"Synopsys Initiates Sale of Software Integrity Business (NASDAQ:SNPS)"
U.S. chip designer Synopsys is reportedly initiating the sale of its software integrity business, potentially valued at $3 billion or more, following its recent agreement to acquire engineering software firm Ansys. The company is working with an adviser to assess buyer interest, with private equity firms likely to show interest. While deliberations are ongoing and no certainty exists regarding a transaction, the move aligns with Synopsys' exploration of strategic alternatives for the software integrity business as announced by its CEO in November.