ANSYS (ANSS) News Today

ANSYS, Inc. (ANSS) is experiencing notable trading activity as its $35 billion takeover by Synopsys clears key approvals and analysts update their ratings. Below are the main drivers influencing the stock today:

• Positive Sentiment: The Synopsys acquisition of ANSYS has cleared worldwide regulatory hurdles, including China’s conditional approval, solidifying the deal premium for ANSYS shareholders. Ansys Acquisition by Synopsys Clears Regulatory Hurdles Worldwide
• Positive Sentiment: Synopsys has received all necessary approvals to proceed with its $35 billion purchase of ANSYS, removing the last regulatory uncertainty. Synopsys Receives All Necessary Approvals for Proposed Acquisition of Ansys
• Positive Sentiment: ANSYS hit an 80-plus relative strength rating benchmark, signaling strong technical momentum ahead of the deal close. Ansys Hits 80-Plus Relative Strength Rating Benchmark
• Positive Sentiment: Analysts highlight ANSYS’s robust financial metrics and competitive strengths as a “winning formula” under Synopsys. Ansys Inc (ANSS)'s Winning Formula: Financial Metrics and Competitive Strengths
• Neutral Sentiment: The stock moved roughly 3.0% higher on technical buying, though analysts question whether this strength will persist beyond the acquisition news. Ansys (ANSS) Moves 3.0% Higher: Will This Strength Last?
• Negative Sentiment: Robert W. Baird downgraded ANSYS from “outperform” to “neutral” (or “strong-buy” to “hold”), citing valuation concerns even with a raised $396 price target. Baird Downgrades ANSYS (ANSS)
• Negative Sentiment: ANSYS will exit the S&P 500 upon deal completion, removing a key source of passive demand as Trade Desk takes its place. Trade Desk Stock Jumps on News of S&P 500 Inclusion as Ansys Exits