Synopsys, Inc. provides electronic design automation software products used to design and test integrated circuits (ICs). It offers Fusion Design Platform, a digital design implementation solution; Verification Continuum Platform, which provides virtual prototyping, static and formal verification, simulation, emulation, field-programmable gate array (FPGA)-based prototyping, and debug solutions; and FPGA design products that are programmed to perform specific functions. The company also offers intellectual property (IP) solutions for USB, PCI Express, DDR, Ethernet, SATA, MIPI, HDMI, and Bluetooth low energy applications; analog IP, including data converters and audio codecs; and system-on-chip infrastructure IP, datapath and building block IP, and verification IP products, as well as mathematical and floating point components, and ARM AMBA interconnect fabric and peripherals. In addition, it provides logic libraries and embedded memories; configurable processor cores and application-specific instruction-set processor tools for embedded applications; IP subsystems for audio, sensor, and data fusion functionality; and security IP solutions. Further, the company offers Platform Architect tools for SoC architecture analysis and optimization; virtual prototyping solutions; and HAPS FPGA-based prototyping systems, as well as a series of tools used in the design of optical systems and photonic devices. Additionally, it provides testing tools, services, and programs, which include security testing, managed services, programs and professional services, and training that enable its customers to detect and remediate defects in the software development lifecycle; manufacturing solutions for semiconductor manufacturers to develop fabrication processes; and professional and other services. Synopsys, Inc. was founded in 1986 and is headquartered in Mountain View, California.
Industry, Sector and Symbol
Industry Prepackaged software
Sub-IndustryApplication Software
SectorComputer and Technology
Phone650-584-5000
Debt
Price-To-Earnings
Sales & Book Value
Annual Sales$3.12 billion
Profitability
Miscellaneous
Employees13,245
Next Earnings Date5/22/2019 (Estimated)
OptionableOptionable
Synopsys (NASDAQ:SNPS) Frequently Asked Questions
What is Synopsys' stock symbol?
Synopsys trades on the NASDAQ under the ticker symbol "SNPS."
How will Synopsys' stock buyback program work?
Synopsys announced that its Board of Directors has approved a share buyback program on Thursday, April 5th 2018, which allows the company to buyback $500,000,000.00 in outstanding shares, according to EventVestor. This buyback authorization allows the company to repurchase up to 4.1% of its stock through open market purchases. Stock buyback programs are usually a sign that the company's management believes its stock is undervalued.
How were Synopsys' earnings last quarter?
Synopsys, Inc. (NASDAQ:SNPS) posted its quarterly earnings results on Wednesday, February, 20th. The semiconductor company reported $1.08 EPS for the quarter, beating the Zacks' consensus estimate of $0.57 by $0.51. The semiconductor company had revenue of $820.40 million for the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $796.30 million. Synopsys had a return on equity of 17.23% and a net margin of 18.59%. Synopsys's revenue was up 6.6% compared to the same quarter last year. During the same quarter in the prior year, the company earned $1.10 earnings per share. View Synopsys' Earnings History.
When is Synopsys' next earnings date?
What guidance has Synopsys issued on next quarter's earnings?
Synopsys issued an update on its FY19 earnings guidance on Wednesday, February, 20th. The company provided EPS guidance of $4.20-4.27 for the period, compared to the Thomson Reuters consensus earnings per share estimate of $4.24. The company issued revenue guidance of $3.29-3.34 billion, compared to the consensus revenue estimate of $3.32 billion.Synopsys also updated its FY 2019 guidance to $4.20-4.27 EPS.
What price target have analysts set for SNPS?
8 brokerages have issued twelve-month price objectives for Synopsys' stock. Their predictions range from $98.00 to $125.00. On average, they anticipate Synopsys' stock price to reach $112.00 in the next twelve months. This suggests a possible upside of 9.5% from the stock's current price. View Analyst Price Targets for Synopsys.
What is the consensus analysts' recommendation for Synopsys?
