EasyJet stock rises as airline weighs $7.7 billion Apollo takeover bid
EasyJet shares rose significantly after the airline received a $7.7 billion takeover bid from Apollo Global Management. The board is currently reconsidering a previous agreement with Castlelake in favor of this higher-value offer.
Why it matters
This bidding war highlights the ongoing consolidation and private equity interest in the European aviation sector.
EasyJet stock soared Friday after the budget carrier said it is considering a $7.7 billion takeover bid from Apollo Global Management , putting the airline at the center of a private equity bidding war.
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