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UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): September 4, 2025 CADENCE DESIGN

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): September 4, 2025 CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 000-15867 00-0000000 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Com

Form of Incentive Stock Award Agreement for Non-Executives and Consultants under the Registrant's Omnibus Equity Incentive Plan.

CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. Incentive Stock Award Agreement Omnibus Equity Incentive Plan (the “Plan”) Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (the “Company”) grants the participant named below (the “Participant”) an Incentive Stock Award pursuant to the Plan as set forth below (the “Award”). This Award is subject to the terms and conditions set forth in this Incentive Stock Award Agreement, including the a

, by and among the Registrant, the U.S. Department of Justice and the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Northern District of California

CRAIG H. MISSAKIAN (CABN 125202) United States Attorney MARTHA BOERSCH (CABN 126569) Chief, Criminal Division ERIC CHENG (CABN 274118) Assistant United States Attorney 450 Golden Gate Avenue, Box 36055 San Francisco, California 94102-3495 Telephone: (415) 436-7200 FAX: (415) 436-7234 [email protected] JOHN A. EISENBERG Assistant Attorney General for National Security SCOTT E. BRADFORD (OSBN 062

Form of Restricted Stock Unit Agreement for Non-Executives and Consultants under the Registrant’s Omnibus Equity Incentive Plan.

CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. Restricted Stock Unit Agreement Omnibus Equity Incentive Plan (the “Plan”) Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (the “Company”) grants the participant named below (the “Participant”) Restricted Stock Units pursuant to the Plan as set forth below (the “Award”). Each Restricted Stock Unit represents the right to receive one Share (as adjusted from time to time pursuant to the Pl

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2025 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number 000-15867 CADENCE DES

, by and between the Registrant and the Bureau of Industry and Security, U.S. Department of Commerce

UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE BUREAU OF INDUSTRY AND SECURITY WASHINGTON, D.

Q2 2025 KEY METRICS

Exhibit 99.02 CADENCE REPORTS SECOND QUARTER 2025 CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. CFO COMMENTARY Key Takeaways • Exceeded Q2 guidance for revenue and non-GAAP EPS • Raising 2025 revenue outlook by $50 million at midpoint driven by broad-based strength • Raising 2025 operating cash flow outlook by $50 million at midpoint Q3 2025 Outlook • Revenue: 1.305 billion - $1.335 billion • GAAP operating margin

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): July 27, 2025 CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 000-15867 00-0000000 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commiss

Cadence Reports Second Quarter 2025 Financial Results Exceeded Q2 Guidance for Revenue & Non-GAAP EPS Raising 2025 Revenue, Non-GAAP EPS & Cash Flow Outlook

Exhibit 99.01 Cadence Reports Second Quarter 2025 Financial Results Exceeded Q2 Guidance for Revenue & Non-GAAP EPS Raising 2025 Revenue, Non-GAAP EPS & Cash Flow Outlook SAN JOSE, Calif. — July 28, 2025 — Cadence (Nasdaq: CDNS) today announced results for the second quarter of 2025. Second Quarter 2025 Financial Results •Revenue of $1.275 billion, compared to revenue of $1.061 billion in Q2 2024

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): July 28, 2025 CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 000-15867 00-0000000 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commiss

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): July 2, 2025 CADENCE DESIGN SYSTE

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): July 2, 2025 CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 000-15867 00-0000000 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commissi

Conflict Minerals Report as required by Items 1.01 and 1.02 of this Form SD.

Exhibit 1.01 Cadence Design Systems, Inc. Conflict Minerals Report For the Year Ended December 31, 2024 This Conflict Minerals Report (the “Report”) for the year ended December 31, 2024 is presented to comply with Rule 13p-1 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Rule”). Introduction Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (referred to as “Cadence,” “we” and “our” in this Report) develop

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM SD Specialized Disclosure Report Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM SD Specialized Disclosure Report Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 000-15867 00-0000000 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization) (Commission File Number) (IRS Employer Identification No.) 2655 Seely Avenue, Building 5, San Jose, California 95

Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): May 23, 2025 CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 000-15867 00-0000000 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commissi

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): May 8, 2025 CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEM

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): May 8, 2025 CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 000-15867 00-0000000 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commissio

Form of Long Term Equity Award V (LTP V) Agreement for Non-

EXHIBIT 10.2 Cadence Design Systems, Inc. Restricted Stock Unit Agreement Omnibus Equity Incentive Plan (“Plan”) Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (the “Company”), pursuant to the Plan, hereby grants the participant named below (the “Participant”) Restricted Stock Units (the “Award”) as set forth below. Each Restricted Stock Unit represents the right to receive one Share (as adjusted from time to time

Form of Restricted Stock Unit Agreement for Executives

EXHIBIT 10.7 CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. Restricted Stock Unit Agreement Omnibus Equity Incentive Plan (the “Plan”) Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (the “Company”) grants the participant named below (the “Participant”) Restricted Stock Units pursuant to the Plan as set forth below (the “Award”). Each Restricted Stock Unit represents the right to receive one Share (as adjusted from time to time pursu

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2025 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number 000-15867 CADENCE DE

Form of Restricted Stock Unit Agreement for Non-Executives and Consultants

EXHIBIT 10.3 CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. Restricted Stock Unit Agreement Omnibus Equity Incentive Plan (the “Plan”) Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (the “Company”) grants the participant named below (the “Participant”) Restricted Stock Units pursuant to the Plan as set forth below (the “Award”). Each Restricted Stock Unit represents the right to receive one Share (as adjusted from time to time pursu

Form of Performance-Based Restricted Stock Unit (PSU) Agreement for Executives with Relative Total Shareholder Return (rTSR) Metrics

EXHIBIT 10.6 CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. Restricted Stock Unit Agreement Omnibus Equity Incentive Plan (the “Plan”) (rTSR) Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (the “Company”) grants the participant named below (the “Participant”) Restricted Stock Units pursuant to the Plan as set forth below (the “Award”). Each Restricted Stock Unit represents the right to receive up to two Shares (as adjusted from time

Form of Long Term Equity Award V (LTP V) Agreement for Executives

EXHIBIT 10.4 CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. RESTRICTED STOCK UNIT AGREEMENT OMNIBUS EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN (“PLAN”) Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (the “Company”), pursuant to the Plan, hereby grants the participant named below (the “Participant”) Restricted Stock Units (the “Award”) as set forth below. Each Restricted Stock Unit represents the right to receive one Share (as adjusted from time to time

Agreement for Non-Executives and Consultants

EXHIBIT 10.1 CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. Incentive Stock Award Agreement Omnibus Equity Incentive Plan (the “Plan”) Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (the “Company”) grants the participant named below (the “Participant”) an Incentive Stock Award pursuant to the Plan as set forth below (the “Award”). This Award is subject to the terms and conditions set forth in this Incentive Stock Award Agreement, in

Form of Performance-Based Restricted Stock Unit (PSU) Agreement for Executives with Operati

EXHIBIT 10.5 CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. Restricted Stock Unit Agreement Omnibus Equity Incentive Plan (the “Plan”) (Operating Income) Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (the “Company”) grants the participant named below (the “Participant”) Restricted Stock Units pursuant to the Plan as set forth below (the “Award”). Each Restricted Stock Unit represents the right to receive up to two Shares (as adjust

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A (RULE 14a-101) SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant To Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

DEFA14A UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A (RULE 14a-101) SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant To Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for use of the Commission Only (as permitt

Cadence Reports First Quarter 2025 Financial Results Exceeded Q1 Guidance for All Key Metrics Q1 Revenue Up 23% & Non-GAAP EPS Up 34% YoY Raising 2025 Revenue and EPS Outlook

Exhibit 99.01 Cadence Reports First Quarter 2025 Financial Results Exceeded Q1 Guidance for All Key Metrics Q1 Revenue Up 23% & Non-GAAP EPS Up 34% YoY Raising 2025 Revenue and EPS Outlook SAN JOSE, Calif. — April 28, 2025 — Cadence (Nasdaq: CDNS) today announced results for the first quarter of 2025. First Quarter 2025 Financial Results •Revenue of $1.242 billion, compared to revenue of $1.009 bi

CADENCE REPORTS FIRST QUARTER

Exhibit 99.02 CADENCE REPORTS FIRST QUARTER 2025 CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. CFO COMMENTARY Key Takeaways • Exceeded all key financial metrics for Q1 • Raising 2025 outlook for revenue and EPS • Repurchased $350 million of Cadence stock in Q1 Q2 2025 Outlook • Revenue: $1.25 billion - $1.27 billion • GAAP operating margin: 27.5% - 28.5% • Non-GAAP operating margin: 41.5% - 42.5% • GAAP EPS: $0.89

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): April 28, 2025 CADENCE DESIGN SYS

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): April 28, 2025 CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 000-15867 00-0000000 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commis

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K/A (Amendment No. 1) CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): December 12, 2024 CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 000-15867 00-0000000 (State or Other Jurisdiction of

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A (RULE 14a-101) SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant To Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

DEFA14A UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A (RULE 14a-101) SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant To Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for use of the Commission Only (as permitt

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A (RULE 14a-101) SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant To Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A (RULE 14a-101) SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant To Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for use of the Commission Only (

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K (Mark One) ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to. Commission file number 000-15

Subsidiaries of the Registrant.

