Zheng Quan Shi Bao Wang·2025-11-13 10:59Core Insights - Synopsys plans to lay off approximately 10% of its workforce, affecting around 2,000 employees, to reallocate investments towards growth opportunities, particularly in AI chip design and system simulation software [1] - The layoffs are part of a strategic adjustment following the completion of Synopsys' $35 billion acquisition of Ansys, aimed at enhancing resource allocation and cost structure to meet the demands of the AI era [1] - The company anticipates pre-tax costs of $300 million to $350 million related to severance and other one-time benefits, with most layoffs expected to occur in fiscal year 2026 and the restructuring plan to be largely completed by the end of fiscal year 2027 [1] Financial Performance - For the third fiscal quarter ending July 31, Synopsys reported a 14% year-over-year revenue increase to $1.74 billion, with adjusted earnings per share of $3.39, slightly down from $3.43 in the previous year [2] - The design automation business saw a 23% year-over-year revenue growth to $1.31 billion, exceeding market expectations, while the design IP business experienced a 7.7% decline to $427.6 million, falling short of market forecasts [2] - The adjusted operating profit for the quarter was $669.8 million, with the CEO attributing the underperformance in the IP business to new U.S. export restrictions affecting Chinese chip design projects and challenges faced by major foundry clients [2] Market Context - Synopsys, along with Cadence and Siemens EDA, constitutes the "big three" in the EDA market, collectively holding over 70% market share [3] - In May, the U.S. Department of Commerce imposed export restrictions on the EDA giants, requiring licenses for sales to mainland China, but these restrictions were lifted by July, allowing full access for Chinese customers to their software and technology [3]