Electronic Arts Buyers Might Be Paying Too Much for EA Stock

1. EA agrees to a $55 billion leveraged buyout deal with Silver Lake and partners. 2. Buyers pay a $210 per share, a 25% premium over previous close. 3. Stock trades near 3.5% below the deal price until closing in 2027. 4. Analysts project muted IRR due to high equity contribution and debt levels. 5. EA's long-term earnings potential may be undervalued according to some analysts.