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DWS Municipal Income Trust is projected to rise to $10.60 by 2027, a +20% move from its current price of $8.83. KTF is currently trading below its 50-day average (a bearish sign). Technical indicators currently lean strong sell.
A data-driven summary — not financial advice. See the full breakdown below.
Live market data via Yahoo Finance · updated 8/2/2026
| Period | Min | Prediction | Max | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 3 | $8.80 | $8.83 | $8.87 | +0.05% |
| Aug 4 | $8.79 | $8.84 | $8.89 | +0.11% |
| Aug 5 | $8.78 | $8.84 | $8.91 | +0.16% |
| Aug 6 | $8.78 | $8.85 | $8.92 | +0.21% |
| Aug 7 | $8.77 | $8.85 | $8.94 | +0.26% |
| Aug 8 | $8.77 | $8.86 | $8.95 | +0.32% |
| Aug 9 | $8.77 | $8.86 | $8.96 | +0.37% |
| Period | Min | Prediction | Max | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Week 1 | $8.77 | $8.86 | $8.96 | +0.37% |
| Week 2 | $8.76 | $8.90 | $9.03 | +0.74% |
| Week 3 | $8.76 | $8.93 | $9.10 | +1.11% |
| Week 4 | $8.77 | $8.96 | $9.16 | +1.48% |
| Week 5 | $8.78 | $8.99 | $9.22 | +1.86% |
| Week 6 | $8.79 | $9.03 | $9.27 | +2.24% |
| Week 7 | $8.80 | $9.06 | $9.33 | +2.61% |
Short-term targets derived from the forecast trend and recent volatility. Highly uncertain — not financial advice.
DWS Municipal Income Trust is a closed-ended fixed income mutual fund launched and managed by Deutsche Investment Management Americas, Inc. It invests in the fixed income markets of the United States.
The fund primarily invests in investment-grade tax-exempt municipal securities which are exempt from federal income tax. It seeks to invest in securities that are rated Baa or BBB or better by Moody's or S&P. The fund benchmarks the performance of its portfolio against the Barclays Municipal Bond Index.
It was formerly known as DWS Municipal Income Trust. Deutsche Municipal Income Trust was formed on October 20, 1988 and is domiciled in the United States.
DWS Municipal Income Trust (KTF) is currently priced at $8.86 with a market cap of $347.07M and a rank of 3293. The current price and market position place it among the many fixed-income options in the municipal space.
The long-range outlook from the provided forecast shows a rising price path, with the average price progressing from $8.86 in 2026 to $13.36 in 2030, then steadily higher toward $64.61 by 2050. The maximum forecast values extend to $105.63 by 2050, signaling substantial upside potential in the longer term.
Across the forecast horizon, the series projects a gradual lift in average prices year by year, with 2027 through 2035 showing continued growth and 2040 and 2050 delivering much higher average levels. The implied returns grow from 0 in 2026 to 629.3 in 2050, indicating a strong long-term bullish tilt, while acknowledging these are estimates and not guarantees.
A major floor 3.9% below — a decisive break under it would weaken the trend.
Price is testing support right now (0.3% away) — a key level to hold.
The nearest ceiling, 5.1% above — a clean break opens room to run.
A major ceiling 7.0% above — clearing it would confirm fresh momentum.
Key KTF support and resistance from recent price action — levels where the trend has historically paused or reversed. Percentages are the distance from the current price.
A snapshot of KTF market posture derived from its technical indicators and recent volatility. Higher trend and alignment lean bullish; higher risk means larger swings.
