Target Information
The target of the acquisition is Electronic Arts (EA), a prominent video game publisher known for popular franchises such as Battlefield and Apex Legends. The company is currently set to transition into majority ownership by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF) as part of a significant $55 billion take-private transaction involving an investor consortium.
The ownership group includes Silver Lake, a leading technology investment firm, and Affinity Partners, established by Jared Kushner, the son-in-law of former U.S. President Donald Trump. Collectively, these partners will contribute $36 billion to finance the acquisition, with JP Morgan Chase Bank providing an additional $20 billion in debt financing.
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Industry Overview in Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia's investment in the video game industry has been on the rise, reflecting the kingdom's broader strategy to diversify its economy away from oil dependency. The government's Vision 2030 initiative emphasizes ente
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Transaction Size: $55,000M
Equity Value: $36,000M