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Electronic Arts Inc

Q: Who are Electronic Arts' main competitors?

Activision Blizzard (now owned by Microsoft) competes with Call of Duty directly against Battlefield and operates Candy Crush in mobile. Take-Two Interactive competes with its 2K sports games (NBA 2K, PGA Tour 2K) and the Grand Theft Auto franchise. Ubisoft competes in open-world and action-adventure genres. Epic Games competes through Fortnite, the battle royale that Apex Legends directly challenges. Sports gaming specifically faces limited competition because licensed team, player, and league rights create effective exclusivity.

Q: How much does EA stock cost right now?

EA last closed at $202.34, up 0.36% in the most recent trading session. Over the past 52 weeks, the stock has traded between a low of $128.02 and a high of $204.89. The current price represents 97% of its 52-week range, which helps investors gauge where the stock sits relative to its recent trading history.

Q: What is the analyst consensus for EA?

Among 33 analysts covering EA, the consensus rating is Hold — 11 rate it a buy, 21 hold, and 1 sell. The average price target sits at $102.08, implying 50% downside from the current price. Keep in mind that analyst targets reflect 12-month expectations and can shift quickly after earnings reports or major company events.

Q: Does Electronic Arts Inc make money?

Electronic Arts Inc generated $7.06B in revenue during fiscal year 2026, with $1.06B reaching the bottom line as net income. The net profit margin of 15.0% is solid for its sector.

Q: Is EA stock expensive based on earnings?

EA trades at a P/E ratio of 73.51 on trailing earnings of $2.67 per share. That's well above the S&P 500 historical average of ~20-25x, which typically signals that investors are pricing in aggressive future growth. Comparing this multiple against Media sector peers gives better context than the broad market alone, since P/E norms vary significantly across industries.

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$202.34

+0.72 (+0.36%)

As of Mar 25, 9:34 PM ET ·

Day Range $201.50 — $202.46

52W Range $128.02 — $204.89

Performance

1D —

1W —

1M —

3M -1.20%

6M +0.14%

1Y +39.36%

YTD -1.01%

Open$201.59

Previous Close$201.62

Day High$202.46

Day Low$201.50

52W High$204.89

52W Low$128.02

Volume—

Avg Volume3.12M

Market Cap49.99B

P/E Ratio73.51

EPS$2.67

SectorMedia

Technical Indicators

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SMA 50 $203.18 Below

SMA 200 $180.37 Above

RSI (14) 38.2 Neutral

Trend Golden Cross Bullish

Analyst Ratings

Hold

33 analysts

11 Buy 21 Hold 1 Sell

Price Target -49.6% upside

Current
$202.34

Target
$102.08

$74.40 $102.08 avg $144.64

Key Financials

	FY 2026	FY 2025	FY 2024
Revenue	7.06B	6.91B	20.49B
Net Income	1.06B	933.53M	1.82B
Profit Margin	15.0%	14.3%	8.9%
EBITDA	1.50B	1.40B	2.68B
Free Cash Flow	—	—	1.21B
Rev Growth	+2.2%	+2.2%	+0.9%
Debt/Equity	0.30	0.30	0.43

Dividend

Dividend Yield0.38%

Annual Dividend$0.77

Payout Ratio17.8%

Frequencyquarterly

Ex-Dividend—

Pay Date—

About Electronic Arts Inc

Electronic Arts Inc. is one of the world's largest interactive entertainment companies, headquartered in Redwood City, California, developing, publishing, and distributing video games for consoles, PCs, and mobile devices. The company owns some of the most valuable gaming franchises in the industry, including EA Sports FC, Madden NFL, The Sims, Apex Legends, Battlefield, and Star Wars Jedi. Electronic Arts generates significant recurring revenue through live services, including in-game purchases, subscriptions, and downloadable content. Its EA Play subscription service provides access to a broad catalog of games across multiple platforms.

