Eaton Vance Senior Income Trust

EVF

Market cap $90.3M

The Triple-Factor CEF screen highlights funds with >6.5% yield, >90% coverage, and discounts to NAV, balancing income, sustainability, and value. Top candidates like VVR, BGX, and DHF offer double-digit discounts, strong coverage, and yields up to 11.6%, presenting potential for both income and capital appreciation. Negative z-scores across several funds indicate they are trading well below historical valuation ranges, suggesting possible mean reversion opportunities.

Eaton Vance Senior Income Trust remains a hold as earnings have softened, but potential interest rate hikes could boost net investment income. EVF trades at a 12.19% discount to NAV, its deepest in years, which may appeal to income-focused investors seeking attractive entry points. The fund's high 7.5% yield is supported by floating-rate loans, but dividend coverage is inconsistent and vulnerable to defaults, especially in software holdings.

BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Eaton Vance Limited Duration Income Fund (NYSE American: EVV), Eaton Vance Senior Floating-Rate Trust (NYSE: EFR), and Eaton Vance Senior Income Trust (NYSE: EVF) (each a “Fund,” and together, the “Funds”) announced the final results of their respective voluntary tender offers (each, a “Tender Offer” and together, the “Tender Offers”) for up to 100% of such Fund's outstanding auction preferred shares (“APS”) at a price per share equal to 98% of the APS liquidation prefe.

BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--As previously disclosed, each of Eaton Vance Limited Duration Income Fund (NYSE American: EVV), Eaton Vance Senior Floating-Rate Trust (NYSE: EFR), and Eaton Vance Senior Income Trust (NYSE: EVF) (each a “Fund,” and together, the “Funds”) commenced a voluntary tender offer (each, a “Tender Offer” and together, the “Tender Offers”) for up to 100% of such Fund's outstanding auction preferred shares (“APS”) on April 30, 2026. The Tender Offers are intended to expire at 5:0.

We review the CEF market valuation and performance through the fourth week of April and highlight recent market action. CEF markets faced renewed risk aversion, with sector discounts widening to historical averages and MLPs and Convertibles led to the upside. Western Asset CEFs' NII remained largely stable; key drivers include short-term rate direction, liability management, and overdistribution.

BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Eaton Vance Limited Duration Income Fund (NYSE American: EVV), Eaton Vance Senior Floating-Rate Trust (NYSE: EFR), and Eaton Vance Senior Income Trust (NYSE: EVF) (each a “Fund,” and together, the “Funds”) announced that each Fund today commenced a voluntary tender offer (each, a “Tender Offer” and together, the “Tender Offers”) for up to 100% of its outstanding auction preferred shares (“APS”) at a price per share equal to 98% of the APS liquidation preference of $25,0.

BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Eaton Vance Limited Duration Income Fund (NYSE: EVV), Eaton Vance Senior Floating-Rate Trust (NYSE: EFR), and Eaton Vance Senior Income Trust (NYSE: EVF) (each a “Fund,” and together, the “Funds”) announced that the Board of Trustees of each Fund has authorized each Fund to conduct a voluntary tender offer for up to 100% of its outstanding auction preferred shares (“APS”) at a price per share equal to 98% of the APS liquidation preference of $25,000 per share (or $24,50.

Eaton Vance Senior Income Trust remains a hold, as its floating-rate loan focus faces headwinds from likely declining interest rates and shrinking distributions. EVF trades at an 8.7% discount to NAV and offers an 8.7% yield, but its aggressive leverage and below-investment-grade holdings increase risk. Distributions are covered by net investment income, but payouts are expected to decline as rates fall, and income is taxed as ordinary dividends.

The Triple-Factor CEF Report screens over 400 funds for high yield (>6.5%), strong coverage (>90%), and discount to NAV, balancing yield, sustainability, and value. Top lists include funds with widest discounts, best z-scores, highest yields, and best combined metrics, offering potential for price appreciation and enhanced yields. Explore top lists for further research; these shortlists are not final buy/sell recommendations. Always verify coverage ratios with official fund documents.

This report screens ~400 closed-end funds for those with distribution coverage above 100%, aiming to identify lower-risk income opportunities for investors. Key metrics include premium/discount, z-score, leverage, baseline expense, and coverage. Top picks feature funds that offer high yields, deep discounts, and strong coverage, highlighting attractive value and income potential.