Acquiring Company
Public Investment Fund (PIF)
Acquired Company
Electronic Arts
Riyadh
MaltaFinancial ServicesFinanceContent And PublishingCommunity And LifestyleConsumer ElectronicsGamingVideo GamesGamblinggambling & casinosDescription
Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF) has acquired a majority stake in Electronic Arts (EA) through a $55 billion leveraged buyout. This significant transaction aims to enhance PIF's involvement in the gaming sector and improve coordination among its investments. Despite this acquisition, EA assures its commitment to maintaining its core values and creative independence. The merger between EA and Savvy Games Group is still under consideration and may proceed after Savvy's latest acquisition is finalized.
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Who acquired Electronic Arts?
Electronic Arts was acquired by Public Investment Fund (PIF), based in Riyadh. The deal was reported on September 11, 2026. The Public Investment Fund (PIF) is the sovereign wealth fund of Saudi Arabia. Public Investment Fund (PIF) is privately held and operates in Financial Services.
When did Public Investment Fund (PIF) acquire Electronic Arts?
Public Investment Fund (PIF)'s acquisition of Electronic Arts was reported on September 11, 2026. Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF) has acquired a majority stake in Electronic Arts (EA) through a $55 billion leveraged buyout. Fundz records the date the transaction was first publicly reported, sourced from filings and company announcements.
What does Electronic Arts do?
Electronic Arts (NASDAQ: EA) is a global leader in digital interactive entertainment. The Company develops and delivers games, content and online services for Internet-connected consoles, mobile devices and personal computers. It is privately held, operating in Content And Publishing, and is based in Malta.
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