From Wall Street Journal:

Synopsys is in advanced talks to acquire Ansys for around $35 billion in a stock-and-cash deal, making it one of the first big transactions of the new year. The two companies are in exclusive negotiations and a deal could come together as soon as the middle of next week, pending the talks don’t fall apart. This acquisition has the potential to significantly impact the tech industry and create a powerhouse in the field of software and simulation. Stay tuned for further updates as this deal unfolds.



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