Electronic Design Automation Software Market Report 2026

The electronic design automation software market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $35.82 billion in 2025 to $37.76 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.4%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to rise in adoption of PCB design software, increase in use of IC physical design tools, expansion of multi-chip module design platforms, growing demand for CAE and simulation tools, rise in semiconductor IP deployment.

The electronic design automation software market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $48.65 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.5%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increase in AI-assisted design and verification, rising deployment of cloud-based EDA solutions, growth in automated simulation and analysis, expansion in real-time design verification, increasing adoption of IoT-integrated design platforms. Major trends in the forecast period include integration of AI-driven eda tools, adoption of cloud-based eda platforms, implementation of IoT-enabled circuit simulation, deployment of big data analytics in design, expansion of automated verification systems.

The expanding semiconductor industry is anticipated to be a significant driver for the electronic device automation (EDA) software market. As a sector within the electronics industry, the semiconductor industry focuses on the research, development, design, manufacturing, and distribution of semiconductor devices, commonly known as chips or integrated circuits. EDA software plays a crucial role in accelerating semiconductor design and manufacturing processes, minimizing errors, improving the quality of semiconductor devices, and fostering innovation. According to the Semiconductor Industry Association, global semiconductor industry sales reached $43.2 billion in July 2023, representing a 2.3% increase compared to the previous month. This growth in the semiconductor industry is instrumental in propelling the expansion of the electronic device automation (EDA) software market.

Leading companies in the electronic design automation (EDA) software market are concentrating on delivering advanced technological solutions to enhance their competitive position. EDA software encompasses a range of specialized tools utilized for designing, simulating, verifying, and manufacturing electronic systems, including integrated circuits (ICs) and printed circuit boards (PCBs). For example, in March 2024, HCL, an India-based IT services and consulting firm, launched a new Electronic Design Automation (EDA) solution. These EDA tools automate processes such as circuit design, layout, simulation, and verification, thereby increasing productivity and minimizing errors. This innovative offering is designed to expedite large EDA implementations, significantly shorten time-to-market, and enhance product quality and reliability. By integrating with NetApp's Design Anywhere framework, HCLTech aims to assist clients in optimizing their IT environments, managing infrastructure, and scheduling workloads while providing various consumption models tailored to specific requirements.

In January 2024, Synopsys, Inc., a software company based in the US, acquired Ansys, Inc., for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition aims to establish a leader in silicon-to-systems design solutions by merging their expertise in EDA and simulation to tackle the increasing complexity of electronic systems, which is fueled by AI and edge computing, while boosting innovation and productivity for engineers. Ansys, Inc., also a US-based software company, specializes in providing Electronic Design Automation Software solutions.

Major companies operating in the electronic design automation software market are Cadence Design Systems Inc., Synopsys Inc., Ansys Inc., Aldec Inc., Altium LLC, Zuken Inc., Silvaco Inc., Keysight Technologies Inc., ProteanTecs Ltd., Solido Design Automation Inc., IC Manage, JEDA Technologies Inc., ShanghAI Hejian Industrial Software Group Co. Ltd., Concurrent EDA LLC, Altair Engineering Inc., AWR Corporation, Carbon Design Systems, Tanner EDA, Magwel Inc., Xpeedic Technology Co. Ltd.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report’s Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

Tariffs have impacted the EDA market by increasing the costs of imported high-performance design software, semiconductor IP cores, and simulation tools. Key segments such as automotive, consumer electronics, aerospace & defense, and industrial electronics, particularly in North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific, are most affected due to dependency on imported software and design platforms. However, the tariffs are encouraging localization of software development, investment in in-house verification tools, and diversification of sourcing strategies, which is enhancing design efficiency and reducing reliance on imports.

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Electronic Design Automation (EDA) comprises a suite of software tools crucial for computer-assisted design in the electronic systems domain. These tools find extensive application in the design processes of complex electronic devices such as circuit boards and processors.

Key categories within electronic design automation software include Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE), IC (Integrated Circuit) physical design and verification, Printed Circuit Board and Multi-Chip Module (PCB and MCM), and Semiconductor Intellectual Property (SIP). CAE software is a computer-based solution facilitating product enhancement and problem resolution in engineering. It enables the execution of physical property tests and simulations, eliminating the need for physical prototypes. Electronic design automation software plays a pivotal role in microprocessor and controller design, as well as in memory management units. Its applications span across various industries, including communication, consumer electronics, automotive, industrial, aerospace and defense, and medical.North America was the largest region in the electronic design automation software market in 2025. The regions covered in the electronic design automation software market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the electronic design automation software market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The electronic design automation software market includes revenues earned by entities by developing, marketing, and distributing electronic design automation software used primarily for designing electronic components, such as printed circuit boards and integrated circuits. It allows planners to analyze, screen, and replay plans before performing any function. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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