U.S.-based game company Electronic Arts (EA) is being acquired at a valuation of $55 billion by an investment consortium consisting of Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF), Silver Lake, and Affinity Partners.
In a statement released by EA, the company announced that the acquisition will be completed entirely in cash and that a definitive agreement has been reached with the consortium. It was also noted that PIF will retain its existing 9.9% stake in the company.
Acquisition Details Announced
According to the disclosed information, EA shareholders will receive $210 in cash per share. This price represents a 25% premium compared to the market closing price on September 25, 2025.
It was stated that approximately $36 billion of the acquisition financing will be provided through equity, while $20 billion will be financed through debt.
The transaction, which has been approved by EA’s board of directors, is expected to be completed in early 2026 following the receipt of required regulatory approvals.
A Transaction of Historic Scale
In the company’s statement, the acquisition was described as “the largest all-cash sponsor-backed private investment transaction in history.”
Shareholder Approval Secured
Electronic Arts shareholders have approved the sale to the Saudi-led consortium. The opportunity for investors to realize a 25% gain per share under the terms announced on the deal date was a key factor in securing approval.
At this stage, only regulatory approvals are pending in the acquisition process. Once these approvals are obtained, Electronic Arts will officially transition to its new owners.
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