ANSYS Trading Volume Surges 90.46% to Rank 163rd Amid $35 Billion Merger Scrutiny

On May 30, 2025, ANSYS's trading volume reached 9.12 billion, marking a 90.46% increase from the previous day. This surge placed ANSYS at the 163rd position in terms of trading volume for the day. ANSYS's stock price rose by 0.63%.

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has mandated that Synopsys Inc. and ANSYS Inc. divest certain assets as a prerequisite for approving their $35 billion merger. The FTC's decision aims to prevent potential harm to competition in critical software markets for semiconductor and light simulation design. Synopsys is required to divest its optical and photonic design tools, while ANSYS will sell its RTL power analysis software, PowerArtist. All divested assets will be transferred to Keysight Technologies, a US-based electronic design and test solutions specialist. The companies must complete the divestitures within 10 days of closing the merger and provide support for the transition under the oversight of an appointed monitor. The public has 30 days to comment on the proposed agreement.

According to Daniel Guarnera, director of the FTC's Bureau of Competition, this decision is intended to protect consumers from potential price increases and reduced innovation in vital technology sectors. The FTC's order underscores the regulatory scrutiny involved in high-value mergers, ensuring that market competition remains robust and that consumers are not adversely affected by the consolidation of key technology assets.