Cadence Design Sys Option Alert: Mar, 2026 $300 Calls at the Bid: 300 vs 0 OI

Cadence Design Sys Option Alert: Mar, 2026 $300 Calls at the Bid: 300 @ $33.5 vs 0 OI; Ref=$276.975

Cadence Design Systems 주식 (NASDAQ: CDNS)

Cadence Design Systems (NASDAQ:CDNS) 주식

CADENCE DESIGN SYS INC

Cadence Design Sys

Cadence Design Systems is a provider of electronic design automation software, intellectual property, and system design and analysis products. EDA software automates and aids in the chip design process, enhancing design accuracy, productivity, and complexity in a full-flow end-to-end solution. Cadence offers a portfolio of design IP, as well as system design and analysis products, which enables system-level analysis and verification solutions.

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Deep-pocketed investors have adopted a bullish approach towards Cadence Design Systems (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CDNS#NASDAQ">CDNS</a>), and it's something market players shouldn't ignore. Our tracking of public options records at Benzinga unveiled this significant move today. The identity of these investors remains unknown, but such a substantial move in CDNS usually suggests something big is about to happen.
We gleaned this information from our observations today when Benzinga's options scanner highlighted 12 extraordinary options activities for Cadence Design Systems. This level of activity is out of the ordinary.
The general mood among these heavyweight investors is divided, with 58% leaning bullish and 41% bearish. Among these notable options, 4 are puts, totaling $332,900, and 8 are calls, amounting to $437,970.
<h3>Predicted Price Range</h3>
Based on the trading activity, it appears that the significant investors are aiming for a price territory stretching from $240.0 to $280.0 for Cadence Design Systems over the recent three months. 
<h3>Analyzing Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
Looking at the volume and open interest is an insightful way to conduct due diligence on a stock.
This data can help you track the liquidity and interest for Cadence Design Systems's options for a given strike price.
Below, we can observe the evolution of the volume and open interest of calls and puts, respectively, for all of Cadence Design Systems's whale activity within a strike price range from $240.0 to $280.0 in the last 30 days. 
<h3>Cadence Design Systems Call and Put Volume: 30-Day Overview</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1743094965_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Significant Options Trades Detected:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th align="right">Open Interest</th>
<th align="right">Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>CDNS</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/15/27</td>
<td>$41.0</td>
<td>$37.8</td>
<td>$38.5</td>
<td>$260.00</td>
<td>$192.5K</td>
<td align="right">19</td>
<td align="right">50</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CDNS</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$20.0</td>
<td>$19.9</td>
<td>$20.0</td>
<td>$280.00</td>
<td>$84.0K</td>
<td align="right">24</td>
<td align="right">81</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CDNS</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$19.9</td>
<td>$18.3</td>
<td>$19.9</td>
<td>$280.00</td>
<td>$83.5K</td>
<td align="right">24</td>
<td align="right">123</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CDNS</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$19.8</td>
<td>$18.5</td>
<td>$19.8</td>
<td>$280.00</td>
<td>$83.1K</td>
<td align="right">24</td>
<td align="right">165</td>
</tr>
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<td>CDNS</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>04/17/25</td>
<td>$2.7</td>
<td>$2.45</td>
<td>$2.45</td>
<td>$240.00</td>
<td>$60.7K</td>
<td align="right">123</td>
<td align="right">248</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
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<h3>About Cadence Design Systems</h3>
Cadence Design Systems is a provider of electronic design automation software, intellectual property, and system design and analysis products. EDA software automates and aids in the chip design process, enhancing design accuracy, productivity, and complexity in a full-flow end-to-end solution. Cadence offers a portfolio of design IP, as well as system design and analysis products, which enables system-level analysis and verification solutions.
<h3>Where Is Cadence Design Systems Standing Right Now?</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 615,119, the price of CDNS is down by -0.47%, reaching $262.16.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 25 days from now.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Professional Analyst Ratings for Cadence Design Systems</h3>
In the last month, 1 experts released ratings on this stock with an average target price of $200.0.
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&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Oppenheimer keeps a Underperform rating on Cadence Design Systems with a target price of $200. 
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Cadence Design Systems (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CDNS#NASDAQ">CDNS</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 20 years by 7.29% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 15.48%. Currently, Cadence Design Systems has a market capitalization of $72.20 billion. 
Buying $100 In CDNS: If an investor had bought $100 of CDNS stock 20 years ago, it would be worth $1,756.07 today based on a price of $263.41 for CDNS at the time of writing.
<h3>Cadence Design Systems's Performance Over Last 20 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1743026410_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

