Eaton Vance Municipal Income Term Closed Fund(ETX)

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QUALITY SIGNAL
1-STAR RATING
PASS
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$17.44
10/07/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for ETX

10/07/2026: ETX (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Eaton Vance Municipal Income Term Closed Fund is a specialized investment vehicle designed to provide tax-advantaged income through a portfolio of municipal bonds. The fund's strength lies in its professional management and clear, defined-term structure, which appeals to income-focused investors. Its primary investment story revolves around navigating the municipal bond market to deliver consistent, tax-efficient distributions. Investors must consider risks such as interest rate volatility, the potential for shares to trade at a discount to net asset value, and the impact of legislative changes on municipal debt. The fund is generally best suited for income-oriented investors looking for tax-efficient returns.

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Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorWeak fitThis fund is designed for income generation rather than aggressive capital appreciation.
Momentum investorWeak fitClosed-end funds are generally slow-moving assets influenced by macro-economic factors rather than technical momentum.
Value investorMixed fitValue investors may look for opportunities when the fund trades at a significant discount to its Net Asset Value.
Dividend investorStrong fitThe fund is specifically structured to provide a consistent stream of tax-exempt income.
Low-risk investorMixed fitWhile municipal bonds are generally lower risk, the use of leverage and closed-end fund market volatility add risk elements.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMediumMarket prices of CEFs can fluctuate due to supply/demand imbalances, sometimes deviating from the underlying portfolio value.
Valuation riskMediumInvestors face risk regarding the discount or premium at which the fund shares trade relative to NAV.
Competition risk (Fixed Income CEF competition)MediumThe fund competes with many similar products, and poor performance relative to peers can lead to wider discounts.
Business qualityMediumPerformance relies on the asset management capabilities of Eaton Vance in navigating complex municipal markets.
Dividend incomeMedium / highDistributions are not guaranteed and depend on the underlying bond yields and net income generated.
Execution riskLowPortfolio management involves standard bond selection and leverage management procedures.

Price Behavior

Flat / Range-Bound
PRICE PATH

Flat / Range-Bound

The stock price has been trading within a narrow range with minimal directional movement.

Very Smooth
PRICE STABILITY

Very Smooth

The stock has followed a highly orderly price path with minimal short-term disruption.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 8.59%
Avg. Invested days 83
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
ETX receives a 3-star rating, supported by strong unit economics, and solid company fundamentals. The rating is constrained by soft analyst coverage, weak price momentum, and limited analyst upside.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
ETX has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with strong financial health, solid growth momentum, and soft ownership. In FY2026 versus FY2025, solid earnings growth (+27.6%) and strong cash generation (FCF margin 94.0%) are partially offset by very low insider ownership of 0.00%.

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
ETX's financial health is supported by strong profitability, including gross margin of 97.6% and operating margin of 94.0%. Liquidity is moderate (3 stars), which helps explain the 5-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Revenue growth is ETX's strongest growth driver at +29.8% FY2026 versus FY2025 (solid, 4 stars). Earnings growth (+27.6%, solid) and free-cash-flow growth (+27.6%, solid) are also constructive, though not equally high across every growth measure.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 23.4% (moderate) and 0.0% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable (soft). Insider ownership is only 0.00%, which materially reduces the ownership score.

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
ETX generates approximately $976 of gross profit, $940 of operating income, and $940 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2026 results. Strong margins and strong cash conversion support the rating, although capital efficiency remains weak.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 0.00%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
ETX has a relatively low-volatility profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback, while soft valuation.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Low VolatilitySmall / Mid Cap Risk

Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 189.05M USD
Price to earnings Ratio 30.42
1Y Target Price 0.32
Price to earnings Ratio 30.42
1Y Target Price 0.32
Volume (30-day avg) 28.6K shares
Beta -
52 Weeks Range 17.11 - 19.11
Updated Date 10/07/2026
52 Weeks Range 17.11 - 19.11
Updated Date 10/07/2026
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) 0.57

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Investment Management FeesManagement fees charged to the fund based on its average daily net assets.The fund makes money primarily by charging a fee for managing the portfolio of municipal bonds.
Leverage UtilizationIncome generated from the difference between the yield on assets and the cost of leverage.The fund uses borrowed money to buy more bonds; it earns money when those bonds pay more interest than the cost of borrowing.
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Valuation

Trailing PE 30.42
Forward PE -
Enterprise Value -
Price to Sales(TTM) 21.66
Enterprise Value -
Price to Sales(TTM) 21.66
Enterprise Value to Revenue 22.42
Enterprise Value to EBITDA -
Shares Outstanding 10.90M
Shares Floating -
Shares Outstanding 10.90M
Shares Floating -
Percent Insiders -
Percent Institutions 23.4

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Financial Metrics

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Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

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Operating Income (Core Profit)

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Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

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Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

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Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

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Total Assets (Asset Base)

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Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

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⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

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Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

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Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

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About Eaton Vance Municipal Income Term Closed Fund

Exchange NYSE
Headquarters Boston, MA, United States
IPO Launch date 2013-03-26
CEO -
Sector Financial Services
Industry Asset Management
Full time employees -
Full time employees -

Eaton Vance Municipal Income 2028 Term Trust is a closed ended fixed income mutual fund launched and managed by Eaton Vance Management. It invests in the fixed income markets. The fund invest in stocks of companies operating across the diversified sectors. It was previously known as Eaton Vance Municipal Income Term Trust. Eaton Vance Municipal Income 2028 Term Trust was formed on March 28, 2013 and is domiciled in the United States.