EVV (Eaton Vance Durationome Fund) Dividend Payout Ratio: 43.40 (As of Mar. 2026) — 3238% Above Median


EVV Eaton Vance Ltd Duration Income Fund EVV
45 GF Score
Price $9.26
GF Value $6.40
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 9 Warning Signs
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What is Eaton Vance Durationome Fund Dividend Payout Ratio?

Eaton Vance Durationome Fund EVV -0.32% 45 Dividend Payout Ratio is 43.40 as of Mar. 2026, which is 3238% above its 10-year median of 1.30. GuruFocus rates EVV with a GF Scoreâ„¢ of 45/100 and a GF Valueâ„¢ of $6.40 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 9 warning signs investors should review. Among 931 Asset Management companies, Eaton Vance Durationome Fund ranks worse than 76.91% on this metric.

The Dividend Payout Ratio is the measure of dividends paid out to shareholders relative to the company's net income. It is calculated as the Dividends per Share divided by the Earnings per Share (Diluted) during the same time period. Eaton Vance Durationome Fund's Dividend Payout Ratio for the months ended in Mar. 2026 was 43.40.

Warning Sign:

If a company's dividend payout ratio is too high, its dividend may not be sustainable. The dividend payout ratio of Eaton Vance Ltd Duration Income Fund is 1.41, which seems too high.

The historical rank and industry rank for Eaton Vance Durationome Fund's Dividend Payout Ratio or its related term are showing as below:

EVV' s Dividend Payout Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.4   Med: 1.3   Max: 1.66
Current: 1.41


During the past 13 years, the highest Dividend Payout Ratio of Eaton Vance Durationome Fund was 1.66. The lowest was 0.40. And the median was 1.30.

EVV's Dividend Payout Ratio is ranked worse than
76.91% of 931 companies
in the Asset Management industry
Industry Median: 0.7 vs EVV: 1.41

As of today (2026-06-28), the Dividend Yield % of Eaton Vance Durationome Fund is 9.42%.

During the past 13 years, the highest Trailing Annual Dividend Yield of Eaton Vance Durationome Fund was 13.54%. The lowest was 6.35%. And the median was 9.16%.

Eaton Vance Durationome Fund's Dividends per Share for the months ended in Mar. 2026 was $0.43.

During the past 12 months, Eaton Vance Durationome Fund's average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was -5.30% per year. During the past 3 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was -9.00% per year. During the past 5 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was -7.10% per year. During the past 10 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was -0.90% per year.

During the past 13 years, the highest 3-Year average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate of Eaton Vance Durationome Fund was 11.10% per year. The lowest was -10.50% per year. And the median was -5.60% per year.

The growth rate is calculated with least square regression.

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* Please note that "special dividend" is not included in the calculation of dividend per share and related fields.


Eaton Vance Durationome Fund (AMEX:EVV) Dividend Payout Ratio Explanation

In dividends investing, Dividend Payout Ratio and Dividend Growth Rate are the two most important variables for consideration. A lower payout ratio may indicate that the company has more room to increase its dividends.


Eaton Vance Durationome Fund Dividend Payout Ratio Related Terms


Eaton Vance Durationome Fund Dividend Payout Ratio Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Eaton Vance Durationome Fund's Dividend Payout Ratio can be seen below:

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Eaton Vance Durationome Fund Dividend Payout Ratio Chart

Eaton Vance Durationome Fund Annual Data
Trend Mar17 Mar18 Mar19 Mar20 Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
Dividend Payout Ratio
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 0.00 0.00 0.89 1.30 1.41

Eaton Vance Durationome Fund Semi-Annual Data
Sep16 Mar17 Sep17 Mar18 Sep18 Mar19 Sep19 Mar20 Sep20 Mar21 Sep21 Mar22 Sep22 Mar23 Sep23 Mar24 Sep24 Mar25 Sep25 Mar26
Dividend Payout Ratio Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 0.54 0.75 6.34 0.72 43.40

EVV vs PTA, AOD, BTX: Dividend Payout Ratio Comparison

For the Asset Management subindustry, Eaton Vance Durationome Fund's Dividend Payout Ratio, along with its competitors' market caps and Dividend Payout Ratio 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 Durationome Fund Dividend Payout Ratio vs Asset Management Industry

For the Asset Management industry and Financial Services sector, Eaton Vance Durationome Fund's Dividend Payout Ratio distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Eaton Vance Durationome Fund's Dividend Payout Ratio falls into.


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Eaton Vance Durationome Fund Dividend Payout Ratio Calculation

The Dividend Payout Ratio is the measure of dividends paid out to shareholders relative to the company's net income. It is calculated as the Dividends per Share divided by the Earnings per Share (Diluted) during the same time period.