$100 Invested In This Stock 20 Years Ago Would Be Worth This Much Today

The <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/momentum-trading">momentum trade</a> just hit a wall and the unwind has been nothing short of brutal.
JPMorgan analysts Dubravko Lakos-Bujas, Arun Jain and Bhupinder Singh note that the sharp reversal in momentum has erased two years of gains in just three weeks &#8211; one of the fastest unwinds in four decades. 
With mega-caps leading the drop and a dramatic shift towards low-volatility stocks, investors need to rethink their strategies.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">What's Behind The Crash?</h2>
Extreme crowding in momentum stocks &#8211; primarily fueled by AI enthusiasm, high-rate expectations and pro-growth bets—came under pressure as macro risks resurfaced. 
The result? A 17% average decline among the Mag-7, triggering a $5.8 trillion market cap wipeout in the S&amp;P 500.
While forced liquidations and systematic deleveraging have cooled the immediate risk of another crash, JPMorgan warns that if this is a true regime shift, the unwind may only be one-third complete.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Where Is Momentum Flowing?</h2>
Momentum is rotating away from quality growth and into low volatility and defensive plays. 
According to JPMorgan, stocks in the following sectors are seeing the strongest bid:
Utilities: NiSource Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NI#NYSE">NI</a>), Ameren Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AEE#NYSE">AEE</a>) and Evergy Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EVRG#NASDAQ">EVRG</a>)
Insurance: Arthur J. Gallagher &amp; Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AJG#NYSE">AJG</a>), Brown &amp; Brown Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BRO#NYSE">BRO</a>) and Aon PLC (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AON#NYSE">AON</a>)
Financial Services: Visa Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/V#NYSE">V</a>) and Mastercard Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MA#NYSE">MA</a>)
Crowding in low volatility names has surged, pushing relative P/E valuations to record highs.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">What To Watch Next</h2>
<h4 class="wp-block-heading">The Low-Volatility Boom</h4>
With the iShares Russell 2000 ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IWM#NYSE">IWM</a>) (small caps) lagging and defensive ETFs like the Invesco S&amp;P 500 Low Volatility ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPLV#NYSE">SPLV</a>) seeing inflows, the shift towards safety is clear. But JPMorgan warns that a further rate drop could push low volatility stocks into bubble territory, much like 2016.
<h4 class="wp-block-heading">High-Volatility Bargains</h4>
According to JPMorgan, stocks that have seen heavy multiple compression, making them attractive for value-seeking investors, include:
Semiconductors: Monolithic Power Systems Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MPWR#NASDAQ">MPWR</a>), Nvidia Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) and Advanced Micro Devices Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMD#NASDAQ">AMD</a>))
Software: (Synopsys Inc (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/snps#NASDAQ">SNPS</a>), Cadence Design Systems Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CDNS#NASDAQ">CDNS</a>), ServiceNow Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NOW#NYSE">NOW</a>))
Tech Hardware: (Arista Networks Inc (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/anet#NYSE">ANET</a>), NetApp Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NTAP#NASDAQ">NTAP</a>), Dell Technologies Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DELL#NYSE">DELL</a>))
However, without an intra-cycle reset or Fed pivot, a broad move into beaten-down growth stocks may be premature.
<h4 class="wp-block-heading">The Fed's Next Move</h4>
If rate expectations shift lower, expect bond proxies to gain further. If not, the defensive rally may stall, forcing a reassessment of positioning.
Momentum traders just got whipsawed and the rotation into low-volatility stocks has been rapid. While some safety plays look solid, overheating risks remain.
Investors should watch for signs of a structural shift &#8211; and be ready to pivot before the next wave hits.
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Deep-pocketed investors have adopted a bearish approach towards Cadence Design Systems (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CDNS#NASDAQ">CDNS</a>), and it's something market players shouldn't ignore. Our tracking of public options records at Benzinga unveiled this significant move today. The identity of these investors remains unknown, but such a substantial move in CDNS usually suggests something big is about to happen.
