Ansys Shareholder FAQs

Synopsys and Ansys are now united

Synopsys Investor FAQs

 

Have questions about your Ansys stock transfer? Read the FAQ.

 

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What do I receive for my shares of Ansys common stock as a result of the acquisition? How do I exchange my shares of Ansys stock?
  • As a result of the acquisition of Ansys by Synopsys, each share of Ansys common stock has been automatically converted into the right to receive the merger consideration consisting of $199.91 in cash, without interest, and 0.3399 of a share of Synopsys common stock, subject, in each case, to adjustments set forth in the merger agreement, and cash in lieu of fractional shares.
  • Synopsys has appointed Computershare Trust Company, N.A. (“Computershare”) as paying agent for payment of the merger consideration.
  • Information concerning the exchange of Ansys stock for the per share merger consideration has been mailed to Ansys registered shareholders, which outlines the steps to be taken to obtain the merger consideration.
  • For additional information, please contact Computershare at Toll-Free: +1 (877) 373 6374; Toll: +1 (312) 360 5340
Who is the transfer agent, registrar, and information agent for Synopsys common stock?
  • Synopsys’ transfer agent is Computershare.
  • By phone: Toll-Free: +1 (877) 373 6374; Toll: +1 (312) 360 5340
  • By Mail:

Computershare

Computershare Trust Company, N.A.

PO Box 43014

Providence, RI 02940-3014

  • By Overnight Delivery:

Computershare Trust Company, N.A.

150 Royall Street, Suite V

Canton, MA 02021

 

What is a transfer agent?
  • A transfer agent keeps records of stock held by registered shareholders, including shares held in certificate form. When stock changes hands, the transfer agent updates the record of ownership of the stock.
  • The transfer agent does not maintain records of shares bought and sold through brokerage accounts and held in "street name." Such records are maintained by the specific brokerages through which shares are bought and sold.
  • The transfer agent and registrar for Synopsys’ common stock is Computershare.
  • Registered shareholders of Synopsys common stock should contact Computershare for assistance with stock ownership, share transfers, change of address, or other stock inquiries.
If I hold certificated shares of Ansys common stock, what do I need to do to receive the merger consideration?
  • Synopsys has appointed Computershare as the exchange agent for the payment of the merger consideration.
  • If you hold certificated shares of Ansys common stock, Computershare has mailed to you an Exchange Form for you to exchange your shares. Please complete the Exchange Form and mail the completed Exchange Form together with the applicable stock certificate(s) (if any) back to Computershare for processing.
  • Upon receipt of your stock certificate(s) and a completed and signed Exchange Form, Computershare will mail to you a check representing the cash portion of the merger consideration and cash in lieu of fractional shares (after giving effect to any required tax withholdings).
  • For additional information, please contact Computershare at Toll-Free: +1 (877) 373 6374; Toll: +1 (312) 360 5340
What if I can’t locate all of my Ansys stock certificates?
  • Please read and follow instructions on the Exchange Form provided by Computershare.
  • Complete the Affidavit of Loss on the back of the Exchange Form. Enclose a check for the applicable amount and mail package back to Computershare for processing.
If I own Ansys stock in book-entry form, how is it exchanged?
  • If you were listed on the books of Ansys transfer agent as a registered stockholder and held your Ansys stock in book-entry form, Computershare automatically created a book-entry account for you and electronically credited your account with Synopsys common shares.
  • You will receive a statement reporting the number of shares of Synopsys common stock you received as merger consideration and a check representing the cash portion of the merger consideration and cash in lieu of fractional shares (after giving effect to any required tax withholdings).
What does ‘book-entry’ mean?
  • “Book-entry” refers to ownership of stock represented by entries on the books of the issuing company maintained by the company’s transfer agent without the issuance of a corresponding stock certificate. Periodic statements of ownership are issued to the holder instead of physical stock certificates.
What if some or all of my Ansys stock is held for me by a financial institution or broker? Will it handle the exchange of my Ansys stock for Synopsys common stock and cash?
  • Yes. If you have any questions about the exchange of your Ansys stock held in “street name” for the merger consideration, please contact your broker or financial institution directly.
What does ‘street name’ mean?
  • Shares of stock held in the name of a broker for a client are said to be held in "street name." This occurs when a client wishes the shares to be held by the broker.
What if I have Ansys stock certificates in more than one account?
  • You will receive a separate Exchange Form for each account in which you own Ansys stock in certificated form. You must complete and submit each Exchange Form that you receive, along with the appropriate certificates.
How long will it take Computershare to send me a check for my Ansys stock certificates?
  • From the date received and assuming paperwork is in good order, it will take Computershare 5-10 business days to cancel your old certificate, issue your new shares and mail a check for the cash portion of the merger consideration.
What if I lose my Exchange Form or need an additional one?
Whom shall I contact if I have additional questions about the exchange of shares of Ansys stock? How do I contact Computershare?
Where can I find IRS Form 8937?

IRS Form 8937 can be found here