Ticker: CDNS

Cadence Design Systems

Semiconductors Technology Software - Application
Price 326.24
Reco Hold Potential 61 Risk 67 Updated 2026-07-26

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Description

Company and Business Model

Cadence Design Systems provides software and engineering services for electronic design automation (EDA). Its core products include tools for integrated circuit design, system design, and verification. The company operates primarily in the semiconductor and electronics sectors, serving clients in automotive, aerospace, and consumer electronics. Major revenue sources stem from software licenses, maintenance, and professional services.

Investment Profile

The investment profile of Cadence Design Systems is more aligned with growth investors, given its focus on innovation and expanding market opportunities. The company shows potential for revenue growth, supported by a stable earnings performance. It may appeal to investors looking for long-term capital appreciation rather than immediate income.

Fundamental metrics (experimental) Updated: 2026-07-25
EPS (TTM) — earnings per share for the last 12 months, $
4.31
Revenue QoQ — quarter-over-quarter revenue growth
2.4%
EPS surprise
2.6%
20d volatility
2.6%
AI recommendation changes
Date Before After Reason
2026-07-22 Sell Hold Strong fundamentals but recent negative momentum raises concerns.
2026-07-19 Hold Sell Negative momentum and high risk overshadow potential upside.
2026-07-17 Buy Hold Strong fundamentals but recent negative momentum raises concerns.
Analyst forecasts
Date Analyst Action Target Price Then
2026-07-15 Benchmark Co. Update — → 450 371.5
2026-06-09 Stifel Nicolaus Target Raised 395 → 432 394.24
2026-05-27 Berenberg Bank Target Raised 400 → 440 381.75
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Analysts Morgan Stanley recommend buying Alibaba (BABA), Grab (GRAB), Cadence Design Systems (CDNS), and Natera (NTRA) ahead of earnings

Morgan Stanley identifies several stocks, including Alibaba and Grab, as having significant upside potential ahead of their upcoming earnings reports, suggesting investors consider these opportunities despite recent price fluctuations.
Cadence Design Systems Synopsys

Analysts Goldman Sachs upgraded Cadence Design Systems (CDNS) target price to $470, citing growth potential from EDA chip designer shortage

Goldman Sachs has identified Cadence Design Systems and Synopsys as potential beneficiaries of a labor shortage in the electronic demand automation chip design sector, projecting significant revenue growth opportunities driven by custom AI silicon.