EA Set to Be Acquired by Consortium Including PIF for $55 Billion
Electronic Arts (EA), the powerhouse behind gaming franchises like EA SPORTS FC, Battlefield, Apex Legends, The Sims, Need for Speed, Dragon Age, and Titanfall, is reportedly on the verge of being acquired in a monumental deal valued at $55 billion. This acquisition signals a major shift in the gaming industry and could have implications for the African gaming market, as EA titles are popular across the continent.
Acquisition Details
The acquiring consortium consists of prominent investors including the Public Investment Fund (PIF), Silver Lake, and Affinity Partners. The transaction is structured as an all-cash deal, with the consortium poised to acquire 100% of EA. Notably, PIF will roll over its existing 9.9% stake in the company. EA stockholders are set to receive $210 per share in cash. This per-share purchase price reflects a significant 25% premium over EA’s unaffected share price of $168.32 as of market close on September 25, 2025 (the last unaffected trading day), and also represents a premium over EA’s unaffected all-time high of $179.01 at market close on August 14, 2025.
This acquisition marks a significant milestone for EA, recognizing the value of its iconic intellectual property and the dedication of its development teams. The influx of capital and expertise from the consortium could lead to further innovation and expansion of EA’s gaming portfolio, potentially impacting the availability and development of games for African gamers in the long run.
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