Synopsys Inc (SNPS)vsSS&C Technologies Holdings Inc (SSNC)
SNPS
Synopsys Inc
$481.22
+0.29%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $92.45B
SSNC
SS&C Technologies Holdings Inc
$69.49
+0.56%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $16.69B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Synopsys Inc generates 25% more annual revenue ($8.01B vs $6.41B). SNPS leads profitability with a 13.8% profit margin vs 12.7%. SSNC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.72. SSNC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
SNPS
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
SSNC
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SNPS.
Margin of Safety
+52.0%
Fair Value
$151.82
Current Price
$69.49
$82.33 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 65.5% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 24.2%
Areas to Watch
ROE of 5.5% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SNPS
The strongest argument for SNPS centers on Revenue Growth, Market Cap. Revenue growth of 65.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : SSNC
The strongest argument for SSNC centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin. PEG of 0.72 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : SNPS
The primary concerns for SNPS are Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 74.3x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : SSNC
The primary concerns for SSNC are Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SNPS profiles as a growth stock while SSNC is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
SSNC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.19 — expect wider price swings.
SNPS is growing revenue faster at 65.5% — sustainability is the question.
SNPS generates stronger free cash flow (822M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SSNC scores higher overall (66/100 vs 47/100). Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Synopsys Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - INFRASTRUCTURE · USA
Synopsys is an American electronic design automation company that focuses on silicon design and verification, silicon intellectual property and software security and quality. Products include logic synthesis, behavioral synthesis, place and route, static timing analysis, formal verification, hardware description language (SystemC, SystemVerilog/Verilog, VHDL) simulators, and transistor-level circuit simulation.
Visit Website →SS&C Technologies Holdings Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - APPLICATION · USA
SS&C Technologies Holdings, Inc. provides software products and software-enabled services to the healthcare and financial services industries. The company is headquartered in Windsor, Connecticut.
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