ETY (Eaton Vance Tax-mgd Dvsf Eq Fd) Moat Score: 3/10 (As of Jul. 26, 2026)

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ETY Eaton Vance Tax-mgd Dvsf Eq Inc Fd ETY
53 GF Score
Price $14.24
GF Value $22.11
Valuation Possible Value Trap
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is Eaton Vance Tax-mgd Dvsf Eq Fd Moat Score?

Eaton Vance Tax-mgd Dvsf Eq Fd ETY +0.35% 53 Moat Score is 3 as of Jul. 26, 2026. GuruFocus rates ETY with a GF Score™ of 53/100 and a GF Value™ of $22.11 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,697 Asset Management companies, Eaton Vance Tax-mgd Dvsf Eq Fd ranks better than 90.69% on this metric.

Eaton Vance Tax-mgd Dvsf Eq Fd has the Moat Score of 3, which implies that the company might have No Moat - Very weak/transient advantages.

Eaton Vance Tax-mgd Dvsf Eq Fd has No Moat: Eaton Vance Tax-mgd Dvsf Eq Inc Fd lacks significant competitive advantages. It does not exhibit strong brand strength, network effects, or regulatory barriers, resulting in a weak competitive position.

Moat Score is a ranking system developed by GuruFocus to assess a company's ability to sustain a competitive advantage, rated on a scale from 0 to 10. It takes into account key factors such as market leadership, cost advantages, network effects, customer switching costs, and more.

The company's Moat Score is based on these criteria:

1. Market leadership and sustainable market share
2. Network effects and significant customer switching costs
3. Valuable intellectual property and patents
4. Strong brand strength and deep customer loyalty
5. Durable cost advantages (e.g., economies of scale, proprietary technology)
6. Significant regulatory barriers and exclusive licenses
7. Superior distribution network
8. Strong and sustainable pricing power
9. Consistent and impactful innovation and R&D capabilities

Based on the research, GuruFocus believes Eaton Vance Tax-mgd Dvsf Eq Fd might have No Moat - Very weak/transient advantages.

Eaton Vance Tax-mgd Dvsf Eq Fd  (NYSE:ETY) Moat Score Explanation

The Moat Score ranges from 0 to 10, with 10 as the highest. GuruFocus divided Moat Score into following 8 categories:

Moat Score Moat Level
10Wide Moat - Exceptionally dominant and durable wide moat
8 - 9Wide Moat - Clear and robust wide moat
7Wide Moat - Entry-level wide moat, clearly possessing durable advantages
6Narrow Moat - Strong narrow moat, clearly distinguishable but not wide
5Narrow Moat - Solid narrow moat
4Narrow Moat - Discernible but modest moat
1 - 3No Moat - Very weak/transient advantages
0No Moat - No discernible moat

Eaton Vance Tax-mgd Dvsf Eq Fd Moat Score Related Terms

ETY vs GOF, RVT, NMZ: Moat Score Comparison

For the Asset Management subindustry, Eaton Vance Tax-mgd Dvsf Eq Fd's Moat Score, along with its competitors' market caps and Moat Score data, can be viewed below:

* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.

Eaton Vance Tax-mgd Dvsf Eq Fd Moat Score vs Asset Management Industry

For the Asset Management industry and Financial Services sector, Eaton Vance Tax-mgd Dvsf Eq Fd's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Eaton Vance Tax-mgd Dvsf Eq Fd's Moat Score falls into.


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What does a Moat Score of 3 mean?
Eaton Vance Tax-mgd Dvsf Eq Fd (ETY) has a Moat Score of 3 as of Jul. 26, 2026. Moat Score is a ranking system developed by GuruFocus to assess a company's ability to sustain a competitive advantage, rated on a scale from 0 to 10. It takes into account key factors such as market leadership, cost advantages, network effects, customer switching costs, and more. According to the industry distribution chart, Eaton Vance Tax-mgd Dvsf Eq Fd ranks #158 out of 1697 companies in the Asset Management industry, placing it in the top 9.3%.
Is Eaton Vance Tax-mgd Dvsf Eq Fd's Moat Score too high?
Eaton Vance Tax-mgd Dvsf Eq Fd's current Moat Score is 3. Based on the distribution chart, Eaton Vance Tax-mgd Dvsf Eq Fd ranks #158 out of 1697 companies in the Asset Management industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Eaton Vance Tax-mgd Dvsf Eq Fd has a GF Score™ of 53/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Eaton Vance Tax-mgd Dvsf Eq Fd's Moat Score compare to GOF and RVT?
According to the Asset Management industry distribution chart, Eaton Vance Tax-mgd Dvsf Eq Fd ranks #158 out of 1697 companies for Moat Score. This places Eaton Vance Tax-mgd Dvsf Eq Fd in the top 9% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Moat Score for an Asset Management company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Asset Management industry context. However, Moat Score should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Moat Score mean?
A high Moat Score can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Moat Score is a ranking system developed by GuruFocus to assess a company's ability to sustain a competitive advantage, rated on a scale from 0 to 10. It takes into account key factors such as market leadership, cost advantages, network effects, customer switching costs, and more. Eaton Vance Tax-mgd Dvsf Eq Fd's current Moat Score is 3. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Eaton Vance Tax-mgd Dvsf Eq Fd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Eaton Vance Tax-mgd Dvsf Eq Fd (ETY) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is $22.11, compared to a current price of $14.24 — trading 35.6% below its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 3. Eaton Vance Tax-mgd Dvsf Eq Fd's overall GF Score™ is 53/100 with 2 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Moat Score calculated?
Moat Score is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Eaton Vance Tax-mgd Dvsf Eq Fd (ETY), the current Moat Score is 3 as of Jul. 26, 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is Eaton Vance Tax-mgd Dvsf Eq Fd (ETY) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Eaton Vance Tax-mgd Dvsf Eq Fd stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $14.24 is trading 35.6% below its estimated GF Value™ of $22.11. GuruFocus considers Eaton Vance Tax-mgd Dvsf Eq Fd to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for ETY:

  • Moat Score: 3
  • GF Value™: $22.11 vs. price of $14.24 (35.6% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 53/100 with 2 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the ETY stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

Eaton Vance Tax-mgd Dvsf Eq Fd Business Description

Address One Post Office Square, Boston, MA, USA, 02109
Eaton Vance Tax-mgd Dvsf Eq Inc Fd is a diversified, closed-end management investment company. Its primary investment objective is to provide current income and gains. The secondary objective of the fund is capital appreciation. Its portfolio of investments consists of capital markets, banks, internet and direct marketing retail, biotechnology, media, oil, gas, and consumable fuels, and other sectors.
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$14.24
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