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EasyJet Agrees Sweetened Takeover Bid
5 Jul
Summary
- EasyJet reached an agreement in principle on a takeover bid.
- The proposal comes from U.S.-based investment firm Castlelake.
- The sweetened offer is valued at £6.90 per share.

British budget airline easyJet announced on July 5, 2026, that it has reached an agreement in principle for a takeover. The offer comes from Castlelake, an investment firm based in the United States.
Castlelake has sweetened its previous proposal, now offering £6.90 for each share of easyJet. This development marks a significant step towards a potential acquisition of the well-known budget carrier.