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The Saudi-led $55 billion takeover of EA has closed
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Electronic Arts has become a privately held company after a Saudi-led consortium completed a $55 billion buyout, adding $20 billion of debt to its balance sheet.
The shift to private ownership concentrates control with the Saudi Public Investment Fund and its partners, giving them direct influence over EA’s strategic decisions. The substantial debt load will require significant cash flow to service, potentially limiting the funds available for new game development and operational investments.
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Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund now owns over 93 percent of Electronic Arts following the $55 billion takeover.
The buyout was financed with $20 billion of debt, leaving EA with a highly leveraged balance sheet.
Chief Executive Andrew Wilson remains in charge and the company continues to be headquartered in Redwood City, California.
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