Electronic Arts (EA), the gaming giant behind iconic franchises like FIFA, Battlefield, and Mass Effect, has agreed to be acquired by an investor group comprising Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF), Silver Lake, and Affinity Partners in a landmark $55 billion all-cash transaction. The deal, announced on September 29, 2025, marks the largest sponsor-led take-private investment in history, underscoring EA’s immense value in the global entertainment industry.
Under the agreement, the investor group will acquire full ownership of EA, with PIF rolling over its existing 9.9% stake in the company. EA stockholders will receive $210 per share in cash, a 25% premium over the company’s unaffected share price of $168.32 at market close on September 25, 2025, and a premium over its all-time high of $179.01 on August 14, 2025. Upon completion of the transaction, expected in the first quarter of fiscal year 2027 pending regulatory and stockholder approvals, EA’s common stock will no longer be traded on public markets.
EA will continue to operate under the leadership of Chairman and CEO Andrew Wilson and remain headquartered in Redwood City, California. The company is poised to leverage its new financial backing to accelerate innovation in gaming, sports, and interactive entertainment. The acquisition comes at a pivotal moment for EA, just days before the highly anticipated launch of Battlefield 6, following the recent releases of FC 26 and Skate. The company’s development pipeline remains robust, with projects like Mass Effect at BioWare, Star Wars Jedi 3 at Respawn, and Iron Man at Motive in progress.
The transaction’s funding includes $36 billion in equity from PIF, Silver Lake, and Affinity Partners, the latter a Miami-based firm founded in 2021 by Jared Kushner. An additional $20 billion in debt financing, fully committed by JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., will support the deal, with $18 billion expected to be funded at closing. Each investor group will contribute equity from their respective capital reserves, ensuring a streamlined financial structure.
This acquisition positions EA to capitalize on its industry-leading portfolio and global fanbase while navigating a rapidly evolving gaming landscape. With significant resources now at its disposal, EA aims to deliver groundbreaking experiences that redefine interactive entertainment for millions worldwide.
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