Eaton Vance Short Duration Diversified Income Fund Files Form 8-K Following Chairperson's Unexpected Passing

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The Eaton Vance Short Duration Diversified Income Fund has filed a Form 8-K with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on August 14, 2025, in connection with the unexpected passing of Mr. Mark R. Fetting, who served as Chairperson of the Board of Trustees. The Board has since reduced its size from ten to nine members, with Ms. Susan J. Sutherland taking on the role of acting Chairperson. The report outlines the events surrounding Fetting's passing and the subsequent changes to the Board.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Eaton Vance Short Duration Diversified Income Fund filed a Form 8-K with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on August 14, 2025, due to the unexpected passing of Mr. Mark R. Fetting, Chairperson of the Board of Trustees.
  • Mark R. Fetting served as Chairperson of the Board of Trustees until his unexpected passing on August 9, 2025.
  • The Board has reduced its size from ten to nine members, effective August 12, 2025, with Ms. Susan J. Sutherland taking on the role of acting Chairperson.
  • The Board of Trustees consists of nine members, as of August 12, 2025.
  • The report was signed by Deidre E. Walsh, Vice President & Chief Legal Officer of the Eaton Vance Short Duration Diversified Income Fund, on August 14, 2025.

Statistics:

  • August 14, 2025: Date of Form 8-K filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.
  • August 9, 2025: Date of Mr. Mark R. Fetting's unexpected passing.
  • August 12, 2025: Effective date of Board size reduction and Ms. Susan J. Sutherland's appointment as acting Chairperson.

Sources:

  • UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT (filed on August 14, 2025).
  • EATON VANCE SHORT DURATION DIVERSIFIED INCOME FUND (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter).