J. Safra Sarasin Holding 13F: Adds $34M to Synopsys (SNPS) Stake
Key Points
- J. Safra Sarasin increased its position in Synopsys by 78,914 shares, valued at approximately $34.3 million, as of September 30, 2026.
- J. Safra Sarasin Holding held 136,268 $SNPS shares at quarter end, up 137.59% from the prior quarter.
- The stock trades recently at about $454.33, which is roughly equal to its closing price on the filing date.
- Synopsys has a market cap of about $82.4 billion and a P/E ratio of 76.0, reflecting strong growth in the technology sector.
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J. Safra Sarasin Holding boosted its stake in Synopsys, Inc. (SNPS) by 78,914 shares, valued at about $34.3 million, in a filing on October 26, 2026. The filing revealed that the total shares held by J. Safra Sarasin now stands at 136,268.
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Where Synopsys Fits in J. Safra Sarasin's Portfolio
This increase represents a 137.6% change in J. Safra Sarasin's position in Synopsys, which now makes up 2.49% of its total reported holdings. The fund ranks 12th among its 800 positions, indicating a significant commitment to this stock.
Other Institutional Activity in Synopsys
Other institutional investors have also shown interest in Synopsys. Nvidia Corp holds 4,821,717 shares worth about $2.19 billion, while Van Eck Associates Corporation increased its holdings by 569,711 shares, totaling 3,457,249 shares valued at approximately $1.57 billion.
Synopsys, Inc. Stock Up 5.6%
As of October 26, 2026, Synopsys shares closed at $454.33, which is roughly equal to the recent trading price. The stock is currently above its 50-day moving average by 5.4% and its 200-day average by 2.2%. However, it remains about 15.8% below its 52-week high of $539.48.
Recent Earnings
For the trailing twelve months, Synopsys reported revenue of approximately $9.42 billion and an EPS of $5.66. The company has shown robust revenue growth of 42.4% year-over-year. The next earnings report is expected on December 9, 2026.
Insider Buying and Selling at Synopsys, Inc.
Recent insider trading at Synopsys includes several sales. Aart J De Geus, an officer and director, sold 49,641 shares on September 1, 2026. CEO Sassine E. Ghazi sold 14,604 shares at an average price of $374.88 on September 15, 2026. Other insiders also made sales, including Janet Lee and Sudhindra Kankanwadi, but no shares were purchased.
Analysts Set New Price Targets
Analysts remain optimistic about Synopsys. On October 1, 2026, Wells Fargo maintained an Overweight rating with a price target of $540. Keybanc also maintained an Overweight rating with a target of $605. The consensus recommendation across 25 analysts is a strong buy, with a mean price target of $586.95.
About Synopsys
Synopsys, Inc. provides design IP solutions for the semiconductor and electronics industries, operating in two segments: Design Automation and Design IP. This recent increase in J. Safra Sarasin's stake underscores confidence in Synopsys's growth potential in the technology sector.
Bottom Line
Investors should watch for Synopsys's upcoming earnings report on December 9, 2026. J. Safra Sarasin's significant boost in shares highlights its commitment to the company amid a growing technology landscape.
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Source: J. Safra Sarasin Holding's 13F filing on $SNPS (Oct 26, 2026). 13F filings show holdings as of the end of the reporting quarter and may not reflect the fund's current position. Written by software, not financial advice. How we make alerts