Praxis Precision Medicines, Inc.

PRAX: Is Praxis Precision Medicines, Inc. Halal?

Praxis Precision Medicines, Inc.

NASDAQHealthcareUS

$319.23

+2.95%

Market Cap: 8.9B

Compliance Status

Halal

Screened on Sep 1, 2026 · AAOIFI Standard 21

A+

Excellent

95Score

Is Praxis Precision Medicines, Inc. (PRAX) halal? Halal. Based on AAOIFI screening, Praxis Precision Medicines, Inc. passes both qualitative (business activity) and quantitative (financial ratio) screens with a compliance score of 95/100 (Grade: A+).

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HalalScreener rates Praxis Precision Medicines, Inc. (PRAX) Halal, 95/100, grade A+ under AAOIFI Standard 21, screened Sep 1, 2026. Source: https://halalscreener.app/en/stock/PRAX

Business activity

What the company sells is permissible.

Passed

Company debt

Well clear of the limit

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

0.0% of 30.0% limit

What this means for you

You can own PRAX

It passes both the business activity and financial ratio screens under AAOIFI Standard 21.

Purification amount is Pro

We have screened PRAX's prohibited income, but the exact share you would need to purify is part of Pro.

About Praxis Precision Medicines, Inc.

Praxis Precision Medicines, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical firm operating at the clinical stage, dedicated to creating innovative treatments for central nervous system (CNS) conditions that stem from an imbalance in neuronal activity. The company's primary investigational compounds currently undergoing evaluation include: PRAX-114, an extrasynaptic-preferring positive allosteric modulator of the GABAA receptor, which is currently in Phase IIa clinical trials for addressing both major depressive disorder and perimenopausal depression. Additionally, PRAX-944, a small molecule designed to selectively inhibit T-type calcium channels, is also progressing through Phase IIa clinical trials to manage essential tremor. Beyond these, Praxis is also advancing a pipeline of other promising drug candidates, such as: PRAX-562, a persistent sodium current blocker, undergoing Phase I clinical evaluation for treating severe pediatric epilepsy and adult cephalgia (headaches). PRAX-222, an antisense oligonucleotide (ASO) aimed at individuals suffering from gain-of-function (GOF) SCN2A epilepsy. And a program targeting KCNT1 for the treatment of KCNT1 GOF epilepsy. To further its research and development efforts, Praxis maintains several strategic alliances. These include a cooperation and licensing arrangement with RogCon Inc.; a licensing deal with Purdue Neuroscience Company; a comprehensive research collaboration, option, and license agreement with Ionis Pharmaceuticals, Inc.; and a collaborative project with The Florey Institute focused on the creation of three new antisense oligonucleotides (ASOs). Established in 2015, the company's headquarters are situated in Boston, Massachusetts.

Sector: Healthcare · Industry: Biotechnology

Shariah Compliance Status

AAOIFI Standard 21Updated Sep 1, 2026

Compliance History

  1. Halalnow

    since Aug 2026

  2. Under Review

    until the change above

  3. Not Halal

    until the change above

  4. Halal

    until the change above

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

Fiscal: FY 2025Data source: FMP
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Praxis Precision Medicines, Inc. (PRAX) halal to invest in?
Based on AAOIFI Standard 21 screening, Praxis Precision Medicines, Inc. (PRAX) is rated Halal with a compliance grade of A+ (Excellent). It passes both the business activity screen (no primary involvement in prohibited sectors) and the quantitative financial ratio screen (debt, interest deposits, and prohibited income all below AAOIFI thresholds).
Why did Praxis Precision Medicines, Inc. get a A+ compliance rating?
Praxis Precision Medicines, Inc. (PRAX) received a grade of A+ (Excellent) based on three AAOIFI Standard 21 financial ratios: debt-to-market-cap of 0.0% (limit 30%). The grade reflects the margin of safety across all three ratios relative to their thresholds.
What could change Praxis Precision Medicines, Inc.'s Shariah verdict?
Praxis Precision Medicines, Inc.'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 Praxis Precision Medicines, Inc. re-screened for Shariah compliance?
Praxis Precision Medicines, Inc. (PRAX) 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: Sep 1, 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.