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Compass (CMPS) Q2 Loss Improves 27%
The Motley Fool· 2025-08-01 05:16
Core Insights - Compass Pathways Plc reported strong clinical progress with its lead drug candidate, COMP360 psilocybin, achieving its primary goal in a Phase 3 trial for treatment-resistant depression (TRD) [1][5] - The company posted a GAAP net loss of $0.41 per share for Q2 2025, slightly better than the consensus estimate of $0.43 per share, with no revenue generated as expected for a pre-commercial entity [1][6] - The financial position improved, with cash and cash equivalents increasing to $221.9 million, expected to support operations into 2027 [7] Financial Performance - Q2 2025 GAAP EPS was $(0.41), an improvement of 26.8% from $(0.56) in Q2 2024 [2] - Research and Development expenses were $30.3 million, up 4.1% from $29.1 million in Q2 2024 [2] - General and Administrative expenses decreased by 11.9% year-over-year to $12.6 million [2] Clinical Developments - COMP360 demonstrated a statistically significant reduction in symptom severity in the COMP005 Phase 3 trial for TRD after six weeks [5] - The independent Data Safety Monitoring Board reported no unexpected safety issues during the trial [5] - The company is also advancing COMP360 into post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) with late-stage clinical trial design being finalized [8] Strategic Focus - Compass Pathways aims to provide clear evidence of clinical benefit and safety for COMP360, with priorities on late-stage clinical trials and regulatory submissions [4] - The company is preparing for commercialization, contingent on positive trial results and effective patient treatment planning post-approval [4] Future Outlook - Management did not provide formal revenue or earnings guidance but reaffirmed a target for full-year 2025 net cash used in operating activities of $120 to $145 million [9] - Key upcoming data releases include 26-week durability and long-term safety data from ongoing trials, expected by late 2026 [10] - The company is monitoring regulatory discussions and competitive landscape developments in the psychedelic treatment space [10]