8 Wall Street analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for Synopsys in the last year. There are currently 1 hold rating and 7 buy ratings for the stock, resulting in a consensus recommendation of "Buy." View Analyst Ratings for Synopsys.
Has Synopsys been receiving favorable news coverage?
News stories about SNPS stock have trended somewhat positive on Saturday, according to InfoTrie. The research firm identifies positive and negative news coverage by analyzing more than six thousand blog and news sources in real-time. The firm ranks coverage of companies on a scale of negative five to positive five, with scores closest to five being the most favorable. Synopsys earned a coverage optimism score of 0.8 on InfoTrie's scale. They also gave headlines about the semiconductor company a news buzz of 1.0 out of 10, meaning that recent news coverage is extremely unlikely to have an effect on the company's share price in the next several days.
Who are some of Synopsys' key competitors?
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What other stocks do shareholders of Synopsys own?
Who are Synopsys' key executives?
Synopsys' management team includes the folowing people:
- Dr. Aart J. de Geus, Co-Founder, Chairman & Co-CEO (Age 65)
- Dr. Chi-Foon Chan, Co-CEO, Pres & Director (Age 70)
- Mr. Trac Pham, Chief Financial Officer (Age 50)
- Mr. John F. Runkel Jr., Gen. Counsel & Corp. Sec. (Age 63)
- Mr. Joseph W. Logan, Sales & Corp. Marketing Officer (Age 59)
Who are Synopsys' major shareholders?
Synopsys' stock is owned by a variety of of retail and institutional investors. Top institutional shareholders include Lunia Capital LP (12.26%), BlackRock Inc. (8.16%), Parnassus Investments CA (4.54%), Swedbank (1.99%), D. E. Shaw & Co. Inc. (1.64%) and Geode Capital Management LLC (1.50%). Company insiders that own Synopsys stock include Chi-Foon Chan, Chrysostomos L Nikias, Geus Aart De, John F Runkel Jr, John Schwarz, Joseph W Logan and Steven Walske. View Institutional Ownership Trends for Synopsys.
Which institutional investors are selling Synopsys stock?
SNPS stock was sold by a variety of institutional investors in the last quarter, including BlackRock Inc., Los Angeles Capital Management & Equity Research Inc., Bank of Montreal Can, Kornitzer Capital Management Inc. KS, Stevens Capital Management LP, Picton Mahoney Asset Management, Martingale Asset Management L P and First Trust Advisors LP. Company insiders that have sold Synopsys company stock in the last year include Chi-Foon Chan, Geus Aart De, John F Runkel Jr and Joseph W Logan. View Insider Buying and Selling for Synopsys.
Which institutional investors are buying Synopsys stock?
SNPS stock was acquired by a variety of institutional investors in the last quarter, including Lunia Capital LP, Parnassus Investments CA, Bessemer Group Inc., Prudential Financial Inc., D. E. Shaw & Co. Inc., Assenagon Asset Management S.A., Nordea Investment Management AB and Citigroup Inc.. View Insider Buying and Selling for Synopsys.
How do I buy shares of Synopsys?
Shares of SNPS can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include Vanguard Brokerage Services, TD Ameritrade, E*TRADE, Scottrade, Fidelity and Charles Schwab.
What is Synopsys' stock price today?
One share of SNPS stock can currently be purchased for approximately $102.30.
How big of a company is Synopsys?
Synopsys has a market capitalization of $15.47 billion and generates $3.12 billion in revenue each year. The semiconductor company earns $432.51 million in net income (profit) each year or $2.82 on an earnings per share basis. Synopsys employs 13,245 workers across the globe.
What is Synopsys' official website?
How can I contact Synopsys?
Synopsys' mailing address is 690 EAST MIDDLEFIELD ROAD, MOUNTAIN VIEW CA, 94043. The semiconductor company can be reached via phone at 650-584-5000 or via email at [email protected]
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