We gleaned this information from our observations today when Benzinga's options scanner highlighted 8 extraordinary options activities for Cadence Design Systems. This level of activity is out of the ordinary.
The general mood among these heavyweight investors is divided, with 37% leaning bullish and 50% bearish. Among these notable options, 6 are puts, totaling $230,015, and 2 are calls, amounting to $62,271.
<h3>What's The Price Target?</h3>
Analyzing the Volume and Open Interest in these contracts, it seems that the big players have been eyeing a price window from $220.0 to $320.0 for Cadence Design Systems during the past quarter. 
<h3>Analyzing Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
In today's trading context, the average open interest for options of Cadence Design Systems stands at 72.0, with a total volume reaching 250.00. The accompanying chart delineates the progression of both call and put option volume and open interest for high-value trades in Cadence Design Systems, situated within the strike price corridor from $220.0 to $320.0, throughout the last 30 days.
<h3>Cadence Design Systems Option Volume And Open Interest Over Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1742584598_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Noteworthy Options Activity:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th align="right">Open Interest</th>
<th align="right">Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>CDNS</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>08/15/25</td>
<td>$7.3</td>
<td>$7.0</td>
<td>$7.3</td>
<td>$220.00</td>
<td>$47.4K</td>
<td align="right">91</td>
<td align="right">66</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CDNS</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$18.1</td>
<td>$17.5</td>
<td>$17.6</td>
<td>$250.00</td>
<td>$45.7K</td>
<td align="right">127</td>
<td align="right">54</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CDNS</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$17.8</td>
<td>$17.3</td>
<td>$17.4</td>
<td>$250.00</td>
<td>$45.2K</td>
<td align="right">127</td>
<td align="right">28</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CDNS</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>04/17/25</td>
<td>$5.0</td>
<td>$4.6</td>
<td>$4.8</td>
<td>$275.00</td>
<td>$36.0K</td>
<td align="right">82</td>
<td align="right">79</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CDNS</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>04/17/25</td>
<td>$37.6</td>
<td>$35.0</td>
<td>$35.46</td>
<td>$300.00</td>
<td>$35.4K</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">10</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Cadence Design Systems</h3>
Cadence Design Systems is a provider of electronic design automation software, intellectual property, and system design and analysis products. EDA software automates and aids in the chip design process, enhancing design accuracy, productivity, and complexity in a full-flow end-to-end solution. Cadence offers a portfolio of design IP, as well as system design and analysis products, which enables system-level analysis and verification solutions.
In light of the recent options history for Cadence Design Systems, it's now appropriate to focus on the company itself. We aim to explore its current performance.
<h3>Present Market Standing of Cadence Design Systems</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a volume of 1,767,275, the price of CDNS is down -1.58% at $254.42. </li>
<li>RSI indicators hint that the underlying stock may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings are expected to be released in 31 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Professional Analyst Ratings for Cadence Design Systems</h3>
A total of 2 professional analysts have given their take on this stock in the last 30 days, setting an average price target of $267.5.
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&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Oppenheimer continues to hold a Underperform rating for Cadence Design Systems, targeting a price of $200. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Baird has decided to maintain their Outperform rating on Cadence Design Systems, which currently sits at a price target of $335. 
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A Closer Look at Cadence Design Systems's Options Market Dynamics

