Morgan Stanley analyst Lee Simpson maintained a Buy rating on Cadence Design today and set a price target of $360.00.
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Lee Simpson has given his Buy rating due to a combination of factors including Cadence Design’s expected solid bookings and sales growth. The company is anticipated to report strong performance, particularly in its IP sales, which are projected to rise despite challenges faced by competitors like Synopsys. The recent acquisition of Arm’s Artisan business is expected to contribute positively to this growth.
Furthermore, Cadence’s sales in China are projected to increase significantly, which is a positive indicator for investors. The company’s core EDA segment is also expected to perform well, although it faces some competition. Overall, the strategic acquisitions and market positioning in emerging technologies like chiplet architectures are expected to bolster Cadence’s growth prospects, justifying the Buy rating.
In another report released yesterday, Mizuho Securities also reiterated a Buy rating on the stock with a $400.00 price target.

