts Announced for Eaton Vance Closed-End Funds

ETJ: Solid Fund For Retired Investors During Bull Markets

Eaton Vance Risk-Managed Diversified Equity Income Fund aims to generate attractive total returns via equities and a strategic option overlay. ETJ prioritizes dividends with its high dividend yield of 8.4%, but the fund is mostly reliant on net realized gains to fund the distributions. The fund's price trades at a 6.3% discount to NAV, presenting a potential entry opportunity, though its NAV has declined over recent years.

ETJ: Solid Fund For Retired Investors During Bull Markets

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