EA Says Saudi Takeover Deal Is Set To Close Next Week
Electronic Arts is set to become a private company next week as its acquisition by an investors’ group led by the Saudi Arabian government is expected to close around August 4, 2026. The $55 billion deal, which has received all necessary regulatory approvals, includes partners Silver Lake and Affinity Partners. Concerns have been raised regarding potential influence on EA's game content due to the Saudi government's involvement.
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- Entities
- Electronic Arts
- Joshua Kushner
- Affinity Partners
- Gaming Industry
- Silver Lake
- Saudi Arabian government
- Mergers and Acquisitions
- Andrew Wilson
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