Synopsys(US:SNPS)2025-09-10 20:27Summary of Synopsys Conference Call Company Overview - Company: Synopsys - Event: Goldman Sachs Communication and Technology Conference - Speaker: CEO Sassine Ghazi Key Points Industry Context - The semiconductor industry is facing challenges, particularly in the IP (Intellectual Property) business due to external factors such as restrictions in China and issues with a major foundry customer [3][6][10]. Financial Performance - Synopsys reported a weaker-than-expected Q3 performance, primarily driven by a decline in the IP business [3][7]. - The company anticipates muted growth for the IP segment in FY2026, while other business areas are expected to perform well [7][18]. Factors Affecting IP Business 1. China Market Impact: - Synopsys faced a BIS restriction that hindered sales in China for about six weeks, leading to uncertainty among customers [5][6]. - Growth in China, which had been around 20% to 25% CAGR, is expected to decline significantly [10]. - The company cannot sell to many potential customers in China due to technology restrictions [9][10]. 2. Foundry Customer Issues: - A significant foundry customer did not utilize the IP investment made by Synopsys, impacting revenue forecasts [6][14]. - The company has decided to de-risk its forecasts by assuming no customers for the IP built for this foundry [10][16]. Business Segments - Synopsys operates in three main areas: Design EDA (Electronic Design Automation), Design Automation, and IP [5]. - The company is pivoting towards more customized IP solutions, particularly for hyperscale and automotive markets [20][22]. AI Integration - Synopsys is leveraging AI in its products, focusing on reinforcement learning, generative AI, and agentic systems to enhance design efficiency [35][36]. - The integration of AI is expected to improve productivity and reduce time to market for customers [35]. Ansys Acquisition - The acquisition of Ansys is seen as a strategic move to enhance product offerings, particularly in physics simulation for advanced chip designs [39][41]. - Synopsys plans to report Ansys revenue separately for transparency and to highlight the health of its core business [26][46]. Cost Management - Synopsys is implementing a 10% headcount reduction by the end of FY2026 as part of a cost synergy program related to the Ansys acquisition [28][30]. - The company aims to achieve $400 million in cost synergies while reinvesting in growth opportunities [30]. Investor Communication - The CEO emphasized the importance of transparency regarding the challenges faced in the IP business and the need for investors to adjust their growth expectations for FY2026 [45][46]. - Synopsys is committed to returning to mid-teens growth for the IP segment by FY2027 [46]. Conclusion - Despite current challenges, Synopsys maintains a strong outlook for its other business segments and is focused on leveraging AI and the Ansys acquisition to drive future growth [42][46].