350797--1/12/2007--EATON_VANCE

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The Company is subject to substantial competition in all aspects of its investment management business and there are few barriers to entry. The Company derives almost all of its revenue from investment adviser and administration fees and distribution income received from the Eaton Vance funds and separate accounts. The Company s assets under management, which impact revenue, are subject to significant fluctuations. Poor investment performance of the Company s products could affect the Company s sales or reduce the amount of assets under management, potentially negatively impacting revenue and net income. The Company s success depends on key personnel and the Company s financial performance could be negatively affected by the loss of their services. The Company s expenses are subject to fluctuations that could materially affect the Company s operating results. The Company s reputation could be damaged . The Company is subject to federal securities laws, state laws regarding securities fraud, other federal and state laws and rules and regulations of certain regulatory and self-regulatory organizations, including, among others, the Securities and Exchange Commission, the NASD and the New York Stock Exchange.

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