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|seo_title=Electronic Arts Sold
|seo_keywords=Electronic Arts
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|tags=Electronic Arts
|date=2025-09-29T15:16:51.000Z
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|source=Games Industry
|url=https://www.gamesindustry.biz/report-investors-in-advanced-talks-in-50bn-leveraged-buyout-of-ea
|article=News/Electronic Arts Sold
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|author=Andura
|category=Mergers and Acquisitions
|content=Electronic Arts (EA), one of the largest video game publishers in the world, has confirmed it is entering into a definitive agreement to be acquired by a consortium of investors led by Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF), private equity firm Silver Lake, and Affinity Partners, the investment firm founded by Jared Kushner.

The deal, which values [[Companies/Electronic Arts|Electronic Arts]] at approximately $36 billion, marks a historic milestone as the largest all-cash sponsor-led take-private acquisition in history. Under the terms of the agreement, the investment group will acquire 100% of EA, with PIF rolling over its existing stake into the deal. EA shareholders will receive $210 per share in cash.

The acquisition is being financed entirely through cash, combining equity from the investors with around $20 billion in debt, of which $18 billion is expected to be funded at closing.

“This deal reflects the incredible success of our teams and the global impact of our games and franchises,” said EA CEO Andrew Wilson, who will remain in his role after the acquisition. “Our creative and passionate teams at EA have delivered extraordinary experiences for hundreds of millions of fans, built some of the world’s most iconic IP, and created significant value for our business.”

“Looking ahead, we will continue to push the boundaries of entertainment, sports, and technology, unlocking new opportunities,” Wilson added. “Together with our partners, we will create transformative experiences to inspire generations to come. I am more energized than ever about the future we are building.”

==== Background and Market Reaction ====

The acquisition confirms earlier reports from the Wall Street Journal, which stated that EA was in “advanced talks” for a leveraged buyout that could take the company private in a deal initially valued at around $50 billion. The news caused EA’s market valuation to climb rapidly—from $43 billion to $48 billion—reflecting investor optimism.

Saudi Arabia’s PIF has been increasingly active in the gaming and tech sectors as part of its Vision 2030 strategy to diversify the kingdom’s economy beyond oil. Its growing stake in global entertainment assets has drawn both strategic interest and political scrutiny.

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