Saudi PIF's $55 billion EA deal approved under EU merger rules

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.

Reuters • Jul 23, 2026

Kylian Mbappé and Jude Bellingham Welcome You to EA SPORTS FC™ 27, Launching Worldwide on September 25

REDWOOD CITY, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--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. WATCH: EA SPORTS FC™ 27 REVEAL TRAILER As a limited-time edition available through August 31st, EA SPORTS FC™ 27 Ultimate Plus Edit.

Business Wire • Jul 23, 2026

Top 3 Tech And Telecom Stocks That May Fall Off A Cliff This Quarter

As of July 22, 2026, three stocks in the communication services sector could be flashing a real warning to investors who value momentum as a key criteria in their trading decisions.

Benzinga • Jul 22, 2026

An Electronic Arts President Sold 2,500 Shares. Here's What That Means for Investors.

The transaction involved 2,500 shares at $207.01 per share, representing a total value of $517,525 on July 15, 2026. This disposition reduced the insider's direct equity holdings by 3%, while total beneficial ownership remains significant.

The Motley Fool • Jul 21, 2026

What Does the Electronic Arts CEO's Sale of Company Shares Worth $1 Million Mean for Investors?

The CEO disposed of 5,000 shares for ~$1.0 million based on a weighted average execution price of $207.01 on July 15, 2026. The transaction resulted in a 4% reduction in the insider's total equity holdings, leaving a remaining ownership stake of 0.0467%.

The Motley Fool • Jul 18, 2026

Saudi PIF set to win EU nod for Electronic Arts deal under subsidy rules, sources say

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.

Reuters • Jul 17, 2026

Battlefield 6 and Top Gun Join Forces for Biggest Blockbuster Season Yet

REDWOOD CITY, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: EA) and Battlefield Studios today revealed a first look at Battlefield 6™ and Battlefield REDSEC, delivering the franchise's largest seasonal update to date with Naval Warfare, new content, and a meticulously crafted knockout Top Gun crossover experience in partnership with Paramount Games Studio. The update will include the F-18/Super Hornet and iconic F-14 Tomcat, fan-favorite characters from Top Gun, as well as two new modes.

Business Wire • Jul 17, 2026

Every Team Has an Edge: EA SPORTS™ NHL® 27 Overhauls All 32 Arena Atmospheres and Presentation for Total Immersion

REDWOOD CITY, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: EA) today unveiled EA SPORTS™ NHL 27, launching September 11, 2026 on PlayStation®5 and Xbox Series X|S. EA SPORTS™ NHL® 27 brings all 32 NHL arenas to life with authentic atmospheres: presentation that reflects each team's identity, a new commentary team, a new dynamic crowd system, and a new modernized broadcast package. Alongside new social and competitive mode Connected Franchise, this year marks one of the most significan.

Business Wire • Jul 16, 2026

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 Notes Due 2051

WILMINGTON, Del., July 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- 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 (each, a "Consent Solicitation" and, together, the "Consent Solicitations") from holders of the Notes (each, a "Holder" and, collectively, the "Holders") to certain proposed amendments (the "Proposed Amendments") to the indenture, dated as of February 24, 2016, as supplemented by that certain Second Supplemental Indenture, dated as of February 11, 2021, by and between the Company and U.S. Bank Trust Company, National Association (as successor in interest to U.S. Bank National Association), as trustee (the "Trustee") (the "Indenture") (such consents being solicited are each a "Consent" and, collectively, the "Consents").

PRNewsWire • Jul 15, 2026

EA SPORTS™ College Football 27 Launches Worldwide, Bringing New Era of College Football to Life

REDWOOD CITY, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--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.College Football 27 is the definitive modern college football experience. Every major change happening in the sport — from NIL a.

Business Wire • Jul 9, 2026