EXHIBIT 21.1 CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. SUBSIDIARIES OF THE REGISTRANT Below is a list of all of the Registrant’s subsidiaries as of January 31, 2025, and the state or country in which each is incorporated or organized. All of the Registrant’s subsidiaries are wholly owned by the Registrant: Apex Semiconductor Inc. Delaware, U.S.A. Apex Semiconductor Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. Malaysia APEXSEMICONDUCTOR

Description of the Registrant’s Securities Registered Pursuant to Section 12 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.

EXHIBIT 4.4 DESCRIPTION OF THE REGISTRANT’S SECURITIES REGISTERED PURSUANT TO SECTION 12 OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 The following description of the capital stock of Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (“Cadence,” “we,” “us” or “our”) is based upon our restated certificate of incorporation (“Restated Certificate of Incorporation”), our amended and restated bylaws (“Amended and Restated Bylaws

The Registrant's Securities Trading Policy

EXHIBIT 19.1 Securities Trading Policy for Cadence Design Systems, Inc. and All of Its Subsidiaries Introduction Cadence has adopted this Securities Trading Policy (this “Policy”) regarding transactions involving Cadence securities and the securities of certain other companies. Cadence encourages participation in the company’s future through ownership of its securities. However, along with the ben

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K/A (Amendment No. 1) CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): February 18,

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K/A (Amendment No. 1) CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): February 18, 2025 CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 000-15867 00-0000000 (State or Other Jurisdiction of

CADENCE REPORTS FOURTH QUARTER AND FISCAL YEAR 2024

Exhibit 99.02 CADENCE REPORTS FOURTH QUARTER AND FISCAL YEAR 2024 CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. CFO COMMENTARY Key Takeaways for 2024 • Record year-end backlog of $6.8B and current RPO of $3.4B • Revenue growth of 13.5% • Non-GAAP operating margin of 42.5% Q1 2025 Outlook • Revenue: $1.23 billion - $1.25 billion • GAAP operating margin: 27% - 28% • Non-GAAP operating margin: 40% - 41% • GAAP EPS: $

CADENCE REPORTS FOURTH QUARTER AND FISCAL YEAR 2024

Exhibit 99.02 CADENCE REPORTS FOURTH QUARTER AND FISCAL YEAR 2024 CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. CFO COMMENTARY Key Takeaways for 2024 • Record year-end backlog of $6.8B and current RPO of $3.4B • Revenue growth of 13.5% • Non-GAAP operating margin of 42.5% Q1 2025 Outlook • Revenue: $1.23 billion - $1.25 billion • GAAP operating margin: 27% - 28% • Non-GAAP operating margin: 40% - 41% • GAAP EPS: $

Cadence Reports Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2024 Financial Results Record Backlog of $6.8 Billion Exceeded Q4 and 2024 Outlook for Revenue and EPS

Exhibit 99.01 Cadence Reports Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2024 Financial Results Record Backlog of $6.8 Billion Exceeded Q4 and 2024 Outlook for Revenue and EPS SAN JOSE, Calif. — February 18, 2025 — Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (Nasdaq: CDNS) today announced results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year 2024. Fourth Quarter 2024 Financial Results •Revenue of $1.356 billion, compared to revenu

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): February 18, 2025 CADENCE DESIGN

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): February 18, 2025 CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 000-15867 00-0000000 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Com

Cadence Appoints Moshe Gavrielov to Board of Directors

For more information, please contact: Cadence Newsroom 408-944-7039 newsroom@cadence.

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): December 12, 2024 CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 000-15867 00-0000000 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Com

Filing Fee Table.

Exhibit 107.1 Calculation of Filing Fee Table Form S-8 (Form Type) Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Table 1: Newly Registered Securities Security Type Security Class Title Fee Calculation Rule Amount Registered (1) Proposed Maximum Offering Price Per Share Maximum Aggregate Offering Price Fee Rate Amount of Registration Fee Equity Common Stock, $0

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on October 29, 2024

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on October 29, 2024 Registration No.

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2024 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number 000-15867 CADENC

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): October 28, 2024 CADENCE DESIGN S

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): October 28, 2024 CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 000-15867 00-0000000 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Comm

Cadence Reports Third Quarter 2024 Financial Results Exceeded Q3 guidance for revenue and operating margin On track to deliver strong second half Raising midpoint of 2024 non-GAAP EPS outlook to $5.90

Exhibit 99.01 Cadence Reports Third Quarter 2024 Financial Results Exceeded Q3 guidance for revenue and operating margin On track to deliver strong second half Raising midpoint of 2024 non-GAAP EPS outlook to $5.90 SAN JOSE, Calif. — October 28, 2024 — Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (Nasdaq: CDNS) today announced results for the third quarter of 2024. Third Quarter 2024 Financial Results •Revenue of

Q3 2024 KEY METRICS

Exhibit 99.02 CADENCE REPORTS THIRD QUARTER 2024 CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. CFO COMMENTARY Key Takeaways • Q3 revenue growth of ~19% year-over-year • Q3 non-GAAP operating margin of 45% • Raising midpoint of 2024 non-GAAP EPS outlook to $5.90 Q4 2024 Outlook • Revenue: $1.325 billion - $1.365 billion • GAAP operating margin: 33.2% - 34.2% • Non-GAAP operating margin: 45.2% - 46.2% • GAAP EPS: $1

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Creation of a Direct Financial Obligation or an Obligation under an Off-Balance Sheet Arrangement of a Registrant

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): September 10, 2024 CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 000-15867 00-0000000 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Co

First Supplemental Indenture, dated as of September 10, 2024, by and between Cadence Design Systems, Inc. and U.S. Bank Trust Company, National Association, as trustee (including the Form of 4.200% Senior Notes due 2027, the Form of 4.300% Senior Notes due 2029 and the Form of 4.700% Senior Notes due 2034).

Exhibit 4.2 FIRST SUPPLEMENTAL INDENTURE THIS FIRST SUPPLEMENTAL INDENTURE, dated as of September 10, 2024 (the “Supplemental Indenture”), is between CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC., a Delaware corporation (the “Company”), and U.S. BANK TRUST COMPANY, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, as trustee (the “Trustee”), to the Indenture (as defined below). RECITALS WHEREAS, the Company and the Trustee executed and deliv

Base Indenture, dated as of September 10, 2024, by and between Cadence Design Systems, Inc. and U.S. Bank Trust Company, National Association, as trustee.

Exhibit 4.1 CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. INDENTURE Dated as of September 10, 2024 U.S. BANK TRUST COMPANY, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Trustee TABLE OF CONTENTS Page ARTICLE I. DEFINITIONS AND INCORPORATION BY REFERENCE 1 Section 1.1. Definitions 1 Section 1.2. Other Definitions 4 Section 1.3. Incorporation by Reference of Trust Indenture Act 4 Section 1.4. Rules of Construction 5 ARTICLE II. THE SECURIT

$2,500,000,000 CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. $500,000,000 4.200% Senior Notes due 2027 $1,000,000,000 4.300% Senior Notes due 2029 $1,000,000,000 4.700% Senior Notes due 2034

Table of Contents Filed pursuant to Rule 424(b)(2) Registration No. 333-281898 PROSPECTUS SUPPLEMENT (To prospectus dated September 3, 2024) $2,500,000,000 CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. $500,000,000 4.200% Senior Notes due 2027 $1,000,000,000 4.300% Senior Notes due 2029 $1,000,000,000 4.700% Senior Notes due 2034 We are offering $500,000,000 aggregate principal amount of our 4.200% Senior Notes du

Calculation of Filing Fee Tables (Form Type) Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Table 1: Newly Registered and Carry Forward Securities

Exhibit 107.1 Calculation of Filing Fee Tables 424(b)(2) (Form Type) Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Table 1: Newly Registered and Carry Forward Securities Security  Type Security Class Title Fee Calculation or Carry Forward Rule Amount Registered Proposed Maximum  Offering Price Per Unit Maximum Aggregate  Offering Price Fee Rate Amount of Regis

Underwriting Agreement, dated September 4, 2024, among Cadence Design Systems, Inc. and J.P. Morgan Securities LLC, BofA Securities, Inc. and HSBC Securities (USA) Inc., as representatives of the several underwriters named in Schedule I thereto.

