Eaton Vance Senior Floating-Rate (NYSE: EFR) redeems APS held by BofA
Filing Impact
Filing Sentiment
Form Type
4
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
Eaton Vance Senior Floating-Rate Trust reported that 614 Auction Preferred Shares indirectly beneficially owned by BANK OF AMERICA NA were redeemed by the trust on May 29, 2026. The shares carried a liquidation preference of $25,000 per share and were redeemed at $24,500 per share, plus any unpaid dividends, under a previously described tender offer. Bank of America Corporation held only an indirect interest through its ownership of BANK OF AMERICA NA.
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Insider Trade Summary
4 transactions reported
Mixed
4 txns
Insider
BANK OF AMERICA CORP /DE/, BANK OF AMERICA NA
Role
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| Type | Security | Shares | Price | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other | Auction Preferred Shares | 101 | $0.00 | -- |
| Other | Auction Preferred Shares | 194 | $0.00 | -- |
| Other | Auction Preferred Shares | 127 | $0.00 | -- |
| Other | Auction Preferred Shares | 192 | $0.00 | -- |
Holdings After Transaction:
Auction Preferred Shares — 513 shares (Indirect, See Footnotes)
Footnotes (1)
- The 614 Auction Preferred Shares, Series A, B, C, and D "APS" (CUSIP number: 27828Q204, 27828Q303, 27828Q402, 27828Q501) reported as disposed of in Table I represent shares that were beneficially owned by BANK OF AMERICA NA (BANA). The 614 ARS Shares held by BANA were redeemed by the Issuer on May 29, 2026, as described in the Tender Offer Statement Under Section 14(d)(1) or 13(e)(1) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, filed by Eaton Vance Senior Floating-Rate Trust with the SEC on April 04, 2026, and amended on Junes 01, 2026, at a price per share equal to 98% of the APS liquidation preference of $25,000 per share (or $24,500 per share), plus any unpaid APS dividends accrued through the expiration date of the Tender Offer. BANA is a wholly owned subsidiary of Bank of America Corporation. This statement is jointly filed by Bank of America Corporation and BANA. Bank of America Corporation held an indirect interest in the securities listed in Table I by virtue of its indirect ownership of BANA. Each reporting person declares that neither the filing of this statement nor anything herein shall be construed as an admission that such person is, for the purposes of Section13(d) of the US Securities Exchange Act of 1934 or any other purpose, (i) acting (or has agreed or is agreeing to act together with any other person) as a partnership, limited partnership, syndicate or other group for the purpose of acquiring, holding or disposing of securities of the Issuer or otherwise with respect to the Issuer or any securities of the Issuer or (ii) a member of any group with respect to the Issuer or any securities of the Issuer.
Key Figures
Auction Preferred Shares redeemed: 614 shares
Liquidation preference per APS: $25,000 per share
Redemption price per APS: $24,500 per share
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Auction Preferred Shares redeemed
614 shares
Redeemed by issuer on May 29, 2026
Liquidation preference per APS
$25,000 per share
Auction Preferred Shares Series A–D
Redemption price per APS
$24,500 per share
98% of liquidation preference under tender offer
Redemption discount
98% of liquidation preference
Price versus $25,000 per share preference
Restructuring shares
614 shares
Classified as restructuring transactions in Form 4 summary
Tender offer reference date
April 04, 2026
Original tender offer filing referenced in footnote
Tender offer amendment date
June 01, 2026
Amendment to tender offer filing referenced
Key Terms
Auction Preferred Shares, liquidation preference, Tender Offer Statement, beneficially owned, +1 more
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liquidation preference financial
"equal to 98% of the APS liquidation preference of $25,000 per share"
A liquidation preference is a rule that determines who gets paid first and how much they receive when a company is sold, goes bankrupt, or distributes its assets. It gives certain investors a priority claim—often returning their original investment plus any agreed multiple—before other owners receive money, which shapes how much common shareholders and founders ultimately get; think of it as a front-of-the-line pass that affects payout order and investor returns.
Tender Offer Statement regulatory
"as described in the Tender Offer Statement Under Section 14(d)(1) or 13(e)(1)"
A tender offer statement is the formal document that explains the details of a public proposal to buy shareholders’ stock at a specific price and under set conditions. It lists who is making the offer, the price and timing, how the purchase will be funded, and any conditions or risks, so shareholders can decide whether to sell. Think of it as a clear flyer for a buyout that tells investors what’s being offered and why it matters to their holdings.
beneficially owned financial
"represent shares that were beneficially owned by BANK OF AMERICA NA (BANA)"
Beneficially owned describes securities or assets where a person has the economic rights and control—such as the right to receive dividends and to direct voting—even if legal title is held in another name. Think of it like having the keys and using a car that’s registered to someone else: you get the benefits and make decisions. Investors care because beneficial ownership reveals who truly controls value and voting power, affecting corporate decisions and takeover dynamics.
Section 14(d)(1) or 13(e)(1) regulatory
"Tender Offer Statement Under Section 14(d)(1) or 13(e)(1) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934"
FAQ
What insider transaction did EFR report involving Bank of America?
EFR reported the redemption of 614 Auction Preferred Shares indirectly beneficially owned by BANK OF AMERICA NA. The trust redeemed these shares on May 29, 2026 under a tender offer, removing this preferred stake from Bank of America’s associated holdings.