COMPASS Pathways (CMPS.US) Price Target 2026/2027: 75% Upside – Rating and Stock Analysis

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Price history for COMPASS Pathways (CMPS.US) – stock price at 13.49 $, August 2026
COMPASS Pathways stock price – price development 2026. Updated Aug 6, 2026.
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COMPASS Pathways Price Target 2026: Analysts See 76% Upside

The average price target for COMPASS Pathways is $23.75. This price target represents the analysts' view of the stock price over the next 12 months. The stock may be undervalued, because the price target is higher than the current price. The stock is 76,06% below the target, which can point to potential returns within the next 12 months if the analysts' view proves right. Also consider the stock's valuation ratios such as P/E, P/S and P/B, plus the technical analysis further down the page, for the full picture.

Is COMPASS Pathways overvalued or undervalued?

COMPASS Pathways is currently undervalued with a gap of 76.1% relative to the price target.


The current price is $13.49, which places COMPASS Pathways in the undervalued category. The stock is considered undervalued when the price is below $21.38, and overvalued when the price exceeds $26.13.


The fair value range is defined as ±10% of the price target, because price targets are estimates rather than exact values. For COMPASS Pathways, the fair value range lies between $21.38 and $26.13.


See the full price target analysis for COMPASS Pathways →

Analyst Ratings for COMPASS Pathways stock in 2026: Strong Buy

11 analysts cover COMPASS Pathways. There is broad agreement on a positive view — 100% recommend buying. The average price target is $23.75, which gives an upside of 76.1% from the current price.

Consensus: Strong Buy (4.64/5)
Strong Buy
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4.64 out of 5 based on 11 analysts

About COMPASS Pathways – Medicinsk behandling

COMPASS Pathways plc operates as a biotechnology company that focuses on mental health in the United Kingdom and the United States. The company develops COMP360, a psilocybin therapy, which is in Phase III clinical trial for the treatment of treatment-resistant depression; and is in Phase II clinical trial for treating post-traumatic stress disorder and anorexia nervosa. The company was formerly known as COMPASS Rx Limited and changed its name to COMPASS Pathways plc in August 2020. The company was incorporated in 2020 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom. Read more about the company

Key Figures for COMPASS Pathways

$ 1,6B Market cap
- Revenue
Medicinsk behandling Industry
- P/E
- P/S
4.69 P/B
USA Listed on exchange
Sundhed Sector

What kind of stock is COMPASS Pathways?

Momentum stock

COMPASS Pathways is classified as a momentum stock with a momentum score in the top 7% of all stocks. The price has risen 0.0% over the long term.

Score Overview for COMPASS Pathways

💰 Value Score 8/100 (Very Low)
⭐ Quality Score 11/100 (Very Low)
🚀 Momentum Score 93/100 (Very High)
📊 Total Score 37/100

⚠️ 3 red flags identified 2 critical

Our analysis has identified 3 potential risk factors in COMPASS Pathways that investors should be aware of.

⚠️ Weak financial health: The Piotroski score is only 2/9 – the company shows signs of weakened profitability, liquidity or capital structure.
🚨 Weak balance sheet (elevated risk): Altman Z2 is -0.64 – the balance sheet is measurably weaker than average. This is a risk signal based on the numbers, not a bankruptcy prediction.
🚨 Negative return on equity: ROE is -68.5% – the company is generating a negative return for shareholders.

📈 Valuation

The P/B ratio is 4.7.

🏦 Financial Health

The Piotroski score is 2 out of 9 — weak financial health, be careful. Altman Z2 is -0.64 (weak balance sheet — elevated risk). The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E) is 38.1% — low debt, a solid balance sheet.

🚀 Momentum & Short Interest

Short interest is 9.64% — elevated, some investors are betting on a decline.

Insider Trading in COMPASS Pathways 2026: The Signal Is negative

In 2026, insiders at COMPASS Pathways have made 20 transactions, all of which were sales. On a net basis, insiders took 17,328,775 $ out of the stock. Active insiders include Nath Kabir, Loxam Teri, ATAI Life Sciences N.V. and others.

