Barinthus Biotherapeutics plc

BRNS: Is Barinthus Biotherapeutics plc Halal?

Barinthus Biotherapeutics plc

NASDAQHealthcareUS

$0.66

+9.43%

Market Cap: 27.0M

Compliance Status

Not Halal

Screened on Aug 26, 2026 · AAOIFI Standard 21

F

Non-Compliant

0Score

Is Barinthus Biotherapeutics plc (BRNS) halal? Not Halal. Based on AAOIFI screening, Barinthus Biotherapeutics plc passes the business activity screen but fails financial ratio screens with a compliance score of 0/100 (Grade: F).

Business activity

What the company sells is permissible.

Passed

Company debt

Over the limit

How much the company borrows, compared to its total value. AAOIFI allows up to 30%.

41.8% of 30.0% limit

What this means for you

Most scholars advise not holding BRNS

It does not pass AAOIFI Shariah screening.

See halal alternatives from the same sector further down this page

About Barinthus Biotherapeutics plc

Barinthus Biotherapeutics PLC is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing novel immunotherapeutic drug candidates for treating autoimmune and inflammatory diseases. The company is prioritizing the development of its proprietary SNAP-TI platform, designed to promote immune tolerance, with its lead candidate VTP-1000 targeting celiac disease. It is also developing VTP-300 for chronic hepatitis B using viral vector platform technologies, aimed at inducing disease-specific immune responses.

Sector: Healthcare · Industry: Biotechnology

Shariah Compliance Status

AAOIFI Standard 21Updated Aug 26, 2026

Compliance History

Not Halal, unchanged since Aug 2026.

No status changes recorded since we began tracking.

Tracked since Aug 2026. Updates automatically on each re-screen.

Fiscal: FY 2025Data source: FMP
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Barinthus Biotherapeutics plc (BRNS) halal to invest in?
Barinthus Biotherapeutics plc (BRNS) is rated Not Halal under AAOIFI Standard 21 screening. It fails either the business activity screen (primary involvement in prohibited sectors such as conventional banking, alcohol, or gambling) or one of the quantitative financial ratio thresholds. Muslim investors should avoid or exit this position.
Why did Barinthus Biotherapeutics plc get a F compliance rating?
Barinthus Biotherapeutics plc (BRNS) received a grade of F (Non-Compliant) based on three AAOIFI Standard 21 financial ratios: debt-to-market-cap of 41.8% (limit 30%). The grade reflects the margin of safety across all three ratios relative to their thresholds.
What could change Barinthus Biotherapeutics plc's Shariah verdict?
Barinthus Biotherapeutics plc's verdict is re-evaluated at each annual re-screen. Three events could change it: (1) the debt-to-market-cap ratio crossing 30%, typically from new debt issuance or a major drop in share price; (2) interest-bearing deposits exceeding 30% of market cap; or (3) prohibited revenue (alcohol, gambling, conventional finance, etc.) exceeding 5% of total revenue. Verdict flips are tracked in the compliance history section above.
How often is Barinthus Biotherapeutics plc re-screened for Shariah compliance?
Barinthus Biotherapeutics plc (BRNS) is re-screened annually using the most recent full-year financial data from SEC filings. HalalScreener also triggers an on-demand re-screen whenever the stored data is more than 7 days old, ensuring the ratios reflect the latest available financial statements. Last screened: Aug 26, 2026.

Screened according to AAOIFI Standard No. 21 · For informational purposes only. Consult a qualified Islamic finance advisor before investing.

Disclaimer: This screening is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial, legal, or religious advice. Compliance is evaluated using AAOIFI financial standards (debt, deposits, and prohibited income ratios) and publicly available data. Ethical, political, social, or environmental considerations are outside the scope of this screening. Individual scholars and methodologies may differ. Always consult a qualified Islamic finance advisor before making investment decisions.