Acquiring Company
Public Investment Fund (PIF)
Acquired Company
Electronic Arts
Riyadh
MaltaFinancial ServicesFinanceContent And PublishingCommunity And LifestyleConsumer ElectronicsGamingVideo GamesGamblinggambling & casinosDescription
Electronic Arts has completed its $55 billion sale to a Saudi-led investor group, marking a significant transition from a publicly traded entity to private ownership. The acquisition gives the Public Investment Fund majority control of EA, which is now set to become privately owned. This deal ranks among the largest in gaming history and concludes decades of EA's public market presence.
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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 August 4, 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 August 4, 2026. Electronic Arts has completed its $55 billion sale to a Saudi-led investor group, marking a significant transition from a publicly traded entity to private ownership. 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 publicly traded (EA), operating in Content And Publishing, and is based in Malta.