DTF (DTF Tax-Freeome 2028 Term Fund) EV-to-EBITDA: 26.68 (As of Sep. 22, 2026)

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DTF DTF Tax-Free Income 2028 Term Fund Inc DTF
55 GF Score
Price $11.34
GF Value $12.56
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
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What is DTF Tax-Freeome 2028 Term Fund EV-to-EBITDA?

DTF Tax-Freeome 2028 Term Fund DTF 55 EV-to-EBITDA is 26.68 as of Sep. 22, 2026. GuruFocus rates DTF with a GF Score™ of 55/100 and a GF Value™ of $12.56 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 874 Asset Management companies, DTF Tax-Freeome 2028 Term Fund ranks worse than 88.56% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, DTF Tax-Freeome 2028 Term Fund's enterprise value is $77.42 Mil. DTF Tax-Freeome 2028 Term Fund's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 was $2.90 Mil. Therefore, DTF Tax-Freeome 2028 Term Fund's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 26.68.

The historical rank and industry rank for DTF Tax-Freeome 2028 Term Fund's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:

DTF' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0   Med: 0   Max: 27.02
Current: 26.68

During the past 9 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of DTF Tax-Freeome 2028 Term Fund was 27.02. The lowest was 0.00. And the median was 0.00.

DTF's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than
88.56% of 874 companies
in the Asset Management industry
Industry Median: 9.23 vs DTF: 26.68

EV-to-EBITDA is a valuation multiple used in finance and investment to measure the value of a company. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio to determine the fair market value of a company.

As of today (2026-09-22), DTF Tax-Freeome 2028 Term Fund's stock price is $11.34. DTF Tax-Freeome 2028 Term Fund's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 was $0.413. Therefore, DTF Tax-Freeome 2028 Term Fund's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 27.46.

The "classic" EV-to-EBITDA is much better in capturing debt and net cash than the PE Ratio (TTM).


DTF Tax-Freeome 2028 Term Fund  (NYSE:DTF) EV-to-EBITDA Explanation

EV-to-EBITDA is a valuation multiple used in finance and investment to measure the value of a company. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.

DTF Tax-Freeome 2028 Term Fund's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=11.34/0.413
=27.46

DTF Tax-Freeome 2028 Term Fund's share price for today is $11.34.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. DTF Tax-Freeome 2028 Term Fund's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 was $0.413.

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Study has found that the companies with the lowest EV-to-EBITDA outperforms companies measured as cheap by other ratios such as PE Ratio (TTM).

Please read Which price ratio outperforms the enterprise multiple?


DTF Tax-Freeome 2028 Term Fund EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


DTF Tax-Freeome 2028 Term Fund EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for DTF Tax-Freeome 2028 Term Fund's EV-to-EBITDA can be seen below:

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

DTF Tax-Freeome 2028 Term Fund EV-to-EBITDA Chart

DTF Tax-Freeome 2028 Term Fund Annual Data
Trend Oct17 Oct18 Oct19 Oct20 Oct21 Oct22 Oct23 Oct24 Oct25
EV-to-EBITDA
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DTF Tax-Freeome 2028 Term Fund Semi-Annual Data
Oct17 Apr18 Oct18 Apr19 Oct19 Apr20 Oct20 Apr21 Oct21 Apr22 Oct22 Apr23 Oct23 Apr24 Oct24 Apr25 Oct25 Apr26
EV-to-EBITDA Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 124.57 17.64 50.59 31.79 26.22

DTF vs AFCG, HNNA, VGI: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Asset Management subindustry, DTF Tax-Freeome 2028 Term Fund's EV-to-EBITDA, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-EBITDA data, can be viewed below:

* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.


DTF Tax-Freeome 2028 Term Fund EV-to-EBITDA vs Asset Management Industry

For the Asset Management industry and Financial Services sector, DTF Tax-Freeome 2028 Term Fund's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where DTF Tax-Freeome 2028 Term Fund's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.


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DTF Tax-Freeome 2028 Term Fund EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

DTF Tax-Freeome 2028 Term Fund's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=77.421/2.902
=26.68

DTF Tax-Freeome 2028 Term Fund's current Enterprise Value is $77.42 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. DTF Tax-Freeome 2028 Term Fund's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 was $2.90 Mil.

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about EV-to-EBITDA →
What does a EV-to-EBITDA of 26.68 mean?
DTF Tax-Freeome 2028 Term Fund (DTF) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 26.68 as of Sep. 22, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on DTF Tax-Freeome 2028 Term Fund. According to the industry distribution chart, DTF Tax-Freeome 2028 Term Fund ranks #774 out of 874 companies in the Asset Management industry, placing it in the top 88.6%.
Is DTF Tax-Freeome 2028 Term Fund's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
DTF Tax-Freeome 2028 Term Fund's current EV-to-EBITDA is 26.68. The Asset Management industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.23. DTF Tax-Freeome 2028 Term Fund's value of 26.68 is 189.1% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, DTF Tax-Freeome 2028 Term Fund ranks #774 out of 874 companies in the Asset Management industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, DTF Tax-Freeome 2028 Term Fund has a GF Score™ of 55/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does DTF Tax-Freeome 2028 Term Fund's EV-to-EBITDA compare to AFCG and HNNA?
According to the Asset Management industry distribution chart, DTF Tax-Freeome 2028 Term Fund ranks #774 out of 874 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places DTF Tax-Freeome 2028 Term Fund in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.23. DTF Tax-Freeome 2028 Term Fund's value of 26.68 is 189.1% above this benchmark. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good EV-to-EBITDA for an Asset Management company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Asset Management companies is 9.23, based on 874 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-EBITDA significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-EBITDA should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. DTF Tax-Freeome 2028 Term Fund's current EV-to-EBITDA of 26.68 is 189.1% above the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high EV-to-EBITDA mean?
A high EV-to-EBITDA can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on DTF Tax-Freeome 2028 Term Fund. For the Asset Management industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.23 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. DTF Tax-Freeome 2028 Term Fund's current EV-to-EBITDA is 26.68. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is DTF Tax-Freeome 2028 Term Fund stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, DTF Tax-Freeome 2028 Term Fund (DTF) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $12.56, compared to a current price of $11.34 — trading 9.7% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 26.68 and 189.1% above the Asset Management industry median of 9.23. DTF Tax-Freeome 2028 Term Fund's overall GF Score™ is 55/100 with 6 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-EBITDA calculated?
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated from a company's financial statements. For DTF Tax-Freeome 2028 Term Fund (DTF), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 26.68 as of Sep. 22, 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is DTF Tax-Freeome 2028 Term Fund (DTF) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, DTF Tax-Freeome 2028 Term Fund stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $11.34 is trading 9.7% below its estimated GF Value™ of $12.56. GuruFocus considers DTF Tax-Freeome 2028 Term Fund to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for DTF:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 26.68
  • GF Value™: $12.56 vs. price of $11.34 (9.7% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 55/100 with 6 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 189.1% above the Asset Management median (#774 of 874)

No single metric tells the full story. See the DTF stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


DTF Tax-Freeome 2028 Term Fund Business Description

Address 10 South Wacker Drive, Suite 1900, 19th Floor, Chicago, IL, USA, 60606
DTF Tax-Free Income 2028 Term Fund Inc is a diversified closed-end management investment company. The Fund's investment objective is current income exempt from regular federal income tax consistent with the preservation of capital. It seeks to achieve its investment objective by investing mainly in a diversified portfolio of investment-grade tax-exempt obligations.
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