Synopsys-Ansys M&A, A Seismic Change in Engineering Software: BI Replay

Synopsys plans to acquire Ansys for $34 billion in cash and stock. The deal significantly impacts Synopsys’ financial model, capital structure, and the broader engineering design software industry. This proposed deal will have to navigate a tough, uncertain and evolving antitrust environment, and likely face a lengthy investigatory timeline. Join BI’s Jennifer Rie, Niraj Patel, and Robert Schiffman to discuss the approval process and gain insight into the competitive shifts and leverage considerations.