Synopsys Clears Final Hurdle to Acquire Ansys With China's Conditional Approval
Jul 14, 2025
Synopsys, a U.S.-based software company, has received conditional approval from China's market regulator to acquire Ansys, another U.S. software firm. This approval removes the last major obstacle for the $35 billion deal.
With the Chinese authority's decision, Synopsys now has all the regulatory approvals needed to complete the acquisition. The companies had been waiting for clearance from China’s State Administration for Market Regulation before moving ahead.
The deal will allow Synopsys to expand its offerings by combining its chip design software business with Ansys's expertise in engineering simulation software.
What does 'conditional approval' mean in this context?
It means China's regulator has approved the deal but may require Synopsys to meet certain conditions, though the exact details were not specified in these reports.
Why was approval from Chinese regulators necessary?
Both companies have operations or business interests in China, so major mergers often need permission from that country's regulators to proceed.
What is the value of the Synopsys-Ansys deal?
The deal is valued at $35 billion.
What do Synopsys and Ansys do?
Synopsys is known for its software used in designing computer chips, while Ansys specializes in engineering simulation software used in product design and testing.
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China grants conditional approval for Synopsys to acquire Ansys
Reuters
Reuters
China's market regulator has granted a conditional approval for software firm Synopsys to acquire Ansys , according to a statement released by the regulator on Monday.
Synopsys Purchase of Ansys Gets OK From China. The $35 Billion Deal Is Set to Go...
Barrons
Barrons
The companies were awaiting clearance from China's State Administration for Market Regulation.
Synopsys Receives All Necessary Approvals for Proposed Acquisition of Ansys
SUNNYVALE, Calif. , July 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Synopsys, Inc. (Nasdaq: SNPS) today announced that it has received approval from all necessary authorities to proceed with the acquisition of ANSYS, Inc. (Nasdaq: ANSS).
Synopsys Clears Final Regulatory Hurdle for $35B Ansys Deal
Investopedia
Investopedia
Chip design software provider Synopsys (SNPS) said Monday it received approval from Chinese regulators for its $35 billion purchase of Ansys (ANSS), clearing the final regulatory hurdle for the deal.
China conditionally approving Synopsys' acquisition of Ansys
CNBC Television
CNBC Television
CNBC's Eunice Yoon joins 'The Exchange' to discuss China conditionally approving Synopsys' acquisition of Ansys.
Trade Desk's stock jumps on S&P 500 inclusion as Ansys exits index due to acquis...
CNBC
CNBC
The Trade Desk will replace Ansys in the S&P 500 effective Friday. Synopsys is expected to close its Ansys acquisition on Thursday.
Ansys Acquisition by Synopsys Clears Regulatory Hurdles Worldwide
Zacks Investment Research
Zacks Investment Research
ANSS moves closer to merging with Synopsys as final global approvals secure $35B deal set to close July 17.
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