Synopsys acquires ANSYS for enhanced design capabilities
PUBLIC · SNPSOct 04, 2026
Acquiring Company
Synopsys
Acquired Company
Ansys
SunnyvaleInformation TechnologyHardwareSoftwarePrivacy And SecuritySecurityinformation technology & services
Description
Synopsys, Inc. has successfully completed the acquisition of ANSYS, Inc. This strategic move is aimed at strengthening Synopsys' position in chip design and enhancing its product offerings. The integration of ANSYS is expected to drive significant cash growth and improve the overall value proposition for Synopsys customers. The deal is part of Synopsys' broader strategy to leverage engineering workflows and customer relationships.
Company Information
Company
Synopsys
Location
675 Almanor Ave
Sunnyvale, California, United States
About
Synopsys, Inc. (NASDAQ: SNPS) is the Silicon to SoftwareTM partner for innovative companies developing the electronic products and software applications we rely on every day. As an S&P 500 company, Synopsys has a long history of being a global leader in electronic design automation (EDA) and semiconductor IP and offers the industry's broadest portfolio of application security testing tools and services. Whether you're a system-on-chip (SoC) designer creating advanced semiconductors, or a software developer writing more secure, high-quality code, Synopsys has the solutions needed to deliver innovative products. Learn more at https://www.synopsys.com.
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Ansys was acquired by Synopsys, based in Sunnyvale. The deal was reported on October 4, 2026. Synopsys, Inc. (NASDAQ: SNPS) is the Silicon to SoftwareTM partner for innovative companies developing the electronic products and software applications we rely on every day. Synopsys is publicly traded (SNPS) and operates in Information Technology.
When did Synopsys acquire Ansys?
Synopsys's acquisition of Ansys was reported on October 4, 2026. Synopsys, Inc. has successfully completed the acquisition of ANSYS, Inc. This strategic move is aimed at strengthening Synopsys' position in chip design and enhancing its product offerings. Fundz records the date the transaction was first publicly reported, sourced from filings and company announcements.
What does Ansys do?
Ansys is the company acquired in this transaction. It is privately held.
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