SNPS Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
SNPS - Synopsys Inc
$383.14
2.67 (0.70%)
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5d:
-11.41%
30d:
-7.45%
90d:
-19.7%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Mar 30, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: May 20, 2026
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Strength: 3.5/10
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: SNPS shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: SNPS shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$714.90
Based on 11.0% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$443.90
13.7% Margin of Safety
How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 25.0x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: SNPS is currently trading at $383.14, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $408.43 to $440.37. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 22.5) compared to its historical average (28.1). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 7.2% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, SNPS is showing sideways momentum. The price is currently testing key support at $379.50. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: SNPS has a weak technical setup (25/100), with bearish trendlines and momentum suggesting caution for short-term entries. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $537.75 (+40.4%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, SNPS is showing sideways momentum. The price is currently testing key support at $379.50. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: SNPS has a weak technical setup (25/100), with bearish trendlines and momentum suggesting caution for short-term entries. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $537.75 (+40.4%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
OVERSOLD
Fair Price Range
$408.43 -
$440.37
Company Quality Score
55/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
57.1%
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View Profit Protection PlanAll Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (25/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 40.4% below Wall St target ($537.75)
- CAUTION: 5-day price weakness (-11.4%) - monitor closely
Fair Price Analysis
30-Day Fair Range
$408.43 -
$440.37
Current vs Fair Value
OVERSOLD
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$379.50
Resistance Level
$441.76
Current Trend
Sideways
Technical data as of
Mar 30, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
22.46
Wall Street Target
$537.75
(+40.4%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
65.5%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-82.0%
Profit Margin
13.8%
Valuation Discount vs History
-7.2% cheaper
PE vs Historical
22.5 vs 28.1
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-7.2%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$355.55
(-7%)
2-Year Target
$329.95
(-14%)
3-Year Target
$306.20
(-20%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 22→28)
$383.01
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 22.5, Growth: 18.0%)
$628.93
(+64%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 22.4, Growth: 18.0%)
$625.72
(+63%)
Bear:
(PE: 19.0, Growth: 18.0%)
$531.86
(+39%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (29x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (22x PE) as earnings recover.
Forward PE: 29.07 | Forward EPS (Implied): $14.88
Bull Case
$522.22
(+21%)
Analyst growth 15.0%, PE expands to 30.5
Base Case
$432.48
(0%)
Market implied 0.0%, PE stable at 29.1
Bear Case
$330.85
(-24%)
Severe decline -15.0%, PE contracts to 26.2
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 22.5 to 28.1
Stabilization Target:
$479.25
(+25.1%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+25.1%
Share & Embed Analysis
Last updated: March 30, 2026 6:17 PM ET
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
4
Buys
9
Sells
Net
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