Insights

• Cadence has acquired Arm’s Artisan foundation IP business, expanding its design IP portfolio.
• The acquisition includes standard cell libraries, memory compilers, and GPIOs optimized for advanced foundries.
• This move supports Cadence’s strategy to improve time-to-market, cost, power, and performance for SoC designs.
• The acquisition is expected to have minimal impact on Cadence’s revenue and earnings in 2025.
• Cadence continues to lead in AI-driven semiconductor design solutions and was recently named a top-managed company by the Wall Street Journal.

Cadence Design Systems has completed the acquisition of the Arm Artisan foundation IP business, a significant addition to its expanding suite of semiconductor design solutions. The acquired IP includes critical components such as standard cell libraries, memory compilers, and general-purpose I/Os—elements optimized for advanced semiconductor process nodes used by leading foundries.

This strategic move enhances Cadence’s presence in system-on-chip (SoC) design by complementing its existing portfolio of protocol, interface, memory, and SerDes IPs. By integrating the Artisan IP, Cadence aims to accelerate customers’ time to market while optimizing cost, power efficiency, and performance in next-generation chip designs.

While the acquisition will not meaningfully affect Cadence’s financial results in the near term, it reinforces the company’s commitment to innovation and leadership in AI-driven system design solutions. Cadence’s strong market position is further validated by its recognition as one of the world’s best-managed companies. This acquisition positions Cadence to better serve a diverse range of industries such as mobile communications, automotive, aerospace, and more.