Exhibit 1.1 $2,500,000,000 Cadence Design Systems, Inc. 4.200% Notes due 2027 4.300% Notes due 2029 4.700% Notes due 2034 Underwriting Agreement September 4, 2024 J.P. Morgan Securities LLC BofA Securities, Inc. HSBC Securities (USA) Inc. As Representatives of the several Underwriters listed in Schedule 1 hereto c/o J.P. Morgan Securities LLC 383 Madison Avenue New York, New York 10179 c/o BofA Se

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): September 4, 2024 CADENCE DESIGN

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): September 4, 2024 CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 000-15867 00-0000000 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Com

Subject to Completion, Dated September 4, 2024

Table of Contents Filed pursuant to Rule 424(b)(5) Registration No. 333-281898 Subject to Completion, Dated September 4, 2024 The information in this preliminary prospectus supplement is not complete and may be changed. This preliminary prospectus supplement and the accompanying prospectus are not an offer to sell these securities, nor a solicitation of an offer to buy these securities, in any jur

CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. Pricing Term Sheet September 4, 2024 Issuer: Cadence Design Systems, Inc. Ratings*: Moody’s: A3/Stable S&P: BBB+/Positive Fitch: A-/Stable Trade Date: September 4, 2024 Settlement**: T+4; September 10, 2024 Denominations:

Filed Pursuant to Rule 433 Registration Statement No. 333- 281898 Issuer Free Writing Prospectus dated September 4, 2024 Relating to Preliminary Prospectus Supplement dated September 4, 2024 CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. Pricing Term Sheet September 4, 2024 Issuer: Cadence Design Systems, Inc. Ratings*: Moody’s: A3/Stable S&P: BBB+/Positive Fitch: A-/Stable Trade Date: September 4, 2024 Settlement*

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on September 3, 2024

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on September 3, 2024 Registration No.

Filing Fee Table.

Exhibit 107.1 Calculation of Filing Fee Tables Form S-3ASR (Form Type) Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Table 1: Newly Registered and Carry Forward Securities Security Type Security Class Title Fee Calculation or Carry Forward Rule Amount Registered Proposed Maximum Offering Price Per Unit Maximum Aggregate Offering Price Fee Rate Amount of Regist

Statement of Eligibility on Form T-1 under the Trust Indenture Act of 1939, as amended, of U.S. Bank Trust Company, National Association, as trustee under the indenture filed as Exhibit 4.1 above.

Exhibit 25.1 SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM T-1 STATEMENT OF ELIGIBILITY UNDER THE TRUST INDENTURE ACT OF 1939 OF A CORPORATION DESIGNATED TO ACT AS TRUSTEE ☐ Check if an Application to Determine Eligibility of a Trustee Pursuant to Section 305(b)(2) U.S. BANK TRUST COMPANY, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION (Exact name of Trustee as specified in its charter) 91-1821036 (I.R.S.

Form of Indenture.

Exhibit 4.1 CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. INDENTURE Dated as of , 20 U.S. BANK TRUST COMPANY, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Trustee TABLE OF CONTENTS Page ARTICLE I. DEFINITIONS AND INCORPORATION BY REFERENCE 1    Section 1.1. Definitions 1 Section 1.2. Other Definitions 4 Section 1.3. Incorporation by Reference of Trust Indenture Act 4 Section 1.4. Rules of Construction 5 ARTICLE II. THE SECURITIES 5 Secti

Credit Agreement, dated August 14, 2024, by and among the Registrant, Bank of America, N.A., as a lender and administrative agent, the other lenders and issuing banks party thereto and BofA Securities, Inc., JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. and HSBC Bank USA, National Association, as joint lead arrangers and joint bookrunners.

Execution Version Published Deal CUSIP: 12738MAN5 Published Facility CUSIP: 12738MAP0 CREDIT AGREEMENT Dated as of August 14, 2024 among CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC.

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): August 14, 2024 CADENCE DESIGN SY

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): August 14, 2024 CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 000-15867 00-0000000 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commi

First Amendment to Loan Agreement, dated August 14, 2024, with respect to that certain Loan Agreement, dated September 7, 2022, by and among the Registrant, Bank of America, N.A. and the other lenders party thereto.

Execution Version FIRST AMENDMENT TO LOAN AGREEMENT This FIRST AMENDMENT TO LOAN AGREEMENT (this “Agreement”) dated as of August 14, 2024 (the “First Amendment Effective Date”) is entered into among Cadence Design Systems, Inc.

First Amendment to Loan Agreement, dated August 14, 2024, with respect to that certain Loan Agreement, dated May 30, 2024, by and among the Registrant, Bank of America, N.A. and the other lenders party thereto.

Execution Version FIRST AMENDMENT TO LOAN AGREEMENT This FIRST AMENDMENT TO LOAN AGREEMENT (this “Agreement”) dated as of August 14, 2024 (the “First Amendment Effective Date”) is entered into among Cadence Design Systems, Inc.

Form of Restricted Stock Unit Agreement for Non-Executive Employees and Consultants, as currently in effect under the Registrant’s Omnibus Equity Incentive Plan.

Exhibit 10.3 CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. Restricted Stock Unit Agreement Omnibus Equity Incentive Plan (the “Plan”) Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (the “Company”) grants the participant named below (the “Participant”) Restricted Stock Units pursuant to the Plan as set forth below (the “Award”). Each Restricted Stock Unit represents the right to receive one Share (as adjusted from time to time pursu

en the Registrant and Neil Zaman

Exhibit 10.4 TRANSITION AND RELEASE AGREEMENT This Transition and Release Agreement (this “Agreement”) is entered into between Neil Zaman (“Executive”) and Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (“Cadence” or the “Company”). This Agreement is subject to the terms of the Cadence Design Systems, Inc. Executive Severance Plan (this “Plan”) except to the extent of any inconsistency, in which case the terms of t

Agreement for Non-Executive Employees and Consultants, as currently in effect under the Registrant's Omnibus Equity Incentive Plan

Exhibit 10.2 CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. Incentive Stock Award Agreement Omnibus Equity Incentive Plan (the “Plan”) Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (the “Company”) grants the participant named below (the “Participant”) an Incentive Stock Award pursuant to the Plan as set forth below (the “Award”). This Award is subject to the terms and conditions set forth in this Incentive Stock Award Agreement, in

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2024 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number 000-15867 CADENCE DES

Q2 2024 KEY METRICS

Exhibit 99.02 CADENCE REPORTS SECOND QUARTER 2024 CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. CFO COMMENTARY Key Takeaways • Annual revenue growth outlook is now 13%, including $40 million from BETA CAE at the midpoint • Annual non-GAAP operating margin outlook remains 42.5% • Q2 ending backlog remains ~$6.0B Q3 2024 Outlook • Revenue: $1.165 billion - $1.195 billion • GAAP operating margin: 27.7% - 29.3% • Non-

Cadence Reports Second Quarter 2024 Financial Results Second Quarter Backlog of $6.0 Billion Updating 2024 Revenue Outlook to 13% YoY Growth

Exhibit 99.01 Cadence Reports Second Quarter 2024 Financial Results Second Quarter Backlog of $6.0 Billion Updating 2024 Revenue Outlook to 13% YoY Growth SAN JOSE, Calif. — July 22, 2024 — Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (Nasdaq: CDNS) today announced results for the second quarter of 2024. Second Quarter 2024 Financial Results •Revenue of $1.061 billion, compared to revenue of $977 million in Q2 20

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): July 22, 2024 CADENCE DESIGN SYST

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): July 22, 2024 CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 000-15867 00-0000000 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commiss

Filing Fee Table.

Exhibit 107.1 Calculation of Filing Fee Tables Form S-3 (Form Type) Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Table 1: Newly Registered and Carry Forward Securities Security Type Security Class Title Fee Calculation or Carry Forward Rule Amount Registered Proposed Maximum Offering Price Per Unit(2) Maximum Aggregate Offering Price(2) Fee Rate Amount of Reg

Cadence Design Systems, Inc.

Cadence Design Systems, Inc. 2655 Seely Avenue, Building 5 San Jose, CA 95134 June 5, 2024 Via EDGAR U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Division of Corporation Finance 100 F Street, N.E. Washington, D.C. 20549 Re: Cadence Design Systems, Inc. Request for Withdrawal Registration Statement on Form S-3 (File No. 333-279960) Ladies and Gentlemen: Pursuant to Rule 477 promulgated under the Securit

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on June 5, 2024

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on June 5, 2024 Registration No.

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on June 5, 2024

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on June 5, 2024 Registration No.

Filing Fee Table.

Exhibit 107.1 Calculation of Filing Fee Tables Form S-3 (Form Type) Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Table 1: Newly Registered and Carry Forward Securities Security Type Security Class Title Fee Calculation or Carry Forward Rule Amount Registered Proposed Maximum Offering Price Per Unit(2) Maximum Aggregate Offering Price(2) Fee Rate Amount of Reg

, 2024, by and among Cadence Design Systems, Inc., Bank of America, N.A. and the other lenders party thereto.

Exhibit 10.1 Execution Version Deal CUSIP: 12738MAL9 Facility CUSIP: 12738MAM7 LOAN AGREEMENT Dated as of May 30, 2024 among CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC., as the Borrower, BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., as Administrative Agent, and THE LENDERS PARTY HERETO Arranged By: BOFA SECURITIES, INC., HSBC BANK USA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION and JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A., as Joint Lead Arrangers and Joint Bookrunners 13

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): May 30, 2024 CADENCE DESIGN SYSTE

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): May 30, 2024 CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 000-15867 00-0000000 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commissi

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM SD Specialized Disclosure Report Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM SD Specialized Disclosure Report Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 000-15867 00-0000000 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization) (Commission File Number) (IRS Employer Identification No.) 2655 Seely Avenue, Building 5, San Jose, California 95

Conflict Minerals Report as required by Items 1.

