Business Context and Reporting Period
This Form 8-K is a current report filed by the Eaton Vance Short Duration Diversified Income Fund on January 4, 2023. The filing reports a corporate governance event: the appointment of a new independent Trustee to the Board of Trustees.
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 a trustee appointment and does not contain financial performance data.
Material Changes
The material change reported is the appointment of Alan C. Bowser as an independent Trustee. Mr. Bowser was appointed at a Board meeting on October 11, 2022, and commenced his service on January 4, 2023. The Board determined he is not an "interested person" under the Investment Company Act of 1940.
Outlook and Management Commentary
There is no financial guidance, outlook, or management commentary regarding future performance in this filing. The document provides biographical details for the new Trustee, noting his prior role as Chief Diversity Officer and Partner at Bridgewater Associates (2011-2023) and his oversight of 132 portfolios within the fund complex.
Key Facts for Investor Verification
- New Trustee: Alan C. Bowser joined the Board as an independent Class II Trustee effective January 4, 2023.
- Independence Status: The Board confirmed Mr. Bowser is not an "interested person" under Section 2(a)(19) of the Investment Company Act of 1940.
- Experience: Mr. Bowser brings experience from Bridgewater Associates, where he served in senior leadership roles including Chief Diversity Officer and Co-Head of the Americas Region.
- Scope of Oversight: As a Trustee, Mr. Bowser oversees 132 portfolios in the fund complex.