These firms have deployed star-studded teams: Kirkland’s Maggie Flores and Sarkis Jebejian, Wachtell’s Edward D. Herlihy and David K. Lam, Sidley’s Perry Shwachman, Latham’s Michael Anastasio, and Gibson Dunn’s Richard Birns, among others.
A New Chapter for EA
Despite the massive change in ownership, EA will remain headquartered in Redwood City, California, under the continued leadership of CEO Andrew Wilson.
“Our creative and passionate teams at EA have delivered extraordinary experiences for hundreds of millions of fans,” Wilson said. “Looking ahead, we will continue to push the boundaries of entertainment, sports, and technology, unlocking new opportunities.”
The buyer consortium echoed this optimism. PIF’s Turqi Alnowaiser said the deal would fuel EA’s long-term growth globally. Silver Lake’s Egon Durban pledged heavy investment to accelerate innovation, while Affinity Partners’ Jared Kushner highlighted EA’s cultural impact, calling the company’s games “iconic, lasting experiences.”
Financing the Future of Gaming
The $55 billion package is powered by roughly $36 billion in equity investment and $20 billion in debt financing, with JPMorgan Chase Bank NA providing the credit muscle. The transaction has already won approval from EA’s board and now awaits regulatory and shareholder green lights, with closing expected in the first quarter of fiscal 2027.