Exhibit 1.01 Cadence Design Systems, Inc. Conflict Minerals Report For the Year Ended December 31, 2023 This Conflict Minerals Report (the “Report”) for the year ended December 31, 2023 is presented to comply with Rule 13p-1 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Rule”). Introduction Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (referred to as “Cadence,” “we” and “our” in this Report) enables

The Registrant’s Restated Certificate of Incorporation, as filed with the Secretary of State of the State of Delaware on May 3, 2024.

AMENDMENT TO AND RESTATEMENT OF RESTATED CERTIFICATE OF INCORPORATION OF CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC.

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Material Modification to Rights of Security Holders, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): May 2, 2024 CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 000-15867 00-0000000 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commissio

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A (RULE 14a-101) SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant To Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A (RULE 14a-101) SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant To Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Ru

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2024 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number 000-15867 CADENCE DE

hare Purchase Agreement related to BETA CAE Systems Inter

Exhibit 2.1 Execution Version CERTAIN CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS DOCUMENT, MARKED BY [***], HAS BEEN OMITTED BECAUSE IT IS BOTH (I) NOT MATERIAL AND (II) TREATED AS PRIVATE OR CONFIDENTIAL BY THE REGISTRANT. 2 March 2024 THE SELLERS details of whom are set out in Schedule 1 and CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. (as Buyer) and NAMID LTD (as the Seller Representative) SHARE PURCHASE AGREE

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K/A (Amendment No. 1) CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): April 22, 202

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K/A (Amendment No. 1) CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): April 22, 2024 CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 000-15867 00-0000000 (State or Other Jurisdiction of In

CADENCE REPORTS FIRST QUARTER

Exhibit 99.02 CADENCE REPORTS FIRST QUARTER 2024 CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. CFO COMMENTARY Key Takeaways • Record Q1 bookings and record Q1 backlog of approximately $6.0 billion • Raising 2024 revenue outlook • The pending acquisition of BETA CAE is not included in Cadence's outlook Q2 2024 Outlook • Revenue : $1.03 billion - $1.05 billion • GAAP operating margin: 26.5% - 27.5% • Non-GAAP operat

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): April 22, 2024 CADENCE DESIGN SYS

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): April 22, 2024 CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 000-15867 00-0000000 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commis

Cadence Reports First Quarter 2024 Financial Results Record First Quarter Backlog of $6.0 Billion and cRPO of $3.1 Billion Raising 2024 Revenue Outlook

Exhibit 99.01 Cadence Reports First Quarter 2024 Financial Results Record First Quarter Backlog of $6.0 Billion and cRPO of $3.1 Billion Raising 2024 Revenue Outlook SAN JOSE, Calif. — April 22, 2024 — Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (Nasdaq: CDNS) today announced results for the first quarter of 2024. First Quarter 2024 Financial Results •Revenue of $1.009 billion, compared to revenue of $1.022 bill

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A (RULE 14a-101) SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant To Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A (RULE 14a-101) SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant To Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Ru

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A (RULE 14a-101) SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant To Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A (RULE 14a-101) SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant To Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for use of the Commission Only (

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A (RULE 14a-101) SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant To Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A (RULE 14a-101) SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant To Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for use of the

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A (RULE 14a-101) SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant To Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A (RULE 14a-101) SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant To Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☒ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for use of the Commission Only (

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 2, 2024 CADENCE DESIGN SYST

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 2, 2024 CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 000-15867 00-0000000 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commiss

Subsidiaries of the Registrant.

EXHIBIT 21.01 CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. SUBSIDIARIES OF THE REGISTRANT The Registrant's subsidiaries as of January 30, 2024, and the state or country in which each is incorporated or organized are as follows: Applied Wave Research Limited United Kingdom AWR LLC Delaware, U.S.A. Beijing Cadence Information Technology Co., Ltd. People's Republic of China Cadence Design (Israel) II, Ltd. Israel Ca

Exhibit 4.04

Exhibit 4.04 DESCRIPTION OF THE REGISTRANT’S SECURITIES REGISTERED PURSUANT TO SECTION 12 OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 The following description of the common stock of Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (“Cadence,” “we,” “us” or “our”) is based upon our restated certificate of incorporation (“Restated Certificate of Incorporation”), our amended and restated bylaws (“Amended and Restated Bylaws

Certification of the Registrant’s Chief Executive Officer, Anirudh Devgan, pursuant to Rule 13a-14 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.

Exhibit 31.01 CERTIFICATION OF CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER PURSUANT TO SECTION 302 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 I, Anirudh Devgan, certify that: 1.I have reviewed this Annual Report on Form 10-K of Cadence Design Systems, Inc.; 2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in li

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K (Mark One) ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to. Commission file number 000-15

Certification of the Registrant’s Chief Executive Officer, Anirudh Devgan, pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

Exhibit 32.01 CERTIFICATION OF CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 In connection with the Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023 of Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (the “Company”) as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date hereof (the “Report”), I, Anirudh

Certification of the Registrant’s Chief Financial Officer, John M. Wall, pursuant to Rule 13a-14 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.

Exhibit 31.02 CERTIFICATION OF CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER PURSUANT TO SECTION 302 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 I, John M. Wall, certify that: 1.I have reviewed this Annual Report on Form 10-K of Cadence Design Systems, Inc.; 2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in ligh

Certification of the Registrant’s Chief Financial Officer, John M. Wall, pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

Exhibit 32.02 CERTIFICATION OF CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 In connection with the Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023 of Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (the “Company”) as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date hereof (the “Report”), I, John M.

Consent of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm.

EXHIBIT 23.01 CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM We hereby consent to the incorporation by reference in the Registration Statements on Form S-8 (Nos. 333-275140, 333-240302, 333-232761, 333‑226294, 333‑226293, 333‑226292, 333‑219432, 333‑212669, 333‑204278, 333‑197579, 333‑195771, 333‑188449, 333‑184595, 333‑159486, 333‑150948, 333‑149877, 333‑145891, 333‑135003, 333‑132754,

for Recovery of Erroneously Awarded Compensation

CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. POLICY FOR RECOVERY OF ERRONEOUSLY AWARDED COMPENSATION Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (the “Company”) has adopted this Policy for Recovery of Erroneously Awarded Compensation (the “Policy”), effective as of October 2, 2023 (the “Effective Date”). Capitalized terms used in this Policy but not otherwise defined herein are defined in Section 11. 1.Persons Subject to Policy

CDNS / Cadence Design Systems, Inc. / VANGUARD GROUP INC - SCHEDULE 13G/A Passive Investment

SC 13G/A 1 tv0509-cadencedesignsystemsi.htm SCHEDULE 13G/A SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Schedule 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.: 13)* Name of issuer: Cadence Design Systems Inc Title of Class of Securities: Common Stock CUSIP Number: 127387108 Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement: December 29, 2023 Check the appropriate bo

Cadence Reports Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2023 Financial Results Fiscal Year 2023 Total Revenue Up 15% Year Over Year EPS Up Over 20% Year Over Year Record Backlog of $6.0 Billion and cRPO of $3.2 Billion

Exhibit 99.01 Cadence Reports Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2023 Financial Results Fiscal Year 2023 Total Revenue Up 15% Year Over Year EPS Up Over 20% Year Over Year Record Backlog of $6.0 Billion and cRPO of $3.2 Billion SAN JOSE, Calif. — February 12, 2024 — Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (Nasdaq: CDNS) today announced results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year 2023. Fourth Quarter 2023 Fina

CADENCE REPORTS FOURTH QUARTER AND FISCAL YEAR 2023

Exhibit 99.02 CADENCE REPORTS FOURTH QUARTER AND FISCAL YEAR 2023 CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. CFO COMMENTARY Key Takeaways for 2023 • Revenue growth of 15%, and EPS growth of >20% • A seventh consecutive year of >50% incremental non-GAAP operating margin, resulting in non-GAAP operating margin of 42% • Record year-end backlog of $6.0B and current RPO of $3.2B Q1 2024 Outlook • Revenue : $990 mill

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): February 12, 2024 CADENCE DESIGN

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): February 12, 2024 CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 000-15867 00-0000000 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Com

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): February 1, 2024 CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 000-15867 00-0000000 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Comm

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CERTAIN PORTIONS OF THIS LETTER HAVE BEEN OMITTED FROM THE VERSION FILED VIA EDGAR AND PROVIDED SEPARATELY TO THE U.

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): November 2, 2023 CADENCE DESIGN S

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): November 2, 2023 CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 000-15867 00-0000000 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Comm

The Registrant’s Amended and Restated Bylaws, effective as of November 2, 2023.

Exhibit 3.1 AMENDED AND RESTATED BYLAWS OF CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. A Delaware corporation ARTICLE I STOCKHOLDERS Section 1.1Place of Meetings. Meetings of the stockholders of Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (the “Corporation”) shall be held at such place, either within or without the State of Delaware, if any, as may be designated from time to time by the Board of Directors of the Corporation (t

Certification of the Registrant’s Chief Executive Officer, Anirudh Devgan, pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

Exhibit 32.01 CERTIFICATION OF CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 In connection with the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the fiscal quarter ended September 30, 2023 of Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (the “Company”) as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date hereof (the “Report”), I,

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): October 23, 2023 CADENCE DESIGN S

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): October 23, 2023 CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 000-15867 00-0000000 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Comm

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Filing Fee Table.

