Electronic Arts, the maker of Madden NFL, The Sims, and Battlefield, announced it will go private in a record $55 billion buyout. The deal is led by Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund, Silver Lake, and Affinity Partners, the investment firm backed by Jared Kushner.
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Shareholders will receive $210 per share, representing a 25% premium on the stock’s closing price before reports of the acquisition, first revealed by the Wall Street Journal. EA stock rose 5% in early trading Monday following the announcement.
EA Announces Agreement to be Acquired by PIF, Silver Lake, and Affinity Partners for $55 Billion
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CEO Andrew Wilson praised the company’s creative teams for building “extraordinary experiences” and iconic franchises. Kushner said he was excited about the company’s future, noting his personal connection to its games.
The transaction, the largest buyout on record, is expected to close in early fiscal 2027 pending regulatory approval. EA, founded in 1982, continues to expand its gaming portfolio despite recent layoffs.
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