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easyJet takeover thrown wide open by rival $7.6 billion US offer

Just as the takeover of easyJet by Castlelake appeared to be a done deal, a rival offer from US private equity firm Apollo has thrown the situation wide open. On July 10, 2026, easyJet told its shareholders that an “agreement in principle” had been reached with Apollo to buy the airline for $7.6…

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easyJet aircraft at London Gatwick Airport

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easyJet aircraft at London Gatwick Airport

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