Short-Term Signal (3 months): No activity

There has been no insider trading in the last 3 months.

Long-Term Signal (all transactions): Negative

Insiders have exclusively sold shares in the recent period. This can suggest management sees limited opportunity.

Across the last 20 transactions: 0 purchases and 20 sales. A net 17,328,775 $ out of the stock.

Latest sale: Nath Kabir sold 13,131 shares at 7 $ each on 2026-03-11.

Who is selling: Nath Kabir, Loxam Teri, ATAI Life Sciences N.V., Jenkins Annalisa, Malievskaia Ekaterina and others.

Latest Insider Trades in COMPASS Pathways (2026)

The table shows the last 20 reported insider transactions in COMPASS Pathways. Green rows are purchases, red rows are sales. The data is based on official filings.

Transaction date Name Type Number of shares Price per share ($) Total amount ($)
2026-03-11 Nath Kabir Sell 13,131 7 90,473
2026-03-11 Loxam Teri Sell 1,781 7 12,271
2026-03-02 Loxam Teri Sell 4,467 7 31,358
2026-02-02 Nath Kabir Sell 16,181 7 106,956
2025-08-01 Nath Kabir Sell 6,366 4 27,628
2025-03-03 Loxam Teri Sell 4,468 4 16,398
2025-02-03 Nath Kabir Sell 15,516 4 66,874
2024-09-26 ATAI Life Sciences N.V. Sell 2,660,000 6 16,093,000
2024-08-01 Nath Kabir Sell 7,064 7 48,600
2024-08-01 Jenkins Annalisa Sell 161 7 1,108

Who is buying and selling COMPASS Pathways shares in 2026?

The following insiders have sold shares: Nath Kabir, Loxam Teri, ATAI Life Sciences N.V., Jenkins Annalisa, Malievskaia Ekaterina and others. In total, 17,328,775 $ was sold across 20 transactions. Insider trades are legal transactions in which executives and board members buy or sell shares of their own company. These transactions are reported to the SEC and are publicly available.

COMPASS Pathways Short Selling 2026: 9.6% Sold Short

High short interest: 9.6% of the free float
Short % of free float
9.6%
Assessment
High short interest
Short squeeze risk
Moderate
Data source
SEC
Updated daily
The stock has a high share of short selling. Between 5-10% of the freely traded shares are sold short, which suggests some investors are betting on falling prices. Positive surprises can lead to a moderate short squeeze.

What does this mean for you as an investor?
A short interest of 9.6% means that 9.6% of the freely traded shares in COMPASS Pathways have been borrowed and sold by investors betting on falling prices.

Data is updated daily based on official filings with the SEC.
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When Does COMPASS Pathways Report Earnings?

The next earnings date for COMPASS Pathways is not yet available. Check the company's investor calendar for more information.



Technical Analysis of COMPASS Pathways 2026 – Signal: Buy

Overall Technical Signal: Buy

Based on trend analysis (SMA50/SMA200) and MACD trend (positive/negative on a daily + weekly basis). Updated August 6, 2026.

Technical analysis of COMPASS Pathways (CMPS.US) – RSI 62, MACD negative (bearish), daily candlestick chart August 2026
COMPASS Pathways technical analysis – candlestick chart with RSI and MACD. Updated Aug 6, 2026.

Trend Analysis of COMPASS Pathways plc

COMPASS Pathways plc is in a short-term uptrend. The price of $13.58 is 11.7% above the 20-day average ($12.16). Medium term, the picture is positive: the price is 8.6% above the 50-day average ($12.50). Long term, the stock is 63.3% above the 200-day average ($8.32), which confirms a long-term uptrend.

Golden Cross: The 50-day average (12.50) is above the 200-day average (8.32), which is a classic bullish signal for COMPASS Pathways plc.

Is COMPASS Pathways plc overbought or oversold?

