Operating Expenses

G&A

Synopsys G&A decreased by 1.5% to $182.73M in Q4 2025 compared to the prior quarter. Year-over-year, this metric grew by 9.4%, from $167.09M to $182.73M. Over 4 years (FY 2021 to FY 2025), G&A shows an upward trend with a 24.2% CAGR. This increase may warrant attention — for this metric, lower values are generally preferred.

Analysis

StatementIncome Statement
SectionOperating Expenses
CategoryEfficiency
SignalLower is better
VolatilityStable
First reportedQ1 2007
Last reportedQ4 2025

How to read this metric

Rising G&A as a percentage of revenue may indicate organizational bloat, while stability suggests effective cost management.

Detailed definition

General and administrative expenses cover the overhead costs of running the business, including executive salaries, lega...

Peer comparison

Standard operating expense category; used to assess administrative leverage.

Metric ID: is_general_and_administrative

Historical Data

19 periods
 Q2 '21Q3 '21Q4 '21Q1 '22Q2 '22Q3 '22Q4 '22Q1 '23Q2 '23Q3 '23Q4 '23Q1 '24Q2 '24Q3 '24Q4 '24Q1 '25Q2 '25Q3 '25Q4 '25
Value$83.85M$88.96M$81.01M$73.96M$91.46M$107.41M$97.36M$91.08M$109.71M$112.15M$138.37M$114.76M$150.44M$164.92M$167.09M$136.50M$280.55M$185.52M$182.73M
QoQ Change+6.1%-8.9%-8.7%+23.7%+17.4%-9.4%-6.5%+20.5%+2.2%+23.4%-17.1%+31.1%+9.6%+1.3%-18.3%+105.5%-33.9%-1.5%
YoY Change+9.1%+20.7%+20.2%+23.2%+20.0%+4.4%+42.1%+26.0%+37.1%+47.1%+20.7%+18.9%+86.5%+12.5%+9.4%
Range$73.96M$280.55M
CAGR+18.9%
Avg YoY Growth+26.5%
Median YoY Growth+20.7%
Current Streak2 quarters decline

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Synopsys's g&a?
Synopsys (SNPS) reported g&a of $182.73M in Q4 2025.
How has Synopsys's g&a changed year-over-year?
Synopsys's g&a increased by 9.4% year-over-year, from $167.09M to $182.73M.
What is the long-term trend for Synopsys's g&a?
Over 4 years (2021 to 2025), Synopsys's g&a has grown at a 24.2% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), from $322.99M to $769.65M.
What does g&a mean?
The overhead costs required to manage and support the company's operations.