EasyJet Agrees to $6.94 Billion Sale to US Private Equity Firm Castlelake
How 2 Israeli newsrooms covered this story — translated into English and compared side by side.
First reported by Calcalist · 2 hours ago
What happened
British low-cost airline EasyJet has reached a preliminary agreement to be acquired by US private equity firm Castlelake for 6.9 pounds per share, valuing the company at 5.23 billion pounds. The deal requires regulatory approval and a European partner due to EU ownership rules, with a formal offer expected by August 3. EasyJet's stock has recently surged but remains down over five years.
- 01EasyJet agrees in principle to a 6.9 pounds per share buyout by Castlelake, valuing it at 5.23 billion pounds.
- 02The deal requires regulatory approval and a European partner due to EU ownership rules.
- 03Clashlake must submit a firm offer by August 3 to finalize the acquisition.
- 04EasyJet criticized earlier lower offers as undervaluing the company.
- 05Clashlake supports EasyJet's fleet renewal plans to reduce fuel costs.
- 06EasyJet's stock rose 55% in three months but declined 28% over five years.
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