Definium Therapeutics, Inc.

NasdaqGS:DFTX Stock Report

Market Cap: US$6.2b

Definium Therapeutics Management

Management criteria checks 1/4

Definium Therapeutics' CEO is Rob Barrow, appointed in Jun 2021, has a tenure of 5.17 years. total yearly compensation is $12.77M, comprised of 5.1% salary and 94.9% bonuses, including company stock and options. directly owns 1.1% of the company’s shares, worth $67.50M. The average tenure of the management team and the board of directors is 1.8 years and 4.8 years respectively.

Key information

Rob Barrow

Chief executive officer

US$12.8m

Total compensation

CEO salary percentage5.13%
CEO tenure5.2yrs
CEO ownership1.1%
Management average tenure1.8yrs
Board average tenure4.8yrs

Recent management updates

Recent updates

Seeking Alpha Aug 12

Definium Therapeutics: 'Strong Buy' On Positive DT120 ODT Data, Two Indications, And September 2026 Catalyst

Summary Definium Therapeutics remains a 'Strong Buy' following positive phase 3 VOYAGE data for DT120 ODT in generalized anxiety disorder [GAD]. The company's DT120 ODT achieved a statistically significant -5.4 placebo-adjusted reduction in HAM-A score at 12 weeks in GAD, highlighting best-in-class potential. Upcoming catalysts include phase 3 PANORAMA GAD data in September 2026 and ASCEND MDD topline results in 2027. The company is well-capitalized with $1.1B in cash, supporting operations into 2030 and multiple late-stage neuropsychiatric programs. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Narrative Update Aug 07

DFTX: Phase 3 Mood Disorder Data And Psychedelic Policy Will Shape Returns

Analysts lifted their fair value estimate for Definium Therapeutics to $50, citing a series of higher Street price targets in the $57 to $74 range. These targets reflect increased conviction in DT120 following strong Phase 3 data in major depressive disorder and generalized anxiety disorder, a wider anticipated patient footprint, and a regulatory backdrop that is viewed as more supportive for psychedelic treatments.
Narrative Update Jul 24

DFTX: Phase 3 Depression Success Will Recast Psychedelic Treatment Potential

Analysts have raised their fair value estimate for Definium Therapeutics from about $35.23 to roughly $59.47, citing increased confidence in DT120 following Phase 3 major depressive disorder data, as well as a more favorable regulatory stance on psychedelic therapies, as key factors behind the higher price targets across the Street. Analyst Commentary Street commentary on Definium Therapeutics centers on how DT120's Phase 3 data in major depressive disorder feeds into valuation, execution risk, and the broader outlook for psychedelic-based therapies.
Narrative Update Jul 10

DFTX: Phase 3 Depression Data Will Drive Repricing Of Psychedelic Franchise

Definium Therapeutics' analyst fair value estimate has moved from about $63.18 to $72.73. This reflects analysts' updated price targets around $57 to $74 after stronger than expected DT120 Phase 3 data in major depressive disorder and generalized anxiety disorder indications, as well as model changes following the recent $805m capital raise.
Narrative Update Jun 26

DFTX: Phase 3 Depression Data Will Likely Prove Priced In

Definium Therapeutics' updated fair value estimate has moved from $20.00 to about $35.66 as analysts raise price targets into the $57 to $74 range, citing strong Phase III EMERGE data for DT120 in major depressive disorder and increased confidence in the program across additional indications. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Definium Therapeutics centers on the Phase III EMERGE data for DT120 in major depressive disorder, with multiple firms updating their models and adjusting price targets to reflect the reported effect size, durability of response, and safety profile.
New Narrative Apr 02

Phase III Psychedelic Readouts And Breakthrough Status Will Reshape Anxiety And Depression Treatment

Catalysts About Definium Therapeutics Definium Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing psychedelics-based medicines for generalized anxiety disorder, major depressive disorder and autism spectrum disorder. What are the underlying business or industry changes driving this perspective?
New Narrative Mar 19

Pivotal Phase III Readouts And Breakthrough Status Will Redefine Psychedelic Psychiatry Potential

Catalysts About Definium Therapeutics Definium Therapeutics develops late stage psychedelic based therapies targeting psychiatric and neurodevelopmental disorders. What are the underlying business or industry changes driving this perspective?
New Narrative Mar 04

Psychedelic Trial Setbacks And Costly REMS Model Will Test This Long Term Opportunity

Catalysts About Definium Therapeutics Definium Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing psychedelic based treatments for generalized anxiety disorder, major depressive disorder and autism spectrum disorder. What are the underlying business or industry changes driving this perspective?
Seeking Alpha Apr 21