Exhibit 107 Calculation of Filing Fee Tables Form S-8 Cadence Design Systems, Inc.

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UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2023 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number 000-15867 CADENC

Consent of Cooley LLP (contained in Exhibit 5.01).

David Peinsipp +1 415 693 2177 [email protected] October 23, 2023 Cadence Design Systems, Inc. 2655 Seely Avenue, Building 5 San Jose, California 95134 Re: Registration on Form S-8 Ladies and Gentlemen: We have acted as counsel to Cadence Design Systems, Inc., a Delaware corporation (the “Company”), in connection with the filing of a registration statement on Form S-8 (the “Registration Stateme

Certification of the Registrant’s Chief Financial Officer, John M. Wall, pursuant to Rule 13a-14 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.

Exhibit 31.02 CERTIFICATION OF CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER PURSUANT TO SECTION 302 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 I, John M. Wall, certify that: 1.I have reviewed this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q of Cadence Design Systems, Inc.; 2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in l

Certification of the Registrant’s Chief Financial Officer, John M. Wall, pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

Exhibit 32.02 CERTIFICATION OF CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 In connection with the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the fiscal quarter ended September 30, 2023 of Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (the “Company”) as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date hereof (the “Report”), I,

Cadence Reports Third Quarter 2023 Financial Results

Exhibit 99.01 Cadence Reports Third Quarter 2023 Financial Results SAN JOSE, Calif. — October 23, 2023 — Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (Nasdaq: CDNS) today announced results for the third quarter of 2023. Cadence reported third quarter 2023 revenue of $1.023 billion, compared to revenue of $903 million for the same period in 2022. On a GAAP basis, Cadence achieved operating margin of 29 percent and

Q3 2023 KEY METRICS

Exhibit 99.02 CADENCE REPORTS THIRD QUARTER 2023 CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. CFO COMMENTARY Key Takeaways • Raising 2023 outlook for revenue. • Raising 2023 outlook for non-GAAP operating margin to 41.75%. • Raising 2023 outlook for non-GAAP EPS to $5.10 and GAAP EPS to $3.51. Q4 2023 Outlook • Revenue : $1.039 billion - $1.079 billion. • GAAP operating margin: ~31%. • Non-GAAP operating margin:

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Consent of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm.

CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM We hereby consent to the incorporation by reference in this Registration Statement on Form S-8 of Cadence Design Systems, Inc.

Form of Restricted Stock Unit Agreement for Non-Executive Employees and Consultants, as currently in effect under the Registrant's Omnibus Equity Incentive Plan.

CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. Restricted Stock Unit Agreement Omnibus Equity Incentive Plan (the “Plan”) Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (the “Company”) grants the participant named below (the “Participant”) Restricted Stock Units pursuant to the Plan as set forth below (the “Award”). Each Restricted Stock Unit represents the right to receive one Share (as adjusted from time to time pursuant to the Pl

Form of Incentive Stock Award Agreement for Non-Executive Employees and Consultants, as currently in effect under the Registrant's Omnibus Equity Incentive Plan.

CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. Incentive Stock Award Agreement Omnibus Equity Incentive Plan (the “Plan”) Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (the “Company”) grants the participant named below (the “Participant”) an Incentive Stock Award pursuant to the Plan as set forth below (the “Award”). This Award is subject to the terms and conditions set forth in this Incentive Stock Award Agreement, including the a

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on October 23, 2023

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on October 23, 2023 Registration No.

The Registrant’s Omnibus Equity Incentive Plan, as amended and restated.

CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. OMNIBUS EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN This Omnibus Equity Incentive Plan (the “Plan”) of Cadence Design Systems, Inc., a Delaware corporation (the “Company”), amends and restates in its entirety the Plan. Following the Effective Date, no additional Awards shall be granted under the prior plans that have been consolidated into the Plan (the “Prior Plans”), and all outstanding A

Certification of the Registrant’s Chief Executive Officer, Anirudh Devgan, pursuant to Rule 13a-14 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.

Exhibit 31.01 CERTIFICATION OF CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER PURSUANT TO SECTION 302 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 I, Anirudh Devgan, certify that: 1.I have reviewed this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q of Cadence Design Systems, Inc.; 2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in

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UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): August 2, 2023 CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 000-15867 00-0000000 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commis

Q2 2023 KEY METRICS

Exhibit 99.02 CADENCE REPORTS SECOND QUARTER 2023 CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. CFO COMMENTARY Key Takeaways • Exceeded key financial metrics for Q2. • Raising 2023 revenue outlook and increasing non-GAAP operating margin to 41.7%. • Raising 2023 outlook for non-GAAP EPS growth to 19%, a 3-year CAGR of 22%. Q3 2023 Outlook • Revenue : $990 million - $1.01 billion. • GAAP operating margin: ~29%. • N

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): July 24, 2023 CADENCE DESIGN SYST

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): July 24, 2023 CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 000-15867 00-0000000 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commiss

Certification of the Registrant’s Chief Financial Officer, John M. Wall, pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

Exhibit 32.02 CERTIFICATION OF CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 In connection with the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the fiscal quarter ended June 30, 2023 of Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (the “Company”) as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date hereof (the “Report”), I, John

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2023 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number 000-15867 CADENCE DES

Cadence Reports Second Quarter 2023 Financial Results

Exhibit 99.01 Cadence Reports Second Quarter 2023 Financial Results SAN JOSE, Calif. — July 24, 2023 — Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (Nasdaq: CDNS) today announced results for the second quarter of 2023. Cadence reported second quarter 2023 revenue of $977 million, compared to revenue of $858 million for the same period in 2022. On a GAAP basis, Cadence achieved operating margin of 31 percent and r

Certification of the Registrant’s Chief Executive Officer, Anirudh Devgan, pursuant to Rule 13a-14 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.

Exhibit 31.01 CERTIFICATION OF CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER PURSUANT TO SECTION 302 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 I, Anirudh Devgan, certify that: 1.I have reviewed this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q of Cadence Design Systems, Inc.; 2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in

Certification of the Registrant’s Chief Financial Officer, John M. Wall, pursuant to Rule 13a-14 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.

Exhibit 31.02 CERTIFICATION OF CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER PURSUANT TO SECTION 302 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 I, John M. Wall, certify that: 1.I have reviewed this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q of Cadence Design Systems, Inc.; 2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in l

Certification of the Registrant’s Chief Executive Officer, Anirudh Devgan, pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

Exhibit 32.01 CERTIFICATION OF CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 In connection with the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the fiscal quarter ended June 30, 2023 of Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (the “Company”) as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date hereof (the “Report”), I, Aniru

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): June 13, 2023 CADENCE DESIGN SYST

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): June 13, 2023 CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 000-15867 00-0000000 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commiss

Cadence Announces $200 Million Accelerated Share Repurchase Agreement

For more information, please contact: Cadence Investor Relations 408-944-7100 Investorrelations@cadence.

Conflict Minerals Report as required by Items 1.01 and 1.02 of this Form SD.

EX-1.01 2 ex101cdns05222023.htm EX-1.01 Exhibit 1.01 Cadence Design Systems, Inc. Conflict Minerals Report For the Year Ended December 31, 2022 This Conflict Minerals Report (the “Report”) for the year ended December 31, 2022 is presented to comply with Rule 13p-1 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Rule”). Introduction Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (referred to as “Cadence,

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM SD Specialized Disclosure Report Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM SD Specialized Disclosure Report Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 000-15867 00-0000000 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization) (Commission File Number) (IRS Employer Identification No.) 2655 Seely Avenue, Building 5, San Jose, California 95

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): May 4, 2023 CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEM

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): May 4, 2023 CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 000-15867 00-0000000 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commissio

Certification of the Registrant’s Chief Executive Officer, Anirudh Devgan, pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

Exhibit 32.01 CERTIFICATION OF CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 In connection with the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the fiscal quarter ended March 31, 2023 of Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (the “Company”) as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date hereof (the “Report”), I, Anir

Certification of the Registrant’s Chief Financial Officer, John M. Wall, pursuant to Rule 13a-14 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.

Exhibit 31.02 CERTIFICATION OF CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER PURSUANT TO SECTION 302 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 I, John M. Wall, certify that: 1.I have reviewed this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q of Cadence Design Systems, Inc.; 2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in l

Certification of the Registrant’s Chief Financial Officer, John M. Wall, pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

Exhibit 32.02 CERTIFICATION OF CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 In connection with the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the fiscal quarter ended March 31, 2023 of Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (the “Company”) as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date hereof (the “Report”), I, John

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): April 24, 2023 CADENCE DESIGN SYS

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): April 24, 2023 CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 000-15867 00-0000000 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commis

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

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Cadence Reports First Quarter 2023 Financial Results

Exhibit 99.01 Cadence Reports First Quarter 2023 Financial Results SAN JOSE, Calif. — April 24, 2023 — Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (Nasdaq: CDNS) today announced results for the first quarter of 2023. Cadence reported first quarter 2023 revenue of $1.022 billion, compared to revenue of $902 million for the same period in 2022. On a GAAP basis, Cadence achieved operating margin of 32 percent and r

Certification of the Registrant’s Chief Executive Officer, Anirudh Devgan, pursuant to Rule 13a-14 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.

