Synopsys Faces Securities Lawsuit Amid Major Corporate Overhaul

The US software firm Synopsys is confronting a significant legal challenge as shareholders have filed a securities class action. The litigation alleges the company failed to adequately inform investors about substantial business obstacles, specifically citing a pronounced downturn in “Design IP” revenue and complications within its artificial intelligence client strategy.

This legal action arrives during a period of intense corporate transformation for the company. On November 12, Synopsys unveiled a sweeping restructuring initiative directly linked to its acquisition of Ansys. The planned measures are extensive and carry a heavy financial impact:

• A reduction of 10% of its global workforce
• The elimination of approximately 2,000 positions
• Estimated pre-tax charges between $300 million and $350 million