KADENSA CAPITAL Ltd Boosts Stake in Cadence Design Systems

The investment firm increased its holdings in the software maker by 196% in the third quarter.

Mar. 16, 2026 at 11:51am

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According to a recent 13F filing, KADENSA CAPITAL Ltd raised its stake in Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ:CDNS) by 196% in the third quarter. The fund now owns 26,912 shares of the software maker's stock, valued at $9,453,000 at the end of the reporting period.

Why it matters

Cadence Design Systems is a leading provider of electronic design automation (EDA) software and services, used by semiconductor companies, original equipment manufacturers, and system designers globally. The increase in KADENSA CAPITAL's position suggests the firm sees continued growth potential in Cadence's business.

The details

KADENSA CAPITAL added 17,820 shares to its Cadence Design Systems holdings during the third quarter, bringing its total position to 26,912 shares. This represents a 196% increase from the prior quarter. Cadence Design Systems' stock has seen volatility in recent months, trading between a 52-week low of $221.56 and a high of $376.45.

  • KADENSA CAPITAL filed its 13F report for the third quarter of 2026 on March 16, 2026.

The players

KADENSA CAPITAL Ltd

An investment management firm that raised its stake in Cadence Design Systems by 196% in the third quarter of 2026.

Cadence Design Systems, Inc.

A global provider of electronic design automation (EDA) software, hardware, and intellectual property used to design and verify advanced semiconductor chips, systems-on-chip (SoCs), printed circuit boards (PCBs), and packaging.

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The takeaway

The significant increase in KADENSA CAPITAL's position in Cadence Design Systems suggests the investment firm sees strong growth potential in the EDA software provider's business, despite recent stock price volatility. This could signal continued confidence in Cadence's ability to serve the evolving needs of semiconductor companies, OEMs, and system designers.