Electronic Arts now expects its $55 billion go-private transaction to close at the end of trading on 4 August, after securing all required regulatory approvals. The announcement marks a key step towards removing one of the world’s largest video game publishers from the stock market, although customary final conditions must still be met or waived.

The all-cash deal was announced last September and involves Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund, Silver Lake and Jared Kushner’s Affinity Partners. It was delayed beyond its original 30 June target by regulatory reviews; EA is expected to remain based in Redwood City, California, with Andrew Wilson continuing as chief executive.