In the last three months, 8 analysts have published ratings on Cadence Design Systems (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CDNS#NASDAQ">CDNS</a>), offering a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish.
The following table provides a quick overview of their recent ratings, highlighting the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
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<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Insights from analysts' 12-month price targets are revealed, presenting an average target of $315.38, a high estimate of $350.00, and a low estimate of $200.00. This current average has decreased by 0.24% from the previous average price target of $316.14. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1742410839_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Analyzing Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Breakdown</h2>
A comprehensive examination of how financial experts perceive Cadence Design Systems is derived from recent analyst actions. The following is a detailed summary of key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
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<td>Edward Yang</td>
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<td>$200.00</td>
<td>$225.00</td>
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<td>Joe Vruwink</td>
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<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$335.00</td>
<td>$340.00</td>
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<td>Gary Mobley</td>
<td>Loop Capital</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$340.00</td>
<td>$360.00</td>
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<td>Vivek Arya</td>
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<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$350.00</td>
<td>$365.00</td>
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<td>Blair Abernethy</td>
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<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$295.00</td>
<td>$280.00</td>
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<td>Charles Shi</td>
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<td>Buy</td>
<td>$325.00</td>
<td>$325.00</td>
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<td>Piper Sandler</td>
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<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$328.00</td>
<td>$318.00</td>
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<td>Buy</td>
<td>$350.00</td>
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<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
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<li>Action Taken: Responding to changing market dynamics and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their response to recent developments related to Cadence Design Systems. This offers insight into analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Unveiling insights, analysts deliver qualitative insights into stock performance, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Cadence Design Systems compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts explore the dynamics of price targets, providing estimates for the future value of Cadence Design Systems's stock. This examination reveals shifts in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
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Assessing these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators can provide a comprehensive overview of Cadence Design Systems's market position. Stay informed and make well-judged decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.
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<h2>All You Need to Know About Cadence Design Systems</h2>
Cadence Design Systems is a provider of electronic design automation software, intellectual property, and system design and analysis products. EDA software automates and aids in the chip design process, enhancing design accuracy, productivity, and complexity in a full-flow end-to-end solution. Cadence offers a portfolio of design IP, as well as system design and analysis products, which enables system-level analysis and verification solutions.
<h3>Unraveling the Financial Story of Cadence Design Systems</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: The company exhibits a lower market capitalization profile, positioning itself below industry averages. This suggests a smaller scale relative to peers.
Revenue Growth: Cadence Design Systems's remarkable performance in 3 months is evident. As of 31 December, 2024, the company achieved an impressive revenue growth rate of 26.89%. This signifies a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the company achieved a growth rate higher than the average among peers in Information Technology sector.
Net Margin: Cadence Design Systems's net margin is impressive, surpassing industry averages. With a net margin of 25.09%, the company demonstrates strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Cadence Design Systems's ROE stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROE of 7.37%, the company demonstrates effective use of equity capital and strong financial performance.
Return on Assets (ROA): Cadence Design Systems's ROA excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 3.75%. This signifies efficient management of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: Cadence Design Systems's debt-to-equity ratio is notably higher than the industry average. With a ratio of 0.55, the company relies more heavily on borrowed funds, indicating a higher level of financial risk.
<h2>The Core of Analyst Ratings: What Every Investor Should Know</h2>
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Analysts may enhance their evaluations by incorporating forecasts for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, delivering additional guidance to investors. It is vital to acknowledge that, although experts in stocks and sectors, analysts are human and express their opinions when providing insights.
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What 8 Analyst Ratings Have To Say About Cadence Design Systems

