SYNOPSYS INC (SNPS-Nasdaq): Technical Viewpoint: From a low of $50.13 on Feb 9, 2001 prices rallied, reaching a high of $54.00 on Feb 15, 2001. A decline saw prices pull back, reaching a low of $48.38 on Feb 21, 2001. Another rally saw prices penetrate resistance, closing 2/26/01 at $57.63. Technicals: MACD Index (MACD): A Buy Alert! was given on Feb 26, 2001 when the solid line crossed the dotted line to the upside. Support: Remains at $49.50. Resistance: Is at None at current levels. Point & Figure: Reversed to the upside on Feb 26, 2001. A P&F upside reversal takes place at $52.50. Summary: Technical indicators have turned bullish. BUY! SYNOPSYS INC (SNPS-Nasdaq) @ $57.87 Stop: Use a protective stop of $54.87. SYNOPSYS INC is currently trading @ $57.63 plus $4.75 on Feb 26, 2001. Price Objective: $67.50. Risk/Reward: $3.00 VS. $9.63. Today's Risk Reward Ratio: 3:1