ANSYS Inc (ANSS)vsCadence Design Systems Inc (CDNS)
ANSS
ANSYS Inc
$374.30
0.00%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $32.91B
CDNS
Cadence Design Systems Inc
$376.19
+2.48%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $114.85B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Cadence Design Systems Inc generates 114% more annual revenue ($5.53B vs $2.58B). ANSS leads profitability with a 23.0% profit margin vs 21.2%. ANSS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.47. CDNS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
ANSS
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
CDNS
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-68.8%
Fair Value
$221.77
Current Price
$374.30
$152.53 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CDNS.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Keeps 23 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Earnings expanding 47.7% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 29.7%
18.7% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 23.0% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 15.8x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ANSS
The strongest argument for ANSS centers on Altman Z-Score, Profit Margin, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 23.0% and operating margin at 11.7%.
Bull Case : CDNS
The strongest argument for CDNS centers on Altman Z-Score, Market Cap, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.2% and operating margin at 29.7%. Revenue growth of 18.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ANSS
The primary concerns for ANSS are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 55.5x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : CDNS
The primary concerns for CDNS are Price/Book, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 96.6x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ANSS profiles as a mature stock while CDNS is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
ANSS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.19 — expect wider price swings.
CDNS is growing revenue faster at 18.7% — sustainability is the question.
ANSS generates stronger free cash flow (387M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CDNS scores higher overall (62/100 vs 56/100), backed by strong 21.2% margins and 18.7% revenue growth. Both earn "Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
ANSYS Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - APPLICATION · USA
Ansys, Inc. is an American company based in Canonsburg, Pennsylvania. It develops and markets multiphysics engineering simulation software for product design, testing and operation and offers its products and services to customers worldwide.
Cadence Design Systems Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - APPLICATION · USA
Cadence Design Systems, Inc., headquartered in San Jose, California, is an American multinational computational software company. The company produces software, hardware and silicon structures for designing integrated circuits, systems on chips (SoCs) and printed circuit boards.
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