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Saudi-led Group Buys Gaming Giant EA for $55bn

Updated 2026-08-05 04:40 UTC 1 source Neutral

A Saudi-led group has completed the acquisition of Electronic Arts (EA) for $55 billion, taking the gaming company into private ownership. The deal comes with significant debt.

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BBC News
The deal takes the maker of titles including The Sims and EA FC into private ownership - and loads it with debt.
2026-08-04 23:09 UTC
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