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materiality 0.50
EA's HSR waiting period expires; merger with PIF/Silver Lake/Affinity on track
ELECTRONIC ARTS INC.
- HSR Act waiting period expired at 11:59 p.m. ET on February 9, 2026, satisfying a key closing condition.
- Merger expected to close during Q1 fiscal year ending March 31, 2027 (April 1 – June 30, 2026).
- EA will become wholly owned subsidiary of Parent formed by PIF, Silver Lake, and Affinity consortium.
- Closing remains subject to other required regulatory clearances and customary conditions.