COMPASS Pathways plc has an RSI of 61.6. The stock shows positive momentum in the upper part of the neutral zone. Combined with the positive trend, this supports the bullish picture.

MACD Analysis for COMPASS Pathways plc

Daily MACD: MACD is negative (-0.176), which means the short-term trend is bearish (the 12-day EMA is below the 26-day EMA). MACD is above the signal line (-0.254) by 0.078, which suggests the negative momentum is fading – a potential trend reversal could be ahead.

Weekly MACD: MACD5 is positive (1.547), which indicates a broader bullish long-term trend. MACD5 is below the signal line (1.561) by 0.014, which suggests the long-term momentum is fading – the positive trend could come under pressure.

Overall MACD assessment: The daily and weekly MACD give conflicting signals. The long-term trend is bullish, but the short-term trend is bearish. Daily momentum is rising, though, which could suggest the pullback is over.

Risk Profile for COMPASS Pathways plc

COMPASS Pathways plc has an annual standard deviation of 89.6%, which classifies the stock as extreme risk. Only risk-tolerant investors should consider this stock, because the price swings can be very large.

Overall Technical Conclusion for COMPASS Pathways plc

Trend: Positive. The price trades above SMA50 and SMA200.

MACD trend (zero line): Daily bearish (-0.176). Weekly bullish (1.547).

MACD momentum (signal): Daily rising. Weekly falling.

RSI: 61.6 – neutral.

Technical signal: Buy

The broader trend is positive and MACD supports the picture. Consider buying with a stop-loss below the nearest support level.

