Electronic Arts to go private in $55B deal
Source: 'Battlefield' maker Electronic Arts to go private in record-setting $55 billion LBO (2025-09-29)
Electronic Arts (EA) is set to become a private company after agreeing to a $55 billion buyout from a consortium led by the Public Investment Fund of Saudi Arabia and Silver Lake Partners. The deal, announced on September 29, 2025, will see EA's shares delisted from the stock exchange, allowing the company to operate without the pressures of public markets and focus on long-term growth and innovation. The transaction values EA at $135 per share, representing a significant premium over its recent trading price. The move to privatization is part of EA's strategy to accelerate its investment in new gaming technologies and expand its portfolio of popular titles. The deal is expected to close in the first half of 2026, subject to regulatory approvals and shareholder approval.