EA Acquisition Deal Approved

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23 December 2025 12:22

Investors in Electronic Arts have approved a landmark acquisition that will see the US video game publisher taken private by a consortium led by Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF). The deal, valued at approximately $55bn, represents the largest take-private transaction in the history of the global games industry.

EA shareholders voted in favour of the deal, which offers investors $210 per share. Prior to the consortium publicly announcing its intention to acquire the company, Electronic Arts stock was trading at $174.04. The publisher’s share price closed at $203.79 in the most recent trading session, reflecting market confidence ahead of the vote.

Consortium Includes PIF, Silver Lake and Affinity Partners

The acquisition was first revealed in September, when a group consisting of the Public Investment Fund, Silver Lake Capital and Affinity Partners confirmed plans to buy Electronic Arts and remove it from public markets. The transaction is expected to close in the first quarter of EA’s 2027 financial year, no later than June 30, 2026, subject to regulatory approval.

At the time of the announcement, Electronic Arts Chief Executive Officer Andrew Wilson highlighted the company’s long-term vision and creative ambitions.

“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,” Wilson said.

“Looking ahead, we will continue to push the boundaries of entertainment, sports, and technology, unlocking new opportunities.

“Together with our partners, we will create transformative experiences to inspire generations to come. I am more energised than ever about the future we are building.”

With shareholder approval secured, the deal will now move into the regulatory review phase. Industry observers note that the process could progress relatively quickly in the United States, as Affinity Partners was founded by Jared Kushner, the son-in-law of US President Donald Trump.

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23 December 2025 12:22

Tags: Electronic Arts

Investors in Electronic Arts have approved a landmark acquisition that will see the US video game publisher taken private by a consortium led by Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF). The deal, valued at approximately $55bn, represents the largest take-private transaction in the history of the global games industry.

EA shareholders voted in favour of the deal, which offers investors $210 per share. Prior to the consortium publicly announcing its intention to acquire the company, Electronic Arts stock was trading at $174.04. The publisher’s share price closed at $203.79 in the most recent trading session, reflecting market confidence ahead of the vote.

Consortium Includes PIF, Silver Lake and Affinity Partners

The acquisition was first revealed in September, when a group consisting of the Public Investment Fund, Silver Lake Capital and Affinity Partners confirmed plans to buy Electronic Arts and remove it from public markets. The transaction is expected to close in the first quarter of EA’s 2027 financial year, no later than June 30, 2026, subject to regulatory approval.

At the time of the announcement, Electronic Arts Chief Executive Officer Andrew Wilson highlighted the company’s long-term vision and creative ambitions.

“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,” Wilson said.

“Looking ahead, we will continue to push the boundaries of entertainment, sports, and technology, unlocking new opportunities.

“Together with our partners, we will create transformative experiences to inspire generations to come. I am more energised than ever about the future we are building.”

With shareholder approval secured, the deal will now move into the regulatory review phase. Industry observers note that the process could progress relatively quickly in the United States, as Affinity Partners was founded by Jared Kushner, the son-in-law of US President Donald Trump.

More:EA to Close Origin

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