Wall Street analyst price targets, ratings consensus & upside potential · Updated Feb 28, 2026
Last 12 months price action with 12-month analyst target path
As of March 2, 2026, Synopsys, Inc. (SNPS) has a Wall Street consensus price target of $529.44, based on estimates from 27 covering analysts. With the stock currently trading at $414.00, this represents a potential upside of +27.9%. The company has a market capitalization of $79.26B.
Analyst price targets range from a low of $425.00 to a high of $600.00, representing a 33% spread in expectations. The median target of $535.00 aligns closely with the consensus average.
The current analyst consensus rating is Buy, with 22 analysts rating the stock as a Buy or Strong Buy,5 rating it Hold, and 0 rating it Sell or Strong Sell. This overwhelmingly bullish sentiment suggests analysts see significant catalysts for upside ahead.
From a valuation perspective, SNPS trades at a trailing P/E of 51.5x and forward P/E of 28.7x. The forward PEG ratio of 2.12 reflects a premium valuation. Analysts expect EPS to grow +112.0% over the next year.
Our proprietary valuation model, which blends historical multiples with forward estimates, suggests a base-case price target of $695.83, with bear and bull scenarios of $333.40 and $971.25 respectively. Model confidence stands at 82/100, indicating high predictability in the company's fundamentals.
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Start ComparisonThe consensus Wall Street price target for SNPS is $529.44, representing 27.9% upside from the current price of $414. With 27 analysts covering the stock, this strong upside suggests significant value not yet reflected in today's share price.
SNPS has a consensus rating of "Buy" based on 27 Wall Street analysts. The rating breakdown is predominantly bullish, with 22 Buy/Strong Buy ratings. The consensus 12-month price target of $529.44 implies 27.9% upside from current levels.
SNPS trades at a forward P/E of 28.6692x, representing a moderate valuation. With analysts targeting $529.44 (27.9% implied move), the stock appears reasonably valued with upside.
The most bullish Wall Street analyst has a price target of $600 for SNPS, while the most conservative target is $425. The consensus of $529.44 represents the median expectation. Our quantitative valuation model projects a bull case target of $971 based on optimistic growth and margin assumptions. These targets typically reflect 12-month expectations.
SNPS is heavily covered by Wall Street, with 27 analysts providing price targets and ratings. Of these, 0 have Strong Buy ratings, 22 have Buy ratings, 5 recommend Hold, and 0 have Sell or Strong Sell ratings. Higher analyst coverage generally indicates greater institutional interest and more reliable consensus estimates.
The 12-month SNPS stock forecast based on 27 Wall Street analysts shows a consensus price target of $529.44, with estimates ranging from $425 (bear case) to $600 (bull case). The median consensus rating is "Buy". Our proprietary valuation model produces a base case fair value of $696, with bear/bull scenarios of $333/$971.
Our quantitative valuation model calculates SNPS's fair value at $696 (base case), with a bear case of $333 and bull case of $971. The model uses discounted cash flow analysis, historical growth rates, and margin mean-reversion to project FY+2 earnings, then applies an appropriate P/E multiple. The model confidence score is 82/100.
SNPS trades at a forward P/E ratio of 28.7x based on next-twelve-months earnings estimates compared to a trailing P/E of 51.5x. The lower forward P/E indicates analysts expect earnings growth. A forward P/E is useful for comparing valuations when earnings are expected to change significantly.
Wall Street analysts are very optimistic on SNPS, with a "Buy" consensus rating and $529.44 price target (27.9% upside). 22 of 27 analysts rate it Buy or Strong Buy. This information is for educational purposes only. Always conduct your own research, consider your financial situation, and consult a financial advisor before making investment decisions.
SNPS analyst price targets range from $425 to $600, a 33% moderate spread showing some variance in outlooks. Differences stem from varying assumptions about revenue growth, profit margins, competitive dynamics, and valuation multiples. The $529.44 consensus represents the middle ground. Our model's $333-$971 range provides an independent fundamental perspective.