Previous close | 94.79 |
Open | 94.79 |
Bid | 0.00 |
Ask | 0.00 |
Strike | 450.00 |
Expiry date | 2024-05-17 |
Day's range | 94.79 - 94.79 |
Contract range | N/A |
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Open interest | N/A |
The semiconductor-design software provider Synopsys is selling its software -integrity unit to two private-equity companies, potentially boosting its cash profile. Clearlake Capital and Francisco Partners are buying Synopsys’ security-testing software business for $2.1 billion, including up to $475 million in cash payable when certain conditions are met. Synopsys stock was trading flat after the announcement.
(Bloomberg) -- Chip-design company Synopsys Inc. is selling its software integrity business to two private equity firms for as much as $2.1 billion in cash.Most Read from BloombergIsrael Says a Cease-Fire Plan Backed by Hamas Falls ShortJack Dorsey Leaves Bluesky Board, Calls X ‘Freedom Technology’At $2 Million Per Minute, Treasuries Mint Cash Like Never BeforeEx-Trump Controller Says Cohen Repaid From Personal AccountS&P 500 Extends Gains in Final Minutes of Trading: Markets WrapClearlake Capit
Reuters reported last week that the group had outbid competitors and was in advanced discussions to purchase the SIG unit, which offers application security testing for software developers. Synopsys CEO Sassine Ghazi said the move sharpened the company's focus on its core chip design business and would help capitalize on the "AI-driven era." Synopsys announced plans in late 2023 to divest its SIG unit.