Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income (USD $)
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
12 Months Ended
Oct. 31, 2011
Oct. 31, 2010
Oct. 31, 2009
Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income      
Net income $ 227,574 $ 201,225 $ 135,525
Other comprehensive income (loss):      
Amortization of loss on derivatives, net of income taxes of $158, $158 and $157, respectively 289 290 290
Unrealized holding gains on available-for-sale investments, net of income taxes of $850, $517, and $1,941, respectively 1,345 770 3,310
Foreign currency translation adjustments, net of income taxes of $(56), $16, and $(74), respectively 141 (101) 141
Total comprehensive income 229,349 202,184 139,266
Comprehensive income attributable to non-controlling and other beneficial interests (12,672) (26,927) (5,418)
Total comprehensive income attributable to Eaton Vance Corp. shareholders $ 216,677 $ 175,257 $ 133,848