Jared Kushner’s Firm Is Said to Be Part of $50 Billion Buyout of Electronic Arts

Jared Kushner's private equity firm, Affinity Partners, is reportedly in negotiations to participate in a $50 billion buyout of the video game company Electronic Arts (EA). The proposed deal would involve Affinity Partners partnering with the Saudi sovereign wealth fund and the investment firm Silver Lake. The potential acquisition, if successful, would mark one of the largest buyouts in the video game industry. Electronic Arts is a prominent publisher of popular game franchises, including FIFA, Madden NFL, and The Sims. The involvement of Affinity Partners, co-founded by former White House senior adviser Jared Kushner, has raised some concerns due to Kushner's previous political ties and the potential implications of a Saudi-backed acquisition. However, the details and status of the negotiations remain largely unclear at this stage. The potential buyout of Electronic Arts highlights the ongoing consolidation and significant investment activity within the gaming sector, as major players seek to expand their market share and capabilities.