Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund now holds 93.4% of Electronic Arts, a producer responsible for franchises such as “EA Sports FC”, “Mass Effect”, “Dragon Age”, “Battlefield”, “The Sims”, among others. Business was completed for $55 billion.
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05/08/2026
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A video game producer Electronic Arts (EA) – responsible for franchises such as “EA Sports FC”, “Mass Effect”, “Dragon Age”, “Battlefield”, “The Sims”, among others – is now a private company owned by Saudi Arabia.
The business, which began by being approved by shareholders in september of last year it was concluded this tuesday, august 4th, for 55 billion dollars, the equivalent of eur 47.68 billion.
Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund is now known to hold 93.4% of EA, and has also involved Silver Lake and Affinity Partners, which was founded and has as CEO Jared Kushner – the son-in-law of US President Donald Trump. As for EA leadership, CEO Andrew Wilson remains in office.
It is not known what this change will represent for the future of EA but, in press releaseWilson said this business will give the company “long-term capital, knowledge in the sector and strategic support”.
“ This moment recognizes the extraordinary people whose creativity, ambition and passion made EA one of the world’s leading companies in interactive entertainment”, Wilson declared. “ We are entering a new chapter from a position of strength with partners who share our vision and ambition. Together, we will invest boldly, accelerate innovation and develop the next generation of games and experiences for hundreds of millions of players and fans who inspire us every day.”.