Synopsys is a provider of electronic design automation software and intellectual property products. EDA software automates and aids in the chip design process, enhancing design accuracy, productivity, and complexity in a full-flow end-to-end solution. Synopsys' comprehensive portfolio is benefiting from a convergence of semiconductor companies moving up the stack of technologies toward systems-like companies, and systems companies moving down-stack toward in-house chip design. The resulting expansion in EDA customers alongside secular digitalization of various end markets benefits EDA vendors like Synopsys.
The chart shows the growth of an initial investment of $10,000 in Synopsys Inc, comparing it to the performance of the S&P 500 index. All prices have been adjusted for splits and dividends.
Returns By Period
Synopsys Inc (SNPS) has returned -17.33% so far this year and -1.75% over the past 12 months. Looking at the last ten years, SNPS has achieved an annualized return of 23.17%, outperforming the Benchmark (SPY), which averaged 12.23% per year.
SNPS
1M-6.86%
6M-16.11%
YTD-17.33%
1Y-1.75%
5Y9.18%
10Y23.17%
Benchmark (SPY)
1M-3.79%
6M-2.35%
YTD-4.36%
1Y25.24%
5Y10.20%
10Y12.23%
Monthly Returns
The table below presents the monthly returns of Synopsys Inc (SNPS) with color gradation from worst to best to easily spot seasonal factors.
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
2026
-2.89%
-10.13%
-4.09%
-1.82%
2025
6.36%
-10.63%
-7.49%
6.72%
0.33%
11.47%
24.40%
-2.27%
-16.24%
-7.15%
-7.49%
5.32%
2024
5.00%
7.44%
-0.19%
-8.21%
6.18%
5.32%
-6.13%
-6.56%
-1.51%
1.20%
9.76%
-12.69%
2023
9.52%
2.85%
6.35%
-3.60%
22.71%
-2.49%
4.70%
2.40%
-0.22%
1.79%
15.41%
-5.27%
2022
-15.43%
0.18%
6.82%
-14.07%
11.39%
-5.68%
21.59%
-4.98%
-10.48%
-5.26%
14.15%
-11.94%
2021
-1.75%
-5.67%
-0.63%
-1.88%
2.18%
8.61%
4.11%
14.64%
-9.73%
11.28%
2.26%
6.89%
2020
5.13%
-7.29%
-6.65%
27.86%
17.72%
7.79%
2.30%
10.24%
-3.26%
-1.16%
5.56%
14.53%
2019
13.33%
8.74%
12.70%
3.94%
-4.02%
10.42%
1.04%
6.34%
-2.02%
-1.29%
3.40%
-1.83%
2018
7.81%
-7.86%
-1.69%
3.01%
3.13%
-3.30%
5.05%
14.47%
-2.89%
-9.71%
2.67%
-9.38%
2017
6.11%
13.29%
0.97%
1.75%
1.35%
-2.80%
4.36%
4.58%
0.60%
7.25%
3.80%
-5.73%
2016
-1.49%
8.73%
5.25%
0.48%
9.15%
0.66%
0.02%
2.08%
0.58%
Performance Indicators
The charts below present risk-adjusted performance metrics for Synopsys Inc (SNPS) and compare them to a Benchmark (SPY). These indicators evaluate an investment's returns against its associated risks.
Sharpe ratio
Sortino ratio
Omega ratio
Calmar ratio
Martin ratio
sharpe ratio
The Sharpe ratio helps investors understand how much return they're getting for the level of risk taken. A higher Sharpe ratio indicates better risk-adjusted performance, meaning more reward for each unit of risk.
These values reflect how efficiently the investment has delivered returns relative to its volatility over different time periods. All figures are annualized and based on daily total returns.
The chart below shows the rolling Sharpe ratio of SNPS compared to the benchmark. This view highlights how the investment's risk-adjusted performance has changed over time.
