Ansys Shareholder FAQ

As a result of the acquisition of Ansys by Synopsys, each share of Ansys common stock has been automatically converted into the right to receive the merger consideration consisting of $199.91 in cash, without interest, and 0.3399 of a share of Synopsys common stock, subject, in each case, to adjustments set forth in the merger agreement, and cash in lieu of fractional shares..

Synopsys has appointed Computershare Trust Company, N.A. (“Computershare”) as paying agent for payment of the merger consideration. 

Information concerning the exchange of Ansys stock for the per share merger consideration has been mailed to Ansys registered shareholders, which outlines the steps to be taken to obtain the merger consideration.

For additional information, please contact Computershare at Toll-Free: +1 (877) 373 6374; Toll: +1 (312) 360 5340

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Synopsys’ transfer agent is Computershare.

By phone: Toll-Free: +1 (877) 373 6374; Toll: +1 (312) 360 5340

By Mail:

  • Computershare

  • Computershare Trust Company, N.A.

  • PO Box 43014

  • Providence, RI 02940-3014

By Overnight Delivery:

  • Computershare Trust Company, N.A.

  • 150 Royall Street, Suite V

  • Canton, MA 02021

Stockholder website: https://www-us.computershare.com/Investor/Company#SCUSSNPS

Stockholder online inquiries: https://www-us.computershare.com/investor/Contact

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A transfer agent keeps records of stock held by registered shareholders, including shares held in certificate form. When stock changes hands, the transfer agent updates the record of ownership of the stock.

The transfer agent does not maintain records of shares bought and sold through brokerage accounts and held in "street name." Such records are maintained by the specific brokerages through which shares are bought and sold.

The transfer agent and registrar for Synopsys’ common stock is Computershare.

Registered shareholders of Synopsys common stock should contact Computershare for assistance with stock ownership, share transfers, change of address, or other stock inquiries.

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Synopsys has appointed Computershare as the exchange agent for the payment of the merger consideration.

If you hold certificated shares of Ansys common stock, Computershare has mailed to you an Exchange Form for you to exchange your shares. Please complete the Exchange Form and mail the completed Exchange Form together with the applicable stock certificate(s) (if any) back to Computershare for processing.

Upon receipt of your stock certificate(s) and a completed and signed Exchange Form, Computershare will mail to you a check representing the cash portion of the merger consideration and cash in lieu of fractional shares (after giving effect to any required tax withholdings).

For additional information, please contact Computershare at Toll-Free: +1 (877) 373 6374; Toll: +1 (312) 360 5340

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Please read and follow instructions on the Exchange Form provided by Computershare.

Complete the Affidavit of Loss on the back of the Exchange Form. Enclose a check for the applicable amount and mail package back to Computershare for processing.

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If you were listed on the books of Ansys transfer agent as a registered stockholder and held your Ansys stock in book-entry form, Computershare automatically created a book-entry account for you and electronically credited your account with Synopsys common shares.

You will receive a statement reporting the number of shares of Synopsys common stock you received as merger consideration and a check representing the cash portion of the merger consideration and cash in lieu of fractional shares (after giving effect to any required tax withholdings).

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“Book-entry” refers to ownership of stock represented by entries on the books of the issuing company maintained by the company’s transfer agent without the issuance of a corresponding stock certificate. Periodic statements of ownership are issued to the holder instead of physical stock certificates.

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Yes. If you have any questions about the exchange of your Ansys stock held in “street name” for the merger consideration, please contact your broker or financial institution directly.

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Shares of stock held in the name of a broker for a client are said to be held in "street name." This occurs when a client wishes the shares to be held by the broker.

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You will receive a separate Exchange Form for each account in which you own Ansys stock in certificated form. You must complete and submit each Exchange Form that you receive, along with the appropriate certificates.

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From the date received and assuming paperwork is in good order, it will take Computershare 5-10 business days to cancel your old certificate, issue your new shares and mail a check for the cash portion of the merger consideration.

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You should contact Computershare.

By phone: Toll-Free: +1 (877) 373 6374; Toll: +1 (312) 360 5340

Stockholder website: https://www-us.computershare.com/Investor/Company#SCUSSNPS

Stockholder online inquiries: https://www-us.computershare.com/investor/Contact

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By phone: Toll-Free: +1 (877) 373 6374; Toll: +1 (312) 360 5340

Stockholder website: https://www-us.computershare.com/Investor/Company#SCUSSNPS

Stockholder online inquiries: https://www-us.computershare.com/investor/Contact

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IRS Form 8937 can be found here.

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Stock-Related Questions:

Synopsys trades on The NASDAQ Global Select Market under the ticker symbol SNPS.

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Synopsys has recorded two stock splits: a two-for-one split on September 23, 2003 and a two-for-one split on September 8, 1995.

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Synopsys does not pay a dividend.

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Synopsys' last shareholder meeting was held on April 11, 2025.

 

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Computershare

Stock certificate holders should contact Computershare for assistance with stock ownership, share transfers, change of address, or other stock inquiries.

 

By Mail:

Computershare 
P.O. BOX 30170,
College Station, TX 77842-3170

By Overnight Delivery: 
Computershare 
211 Quality Circle, Suite 210
College Station, TX 77845

 

Stockholder website 
https://www-us.computershare.com/Investor/Company#SCUSSNPS 

Stockholder online inquiries 
https://www-us.computershare.com/investor/Contact


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Financial-Related Questions:

Synopsys financial information can be found in the Financials section of the Investor Relations site. 


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Please refer to Investor Events for upcoming earnings release dates.


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Download an electronic copy of Synopsys’ Form 10-K in Acrobat PDF form.


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SEC documents are available on the SEC's EDGAR Database and at the SEC filings on our investor relations website.



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Please refer to Investor Events for upcoming conference dates. 



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Please visit the Analyst Coverage section for a list of the analysts following Synopsys.

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Company-Related Questions:

As of December 2024, Synopsys employed approximately 20,000+ employees worldwide.

 

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Synopsys’ Board of Directors


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Synopsys’ Management team


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Synopsys’ independent registered public accounting firm is KPMG LLP.


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Synopsys was founded in 1986 and incorporated in North Carolina on December 18, 1986. Synopsys was reincorporated in Delaware on August 27, 1987. Learn more about Synopsys’ history


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Synopsys’ fiscal year ends in October, with fiscal quarters ending in January, April, July and October, respectively.

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Please see the page entitled Strategic Acquisitions in the About Us page at the Synopsys corporate website.  


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