Eaton Vance Floating-Rate Income Trust — Cyborg Score 7/10

Solid
Asset Management

Strategic Profile

Founded in June 1988, the trust seeks to provide current income with capital preservation and offers investors access to a portfolio of floating-rate debt instruments. The fund targets income-focused investors seeking high current yield, with an annualized dividend yield of 7.7% as of April 2026.

Cyborg Score Rationale

Established closed-end fund with consistent dividend income, favorable recent performance exceeding the S&P 500 YTD, and a modest premium valuation. Limited by exposure to floating-rate credit markets and higher interest rate sensitivity, but stable dividend policy and experienced management provide steady income.

Top Insights

  • Market capitalization of approximately $286.5 million as of March 2026
  • Monthly dividend payments of $0.069 per share yielding 7.7% announced in April 2026
  • YTD return of 2.63% as of February 27, 2026, outperforming the S&P 500 at 0.49%
  • 26.6 million common shares outstanding as of December 2025

Named Competitors

  • BlackRock Floating Rate Income Strategies Fund — Floating-rate income fund with similar exposure to leveraged loans
  • PIMCO Dynamic Income Fund — Alternative income strategy targeting high current distributions
  • Invesco Floating Rate ETF — ETF alternative targeting floating-rate fixed income exposure

Recent Developments

  • (April 2026) Announced monthly dividend of $0.069 per share with 7.7% yield
  • (March 2026) Held annual shareholder meeting with trustee elections
  • (February 2026) Maintained dividend policy targeting income investors

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