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Oppenheimer analyst Edward Yang maintains Cadence Design Systems (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CDNS#NASDAQ">CDNS</a>) with a Underperform and lowers the price target from $225 to $200.

Oppenheimer Maintains Underperform on Cadence Design Systems, Lowers Price Target to $200

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Shares of companies in the broader technology sector are trading higher. The sector may be rising amid an overall rebound after investor uncertainty and several risk factors led to markets entering correction territory last week.

Intel Corp&#8217;s&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INTC#NASDAQ">INTC</a>) incoming CEO, Lip-Bu Tan, is planning a major overhaul of the company&#8217;s chip manufacturing and artificial intelligence operations, aiming to breathe new life into the struggling tech giant.
What Happened: Tan is considering significant changes to the company&#8217;s approach to AI and chip manufacturing. This includes staff cuts to address what he sees as a slow-moving and bloated middle management layer, according to a Reuters report on Monday.
Revamping the manufacturing operations, which once exclusively produced chips, but now also cater to external clients like Nvidia, is one of Tan&#8217;s key priorities.
Tan, who was previously a member of Intel&#8217;s board and&nbsp;CEO of chip design software&nbsp;firm Cadence Design Systems (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CDNS#NASDAQ">CDNS</a>) is poised to lead the company after a decade of setbacks under previous CEOs. These missteps led to Intel missing out on the booming demand for AI processors and smartphone chips, allowing competitors like Arm Holdings and Nvidia to dominate these markets.
Under Tan&#8217;s leadership, Intel is striving to enhance the performance of its manufacturing division, Intel Foundry, by actively securing new customers. The company also plans to restart the production of&nbsp;chips that drive AI servers&nbsp;and explore areas beyond servers, such as software, robotics, and AI foundation models.
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Why It Matters: Despite the ambitious plans, Tan&#8217;s strategy seems to be an enhancement of former CEO Pat Gelsinger&#8216;s turnaround plan, which sought to reshape Intel into a contract chip manufacturer. However, Gelsinger&#8217;s plan had to be scaled back due to cooling demand for Intel&#8217;s core products.
Tan&#8217;s appointment as CEO was announced on March 13, and it led to a surge in <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/25/03/44297910/intel-stock-soars-nearly-12-in-thursday-pre-market-whats-going-on">Intel&#8217;s stock</a>. His incoming leadership and the proposed changes are seen as a potential turning point for Intel, which has been struggling to keep up with competitors in the rapidly evolving tech industry. In a town hall address held after his appointment, the CEO cautioned employees that the company will need to make &#8220;tough decisions.&#8221;
As Tan steps into his new role, the tech industry will be watching closely to see if his planned changes can turn around the fortunes of the ailing tech giant.
Intel stock has surged more than 18% over the past 5 days to close at $24.05 on Friday, as per <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga Pro</a>.
Intel holds a momentum rating of 31.37% and a growth rating of 80.60%, according to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/report/INTC" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Benzinga's Proprietary Edge Rankings</a>. The Benzinga Growth metric evaluates a stock&#8217;s historical earnings and revenue expansion across multiple timeframes, prioritizing both long-term trends and recent performance. For an in-depth report on more stocks and insights into growth opportunities,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/screener/top-momentum-stocks" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">sign</a>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/screener/top-momentum-stocks" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">up for Benzinga Edge.</a>
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Intel's New CEO Charts Revival Plan, Warns Of 'Tough Decisions' Ahead: Report

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Lip-Bu Tan, once praised by Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSM#NYSE">TSM</a>) founder Morris Chang for rescuing Cadence Design Systems (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CDNS#NASDAQ">CDNS</a>) from turmoil, is now <a href="https://in.benzinga.com/news/management/25/03/44291118/intel-stock-rallies-after-company-names-new-ceo-what-to-know">stepping in to lead</a> Intel Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INTC#NASDAQ">INTC</a>) at a critical turning point for the American chip giant.
What Happened: Back in 2016, Bu Tan was honored with the prestigious Morris Chang Exemplary Leadership Award by the Global Semiconductor Alliance (GSA), recognizing his transformational leadership as CEO of Cadence Design Systems.
At the time, Chang didn't hold back his praise.
"In 2009, Cadence was in pretty big trouble," Chang said. "And Lip-Bu led Cadence out of the trouble. In the last seven years, he has made it a very strong company. He instituted an execution-first, technology-first attitude in Cadence, made key acquisitions, attracted top talent, into Cadence and even more importantly he rejuvenated Cadence&#8217;s design tool."
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Now, Tan has been appointed CEO of Intel. In a letter to employees, Tan said they were "in many ways" the "founders" of the "New Intel," signaling a fresh start for the struggling chipmaker.
Tan <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/12/42344006/intel-interim-co-chief-expects-ceo-to-have-foundry-experience-stands-by-forecast">succeeds former CEO</a> Pat Gelsinger after months of executive search. A respected veteran with a background in physics and nuclear engineering, Tan previously <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/08/40593141/intel-board-member-lip-bu-tan-reportedly-left-after-disputes-with-ceo-and-other-directors-over-c">served on Intel's board</a> and has led numerous high-tech ventures throughout his career.
He reportedly resigned from the company's board following a dispute with Gelsinger.
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Why It's Important: Intel's turnaround is a matter of national interest, as it plays a vital role in the U.S. semiconductor ecosystem. Tan is stepping in amid rising competition from TSMC and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/25/02/43761300/intel-could-be-split-in-two-as-broadcom-and-tsmc-explore-deals-trump-white-house-resists-foreign-ownership-report">mounting pressure to keep Intel's</a> design and manufacturing operations intact.
Tan's legacy at Cadence — where he oversaw a revival in revenue and stock performance — suggests he may be the steady hand Intel needs.
At 65, he is no stranger to the chip industry. Born in Malaysia, he earned a degree in physics from Nanyang Technological University, then went on to get a master's in nuclear engineering from MIT and an MBA from the University of San Francisco.
A longtime technology investor, Tan has also chaired Walden International, a venture capital firm he founded in 1984, and served on the boards of Hewlett Packard Enterprise and SoftBank Group.
He led Cadence from 2009 to 2021, guiding the company from financial instability to market leadership in electronic design automation. In 2022, Tan joined Intel's board and was later given oversight of manufacturing operations.
Whether he can repeat his Cadence success at Intel remains to be seen. But if Chang's words hold true, Intel may have just handed the wheel to the one person capable of steering it through stormy waters.
Investors appear optimistic: Intel shares jumped about 11% in after-hours trading following the announcement. Year-to-date the company's shares are up 2.27%, according to <a href="http://pro.benzinga.com/">data from Benzinga Pro</a>.
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Lip-Bu Tan Got High Praise From TSMC Founder Morris Chang For Saving Cadence From 'Pretty Big Trouble' —  Will The Magic Work At The 'New' Intel

