Landing a $35 Billion Tech Deal in the Middle of Trade Turbulence

The article discusses Synopsys' $35 billion acquisition of Ansys, a major software engineering company, and the associated challenges faced during the transaction. Shelagh Glaser, the CFO of Synopsys, recounts the last-minute drama and complexities involved in navigating the deal amidst trade turbulence. The article also features a one-on-one interview with the finance chief of Colombia's largest lender, providing insights into the financial landscape of the region. The key highlights of the article include: - Synopsys' $35 billion acquisition of Ansys, a significant deal in the tech industry - The last-minute challenges and complexities faced by Synopsys' CFO in finalizing the transaction - The impact of trade turbulence on the deal-making process - Insights from the finance chief of Colombia's biggest lender, offering a perspective on the regional financial environment. The article provides a concise and unbiased summary of the important events and perspectives surrounding the Synopsys-Ansys deal, without delving into unnecessary details.