The $55 Billion Deal to Take EA Private
from The Journal.
by The Wall Street Journal & Spotify Studios
Published: Fri Oct 03 2025
Show Notes
A group of investors including Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund and Jared Kushner’s investment firm are acquiring videogame maker Electronic Arts. The $55 billion deal is the largest leveraged buyout of all time. WSJ’s Lauren Thomas takes us inside the historic buyout, exploring the company's fandom and legacy. Ryan Knutson hosts.
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