Synopsys (SNPS) Halts Sales in China Amid New U.S. Export Restrictions

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May 30, 2025
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  • Synopsys halts sales and services in China due to new U.S. export regulations.
  • Analysts predict a potential upside of 30.68% for Synopsys stock.
  • GuruFocus estimates reveal a possible 36.8% gain from the current price.

In the wake of new U.S. export regulations, Synopsys Inc. (SNPS, Financial) has directed its Chinese division to suspend all sales and services. This move comes as a direct result of restrictions affecting semiconductor design software and essential chemicals. Consequently, Synopsys has also paused its guidance for both the current quarter and the entire fiscal year of 2025, awaiting further details that could impact its business strategy.

Wall Street Analysts' Projections

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According to 21 seasoned analysts, the one-year price target for Synopsys Inc. (SNPS, Financial) averages at $594.60, with projections ranging from a high of $707.78 to a low of $502.41. This average target price indicates a significant upside potential of 30.68% from the current trading price of $454.99. For more comprehensive forecast data, you can visit the Synopsys Inc (SNPS) Forecast page.

The consensus among 21 brokerage firms is an average recommendation of 1.9 for Synopsys Inc., which corresponds to an "Outperform" status. The rating scale used here spans from 1 to 5, where 1 indicates a Strong Buy and 5 suggests a Sell.

GuruFocus Value Estimation

Based on GuruFocus estimates, the projected GF Value for Synopsys Inc. (SNPS, Financial) in the upcoming year is $622.43. This suggests a promising upside of 36.8% from the current price of $454.99. The GF Value is GuruFocus' assessment of the stock's fair trading price, derived from historical trading multiples, past business growth, and anticipated future performance. For more insights, access the detailed data on the Synopsys Inc (SNPS) Summary page.

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