Intel Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INTC#NASDAQ">INTC</a>) surged 11.6% during the pre-market trading session on Thursday after the company announced that tech industry veteran, Lip-Bu Tan, is set to take the helm as the new CEO.
What Happened: According to an official announcement&nbsp;on Thursday, the board of directors has selected Lip-Bu Tan as the new CEO effective from March 18. Tan will succeed&nbsp;Interim Co-CEOs David Zinsner and&nbsp;Michelle (MJ) Johnston Holthaus. He will also return to&nbsp;the Intel board of directors, a position he vacated in August 2024.
Zinsner will maintain his role as the executive vice president and chief financial officer, while Holthaus will continue as the CEO of Intel Products. Frank D. Yeary, who acted as the interim executive chair of the board during the CEO search, will resume his position as the independent chair of the board once Tan steps into his new role.
Malaysia-born Tan has previously served as the CEO of Cadence Design Systems (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CDNS#NASDAQ">CDNS</a>) for over a decade. Tan is the newest to join the list of non-U.S.-born executives stepping into leadership roles at the country&#8217;s top chip companies.
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Why It Matters: This leadership change comes at a crucial time for Intel, a leading player in the semiconductor industry. Intel&#8217;s shares have declined nearly 52% over the past year. For decades, the company designed and manufactured its own chips internally, but it eventually fell behind competitors in recent times. 
Interestingly, the new CEO appointment comes on the heels of TSMC (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSM#NASDAQ">TSM</a>) approaching Nvidia Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>), Advanced Micro Devices (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMD#NASDAQ">AMD</a>) and Broadcom Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AVGO#NASDAQ">AVGO</a>) <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/25/03/44271204/tsmc-proposes-joint-venture-with-nvidia-amd-and-broadcom-to-operate-intels-factories-report">to form a joint venture </a>to operate Intel's foundry division, which customizes chips for clients.
Tan stated&nbsp;on the company website "In areas where we have momentum, we need to double down and extend our advantage," He also said, "In areas where we are behind the competition, we need to take calculated risks to disrupt and leapfrog. And in areas where our progress has been slower than expected, we need to find ways to pick up the pace.&#8221;
Tan&#8217;s appointment as CEO was met with a positive market response, as&nbsp;Intel&#8217;s stock rallied&nbsp;in after-hours trading following the announcement. 
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Intel Stock Soars Nearly 12% In Thursday Pre-Market: What's Going On?

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