Acquiring Company
Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund
Acquired Company
Electronic Arts
Riyadh Region
MaltaFinancial ServicesVenture CapitalAngel InvestmentContent And PublishingCommunity And LifestyleConsumer ElectronicsGamingVideo GamesGamblinggambling & casinosDescription
Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund has completed its acquisition of Electronic Arts for approximately $55 billion. This deal has led to EA going completely private, with PIF owning 93.4 percent of the company. Other investors, Silver Lake and Affinity Partners, have taken smaller stakes in the company. Following the acquisition, EA plans to invest boldly to ensure future growth and innovation.
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Who acquired Electronic Arts?
Electronic Arts was acquired by Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund, based in Riyadh Region. The deal was reported on August 20, 2026. The Public Investment Fund (PIF) is the sovereign wealth fund of Saudi Arabia. It plays a significant role in the Kingdom's strategies for economic growth and diversification. Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund is privately held and operates in Financial Services.
When did Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund acquire Electronic Arts?
Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund's acquisition of Electronic Arts was reported on August 20, 2026. Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund has completed its acquisition of Electronic Arts for approximately $55 billion. This deal has led to EA going completely private, with PIF owning 93.4 percent of the company. 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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