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EVT Dividend Calculator

Calculate how much dividend income Eaton Vance Tax-Advantaged Dividend Income Fund (EVT) could generate with reinvestment. Pre-loaded with EVT's current 6.79% yield and 3.2% dividend growth rate.

Dividend Yield: 6.79%

Annual Dividend: $1.98 per share

Share Price: $29.08

Payout Ratio: 31.0%

EVT DRIP Calculator

Model EVT dividend reinvestment with customizable yield, growth rate, contribution, and time horizon. Compare DRIP vs no-DRIP returns and see year-by-year projection tables.

5-Year Dividend Growth Rate (CAGR): 3.2% per year

What If You Invested $1,000 in EVT 10 Years Ago?

A $1,000 investment in EVT on 2016-09-30 would be worth $3,165.1 today with dividends reinvested (DRIP), a total return of 216.5%.

Without reinvesting, the total portfolio value (shares plus cash dividends) would be $2,359.72 (136% return). Reinvesting dividends added $805.38 in extra value.

Starting share price: $20.15 — Current share price: $29.08

Frequently Asked Questions

What is EVT's current dividend yield?

EVT (Eaton Vance Tax-Advantaged Dividend Income Fund) currently has a dividend yield of 6.79%. This means for every $10,000 invested, you would receive approximately $679 per year in dividend income before taxes.

How much EVT do I need to make $1,000 per month in dividends?

To earn $1,000 per month ($12,000/year) from EVT at its current yield of 6.79%, you would need approximately $176,730 invested. With dividend reinvestment and growth, you may need less over time.

Does EVT pay monthly dividends?

Yes, EVT pays dividends monthly, making it popular with income investors who want regular cash flow.

Is EVT's dividend safe?

EVT's payout ratio is 31%, which is generally considered safe. The company retains enough earnings to sustain and potentially grow its dividend.

What is EVT's dividend growth rate?

EVT's 5-year dividend compound annual growth rate (CAGR) is approximately 3.2% per year. This growth rate is pre-loaded into the calculator above to give you a realistic projection.

What would $1,000 invested in EVT 10 years ago be worth today?

A $1,000 investment in EVT on 2016-09-30 would be worth approximately $3,165.1 today with dividends reinvested (DRIP), a 216.5% total return. Without reinvesting, the total portfolio value (shares plus accumulated cash dividends) would be $2,359.72 — meaning DRIP added $805.38 in extra value.

See full dividend history and analysis on the EVT dividend page.