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EA to Go Private in $55B Deal, FTC Review Sought

7/31/2026

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  • Electronic Arts will close its $55 billion go-private merger on August 4 2026, ending its 35-year public listing.
  • All required regulatory approvals, including EU Commission clearance, were obtained as of July 30 2026.
  • Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund, Silver Lake and Affinity Partners will buy EA, with the PIF slated to own over 93.4%.
  • U.S. lawmakers have urged the Federal Trade Commission to review the deal, citing possible harm to workers.