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Video game maker EA bought by Saudi-led group for $55bn
05.08.2026 06:34
Company acquired in deal involving Affinity Partners, a firm run by Donald Trump’s son-in-law Jared Kushner
How Investors Are Reacting To Electronic Arts (EA) Surging Q1 2026 Earnings And EPS Growth
04.08.2026 19:09
Electronic Arts Inc. has already reported first-quarter 2026 results, with sales rising to US$1,986 million from US$1,671 million and net income increasing to US$397 million from US$201 million a year earlier. Basic earnings per share from continuing operations effectively doubled year on year, highlighting how improved profitability is filtering through to shareholders. Next, we’ll consider how this sharp jump in quarterly earnings and earnings per share may influence Electronic Arts’...
Microsoft: The Gaming Sun Will Rise Again
03.08.2026 09:45
Microsoft Corporation Buy case: Azure/cloud double-digit growth, gaming reset, and 12% DCF undervaluation amid market fears. Click for more on MSFT post earnings.
Saudi PIF's $55 billion EA deal gets EU approval under subsidy rules
31.07.2026 10:37
Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund and a group of investors have gained EU approval for their $55 billion acquisition of video game developer Electronic Arts under the bloc's subsidy rules, a European Commission filing showed on Friday. In a regulatory filing on Thursday, Electronic Arts said it had received all regulatory approvals as of July 30 and that it expects to close the deal on August 4. The deal secured a green light under EU merger rules last week, but the review under the Foreign Subsidies Regulation (FSR) was seen as the bigger hurdle.
Kylian Mbappé and Jude Bellingham Welcome You to EA SPORTS FC™ 27, Launching Worldwide on September 25
23.07.2026 16:00
REDWOOD CITY, Calif., July 23, 2026--Today, Electronic Arts, Inc. (NASDAQ: EA) revealed the cover of the Ultimate Plus Edition for EA SPORTS FC™ 27, featuring Real Madrid superstars Kylian Mbappé and Jude Bellingham following an incredible summer of football, alongside the first-look at EA SPORTS FC 27 gameplay ahead of its worldwide launch on September 25, 2026.
Saudi PIF's $55 billion EA deal approved under EU merger rules
23.07.2026 11:26
A group of investors including Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund has secured EU antitrust approval for its $55 billion acquisition of video game developer Electronic Arts, the European Commission said on Thursday. Saudi Arabia's $1 trillion wealth fund, Jared Kushner's Affinity Partners and private equity firm Silver Lake announced the deal, the largest leveraged buyout in history, in September last year.
Tracking Saudi Sovereign Wealth Fund's 13F Portfolio - Q1 2026 Update
21.07.2026 01:19
Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund 13F US portfolio decreased from $12.95B to $12B in Q1 2026. Learn more about the portfolio here.
What Does the Electronic Arts CEO's Sale of Company Shares Worth $1 Million Mean for Investors?
18.07.2026 18:06
The video game maker reported a notable insider sale as European regulators are set to rule on its acquisition.
Market Chatter: Electronic Arts Deal Expected to Get EU Approval Under Foreign Subsidy Rules
17.07.2026 13:20
Electronic Arts (EA) is expected to receive European Union approval under the bloc's foreign subsidy
Exclusive-Saudi PIF set to win EU nod for Electronic Arts deal under subsidy rules, sources say
17.07.2026 12:04
A group of investors including Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund is set to secure European Union approval for its $55 billion acquisition of video game developer Electronic Arts under EU subsidy rules, people familiar with the matter said. Saudi Arabia's $1 trillion wealth fund, Jared Kushner's Affinity Partners and private equity firm Silver Lake announced the deal, the largest leveraged buyout in history, in September last year. The European Commission, which acts as the EU competition enforcer, is set to clear the deal after the end of its preliminary review under its Foreign Subsidies Regulation (FSR) on July 30, the people said.
EA SPORTS™ College Football 27 Launches Worldwide, Bringing New Era of College Football to Life
09.07.2026 16:57
REDWOOD CITY, Calif., July 09, 2026--Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: EA) today launched EA SPORTS™ College Football 27 worldwide on PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S and, for the first time ever, PC and mobile. Following the record-breaking return of the franchise, College Football 27 raises the bar once again, delivering the most authentic college football experience yet.
