Sidley Advises Affinity Partners in $55 Billion EA Acquisition

Source: Sidley Represents Affinity Partners in Consortium’s Landmark US$55 Billion Acquisition of EA (2025-09-29)

Sidley represented Affinity Partners in the consortium's landmark $55 billion acquisition of Electronic Arts (EA). The deal marks one of the largest in the gaming industry, highlighting the strategic importance of digital entertainment and interactive media. Sidley's team provided comprehensive legal support throughout the transaction, ensuring regulatory compliance and facilitating negotiations among multiple stakeholders. The acquisition underscores the growing interest of private equity and investment firms in the gaming sector, driven by the industry's rapid growth and innovation. Sidley's expertise in complex mergers and acquisitions helped navigate the intricate deal structure, ultimately enabling the consortium to successfully complete the acquisition and position EA for future expansion.

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