Technical Analysis
Indicators computed on daily closing prices.
| Period | SMA | Action | EMA | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MA 5 | $8.83 | Sell | $8.84 | Sell |
| MA 10 | $8.90 | Sell | $8.90 | Sell |
| MA 20 | $9.06 | Sell | $9.00 | Sell |
| MA 50 | $9.11 | Sell | $9.08 | Sell |
| MA 100 | $9.09 | Sell | $9.10 | Sell |
| MA 200 | $9.13 | Sell | $9.11 | Sell |
| Name | Value | Action |
|---|---|---|
| RSI (14) | 27.48 | Buy |
| Stoch RSI (14) | 21.40 | Neutral |
| CCI (20) | -90.29 | Neutral |
| Williams %R (14) | -92.86 | Info |
| MACD (12,26,9) | -0.03 | Sell |
| ROC (12) | -3.92 | Sell |
| Bollinger %B (20,2) | 0.18 | Neutral |
| Stochastic %K (14) | 7.14 | Buy |
| TRIX (15) | -0.10 | Sell |
| Awesome (5,34) | -0.29 | Sell |
| Ultimate (7,14,28) | 26.03 | Buy |
| Momentum (10) | -0.34 | Sell |
| Aroon Osc (25) | -68.00 | Sell |
| Hull MA (9) | 8.80 | Buy |
| ADX (14) | 32.07 | Sell |
| ATR (14) | 0.03 | Info |
The near-term technical picture is NEUTRAL. The RSI14 reading is 20, with the 30-day momentum showing modest activity.
The 50-day simple moving average is $9.13 and the 200-day simple moving average is $9.14, placing the price in proximity to its key moving averages. The 30-day price range runs from a low of $8.60 to a high of $9.13. Support is at $8.86 and resistance at $9.28, defining a tight near-term trading band.
Annualized volatility stands at 9%, indicating moderate near-term variability.
| Year | Min | Avg | Max | ROI | Sentiment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $8.77 | $8.83 | $11.94 | 0% | Neutral | |
| $8.69 | $10.60 | $13.51 | +20% | Bullish | |
| $9.03 | $11.23 | $14.70 | +27% | Bullish | |
| $9.33 | $11.77 | $15.75 | +33% | Bullish | |
| $10.48 | $13.40 | $18.25 | +52% | Bullish | |
| $12.10 | $15.67 | $21.68 | +77% | Bullish | |
| $13.53 | $17.71 | $24.86 | +101% | Bullish | |
| $14.83 | $19.63 | $27.90 | +122% | Bullish | |
| $15.05 | $20.11 | $28.94 | +128% | Bullish | |
| $15.71 | $21.20 | $30.84 | +140% | Bullish | |
| $22.32 | $31.41 | $47.89 | +256% | Bullish | |
| $42.39 | $63.99 | $104.60 | +625% | Bullish |
Current year — the forecast is anchored to the live price, so ROI shows 0%.
| Month | Min | Avg | Max | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| August 2026 | $8.77 | $8.83 | $10.65 | +0.00% |
| September 2026 | $7.88 | $9.24 | $11.07 | +4.61% |
| October 2026 | $7.87 | $9.26 | $11.19 | +0.30% |
| November 2026 | $7.92 | $9.36 | $11.38 | +1.07% |
| December 2026 | $8.24 | $9.77 | $11.94 | +4.37% |
Click any year to see its month-by-month KTF forecast. Min / Avg / Max are a bear / base / bull scenario; ROI is the projected move from the current price. Change is the month-over-month move in the average. Estimates, not guarantees.
DWS Municipal Income Trust's 2026 outlook centres on $8.83, within a $8.77 to $11.94 range. That marks a 0% change versus current levels. Price action looks broadly range-bound.
By 2027, KTF could reach as high as $13.51, with a base case around $10.60 and support toward $8.69 — roughly +20% from $8.83. Buyers look set to stay in control over this stretch.
Expect KTF to range from $9.03 to $14.70 through 2028. The $11.23 average target implies a +27% move from current prices. That is up +6% on the projected 2027 average. Momentum favours further upside here.
The KTF price prediction for 2029 points to an average of $11.77 (low $9.33, high $15.75) — a potential gain of +33% on today's $8.83. Buyers look set to stay in control over this stretch.
In 2030, KTF is projected to trade between $10.48 and $18.25, averaging $13.40 — a potential gain of +52% from today's $8.83. That is up +14% on the projected 2029 average. Momentum favours further upside here.
