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CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS INC Quarterly Report for Q2 Ended Jun 27, 2020

Filing Date
Filed July 20, 2020
Period End
June 27, 2020
Security
CDNS
In the record · 2016–202610-K1210-Q328-K98

CDNS filed 12 annual reports (10-K), 32 quarterly reports (10-Q) and 98 current reports (8-K) between 2016 and 2026.

  1. Material agreement8-K · Feb ’16Feb ’16
  2. Leadership change8-K · Jan ’22Jan ’22
  3. Leadership change8-K · May ’26May ’26

Summary

Summary of the 10-Q filed July 20, 2020. Cited figures are marked; the original filing is the authoritative source.

Cadence Design Systems Inc. reported strong financial performance for the second quarter of 2020, ended June 26, 2020.

Total revenue increased by 10% year-over-year to $638.4 milliona, driven by growth in product and maintenance revenue, which rose 10% to $601.4 million. Net income also saw a significant increase of 22.4% to $131.3 million, translating to a diluted EPS of $0.47. The company demonstrated robust cash flow generation, with cash and cash equivalents significantly increasing to $1.19 billion from $705.2 million at the end of 2019.

Strategically, Cadence completed two acquisitions in early 2020, AWR Corporation and Integrand Software, Inc., for approximately $195 millionb to enhance its RF/microwave design capabilities. Despite the ongoing uncertainties related to the COVID-19 pandemic, the company has managed its operations effectively, with minimal material adverse impact on its financial results for the first half of 2020. Management expressed confidence in its ability to meet liquidity requirements for at least the next 12 months, supported by strong operating cash flows and existing cash balances.

Key Highlights

  1. Total revenue for the quarter ended June 26, 2020, increased by 10% to $638.4 million compared to the same period in 2019.
  2. Net income for the quarter grew by 22.4% to $131.3 million, with diluted EPS of $0.47.
  3. Cash and cash equivalents significantly increased to $1.19 billion as of June 27, 2020, from $705.2 million at December 28, 2019.
  4. The company completed two strategic acquisitions (AWR Corporation and Integrand Software, Inc.) in early 2020 for approximately $195 million to strengthen its technology portfolio.
  5. Operating expenses increased by 6% year-over-year, driven by investments in R&D and sales, reflecting continued strategic growth initiatives.
  6. Despite COVID-19 uncertainties, the company reported that the pandemic did not have a material adverse impact on its financial results for the first half of fiscal 2020.
  7. Remaining performance obligations were approximately $3.7 billion as of June 27, 2020, indicating a strong backlog of future revenue.

Financial Statements

Q2 FY2020 against Q2 FY2019

Line itemQ2 FY2020Q2 FY2019Change
Revenue$638.42M$580.42M+10.0%
R&D Expenses$250.82M——
Operating Expenses$486.47M$446.74M+8.9%
Operating Income$151.95M$133.68M+13.7%
Interest Expense$5.91M$4.98M+18.9%
Net Income$131.29M$107.23M+22.4%
EPS (Basic)$0.48$0.39+23.1%
EPS (Diluted)$0.47$0.38+23.7%
Shares Outstanding (Basic)273.43M273.16M+0.1%
Shares Outstanding (Diluted)279.08M281.05M−0.7%

Frequently Asked Questions

  1. How did Cadence's revenue and profitability perform in the second quarter of 2020 compared to the prior year?

    Cadence reported a 10% increase in total revenue for the quarter ended June 26, 2020, reaching $638.4 million. Net income also saw a substantial rise of 22.4% to $131.3 million, with diluted earnings per share of $0.47.

  2. What was the impact of COVID-19 on Cadence's financial performance during this period?

    While acknowledging the ongoing uncertainties, Cadence stated that the COVID-19 pandemic did not have a material adverse impact on its financial results for the first half of fiscal 2020. The company highlighted its ability to adapt operations, with many employees working remotely and customers continuing to place orders.

  3. What were the key acquisitions made by Cadence in early 2020, and what is their strategic importance?

    Cadence acquired AWR Corporation and Integrand Software, Inc. in early 2020 for approximately $195 million. These acquisitions are aimed at enhancing the company's technology portfolio, particularly to address the growing RF/microwave design activity driven by the expansion of 5G communications.

  4. How has Cadence's cash position evolved, and what is its liquidity outlook?

    Cadence's cash and cash equivalents significantly increased to $1.19 billion as of June 27, 2020, up from $705.2 million at the end of 2019. The company expects its current cash position and operating cash flows to be sufficient to meet its liquidity requirements for at least the next 12 months.