Mind Medicine: Initiating Hold Rating Due To Regulatory Challenges

Summary Initiating coverage on Mind Medicine with a Hold rating due to regulatory uncertainties around rescheduling Schedule I compounds for medical use. Despite strong cash resources and promising Phase 3 trials, regulatory delays could hinder MNMD's patient access and market entry. The global GAD, MDD, and ASD markets present significant growth opportunities, but MM120 faces competition and unique safety and scheduling issues. Positive Phase 3 outcomes could drive regulatory progress, but until FDA and DEA clear rescheduling, broad patient access and reimbursement remain uncertain. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha Jan 29

MindMed's LSD Anxiety Drug: Revisiting, Rethinking, But Maintaining My 'Hold' Call

Summary Mind Medicine (MindMed) Inc.'s stock has surged over 160% since my October 2022 “Hold” call, driven by positive Phase 2b data for MM120 in treating GAD. Despite financial stability and promising Phase 3 trials, significant hurdles remain, including DEA rescheduling of LSD and FDA approval challenges. The company faces issues with patenting naturally occurring substances and potential reluctance from insurers and physicians to adopt psychedelic therapies. While MindMed shows progress, I remain cautious due to regulatory and commercial obstacles, maintaining my “Hold” rating on MNMD amidst ongoing uncertainties. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha Nov 04

Mind Medicine: Two Pathways Created From One Pipeline Clinical Candidate

Summary Mind Medicine (MindMed) Inc. is advancing MM-120 for GAD with two phase 3 trials, VOYAGE and PANORAMA, starting in late 2024 and early 2025. MM-120 is also being tested for MDD in the phase 3 EMERGE study, starting in the first half of 2025, with data expected in late 2026. The company has secured funding through 2027, following a public offering, and burns approximately $24.5 million in cash per quarter. Investors should watch for key milestones in 2026 and consider risks related to trial outcomes and regulatory approval for MM-120 and MM-402. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha Aug 15

Psychedelic Stocks: Focus On Their Cash

Summary Jason Najum covers the psychedelic space and contextualizes recent news around the FDA, MDMA, PTSD, and Lykos Therapeutics. Why it may be a blessing in disguise for Cybin, COMPASS Pathways, and MindMed despite setbacks. Major players in the psychedelic medicine space are well-funded, moving into Phase 3 trials, with potential for significant milestones in the near future. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha Jun 05

MindMed: Despite MDMA Setback, Still Hope In Light Of Differentiating Factors

Summary Mind Medicine's (MindMed) results from phase 1 investigator-initiated trial, using MM-402 for the treatment of patients with Autism Spectrum Disorder, expected Q2 of 2024. The primary endpoint of the phase 2b MMED008 study met with statistical significance of HAM-A score over a 4-week period; Patients were given MM-120 to treat GAD. The global Generalized Anxiety Disorder treatment market is expected to reach $4.26 billion by 2033. MindMed has a backup candidate in its pipeline, MM-402, which still uses MDMA targeting for disorders, but with an improved safety profile; this would be MDMA types R[-]-MDMA, S[+]-MDMA and R/S-MDMA. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha Apr 04

Mind Medicine: GAD Program Success Continues With BTD And Positive Treatment Data

Summary Mind Medicine (MindMed) Inc. achieved positive results from phase 2b MMED008 study using MM-120 for the treatment of patients with generalized anxiety disorder. End-of-phase 2 meeting with the FDA for MM-120 program for GAD 1st half of 2024 and phase 3 trial initiation expected 2nd half of 2024. The global generalized anxiety disorder treatment market is expected to reach $4.26 billion by 2033. MM-402 is being advanced in a phase 1 study for the treatment of patients with ASD with results expected 1st half of 2024; The global autism spectrum disorder market could grow to $3.42 billion by 2030. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha Feb 02

Mind Medicine: Positive MM-120 Data Leads To Other 2024 Catalysts

Summary Primary endpoint met of HAM-A scores at week 4 met in phase 2b MMED008 study, when Generalized Anxiety Disorder patients were given MM-120. 12-week HAM-A results from phase 2b MMED008 study in GAD to be released end of Q1 of 2024 with full data set at upcoming medical meeting in 2024. End of phase 2 meeting with FDA to discuss advancement of MM-120 for GAD expected in the 1st half of 2024; Phase 3 trial initiation expected 2nd half of 2024. The generalized anxiety disorder market size is estimated to reach $8.1 billion by 2027. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha

CEO Compensation Analysis

How has Rob Barrow's remuneration changed compared to Definium Therapeutics's earnings?
DateTotal CompensationSalaryCompany Earnings
Jun 30 2026n/an/a

