Eli Lilly will acquire AtaiBeckley for up to $3.8 billion. This deal aims to develop psychedelic treatments for depression and other mental health issues. The acquisition includes AtaiBeckley's lead candidate, BPL-003, a nasal spray. This move follows increased interest in psychedelic therapies and federal funding for research. The companies expect the deal to conclude in the third quarter of this year.

The latest in a prolific streak of buyouts by Lilly is the strongest sign yet that large pharmaceutical companies may finally be embracing a long-dismissed field of research.

AtaiBeckley shares jumped 64.70% after hours following reports that Eli Lilly is in talks to acquire the psychedelic drugmaker at a premium.

Eli Lilly is reportedly negotiating to acquire psychedelic drugmaker AtaiBeckley. AtaiBeckley shares experienced a significant surge following the news of these discussions. The…