Volatility Chart
The current Synopsys Inc volatility is 2.23%, representing the standart deviation of percentage change in the investments's value, either up or down over the past month. The chart below shows the rolling one-month volatility.
Drawdowns Chart
The Drawdowns chart displays portfolio losses from any high point along the way. It shows the maximum percentage drop from a peak to a trough over a specified period, indicating the risk of significant losses. Although chart shows positive values, it represents the percentage drop from the peak, so a value of 10% means the portfolio has dropped 10% from its highest point.
Income Statement
The income statement provides a summary of a company's revenues, expenses, and profits over a specific period. It shows how much money the company earned (revenues) and how much it spent (expenses), leading to the net income or profit. This statement is crucial for understanding a company's financial performance and profitability.
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016
2015
2014
2013
2012
2011
Liabilities And Equity (USD)
48.22B
13.07B
10.33B
9.42B
8.75B
8.03B
6.41B
6.15B
5.40B
5.24B
5.05B
4.78B
4.36B
4.15B
3.37B
Temporary Equity (USD)
-
30.00M
31.04M
38.66M
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Equity Attributable To Parent (USD)
28.33B
8.99B
6.15B
5.52B
5.30B
4.91B
4.08B
3.48B
3.28B
3.20B
3.13B
3.06B
2.79B
2.50B
2.10B
Equity Attributable To Noncontrolling Interest (USD)
The security IP market is experiencing rapid consolidation and transformation as OEMs increasingly demand fully integrated, certification-ready security components. Providers are shifting from standalone crypto blocks to bundled platforms combining cryptographic libraries, firmware, and Root of Trust modules. Major acquisitions by Synopsys and Cadence, along with differentiation strategies from Rambus, FortifyIQ, and Xiphera around post-quantum cryptography and side-channel protection, are reshaping the competitive landscape.
GlobeNewswire Inc.•Jason Scheer
AI Insight
Synopsys is actively consolidating the market through strategic acquisitions of Elliptic Technologies and Intrinsic ID, positioning itself as a leader in vertically unified secure-element platforms and benefiting from growing demand for integrated security solutions.
Keysight Technologies has surged over 80% in the past 52 weeks, driven by strong demand from AI and defense markets. The company reported 23% revenue growth to $1.6B and raised full-year guidance to 20% growth, with AI currently representing 10% of revenue and defense markets posting record results. However, elevated valuation leaves limited room for execution missteps, with consensus price targets implying only 3-7% upside.
Investing.com•Leo Miller
AI Insight
Mentioned as a competitor in EDA software space with higher margins (80%+) but complementary rather than directly competitive business model to Keysight. No specific performance data provided.
Synopsys announced the launch of its Electronics Digital Twin (eDT) Platform to accelerate software-defined product development, particularly for automotive applications. The platform enables OEMs to complete up to 90% of software validation before hardware availability. The company recently beat earnings expectations with adjusted EPS of $3.77 vs. $3.56 estimate and raised FY2026 guidance. SNPS shares were up 1.57% in premarket trading at $444.07.
Benzinga•Lekha Gupta
AI Insight
Company announced innovative eDT platform addressing automotive software complexity, beat Q1 earnings expectations on both EPS and revenue, raised full-year guidance, and received analyst Buy rating with $540.71 average price target. Premarket trading showed positive momentum at +1.57%.
Breker Verification Systems appointed Larry Lapides, former Synopsys Executive Director of RISC-V Tools Business Development, to its Advisory Board. Lapides brings extensive EDA industry experience and deep ties to the RISC-V community, supporting Breker's position as a leader in processor verification solutions and standards development.
GlobeNewswire Inc.•Unknown
AI Insight
Synopsys is mentioned only as the former employer of the newly appointed advisory board member. The article does not contain information indicating positive or negative implications for Synopsys itself.
