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Synaptics Agrees to Amended Merger With onsemi at $123 Per Share in Cash

Synaptics (SYNA) amended its merger agreement with onsemi, reaffirming plans to become a subsidiary. Under the revised terms, Synaptics stockholders will receive $123 per share in cash. The deal is subject to shareholder and regulatory approvals, with Hart-Scott-Rodino approval already obtained. The amendment follows negotiations after an unsolicited competing proposal.

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Published Oct 1, 2026, 9:23 PM UTC
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Decision brief

The 30-second read

$SYNABullishHigh
01

Why it matters

The cash deal provides certainty to Synaptics shareholders while increasing onsemi's balance‑sheet exposure.

02

Market read

The deal is material for both companies and the broader semiconductor sector, offering a clear trading catalyst.

03

What to watch

Financing structure and potential tax benefits for onsemi are not detailed.

Relevance 9/10Novelty 9/10Timing: immediate announcement today

Background

The amendment follows an unsolicited competing proposal, indicating Synaptics' preference for onsemi's offer.

Company-level read

Ticker impact

$SYNABullishHigh confidence
Context

Synaptics announced an amended cash merger at $123 per share, creating immediate upside for shareholders.

Expected impact

upward pressure as market prices in the cash offer

Evidence & confidence

The announced cash price is a clear premium to recent trading, and the deal has regulatory clearance.

Market effects

Sector

Consolidation in the semiconductor and sensor market may pressure peers.

Regional

U.S. semiconductor sector sees heightened M&A activity.

Global

Potential ripple effects on global supply chains for sensor technologies.

Counterpoint

What could challenge this read

onsemi's stock could outperform if the acquisition yields cost synergies faster than expected.

Key entities

  • company
    Synaptics Inc.

    Target of the acquisition.

  • company
    onsemi

    Acquirer offering cash consideration.

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