Electronic Arts' controversial $55 billion leveraged buyout is scheduled to close next week, according to an SEC filing. Variety reports that the publisher behind EA Sports FC and Battlefield will officially transition to private ownership under a consortium starting August 4, 2026.
Quick Facts
- Deal Value: $55 billion
- Closing Date: August 4, 2026
- Acquiring Consortium: Saudi Arabian Public Investment Fund, Silver Lake, and Jared Kushner’s Affinity Partners
- Financing: Approximately $20 billion in debt financing arranged by JP Morgan, making it the largest leveraged buyout in history
As of July 30, 2026, the acquisition has cleared all necessary regulatory approvals. While financial arrangements and regulatory hurdles have cleared, the exact impact this transition will have on future releases and publisher output remains unconfirmed.