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Video game giant Electronic Arts closes $55 billion go-private sale of its business
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· August 5, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further details about the sale can be found through ABC13 Houston, but it is clear that this transaction marks a major shift for Electronic Arts.
A significant transaction has taken place in the video game industry. Electronic Arts, a major player in the field, has closed a sale of its business. The deal is valued at $55 billion.
The buyers include Saudi Arabia's sovereign wealth fund, known as PIF, as well as investment firms Silver Lake Partners and Affinity Partners. S. President.
Further details about the sale can be found through ABC13 Houston, but it is clear that this transaction marks a major shift for Electronic Arts. The implications of this deal are not specified in available information.
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Category: business Published: August 5, 2026 Source: ABC13 Houston (KTRK) Reading time: 1 min
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