-US$354m

Mar 31 2026n/an/a

-US$238m

Dec 31 2025US$13mUS$655k

-US$184m

Sep 30 2025n/an/a

-US$168m

Jun 30 2025n/an/a

-US$115m

Mar 31 2025n/an/a

-US$78m

Dec 31 2024US$3mUS$624k

-US$109m

Sep 30 2024n/an/a

-US$98m

Jun 30 2024n/an/a

-US$102m

Mar 31 2024n/an/a

-US$125m

Dec 31 2023US$2mUS$599k

-US$96m

Sep 30 2023n/an/a

-US$77m

Jun 30 2023n/an/a

-US$75m

Mar 31 2023n/an/a

-US$63m

Dec 31 2022US$5mUS$672k

-US$57m

Sep 30 2022n/an/a

-US$69m

Jun 30 2022n/an/a

-US$69m

Mar 31 2022n/an/a

-US$98m

Dec 31 2021US$12mUS$350k

-US$93m

Compensation vs Market: Rob's total compensation ($USD12.77M) is above average for companies of similar size in the US market ($USD8.29M).

Compensation vs Earnings: Rob's compensation has increased whilst the company is unprofitable.


CEO

Rob Barrow (37 yo)

5.2yrs
Tenure
US$12,767,442
Compensation

Mr. Robert Barrow, also known as Rob, serves as Chief Executive Officer at Mind Medicine (MindMed) Inc since June 9, 2021 and serves a its Director since December 13, 2021. He served as Chief Development O...


Leadership Team

NamePositionTenureCompensationOwnership
Robert Barrow
CEO & Director5.2yrsUS$12.77m1.1%
$ 67.5m
Brandi Roberts
Chief Financial Officer1.2yrsUS$5.33m0.098%
$ 6.0m
Daniel Karlin
Chief Medical Officer5.5yrsUS$4.00m0.45%
$ 27.6m
Scott Freeman
Co-Founder & Clinical Advisorno dataUS$501.19kno data
Leonard Latchman
Co-Founderno datano datano data
Peter Mack
Senior Vice President of Pharmaceutical Development & Operations1.6yrsno datano data
Gitanjali Ogawa
VP & Head of Investor Relationsno datano datano data
Mark Sullivan
Chief Legal Officer & Corporate Secretary3.3yrsUS$1.16m0.093%
$ 5.7m
Beth Calitri
Vice President of Corporate Communications1.3yrsno datano data
Stephanie Fagan
Chief Corporate Affairs Officer2.1yrsno datano data
Gregg Pratt
Chief Regulatory & Quality Assurance Officer1.8yrsno datano data
Matthew Wiley
Chief Commercial Officer1.4yrsno data0.18%
$ 10.9m
1.8yrs
Average Tenure
53yo
Average Age

Experienced Management: DFTX's management team is not considered experienced ( 1.8 years average tenure), which suggests a new team.


Board Members

NamePositionTenureCompensationOwnership
Robert Barrow
CEO & Director4.7yrsUS$12.77m1.1%
$ 67.5m
Carol Vallone
Independent Chairperson4.9yrsUS$496.83k0.012%
$ 757.9k
David Gryska
Independent Director3.2yrsUS$458.83k0.0079%
$ 486.4k
Suzanne Bruhn
Independent Director4yrsUS$457.83k0.015%
$ 898.9k
Robert Malenka
Chair of Scientific Advisory Board5.4yrsno datano data
Robert Dworkin
Member of Scientific Advisory Board5yrsno datano data
Maurizio Fava
Member of Scientific Advisory Board5.2yrsno datano data
Andreas Krebs
Independent Vice Chairman4.9yrsUS$484.83k0.011%
$ 692.0k
Roger Crystal
Independent Director4yrsUS$456.83k0.015%
$ 898.9k
Nzinga Harrison
Member of Scientific Advisory Board1.8yrsno datano data
Peter Bergethon
Member of Scientific Advisory Board5.2yrsno datano data
Maria Oquendo
Member of Scientific Advisory Board4.8yrsno datano data
4.8yrs
Average Tenure
68yo
Average Age

Experienced Board: DFTX's board of directors are considered experienced (4.8 years average tenure).


Company Analysis and Financial Data Status

DataLast Updated (UTC time)
Company Analysis2026/08/20 04:26
End of Day Share Price 2026/08/20 00:00
Earnings2026/06/30
Annual Earnings2025/12/31

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Management10 years
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Key Developments10 years
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Analyst Sources

Definium Therapeutics, Inc. is covered by 24 analysts. 15 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.

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Christopher ChenBaird
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Joel BeattyBaird