Exhibit 31.01 CERTIFICATION OF CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER PURSUANT TO SECTION 302 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 I, Anirudh Devgan, certify that: 1.I have reviewed this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q of Cadence Design Systems, Inc.; 2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in

Q1 2023 KEY METRICS

Exhibit 99.02 CADENCE REPORTS FIRST QUARTER 2023 CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. CFO COMMENTARY Key Takeaways • Exceeded key financial metrics for Q1. • Raising 2023 outlook for revenue growth to 14%. • Raising 2023 outlook for non-GAAP operating margin to 41.5%. Q2 2023 Outlook • Revenue : $960 - $980 million. • GAAP operating margin: 29% - 30%. • Non-GAAP operating margin: 40%- 41%. • GAAP EPS: $0.

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A (RULE 14a-101) SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant To Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 1)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A (RULE 14a-101) SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant To Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 1) Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for use of the Commission Only (

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A (RULE 14a-101) SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant To Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )

DEFA14A UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A (RULE 14a-101) SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant To Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for use of the Commission

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Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): February 13, 2023 CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 000-15867 00-0000000 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Com

Certification of the Registrant’s Chief Financial Officer, John M. Wall, pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

Exhibit 32.02 CERTIFICATION OF CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 In connection with the Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2022 of Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (the “Company”) as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date hereof (the “Report”), I, John M.

Q4 2022 KEY METRICS

Exhibit 99.02 CADENCE REPORTS FOURTH QUARTER AND FISCAL YEAR 2022 CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. CFO COMMENTARY Key Takeaways for 2022 • All businesses performing well; 3-year revenue CAGR > 15%. • Non-GAAP Operating Margin >40%; GAAP Operating Margin >30%. • Non-GAAP EPS up ~30%; GAAP EPS up ~24%. Q1 2023 Outlook • Revenue : $1.00 - $1.02 billion. • GAAP operating margin: 31% - 32%. • Non-GAAP oper

Consent of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm.

EXHIBIT 23.01 CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM We hereby consent to the incorporation by reference in the Registration Statements on Form S-8 (Nos. 333-240302, 333-232761, 333‑226294, 333‑226293, 333‑226292, 333‑219432, 333‑212669, 333‑204278, 333‑197579, 333‑195771, 333‑194102, 333‑188452, 333‑188449, 333‑184595, 333‑174202, 333‑174201, 333‑174200, 333‑159486, 333‑150948,

Certification of the Registrant’s Chief Executive Officer, Anirudh Devgan, pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

Exhibit 32.01 CERTIFICATION OF CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 In connection with the Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2022 of Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (the “Company”) as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date hereof (the “Report”), I, Anirudh

Subsidiaries of the Registrant.

EXHIBIT 21.01 CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. SUBSIDIARIES OF THE REGISTRANT The Registrant's subsidiaries as of January 1, 2023 and the state or country in which each is incorporated or organized are as follows: Applied Wave Research Limited United Kingdom AWR Japan KK Japan AWR LLC Delaware, U.S.A. Beijing Cadence Information Technology Co., Ltd. People's Republic of China Cadence Design (Israel) I

Certification of the Registrant’s Chief Executive Officer, Anirudh Devgan, pursuant to Rule 13a-14 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.

Exhibit 31.01 CERTIFICATION OF CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER PURSUANT TO SECTION 302 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 I, Anirudh Devgan, certify that: 1.I have reviewed this Annual Report on Form 10-K of Cadence Design Systems, Inc.; 2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in li

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K (Mark One) ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2022 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to. Commission file number 000-15

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): February 8, 2023 CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 000-15867 00-0000000 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Comm

Certification of the Registrant’s Chief Financial Officer, John M. Wall, pursuant to Rule 13a-14 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.

Exhibit 31.02 CERTIFICATION OF CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER PURSUANT TO SECTION 302 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 I, John M. Wall, certify that: 1.I have reviewed this Annual Report on Form 10-K of Cadence Design Systems, Inc.; 2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in ligh

Cadence Reports Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2022 Financial Results

Exhibit 99.01 Cadence Reports Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2022 Financial Results SAN JOSE, Calif. — February 13, 2023 — Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (Nasdaq: CDNS) today announced results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year 2022. Cadence reported 2022 revenue of $3.562 billion, compared to revenue of $2.988 billion for 2021. On a GAAP basis, Cadence achieved operating margin of 30 percent an

CDNS / Cadence Design Systems Inc / VANGUARD GROUP INC - SCHEDULE 13G/A Passive Investment

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Schedule 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.: 12)* Name of issuer: Cadence Design Systems Inc. Title of Class of Securities: Common Stock CUSIP Number: 127387108 Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement: December 30, 2022 Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which this Schedule is

CDNS / Cadence Design Systems Inc / MASSACHUSETTS FINANCIAL SERVICES CO /MA/ - SEC SCHEDULE 13G Passive Investment

SC 13G/A 1 SEC13GFiling.htm SEC SCHEDULE 13G UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 8 )* CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 127387108 (CUSIP Number) December 30, 2022 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropria

Certification of the Registrant’s Chief Executive Officer, Anirudh Devgan, pursuant to Rule 13a-14 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.

Exhibit 31.01 CERTIFICATION OF CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER PURSUANT TO SECTION 302 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 I, Anirudh Devgan, certify that: 1.I have reviewed this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q of Cadence Design Systems, Inc.; 2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in

Certification of the Registrant’s Chief Executive Officer, Anirudh Devgan, pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

Exhibit 32.01 CERTIFICATION OF CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 In connection with the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the fiscal quarter ended October 1, 2022 of Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (the “Company”) as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date hereof (the “Report”), I, Ani

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): October 24, 2022 CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 000-15867 00-0000000 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Comm

Cadence Reports Third Quarter 2022 Financial Results

Exhibit 99.01 Cadence Reports Third Quarter 2022 Financial Results SAN JOSE, Calif. ? October 24, 2022 ? Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (Nasdaq: CDNS) today announced results for the third quarter of 2022. Cadence reported third quarter 2022 revenue of $903 million, compared to revenue of $751 million for the same period in 2021. On a GAAP basis, Cadence achieved operating margin of 29 percent and r

Certification of the Registrant’s Chief Financial Officer, John M. Wall, pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

Exhibit 32.02 CERTIFICATION OF CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 In connection with the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the fiscal quarter ended October 1, 2022 of Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (the “Company”) as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date hereof (the “Report”), I, Joh

Form of Restricted Stock Unit Agreement for Non-Executive Employees and Consultants, as currently in effect under the Registrant’s Omnibus Equity Incentive Plan.

CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. Restricted Stock Unit Agreement Omnibus Equity Incentive Plan (the ?Plan?) Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (the ?Company?) grants the participant named below (the ?Participant?) Restricted Stock Units pursuant to the Plan as set forth below (the ?Award?). Each Restricted Stock Unit represents the right to receive one Share (as adjusted from time to time pursuant to the Pl

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ? QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended October 1, 2022 OR ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number 000-15867 CADENCE D

Q3 2022 KEY METRICS

Exhibit 99.02 CADENCE REPORTS THIRD QUARTER 2022 CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. CFO COMMENTARY Key Takeaways ? Exceeded all financial metrics for Q3. ? Raising FY 2022 outlook for revenue growth and non-GAAP operating margin to 18.5% and 40.2%, respectively; resulting in non-GAAP EPS growth of 28.3%. ? FY 2022 outlook includes latest China export controls. ? OpenEye acquisition closed on August 31st

Certification of the Registrant’s Chief Financial Officer, John M. Wall, pursuant to Rule 13a-14 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.

Exhibit 31.02 CERTIFICATION OF CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER PURSUANT TO SECTION 302 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 I, John M. Wall, certify that: 1.I have reviewed this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q of Cadence Design Systems, Inc.; 2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in l

Form of Incentive Stock Award Agreement for Non-Executive Employees and Consultants, as currently in effect under the Registrant’s Omnibus Equity Incentive Plan.

CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. Incentive Stock Award Agreement Omnibus Equity Incentive Plan (the ?Plan?) Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (the ?Company?) grants the participant named below (the ?Participant?) an Incentive Stock Award pursuant to the Plan as set forth below (the ?Award?). This Award is subject to the terms and conditions set forth in this Incentive Stock Award Agreement, including the c

Amendments to Articles of Incorporation or Bylaws; Change in Fiscal Year, Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Creation of a Direct Financial Obligation or an Obligation under an Off-Balance Sheet Arrangement of a Registrant

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): September 7, 2022 CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 000-15867 00-0000000 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Com

First Amendment to Credit Agreement, dated September 7, 2022, by and among the Registrant, Bank of America, N.A. and other lenders party thereto

Execution Version FIRST AMENDMENT TO CREDIT AGREEMENT This FIRST AMENDMENT TO CREDIT AGREEMENT (this ?Agreement?) dated as of September 7, 2022 (the ?First Amendment Effective Date?) is entered into among Cadence Design Systems, Inc.

