Business Context and Reporting Period
This Form 8-K filing by Eaton Vance Risk-Managed Diversified Equity Income Fund (NYSE: ETJ) covers the reporting period of August 28, 2025. The registrant is a Massachusetts-based closed-end fund focused on risk-managed diversified equity income.
Financial Metrics
The filing text does not provide a clear value for revenue, profit, cash flow, margins, debt, or liquidity. This report is a current event notification and does not contain financial performance data.
Material Changes
The primary material change reported is a governance update regarding the Board of Trustees:
- Appointment: Scott E. Wennerholm was appointed Chairperson of the Board effective August 27, 2025, for a term of 4 years.
- Predecessor: He replaces Susan J. Sutherland, who served as acting Chairperson since August 9, 2025.
- Reason for Change: The transition follows the passing of the former Chairperson of the Board.
Guidance, Outlook, and Risks
The filing text does not provide a clear value for financial guidance, future outlook, management commentary on operations, specific risks, contingencies, or unusual items. The document is limited to the disclosure of the Board appointment.
Key Investor Verification Points
- Confirm the effective date of Scott E. Wennerholm's tenure as Chairperson (August 27, 2025).
- Verify the duration of the new Chairperson's term (4 years).
- Review subsequent filings for any impact this leadership change may have on fund strategy or governance policies.