Electronic Arts (EA) is being acquired in a $55 billion leveraged buyout by a consortium of investors including Silver Lake, Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund, and Affinity Partners. This marks the largest leveraged buyout to date. The deal is expected to finalize by June 2026, with Andrew Wilson remaining CEO. Shareholders will receive $210 per share. The acquisition occurs as interest in gaming remains high, despite recent growth slowdowns post-pandemic.

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