Loan Agreement, dated September 7, 2022, by and among the Registrant, Bank of America, N.A., and other lenders party thereto.

Execution Version Deal CUSIP: 12738MAJ4 Facility CUSIP: 12738MAK1 LOAN AGREEMENT Dated as of September 7, 2022 among CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC.

Cadence Completes Acquisition of OpenEye Scientific

Media Contacts: Cadence Newsroom 408-944-7039 [email protected] OpenEye Scientific Marshall Poindexter 617-849-8670 [email protected] Cadence Completes Acquisition of OpenEye Scientific SAN JOSE, Calif., and SANTA FE, N.M., September 1, 2022?Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (Nasdaq: CDNS) announced today that it has completed the acquisition of OpenEye Scientific Software, Inc. (?OpenEye?). Th

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): August 31, 2022 CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 000-15867 00-0000000 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commi

Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): August 11, 2022 CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 000-15867 00-0000000 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commi

Q2 2022 KEY METRICS

Exhibit 99.02 CADENCE REPORTS SECOND QUARTER 2022 CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. CFO COMMENTARY Key Takeaways ? Exceeded all financial metrics for Q2. ? Raising FY 2022 outlook for revenue growth and non-GAAP operating margin to 16.8% and 39.75%, respectively; resulting in non-GAAP EPS growth of 24.3%. ? FY 2022 outlook includes the recently closed Future Facilities acquisition and pending OpenEye a

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): July 25, 2022 CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 000-15867 00-0000000 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commiss

Certification of the Registrant’s Chief Executive Officer, Anirudh Devgan, pursuant to Rule 13a-14 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.

Exhibit 31.01 CERTIFICATION OF CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER PURSUANT TO SECTION 302 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 I, Anirudh Devgan, certify that: 1.I have reviewed this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q of Cadence Design Systems, Inc.; 2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ? QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended July 2, 2022 OR ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number 000-15867 CADENCE DESI

Certification of the Registrant’s Chief Financial Officer, John M. Wall, pursuant to Rule 13a-14 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.

Exhibit 31.02 CERTIFICATION OF CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER PURSUANT TO SECTION 302 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 I, John M. Wall, certify that: 1.I have reviewed this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q of Cadence Design Systems, Inc.; 2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in l

Certification of the Registrant’s Chief Financial Officer, John M. Wall, pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

Exhibit 32.02 CERTIFICATION OF CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 In connection with the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the fiscal quarter ended July 2, 2022 of Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (the “Company”) as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date hereof (the “Report”), I, John M

Certification of the Registrant’s Chief Executive Officer, Anirudh Devgan, pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

Exhibit 32.01 CERTIFICATION OF CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 In connection with the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the fiscal quarter ended July 2, 2022 of Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (the “Company”) as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date hereof (the “Report”), I, Anirud

Cadence Reports Second Quarter 2022 Financial Results

Exhibit 99.01 Cadence Reports Second Quarter 2022 Financial Results SAN JOSE, Calif. ? July 25, 2022 ? Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (Nasdaq: CDNS) today announced results for the second quarter of 2022. Cadence reported second quarter 2022 revenue of $858 million, compared to revenue of $728 million for the same period in 2021. On a GAAP basis, Cadence achieved operating margin of 33 percent and r

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): June 21, 2022 CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 000-15867 00-0000000 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commiss

Cadence Announces $100 Million Accelerated Share Repurchase Agreement

For more information, please contact: Cadence Investor Relations 408-944-7100 Investorrelations@cadence.

Conflict Minerals Report as required by Items 1.01 and 1.02 of this Form SD.

EXHIBIT 1.01 Cadence Design Systems, Inc. Conflict Minerals Report For the Year Ended December 31, 2021 This Conflict Minerals Report (the ?Report?) for the year ended December 31, 2021 is presented to comply with Rule 13p-1 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the ?Rule?). Introduction Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (referred to as ?Cadence,? ?we? and ?our? in this Report) enables

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM SD Specialized Disclosure Report Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM SD Specialized Disclosure Report Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 000-15867 00-0000000 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization) (Commission File Number) (IRS Employer Identification No.) 2655 Seely Avenue, Building 5, San Jose, California 95

Other Events, Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): May 5, 2022 CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 000-15867 00-0000000 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commissio

Certification of the Registrant’s Chief Financial Officer, John M. Wall, pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

Exhibit 32.02 CERTIFICATION OF CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 In connection with the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the fiscal quarter ended April 2, 2022 of Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (the ?Company?) as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date hereof (the ?Report?), I, John

Q1 2022 KEY METRICS

Exhibit 99.02 CADENCE REPORTS FIRST QUARTER 2022 CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. CFO COMMENTARY Key Takeaways ? Q1 results exceeded expectations for key financial metrics, with backlog > $5 billion. ? Raising FY 2022 outlook; expect revenue growth and non-GAAP operating margin to exceed 14% and 39%, respectively, for FY 2022. ? As a result, 3-year revenue CAGR projected to exceed 13% and on track to

Certification of the Registrant’s Chief Financial Officer, John M. Wall, pursuant to Rule 13a-14 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.

Exhibit 31.02 CERTIFICATION OF CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER PURSUANT TO SECTION 302 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 I, John M. Wall, certify that: 1.I have reviewed this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q of Cadence Design Systems, Inc.; 2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in l

Cadence Reports First Quarter 2022 Financial Results

Exhibit 99.01 Cadence Reports First Quarter 2022 Financial Results SAN JOSE, Calif. ? April 25, 2022 ? Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (Nasdaq: CDNS) today announced results for the first quarter of 2022. Cadence reported first quarter 2022 revenue of $902 million, compared to revenue of $736 million for the same period in 2021. On a GAAP basis, Cadence achieved operating margin of 35 percent and rec

Certification of the Registrant’s Chief Executive Officer, Anirudh Devgan, pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

Exhibit 32.01 CERTIFICATION OF CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 In connection with the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the fiscal quarter ended April 2, 2022 of Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (the “Company”) as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date hereof (the “Report”), I, Aniru

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended April 2, 2022 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number 000-15867 CADENCE DES

Certification of the Registrant’s Chief Executive Officer, Anirudh Devgan, pursuant to Rule 13a-14 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.

Exhibit 31.01 CERTIFICATION OF CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER PURSUANT TO SECTION 302 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 I, Anirudh Devgan, certify that: 1.I have reviewed this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q of Cadence Design Systems, Inc.; 2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): April 25, 2022 CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 000-15867 00-0000000 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commis

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A (RULE 14a-101) SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant To Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )

DEFA14A 1 defa14acdns03312022.htm DEFA14A UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A (RULE 14a-101) SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant To Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confi

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A (RULE 14a-101) SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant To Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A (RULE 14a-101) SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant To Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ? Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ? Check the appropriate box: ? Preliminary Proxy Statement ? Confidential, for use of the

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A (RULE 14a-101) SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant To Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A (RULE 14a-101) SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant To Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ? Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ? Check the appropriate box: ? Preliminary Proxy Statement ? Confidential, for use of the Commission Only (a

, pursuant to Rule 13a-14 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.

Exhibit 31.01 CERTIFICATION OF CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER PURSUANT TO SECTION 302 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 I, Anirudh Devgan, certify that: 1.I have reviewed this Annual Report on Form 10-K of Cadence Design Systems, Inc.; 2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in li

Certification of the Registrant’s Chief Financial Officer, John M. Wall, pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

Exhibit 32.02 CERTIFICATION OF CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 In connection with the Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended January 1, 2022 of Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (the “Company”) as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date hereof (the “Report”), I, John M. W

Q4 2021 KEY METRICS

Exhibit 99.02 CADENCE REPORTS FOURTH QUARTER AND FISCAL YEAR 2021 CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. CFO COMMENTARY Key Takeaways ? Achieved revenue growth of 11% and non-GAAP operating margin of 37% in 2021. ? Operating cash flow for 2021 was $1.1 billion. ? FY 2022 outlook projects revenue growth of approximately 12% and non-GAAP operating margin of 38.25%. Q1 2022 Outlook ? Revenue : $850 - $870 mill

Subsidiaries of the Registrant

EXHIBIT 21.01 CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. SUBSIDIARIES OF THE REGISTRANT The Registrant?s subsidiaries as of January 1, 2022 and the state or country in which each is incorporated or organized are as follows: Applied Wave Research Limited United Kingdom AWR Japan KK Japan AWR LLC Delaware, U.S.A. Beijing Cadence Information Technology Co., Ltd. People?s Republic of China Cadence Design (Israel) I

Consent of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm.