Frequently Asked Questions About COMPASS Pathways stock in 2026

Should you buy COMPASS Pathways stock now?
Yes, the technical signal for COMPASS Pathways is currently BUY. COMPASS Pathways trades at $13.49 as of 8/6/2026. The overall technical signal is: Buy. The technical analysis shows the following: MACD is negative (bearish trend) at -0.176 with rising momentum (signal: -0.254); RSI is at 61.6 (neutral zone); the stock is in a short-term uptrend (price above the 20-day average); the analyst price target of $23.75 points to 76.1% upside. The stock is in a broader uptrend (above SMA50/SMA200). This is a technical observation based on current data, not investment advice.
What is the price target for COMPASS Pathways stock?
The average analyst price target for COMPASS Pathways is $23.75. The current price is $13.49, which gives an upside of 76.1%. Based on this, the stock is considered undervalued. The fair value range (±10% of the price target) is between $21.38 and $26.13.
Is COMPASS Pathways a dividend stock?
No, COMPASS Pathways does not currently pay a dividend to shareholders. The company reinvests its profits in growth instead of paying dividends.
What is the risk of COMPASS Pathways stock?
COMPASS Pathways is rated as a stock with extreme risk. the annual standard deviation is 89.6%, which classifies the stock as extreme risk.
Is COMPASS Pathways overvalued?
No, COMPASS Pathways is considered undervalued based on the analyst price target (76.1% upside). COMPASS Pathways has the following valuation ratios: a P/B ratio of 4.7. The analyst price target suggests that the stock is undervalued by 76.1%.
Is COMPASS Pathways overbought?
No, COMPASS Pathways is not overbought. RSI is at 61.6 (neutral zone). The technical indicators show: RSI is at 61.6 (upper neutral zone), which shows positive momentum but is not yet overbought. In addition, the price is 10.9% above the 20-day average (short-term uptrend). In addition, MACD is negative, but momentum is rising (possible trend reversal).
When is the next COMPASS Pathways earnings report?
The date of the next earnings report for COMPASS Pathways has not been published yet. Check the company's investor calendar for updates.
Is COMPASS Pathways shorted?
Yes, COMPASS Pathways is shorted with 9.6% of the free float sold short. This is a high level of short selling, which suggests some investors are betting on falling prices. Positive surprises can lead to a moderate short squeeze. Data is updated daily based on official filings with the SEC.
Are insiders buying COMPASS Pathways stock?
No, insiders are not buying COMPASS Pathways shares – they are net sellers. Across the last 20 reported transactions, the split is 0 purchases and 20 sales, with a net 17,328,775 $ sold. Active sellers include Nath Kabir, Loxam Teri, ATAI Life Sciences N.V. and others. Insider selling can have several explanations (e.g. planned 10b5-1 sales, portfolio diversification or taxes), but sustained selling by several insiders is worth watching closely.
Is COMPASS Pathways a good stock?
Based on our total score, COMPASS Pathways is rated as a poor stock with a total score of 37 out of 100. The stock scores below average on value, quality and momentum – it sits at the lower end of the market. The score is made up of Value: 8/100, Quality: 11/100, Momentum: 93/100. In addition: analysts see 76.1% upside to the price target; technical signal: Buy. Whether COMPASS Pathways is a good investment depends on your time horizon, risk profile and portfolio. This is a data-driven observation, not investment advice.
What is the outlook for COMPASS Pathways stock?
The outlook for COMPASS Pathways based on current data: the average analyst price target is $23.75 (+76.1%); the stock is in an uptrend (above SMA50 and SMA200). Keep in mind that stock prices are affected by many factors, including earnings reports, the economy and market sentiment. Past returns are no guarantee of future returns.
Why is COMPASS Pathways stock rising?
COMPASS Pathways is rising right now. The technical indicators show: the price is 10.9% above the 20-day average; short interest is 9.6% (high – many are betting on a decline); insiders have mostly been selling the stock recently. For the latest context, see our technical analysis, insider section and news overview above.
How high can COMPASS Pathways go?
The average analyst price target for COMPASS Pathways is $23.75, which corresponds to a potential gain of 76.1% from the current price of $13.49. Keep in mind that price targets are estimates, not guarantees. Actual price moves depend on earnings, market conditions and unexpected events.
How low can COMPASS Pathways fall?
We lack enough history to give a specific floor for COMPASS Pathways. Remember: past price swings are no guarantee for the future — a stock can fall further than the last 52 weeks suggest, especially on profit warnings, sector crises or a market crash. Use stop-loss orders and spread your portfolio to limit losses in single stocks.
What does COMPASS Pathways do?
COMPASS Pathways plc operates as a biotechnology company that focuses on mental health in the United Kingdom and the United States. The company develops COMP360, a psilocybin therapy, which is in Phase III clinical trial for the treatment of treatment-resistant depression; and... The company belongs to the Sundhed sector, more specifically the Medicinsk behandling industry, is headquartered in USA, and is traded on the USA Stocks. See the key figures, earnings history and price development above to evaluate COMPASS Pathways as an investment.
Did COMPASS Pathways raise or lower its guidance?
Over the last 60 days we have not registered a guidance raise or cut from COMPASS Pathways. The company can still adjust its guidance at quarterly reports or between reports — see the earnings history and the news overview above.
Is COMPASS Pathways making money or losing money?
We have no current profitability data for COMPASS Pathways. See the latest report in the earnings history above.
Can COMPASS Pathways go bankrupt?
The bankruptcy risk of COMPASS Pathways is rated as elevated. Altman Z2 (a model for assessing financial distress) is -0.64 — that places the company in the weak zone. This is a probability based on the numbers, not a verdict — bankruptcy is not imminent. But the balance sheet is measurably weaker than average, so watch the debt, liquidity and possible capital raises. The Piotroski score (financial health 0-9, higher is better) is 2 — which is weak. Debt relative to equity is 38% (low). Remember: models like Altman Z2 are statistical — unexpected shocks (fraud, a sector collapse, lawsuits) can always happen. Spread your portfolio.
Does COMPASS Pathways have a lot of debt?
No, COMPASS Pathways has low debt relative to equity. The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E — interest-bearing debt to equity) is 38%. For the sundhed sector, anything below 80% counts as low debt. Note: D/E levels are highly sector-specific — a bank at 300% debt is normal, a tech stock at 300% is extremely leveraged. Always compare with similar companies in the same sector.