Burcu Esmer, senior lecturer in finance at the Wharton School and co-director of the Harris Family Alternative Investment Program, joins to discuss Electronic Arts’ proposed billion acquisition involving Silver Lake, Affinity Partners, and the Saudi Public Investment Fund — exploring its implications for private equity, the gaming industry, and the future of global entertainment investments.
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Inside EA’s $55 Billion Buyout: Private Equity, PIF, and the Future of Gaming
Wharton senior lecturer in finance breaks down what EA’s potential billion buyout reveals about global investment trends in gaming and entertainment.
October 8, 2025
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