EXHIBIT 23.01 Consent of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm We hereby consent to the incorporation by reference in the Registration Statements on Form S-8 (Nos. 333-240302, 333-232761, 333‑226294, 333‑226293, 333‑226292, 333‑219432, 333‑212669, 333‑204278, 333‑197579, 333‑195771, 333‑194102, 333‑188452, 333‑188449, 333‑184595, 333‑174202, 333‑174201, 333‑174200, 333‑159486, 333‑150948,

, pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

Exhibit 32.01 CERTIFICATION OF CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 In connection with the Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended January 1, 2022 of Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (the “Company”) as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date hereof (the “Report”), I, Anirudh D

Consent of KPMG LLP, Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm.

EXHIBIT 23.02 Consent of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm We consent to the incorporation by reference in the registration statements (Nos. 333-240302, 333-232761, 333-226294, 333-226293, 333-226292, 333-219432, 333-212669, 333-204278, 333-197579, 333-195771, 333-194102, 333-188452, 333-188449, 333-184595, 333-174202, 333-174201, 333-174200, 333-159486, 333-150948, 333-149877, 333-145

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K (Mark One) ? ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended January 1, 2022 OR ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to. Commission file number 000-1586

Certification of the Registrant’s Chief Financial Officer, John M. Wall, pursuant to Rule 13a-14 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.

Exhibit 31.02 CERTIFICATION OF CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER PURSUANT TO SECTION 302 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 I, John M. Wall, certify that: 1.I have reviewed this Annual Report on Form 10-K of Cadence Design Systems, Inc.; 2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in ligh

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): February 22, 2022 CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 000-15867 00-0000000 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Com

Description of the Registrant’s Securities Registered Pursuant to Section 12 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.

Exhibit 4.04 DESCRIPTION OF THE REGISTRANT?S SECURITIES REGISTERED PURSUANT TO SECTION 12 OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 The following description of the common stock of Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (?Cadence?) is based upon our restated certificate of incorporation (?Restated Certificate of Incorporation?), our amended and restated bylaws (?Amended and Restated Bylaws?) and applicable pro

Cadence Reports Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2021 Financial Results

Exhibit 99.01 Cadence Reports Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2021 Financial Results SAN JOSE, Calif. ? February 22, 2022 ? Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (Nasdaq: CDNS) today announced results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year 2021. Cadence reported 2021 revenue of $2.988 billion, compared to revenue of $2.683 billion for 2020. On a GAAP basis, Cadence achieved operating margin of 26 percent an

CDNS / Cadence Design Systems Inc / VANGUARD GROUP INC - SCHEDULE 13G/A Passive Investment

SC 13G/A 1 tv0490-cadencedesignsystemsi.htm SCHEDULE 13G/A SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Schedule 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.: 11)* Name of issuer: Cadence Design Systems Inc. Title of Class of Securities: Common Stock CUSIP Number: 127387108 Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement: December 31, 2021 Check the appropriate b

CDNS / Cadence Design Systems Inc / MASSACHUSETTS FINANCIAL SERVICES CO /MA/ - SEC SCHEDULE 13G Passive Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 7 )* CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 127387108 (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2021 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to whic

Cadence Appoints Mary Louise Krakauer to Board of Directors

Exhibit 99.01 For more information, please contact: Cadence Newsroom 408-944-7039 [email protected] Cadence Appoints Mary Louise Krakauer to Board of Directors SAN JOSE, Calif., January 31, 2022?Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (Nasdaq: CDNS) today announced the appointment of Mary Louise (ML) Krakauer to its board of directors, effective January 31, 2022. Ms. Krakauer currently serves on the board

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): January 31, 2022 CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 000-15867 00-0000000 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Comm

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): January 13, 2022 CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 000-15867 00-0000000 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Comm

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K/A (Amendment No. 1) CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): July 21, 2021 CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 000-15867 00-0000000 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Inc

Amended and Restated Employment Agreement, effective as of December 15, 2021, between the Registrant and Anirudh Devgan.

EXHIBIT 10.01 CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. AMENDED AND RESTATED EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT WITH ANIRUDH DEVGAN THIS AMENDED AND RESTATED EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT (this ?Agreement?), made effective as of December 15, 2021 (the ?Effective Date?), between CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC., a Delaware corporation (the ?Company?), and ANIRUDH DEVGAN (?Executive?), sets forth the employment terms between the parties.

Executive Chairman Agreement, effective as of December 15, 2021, between the Registrant and Lip-Bu Tan.

EXHIBIT 10.02 December 15, 2021 Mr. Lip-Bu Tan Cadence Design Systems, Inc. 2655 Seely Avenue, Building 5 San Jose, California 95134 Dear Lip-Bu: On behalf of Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (the ?Company?) and its Board of Directors (the ?Board?), I want to thank you for your many years of service to the Company, during which you have demonstrated remarkable leadership and made immeasurable contribu

Cadence Reports Third Quarter 2021 Financial Results

Exhibit 99.01 Cadence Reports Third Quarter 2021 Financial Results SAN JOSE, Calif. ? October 25, 2021 ? Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (Nasdaq: CDNS) today announced results for the third quarter of 2021. Cadence reported third quarter 2021 revenue of $751 million, compared to revenue of $667 million for the same period in 2020. On a GAAP basis, Cadence achieved operating margin of 26 percent and r

Q3 2021 KEY METRICS

Exhibit 99.02 CADENCE REPORTS THIRD QUARTER 2021 CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. CFO COMMENTARY Key Takeaways ? On track to achieve non-GAAP incremental margin of > 50% for the fifth year in a row. ? Now expecting double digit revenue growth and approximately 37% non-GAAP operating margin for 2021. ? FY 2021 operating cash flow expectations increased to approximately $1 billion. Q4 2021 Outlook ? Rev

Certification of the Registrant’s Chief Financial Officer, John M. Wall, pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

Exhibit 32.02 CERTIFICATION OF CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 In connection with the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the fiscal quarter ended October 2, 2021 of Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (the ?Company?) as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date hereof (the ?Report?), I, Joh

Certification of the Registrant’s Chief Executive Officer, Lip-Bu Tan, pursuant to Rule 13a-14 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.

Exhibit 31.01 CERTIFICATIONS I, Lip-Bu Tan, certify that: 1.I have reviewed this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q of Cadence Design Systems, Inc.; 2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with r

Certification of the Registrant’s Chief Financial Officer, John M. Wall, pursuant to Rule 13a-14 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.

Exhibit 31.02 CERTIFICATIONS I, John M. Wall, certify that: 1.I have reviewed this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q of Cadence Design Systems, Inc.; 2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): October 25, 2021 CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 000-15867 00-0000000 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Comm

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ? QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended October 2, 2021 OR ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number 000-15867 CADENCE D

Certification of the Registrant’s Chief Executive Officer, Lip-Bu Tan, pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

Exhibit 32.01 CERTIFICATION OF CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 In connection with the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the fiscal quarter ended October 2, 2021 of Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (the ?Company?) as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date hereof (the ?Report?), I, Lip

Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): August 4, 2021 CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 000-15867 00-0000000 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commis

Certification of the Registrant’s Chief Executive Officer, Lip-Bu Tan, pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

Exhibit 32.01 CERTIFICATION OF CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 In connection with the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the fiscal quarter ended July 3, 2021 of Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (the “Company”) as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date hereof (the “Report”), I, Lip-Bu

Q2 2021 KEY METRICS

Exhibit 99.02 CADENCE REPORTS SECOND QUARTER 2021 CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. CFO COMMENTARY Key Takeaways ? Raising FY 2021 revenue guidance to ~9.8% growth at midpoint. ? Raising FY 2021 non-GAAP operating margin guidance to ~36.4% at midpoint. ? Repurchased $220 million of Cadence stock in Q2. Q3 2021 Outlook ? Revenue : $730 - $750 million. ? GAAP operating margin: approximately 23%. ? Non-GA

Cadence Announces Anirudh Devgan to Become CEO in December 2021; Lip-Bu Tan to Transition to Role of Executive Chairman at That Time

Exhibit 99.1 For more information, please contact: Cadence Newsroom 408-944-7039 [email protected] Cadence Announces Anirudh Devgan to Become CEO in December 2021; Lip-Bu Tan to Transition to Role of Executive Chairman at That Time SAN JOSE, Calif., July 26, 2021? Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (Nasdaq: CDNS) today announced that its Chief Executive Officer Lip-Bu Tan, will transition to the role

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ? QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended July 3, 2021 OR ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number 000-15867 CADENCE DESI

Certification of the Registrant’s Chief Financial Officer, John M. Wall, pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

Exhibit 32.02 CERTIFICATION OF CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 In connection with the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the fiscal quarter ended July 3, 2021 of Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (the “Company”) as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date hereof (the “Report”), I, John M

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): July 21, 2021 CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 000-15867 00-0000000 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commiss

Cadence Reports Second Quarter 2021 Financial Results

Exhibit 99.01 Cadence Reports Second Quarter 2021 Financial Results SAN JOSE, Calif. ? July 26, 2021 ? Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (Nasdaq: CDNS) today announced results for the second quarter of 2021. Cadence reported second quarter 2021 revenue of $728 million, compared to revenue of $638 million for the same period in 2020. On a GAAP basis, Cadence achieved operating margin of 25 percent and r