Should You Buy Electronic Arts Inc. (EA)’s Shares?
01.07.2026 18:56
Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ:EA) is one of the 10 Best Stocks to Buy According to Billionaire Glenn Dubin’s Highbridge Capital. Video game developer Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ:EA)’s shares are up by 28% over the past year and are flat year-to-date. The firm is currently on track to make history as it is being taken private […]
Fitch Withdraws EA Bond Rating Amid $55 Billion Buyout Dispute
01.07.2026 18:52
Bondholders argue the rating withdrawal could strengthen their claim for a change-of-control premium.
Electronic Arts (EA) Launches EA Advertising And UFC 6 With New Revenue Focus
28.06.2026 04:15
Electronic Arts launched "EA Advertising", a new platform for integrated real time in game advertising across its portfolio. The company also released EA SPORTS UFC 6 with new technology and gameplay features, expanding its sports gaming lineup. Electronic Arts, listed as NasdaqGS:EA, is adding a new revenue-focused platform alongside a fresh flagship sports title at a time when its stock is trading around $205.25. The shares are up 30.6% over the past year and 60.6% over the past three...
Will Gaming Expansion Help Microsoft Anchor the Cloud Reach?
25.06.2026 14:00
MSFT's gaming revenues fall as Xbox hardware slumps, but cloud streaming, Game Pass and new content may deepen ties to its cloud ecosystem.
Saudis seek EU approval for $55 billion EA deal, decision by July 22
17.06.2026 16:14
A group of investors including Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund has sought EU antitrust approval for its $55 billion acquisition of videogame developer Electronic Arts, according to a European Commission filing on Wednesday. The Commission, which acts as the EU competition enforcer, set a July 22 deadline for its decision. It can either clear the deal with or without remedies or open a full-scale investigation if it has serious concerns. The group, which includes Jared Kushner's Affinity Partners and private equity firm Silver Lake, announced the deal for the maker of "Battlefield" and "Madden NFL" in September last year.
3 Profitable Stocks We Keep Off Our Radar
16.06.2026 12:41
While profitability is essential, it doesn’t guarantee long-term success. Some companies that rest on their margins will lose ground as competition intensifies — as Jeff Bezos said, “Your margin is my opportunity”.
Oak-Eagle AcquireCo, Inc. Announces Extension of the Expiration Time and Settlement Date for the Previously Announced Tender Offers and Consent Solicitations for Any and All of Electronic Arts Inc.'s 1.850% Senior Notes Due 2031 and 2.950% Senior Not...
16.06.2026 02:42
Oak-Eagle AcquireCo, Inc. (the "Offeror") announced today the extension of the Expiration Time and Settlement Date for the previously announced offers to purchase for cash (each, a "Tender Offer" and, together, the "Tender Offers") any and all of Electronic Arts Inc.'s (NASDAQ: EA) (the "Company") outstanding (i) 1.850% Senior Notes due 2031 (the "2031 Notes") and (ii) 2.950% Senior Notes due 2051 (the "2051 Notes" and, together with the 2031 Notes, the "Notes"), and solicitations of consents (e
Why GENZ’s High Yield Can’t Survive Its Shift From Casinos to Apps
09.06.2026 01:21
The ticker investors used to know as VanEck Gaming ETF (NASDAQ:BJK) officially converted to the VanEck Digital Native Economy ETF on April 9, 2026, trading under the new symbol GENZ. The fund still sits in many income-oriented portfolios because of its $1.36 annual distribution paid in February 2026, which works out to a trailing yield ... Why GENZ’s High Yield Can’t Survive Its Shift From Casinos to Apps
Command the Clone Wars’™ Most Cunning Operatives in Star Wars Zero Company™, Launching August 27
06.06.2026 01:00
REDWOOD CITY, Calif., June 06, 2026--Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: EA) today announced that Star Wars Zero Company™, a single-player turn-based tactics game, developed by Bit Reactor in collaboration with Lucasfilm Games, will be available on PC, PlayStation® 5 and Xbox Series X|S starting August 27, 2026. Pre-Orders are now available on all platforms.