Eaton Vance Durationome Fund's Dividend Payout Ratio for the fiscal year that ended in Mar. 2026 is calculated as

Dividend Payout Ratio=Dividends per Share (A: Mar. 2026 )/ EPS without NRI (A: Mar. 2026 )
=0.874/ 0.62
=1.41

Eaton Vance Durationome Fund's Dividend Payout Ratio for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 is calculated as

Dividend Payout Ratio=Dividends per Share (Q: Mar. 2026 )/ EPS without NRI (Q: Mar. 2026 )
=0.434/ 0.01
=43.40

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Dividend Payout Ratio →
What does a Dividend Payout Ratio of 43.40 mean?
Eaton Vance Durationome Fund (EVV) has a Dividend Payout Ratio of 43.40 as of Mar. 2026. Dividend payout ratio is the percent of company earnings paid out as dividends. View historical data on Eaton Vance Durationome Fund and its competitors. This is 3238% above median its historical median of 1.30. Over the past decade, Eaton Vance Durationome Fund's Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.40 to 1.66. According to the industry distribution chart, Eaton Vance Durationome Fund ranks #716 out of 931 companies in the Asset Management industry, placing it in the top 76.9%.
Is Eaton Vance Durationome Fund's Dividend Payout Ratio too high?
Eaton Vance Durationome Fund's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 43.40 is 3238% above median its 10-year median of 1.30. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.40 to a high of 1.66. The Asset Management industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.70. Eaton Vance Durationome Fund's value of 43.40 is 6100% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Eaton Vance Durationome Fund ranks #716 out of 931 companies in the Asset Management industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Eaton Vance Durationome Fund has a GF Scoreâ„¢ of 45/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Eaton Vance Durationome Fund's Dividend Payout Ratio compare to PTA and AOD?
According to the Asset Management industry distribution chart, Eaton Vance Durationome Fund ranks #716 out of 931 companies for Dividend Payout Ratio. This places Eaton Vance Durationome Fund in the lower half of its industry. The industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.70. Eaton Vance Durationome Fund's value of 43.40 is 6100% above this benchmark. Historically, Eaton Vance Durationome Fund's own Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.40 to 1.66 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 1.30 vs. the industry median of 0.70, Eaton Vance Durationome Fund has consistently been above the industry average. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Dividend Payout Ratio for an Asset Management company?
The median Dividend Payout Ratio among Asset Management companies is 0.70, based on 931 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a Dividend Payout Ratio significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, Dividend Payout Ratio should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Eaton Vance Durationome Fund's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 43.40 is 6100% above the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Dividend Payout Ratio mean?
A high Dividend Payout Ratio can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Dividend payout ratio is the percent of company earnings paid out as dividends. View historical data on Eaton Vance Durationome Fund and its competitors. For the Asset Management industry, the median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.70 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Eaton Vance Durationome Fund's current Dividend Payout Ratio is 43.40, which is 3238% above median its own 10-year median of 1.30. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Eaton Vance Durationome Fund stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Eaton Vance Durationome Fund (EVV) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $6.40, compared to a current price of $9.26 — trading 44.7% above its estimated fair value. The current Dividend Payout Ratio is 43.40, which is 3238% above median its 10-year median of 1.30 and 6100% above the Asset Management industry median of 0.70. Eaton Vance Durationome Fund's overall GF Score™ is 45/100 with 9 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Dividend Payout Ratio calculated?
Dividend Payout Ratio is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Eaton Vance Durationome Fund (EVV), the current Dividend Payout Ratio is 43.40 as of Mar. 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 Durationome Fund (EVV) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Eaton Vance Durationome Fund stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $9.26 is trading 44.7% above its estimated GF Value™ of $6.40. GuruFocus considers Eaton Vance Durationome Fund to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for EVV:

  • Dividend Payout Ratio: 43.40 (3238% above median its 10-year median of 1.30)
  • GF Value™: $6.40 vs. price of $9.26 (44.7% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 45/100 with 9 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 6100% above the Asset Management median (#716 of 931)

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


Eaton Vance Durationome Fund Business Description

Address One Post Office Square, Boston, MA, USA, 02109
Eaton Vance Ltd Duration Income Fund is a diversified closed-end management investment company. The company's investment objective is to provide a high level of current income. The Fund also seeks capital appreciation. The Fund invests predominantly in Senior Floating-Rate Loans, Debt Obligations, Equity Securities, Derivatives as well as Foreign Securities and Currencies. The Fund invests in various industries, including aerospace and defense, automotive, building and development, healthcare, and leisure, among others.
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