EA clears US regulatory approvals in take-private deal
Electronic Arts' major take-private deal, involving a consortium led by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund, has received all necessary regulatory approvals in the US and Europe. The approximately $55 billion deal is expected to close on August 4, 2026, despite concerns raised about Saudi Arabia's control and potential cultural implications.
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- Entities
- Electronic Arts
- Joshua Kushner
- Saudi Arabia
- Affinity Partners
- Mohammed bin Salman
- Gaming Industry
- Silver Lake
- Mergers and Acquisitions
- Public Investment Fund
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