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Private-equity firm Apollo has launched a $7.7B bid for budget airline easyJet, following a $7.3B offer from Castlelake days earlier. The competing offers could trigger a bidding war for the airline.

Apollo, a US investment giant, outbid Castlelake in a last-minute twist during the takeover battle for the UK budget airline easyJet.

British airline easyJet has accepted a takeover bid from a US private equity firm. Passengers were seen boarding an easyJet aircraft at Berlin Brandenburg Airport in Schoenefeld, Germany.

British budget airline EasyJet has agreed to a £5.7-billion takeover by U.S. private equity firm Apollo, surpassing a rival bid from American private equity investor Castlelake. The deal marks a strategic shift for the airline amid competing offers.

British budget airline EasyJet has agreed to a £5.7-billion takeover by U.S. private equity firm Apollo, surpassing a competing bid from American private equity firm Castlelake.

Apollo is nearing a record spending level through deals with EasyJet and Bayer. The article mentions passenger aircraft operated by EasyJet as part of these developments.

EasyJet, Europe’s low-cost pioneer, is preparing to go private amid interest from US suitors. The airline, described as an 'orange upstart' that transformed flying, faces a pivotal moment in its corporate history.

easyJet's stock rose 14% as Apollo and Castlelake submit takeover bids for the budget airline. Apollo's proposed bid is valued at $7.7 billion.

EasyJet has accepted a takeover bid from US investor Apollo worth £5.7 billion. The deal involves a significant financial investment from Apollo, a major US-based investment firm.

A bidding war for British low-cost airline EasyJet has intensified, with Apollo Global Management outbidding a rival private-equity group. The second American private-equity bid signals increased interest in the company.

US private equity firm Apollo has entered a bidding war for easyJet with a £5.7bn all-cash offer. The airline’s board is 'minded to recommend' the deal after previously accepting a rival offer from Castlelake earlier this week.

US private equity firm Apollo has made a £5.7bn offer for easyJet, which the airline’s board is minded to recommend to shareholders. This follows a prior offer from rival firm Castlelake earlier in the week.

Apollo has submitted a rival bid for EasyJet that surpasses Castlelake's offer. The article references an EasyJet passenger aircraft at London Luton Airport.

EasyJet shares rose nearly 10% after the airline agreed to a £5.5bn takeover by US private equity firm Castlelake, with the board recommending a £6.90 per share offer. The deal follows four previous rejected bids and reflects analysts' views that UK firms are being acquired at lower prices.

EasyJet, a U.K. budget airline, has agreed to a $6.7 billion takeover by a U.S. private equity firm after previously rejecting four offers from the same firm.

EasyJet's stock rose after agreeing in principle to a $7.3 billion U.S. takeover. The company's board plans to recommend a 690 pence-per-share cash offer to shareholders.

EasyJet has agreed to a buyout deal with an American investment firm, but its shares are trading at a discount to the agreed price, indicating market skepticism. The airline stated the terms of the buyout, yet investors remain doubtful about the deal's value.

EasyJet, a UK airline, has reached an outline agreement for a £5.5bn takeover by Castlelake, a US private credit group. The airline’s board is considering recommending the proposal.

Easyjet shares are rising following a £5 billion takeover bid by a US investment firm. The proposed acquisition has sparked significant market interest in the airline's stock.

EasyJet has accepted Castlelake's $5 billion bid in principle. The agreement marks a significant corporate development for the airline.

EasyJet has agreed to a £5bn takeover by US investment firm Castlelake, making the UK's largest low-cost airline private. The deal follows several rejected offers and an agreement in principle announced to the stock market.

EasyJet has agreed to a £5.2 billion takeover offer from Castlelake. The article also mentions Europe's need for increased jet fuel supplies to maintain summer imports.

EasyJet has rejected a fourth takeover bid from US firm Castlelake but has raised hopes that a deal could still be finalized. The airline continues to engage in discussions despite the latest rejection.

EasyJet has rejected a £4.9bn takeover offer from US investment firm Castlelake, stating the proposal undervalues the company. The airline is now engaging in talks with Castlelake, hoping for a 'more attractive proposal that better reflects' its value.

EasyJet has rejected a £4.9bn takeover offer from a US private credit group and is now in talks with Castlelake. The offer was submitted on Tuesday but declined by the budget airline.

EasyJet has rejected the latest bid from Castlelake but remains open to further discussions. The airline's decision leaves room for potential future negotiations despite turning down the offer.

EasyJet has rejected a third £4.7 billion bid from Castlelake, which it described as 'highly opportunistic'. The airline has previously turned down similar offers from the investment firm.

EasyJet has rejected takeover bids from Castlelake. The airline's decision marks a rejection of the proposed acquisition attempt.

US investment firm Castlelake has made a third rejected £4.7bn bid to acquire easyJet, offering 625p per share in cash. The airline's board described the proposal as 'cheap' and previously rejected lower offers at 560p and 600p.

EasyJet has rejected a £4.7bn takeover bid from Castlelake, a US private credit group, after the airline’s board refused to engage with the offer.

EasyJet has rejected three separate overtures from Castlelake. An EasyJet aircraft is pictured at London Southend Airport.

An EasyJet plane carrying 186 passengers nearly ran out of runway during takeoff from Luton Airport to Malaga, according to a report. The incident highlights a potential safety concern during the flight's departure.

Lithium-ion power banks must be carried in carry-on luggage, not checked baggage, due to fire risks. Passengers can generally bring two power banks with up to 100 watt hours without airline approval, but larger ones require permission. Aviation authorities have tightened rules after incidents, including a 2025 Air Busan plane fire linked to lithium batteries.

EasyJet is set to become the first budget airline to launch a loyalty scheme. However, the scheme will not include lounge access.

Private Credit is considering a potential takeover of EasyJet. The article highlights interest from private credit firms in acquiring the airline.

Russia suspended jet fuel exports due to domestic shortfalls caused by Ukrainian attacks on refineries, exacerbating global airline industry challenges. The move follows trade disruptions from the Iran war closing the Strait of Hormuz, with airline stocks falling as fuel costs rise and a US investment group considers acquiring UK carrier easyJet.

Castlelake, a US private credit group, is seeking a partner to bid on easyJet while complying with EU rules requiring majority ownership by EU nationals. The bid must navigate regulations that mandate airline ownership by EU citizens.

EasyJet's summer sale has drawn attention from Wall Street, making the budget airline a potential takeover target. The airline industry is affected by the war in Iran.

Castlelake, a $37bn private credit lender, is largely unknown in the UK but may gain attention if it bids on easyJet, the British budget carrier. The article highlights Castlelake's potential move as a significant development.

Castlelake, a US investment fund, is considering a takeover of easyJet, but skepticism remains due to valuation discrepancies and regulatory challenges. EasyJet criticized the bid as 'highly opportunistic,' while the airline's stock showed a muted 10% increase, reflecting market doubt.