EA Acquisition Completed as Company Goes Private in $55 Billion Deal

By Sakib Khandokar, Lead Analyst Published Aug 5, 2026, 12:53 PM UTC 1 min read

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EA Acquisition Completed as Company Goes Private in $55 Billion Deal

Electronic Arts has officially completed its massive buyout, transitioning into a private company in a deal valued at $55 billion.

Quick Facts

Deal Value: $55 billion
New Status: Private company
Key Stakeholders: Includes Saudi's Public Investment Fund and Affinity Partners

The transition shifts the publisher away from public markets under the control of its new ownership group. Additional operational changes or restructuring details resulting from the private status have not been disclosed.