@OP and @bd this is some kind of funny post, it reads much like it has been written by managmenet themselves, self praise included. Some desparate move to change tone here and furthermore isn't it a little early to celebrate this thing? Keep in mind, Walls Street analysts are targeting rather 550 to 600, and if that doesn't happen Elliot and co will pull out. On top, past two years SNPS just tanked right after each gain. However it might be different this time, since these announcements go beyond some QX result.
The real thing here in this board is about employees, do you guys really think employees will be happier seeing shares rise and in the same time still wondering whether their position is about to be eliminated? And do you think the damage done is about to be repaired overnight because stock is up a bit?