Electronic Arts $55 Billion Acquisition Deal Approaches Final Close

By Sakib Khandokar, Lead Analyst Published Jul 30, 2026, 10:52 PM UTC 1 min read

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Electronic Arts $55 Billion Acquisition Deal Approaches Final Close

Electronic Arts is poised to close its $55 billion acquisition deal by a consortium led by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund, with the transaction expected to finalize on or about August 4, 2026.

Quick Facts

Deal Value: $55 billion
Expected Close Date: On or about the close of trading on August 4, 2026
Lead Buyer: An investor consortium led by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund and private investors
Regulatory Status: All required regulatory approvals obtained as of July 30, 2026

According to a filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission, all regulatory approvals necessary to complete the merger are secured. The final completion of the transaction remains subject to the satisfaction or waiver of remaining customary closing conditions.