DWS Municipal Income Trust's 2031 outlook centres on $15.67, within a $12.10 to $21.68 range. That is up +17% on the projected 2030 average. That marks a +77% change versus current levels. Buyers look set to stay in control over this stretch.
By 2032, KTF could reach as high as $24.86, with a base case around $17.71 and support toward $13.53 — roughly +101% from $8.83. Momentum favours further upside here.
Expect KTF to range from $14.83 to $27.90 through 2033. The $19.63 average target implies a +122% move from current prices. That is up +11% on the projected 2032 average. Buyers look set to stay in control over this stretch.
The KTF price prediction for 2034 points to an average of $20.11 (low $15.05, high $28.94) — a potential gain of +128% on today's $8.83. Momentum favours further upside here.
In 2035, KTF is projected to trade between $15.71 and $30.84, averaging $21.20 — a potential gain of +140% from today's $8.83. That is up +5% on the projected 2034 average. Buyers look set to stay in control over this stretch.
DWS Municipal Income Trust's 2040 outlook centres on $31.41, within a $22.32 to $47.89 range. That is up +48% on the projected 2035 average. That marks a +256% change versus current levels. Momentum favours further upside here.
By 2050, KTF could reach as high as $104.60, with a base case around $63.99 and support toward $42.39 — roughly +625% from $8.83. Buyers look set to stay in control over this stretch.
Investing $1,000 in KTF today (≈ 113.250283 KTF) could be worth
$7,247.05
+$6,247.05 (+625%) by 2050 · US Dollar
Based on the average projected KTF price of $63.99 in 2050.
Based on the base (average) forecast scenario. FX rates are indicative. Estimates only — not financial advice.
See what a past investment in KTFwould be worth at today's price.
$1,000 invested in KTF on Jul 31, 2025 (≈ 116.550118 KTF) would be worth
$1,029.14
+$29.14 (+2.9%) today · 1.03× · US Dollar
Based on a KTF entry price of $8.58 vs. today's $8.83.
| Invested | Entry price | Value today | Return |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 week ago | $8.84 | $998.87 | -0.1% |
| 1 month ago | $9.27 | $952.54 | -4.7% |
| 3 months ago | $9.09 | $971.4 | -2.9% |
| 6 months ago | $9.13 | $967.14 | -3.3% |
| 1 year ago | $8.58 | $1,029.14 | +2.9% |
| All time (5.0y) ago | $12.41 | $711.52 | -28.8% |
Past performance from historical market data — it does not predict future results. FX rates are indicative. Not financial advice.
Enter a price to see how it sits against our KTF forecast.
Our base-case forecast reaches $18.00 around 2033.
Implied market cap at $18.00: $705.11M
The multi-year forecast paints a bullish trajectory for DWS Municipal Income Trust. By 2030, the average price is projected to be $13.36 with a ROI of 50.8 and sentiment still categorized as BULLISH. The outlook improves further into 2040, where the average price is $31.48 with a ROI of 255.3 and continued BULLISH sentiment.
By 2050, the model shows an average price of $64.61 with a ROI of 629.3 and a sustained BULLISH stance, reflecting a meaningful long-run appreciation path. The progression begins with 2026 averages at $8.86 and 2027 at $10.54, moving through the higher-year milestones toward the 2050 targets. These figures should be interpreted as estimates and not guarantees, with actual results subject to market and credit conditions.
Tap a question to reveal the answer.
In 2030, the forecasted average price is $13.36 with a minimum of $10.44 and a maximum of $18.20, and ROI of 50.8. The sentiment is BULLISH.
The forecast shows a long-run bullish trajectory, with the average price rising to $64.61 by 2050 and a ROI of 629.3, though these are estimates and not guarantees.
Yes, the forecast maximum for 2050 is $105.63, indicating a potential to exceed $100 in the long term.
Current price is $8.86 and market cap is $347.07M.
RSI14 is 20, 30-day range is $8.60–$9.13, SMA50 is $9.13, SMA200 is $9.14, support is $8.86, resistance is $9.28, sentiment is NEUTRAL, and annualized volatility is 9%.
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