Updated
Updated · Bloomberg · Jun 25
EasyJet Rejects Castlelake’s £6.50-a-Share Fourth Bid, Seeks Higher Offer by July 5
Updated
Updated · Bloomberg · Jun 25

EasyJet Rejects Castlelake’s £6.50-a-Share Fourth Bid, Seeks Higher Offer by July 5

3 articles · Updated · Bloomberg · Jun 25

Summary

  • EasyJet turned down Castlelake’s latest £6.50-a-share proposal, marking the fourth time the airline has rejected a sweetened approach from the US investment firm.
  • July 5 is now the deadline EasyJet wants for a firm offer, with the board signaling it would consider a higher bid that better reflects the carrier’s value and prospects.
  • EasyJet said the current terms do not adequately serve shareholder interests, framing the extension request as a way to draw out a more attractive proposal.
  • The move keeps takeover talks alive rather than ending them, leaving Castlelake under pressure to raise its offer if it wants to secure the budget airline.

Insights

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Can a US firm's complex ownership plan overcome strict EU rules to acquire a top European airline?