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TechnologySoftware - InfrastructureScore data as of Oct 21, 2026

SNPSSynopsys, Inc.

Technology / Software - Infrastructure

Low Priority

In Line With Peers

NeutralEdge 4/10
$451.19+$3.57 (+0.80%)

Latest quote

  • Momentum
    29
  • Value
    46
  • Quality
    58
  • Risk resilience
    47
  • Sentiment
    54
algovestiq.comScore data as of Oct 21, 2026

Stock Catalyst Board

Earnings timing, analyst expectations, news pressure, growth drivers, events, and AIQ Catalyst context.

Next earnings
Dec 9, 2026

Upcoming reporting date available for this company.

AIQ Catalyst
AIQ 45/100

Momentum 29/100 and sentiment 54/100 before the next covered event.

Recent coverage
4 articles

Updated Oct 21, 2026 · Sentiment 53.53%

Earnings History And Surprises

See whether reported EPS and revenue have consistently exceeded or missed analyst expectations.

Earnings Expectations And Results

Compare what analysts expected with what the company reported across recent quarters.

Momentum 29/100AIQ Edge 4/10 In Line With Peers
Beat rate
100%
4 of 4 reported periods
Average surprise
+5.8%
Across covered historical reports
Latest result
+6.5%
Aug 26, 2026
EPS estimate versus actual
Actual bars are colored by beat, inline result, or miss.
Earnings history
Report dateFiscal periodEPS estimateEPS actualEPS surpriseRevenue estimateRevenue actual
Dec 9, 2026—$4.11——$2.56B—
Aug 26, 2026—$3.67$3.91+6.5%$2.44B$2.48B
May 27, 2026—$3.15$3.35+6.3%$2.25B$2.28B
Feb 25, 2026—$3.56$3.77+5.9%$2.39B$2.41B
Dec 10, 2025—$2.78$2.90+4.3%$2.25B$2.25B

Analyst Forecast And Price Targets

Wall Street consensus, rating distribution, and the current 12-month target range.

Analyst ratings
Buy
24
Buy
2
Hold
12-month analyst target
$552.80
+22.52% versus current price
Based on 14 analyst observations. Targets are estimates, not predictions.
Low target
$420.00
-6.91% vs latest price
Average target
$552.80
+22.52% vs latest price
High target
$700.00
+55.15% vs latest price

Event Read

Catalysts should explain what can change the setup, when it might happen, and which AIQ component would move first.

Current event setup

Event dateDec 9, 2026

Next known earnings or reporting date.

EPS estimate$4.10

Current analyst expectation for the upcoming report.

Revenue estimate$2.56B

Current analyst expectation for the upcoming report.

Sentiment score54

News pressure around the setup.

Momentum score29

Where event reaction would show up first.

AIQ score45/100

Composite decision read before event confirmation.

Analyst context

Consensus
Buy
Analysts
14
Average target
$552.80
Target upside
22.52%
Target range
$420.00 - $700.00
90-day revisions
13

News And Sentiment

Recent company coverage, scored where source sentiment is available.

Positive
4
Neutral
0
Negative
0
gurufocus.com · Oct 20, 2026

SNPS Maintained by Morgan Stanley -- Price Target Raised to $574

Synopsys (SNPS) Analyst Rating Update On October 20, 2026, Morgan Stanley, led by analyst Lee Simpson, announced a rating maintenance for Synopsys (SNPS), up

gurufocus.com · Oct 20, 2026

Morgan Stanley Raises Synopsys (SNPS) Price Target Amid AI Tailwinds

On October 20, 2026, Synopsys Inc (NASDAQ: SNPS) garnered investor attention after Morgan Stanley increased its price target from $550 to $574, citing the semic

gurufocus.com · Oct 17, 2026

Synopsys (SNPS) President and CEO Sassine Ghazi Sells 14,604 Shares

Sassine Ghazi, President and Chief Executive Officer of Synopsys Inc (SNPS), sold 14,604 shares of the company on 2026-10-15, according to a recent SEC Fili

zacks.com · Oct 15, 2026

Synopsys, Inc. (SNPS) is Attracting Investor Attention: Here is What You Should Know

Synopsys (SNPS) has received quite a bit of attention from Zacks.com users lately. Therefore, it is wise to be aware of the facts that can impact the stock's prospects.

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SNPS Catalysts FAQ

What are the next catalysts for SNPS stock?

SNPS's next stock catalysts can include earnings, guidance, analyst ratings, price-target changes, estimate revisions, product updates, regulatory events, contracts, or sector developments. Use this page to connect those events with AIQ and market context.

What upcoming events could move SNPS stock?

Upcoming events that could move SNPS include earnings reports, management commentary, estimate changes, major news, and market-wide sector catalysts.

How could SNPS's next earnings report affect the stock?

SNPS's next earnings report could affect the stock by changing revenue expectations, EPS estimates, guidance, analyst ratings, price targets, estimate revisions, and momentum.

What could drive SNPS stock higher?

SNPS could move higher if earnings, guidance, demand trends, analyst expectations, or AIQ momentum improve relative to what the market already expects.

What events could hurt SNPS stock?

SNPS could be hurt by weaker guidance, negative estimate revisions, margin pressure, adverse news, regulatory issues, or a sector-wide risk-off move.