Synopsys stock fell 3.44% Thursday despite beating Q1 earnings estimates with adjusted EPS of $3.77 and revenue of $2.41 billion. The decline was driven by disappointing guidance, with flat IP revenue sequentially and second-quarter sales guidance below consensus. Analyst Clarke Jeffries cut the price target from $520 to $430, citing underwhelming results and weakness in China revenue due to technology restrictions.
Benzinga•Lekha Gupta
AI Insight
Stock fell 3.44% despite beating earnings estimates. The negative sentiment is driven by disappointing forward guidance, flat sequential IP revenue growth, second-quarter sales guidance below consensus, weakness in China revenue, and a significant analyst price target cut from $520 to $430 with a Neutral rating.
The article highlights that investors are favoring companies combining high earnings growth (20%+) with strong balance sheets in a market with elevated valuations. NVIDIA is noted as one of the fastest-growing large-cap companies driven by AI accelerator demand, while Eli Lilly has delivered robust earnings growth through innovation in therapeutic areas. The article emphasizes that strong financial foundations combined with significant earnings growth signal durable competitive advantages and offer compelling upside potential with resilience.
Investing.com•Tafara Tsoka
AI Insight
Mentioned in the article header with a 4.73% change, but no specific analysis or commentary provided about the company in the main article content.
While Nvidia dominates AI accelerators, the broader AI ecosystem is expanding rapidly with lesser-known companies benefiting from surging AI infrastructure spending. The article highlights four underrated AI stocks: Super Micro Computer (server infrastructure), Arista Networks (cloud networking), Vertiv Holdings (cooling and power management), and Synopsys (semiconductor design software) as compelling alternatives to mega-cap AI plays.
Investing.com•Tafara Tsoka
AI Insight
Presented as a beneficiary of rising demand for advanced electronic design automation software used to design complex AI accelerators, regardless of which chipmaker wins.
The launch azimuth analysis software market is experiencing rapid growth, expanding from $1.13 billion in 2024 to an anticipated $1.84 billion by 2029 (10.2% CAGR). Growth is driven by rising satellite mega-constellations, commercial space exploration, and AI-driven trajectory optimization. Key players like Airbus, Lockheed Martin, and Northrop Grumman are focusing on real-time trajectory simulations and advanced integrations. Industry consolidation is evident with Synopsys's $35 billion acquisition of Ansys to enhance AI capabilities.
GlobeNewswire Inc.•Researchandmarkets.Com
AI Insight
Acquiring Ansys for $35 billion to enhance AI innovation capabilities in aerospace and related sectors, demonstrating strategic expansion in high-growth markets.
A class action lawsuit has been filed against Synopsys, Inc. alleging that the company made materially false and misleading statements regarding its business operations. The complaint claims Synopsys failed to disclose that its increased focus on AI customers requiring additional customization was deteriorating the economics of its Design IP business, negatively impacting financial results. Investors who purchased Synopsys securities between December 4, 2024 and September 9, 2025 are eligible to participate in the lawsuit.
The company faces a class action lawsuit alleging securities fraud, false statements about business operations, and failure to disclose material adverse facts regarding deteriorating Design IP business economics due to AI customer focus. This represents significant legal and reputational risk.
Grabar Law Office is investigating shareholder claims against four companies for alleged breaches of fiduciary duties and securities fraud. Cytokinetics faces allegations of misleading statements regarding FDA decisions on its aficamten drug application. Molina Healthcare is accused of failing to disclose adverse medical cost trends and guidance cuts. Synopsys allegedly misrepresented financial performance in its ANSYS acquisition materials, with the stock plunging 35.8% after disappointing Q3 results. WEBTOON Entertainment's class action lawsuit survived a motion to dismiss, with allegations of misleading Monthly Active Users metrics at IPO.
GlobeNewswire Inc.•Grabar Law Office
AI Insight
Company allegedly inflated historical revenue and profit growth in ANSYS acquisition materials by concealing Design IP business weakening; stock crashed 35.8% following disappointing Q3 results.
