Business Context and Reporting Period
This Form 8-K is a current report filed by the Eaton Vance Short Duration Diversified Income Fund on April 3, 2023, regarding events occurring on April 1, 2023. The registrant is a Massachusetts-based investment company with common shares trading on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol EVG.
Financial Metrics
The filing text does not provide a clear value for revenue, profit, cash flow, margins, debt, or liquidity. This report focuses exclusively on corporate governance changes rather than financial performance.
Material Changes
The primary material change reported is the appointment of a new Trustee to the Board of Trustees:
- New Appointment: Anchal Pachnanda was appointed as a Class I Trustee, commencing service on April 1, 2023.
- Classification: The Board determined Ms. Pachnanda is an "interested person" under the Investment Company Act of 1940 due to her position with MSIM, an affiliate of the Fund.
- Background: Ms. Pachnanda serves as Co-Head of Strategy at MSIM (since 2019) and oversees 129 portfolios within the fund complex.
Outlook, Risks, and Management Commentary
Upcoming Trustee Retirement: Thomas E. Faust Jr. has informed the Board of his intention to retire as a Trustee of all Eaton Vance Funds effective on or about August 3, 2023.
Risks and Contingencies: The filing does not disclose specific financial risks, contingencies, or unusual items. The document contains no forward-looking guidance regarding fund performance or market outlook.
Key Facts for Investor Verification
- Verify the effective date of Anchal Pachnanda's service (April 1, 2023) and her status as an "interested person."
- Confirm the timeline for Thomas E. Faust Jr.'s retirement (expected August 3, 2023).
- Note that this filing contains no financial data; investors should refer to the most recent Form N-CSR or 10-K for performance metrics.