U.K. – EasyJet Rejects Takeover Bid from Castlelake

U.K. – EasyJet Rejects Takeover Bid from Castlelake

On 22 June 2026, U.K.  based budget airline, EasyJet rejected a takeover offer worth £4.74bn from US investment firm Castlelake.

Background:

  • EasyJet rejects "on the cheap" offer;
  • Castlelake said it had made three takeover approaches to the airline this month;
  • Castelake has now made details of its latest offer public to allow shareholders to assess the proposal.

Under stock market rules, Castlelake has until Friday to make a firm offer or walk away.