UK's CMA assesses Synopsys' $35B acquisition of Ansys for potential UK competition impact.

UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) examines Synopsys' $35B acquisition of Ansys, assessing its potential impact on UK competition. The deal, involving Synopsys acquiring Ansys' software for creating various products, falls under CMA's scrutiny as synergies between Synopsys (chip design tools) and Ansys (electronic system evaluation software) could create a dominant player. Chinese regulators are also examining the transaction.

August 12, 2024
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