General · 25 June 2026

EasyJet in talks after rejecting £4.9bn takeover bid

EasyJet has opened discussions with US firm Castlelake, despite turning down its fourth takeover offer of £4.9 billion. The airline rejected the 650p-a-share bid, saying it undervalued the company and raised "significant questions of deliverability". However, EasyJet will give Castlelake access to information, hoping it leads to a better proposal before a 5 July deadline.

By BriefTea Editorial · 25 June 2026 at 11:17

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