Media Peers

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GOOGL	Alphabet Inc	$290.93	+0.17%	27.5	3.63T
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META	Meta Platforms Inc	$594.89	+0.33%	27.5	1.66T
NFLX	Netflix Inc	$92.28	+1.50%	29.6	325.09B
DIS	Walt Disney Co	$95.95	-0.46%	14.3	174.81B
SPOT	Spotify Technology	$473.21	-2.40%	44.2	113.64B

EA Frequently Asked Questions

What does Electronic Arts do?

Electronic Arts develops, publishes, and monetizes interactive entertainment across gaming consoles, PC, and mobile devices. The company's sports franchises — EA Sports FC (formerly FIFA), Madden NFL, NHL, and College Football (recently relaunched) — dominate licensed sports gaming globally and generate recurring revenue through digital item sales in their live service modes. Beyond sports, EA publishes Battlefield, Apex Legends, The Sims, and other titles. The company has strategically shifted toward live services, where ongoing content updates and in-game purchases generate revenue between game launches.

Is EA stock a good investment?

Electronic Arts has faced competitive pressure in its non-sports franchises while its core sports games maintain near-monopoly positions on licensed content. Live service monetization — selling cosmetic items, modes, and content passes within games — has become the primary growth driver, as game prices have lagged inflation for years. The loss of the FIFA license in favor of EA Sports FC was a test the company largely passed, demonstrating the brand's durability beyond the license. Margin improvement and cost discipline have improved the investment profile, though uncertainty remains about whether EA can win consistently in competitive genres.

Who are Electronic Arts' main competitors?

Activision Blizzard (now owned by Microsoft) competes with Call of Duty directly against Battlefield and operates Candy Crush in mobile. Take-Two Interactive competes with its 2K sports games (NBA 2K, PGA Tour 2K) and the Grand Theft Auto franchise. Ubisoft competes in open-world and action-adventure genres. Epic Games competes through Fortnite, the battle royale that Apex Legends directly challenges. Sports gaming specifically faces limited competition because licensed team, player, and league rights create effective exclusivity.

Does Electronic Arts pay dividends?

Electronic Arts pays a quarterly dividend, though at a very modest yield that reflects the market's primary valuation of EA as a growth business rather than an income vehicle. Management has focused more capital on share repurchases than dividend growth, viewing buybacks as a more flexible form of shareholder return given the game industry's lumpy capital investment cycles — major title development can require large upfront spending. The dividend signals financial stability but is unlikely to be a primary reason most investors own the stock.

How much does EA stock cost right now?

EA last closed at $202.34, up 0.36% in the most recent trading session. Over the past 52 weeks, the stock has traded between a low of $128.02 and a high of $204.89. The current price represents 97% of its 52-week range, which helps investors gauge where the stock sits relative to its recent trading history.

What is the analyst consensus for EA?

Among 33 analysts covering EA, the consensus rating is Hold — 11 rate it a buy, 21 hold, and 1 sell. The average price target sits at $102.08, implying 50% downside from the current price. Keep in mind that analyst targets reflect 12-month expectations and can shift quickly after earnings reports or major company events.

Does Electronic Arts Inc make money?

Electronic Arts Inc generated $7.06B in revenue during fiscal year 2026, with $1.06B reaching the bottom line as net income. The net profit margin of 15.0% is solid for its sector.

Is EA stock expensive based on earnings?

EA trades at a P/E ratio of 73.51 on trailing earnings of $2.67 per share. That's well above the S&P 500 historical average of ~20-25x, which typically signals that investors are pricing in aggressive future growth. Comparing this multiple against Media sector peers gives better context than the broad market alone, since P/E norms vary significantly across industries.

Is EA stock going up or down?

Performance varies across timeframes, reflecting shifting market conditions. Returns by timeframe: -1.20% (3M), +0.14% (6M), +39.36% (1Y), -1.01% (YTD). Comparing these figures against the S&P 500 and sector benchmarks helps determine whether EA is outperforming or lagging the broader market.