Apollo to Take EasyJet Private in $7.7B Deal, Expected by Q1 Next Year
Aug 6, 2026, 2:18 PM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed
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The cash offer ($7.7B/$7.15 per share) and 54% premium imply a near-term price revaluation for EJTTF toward the offer level. Take-private bets typically limit upside beyond the cash price and create delisting risk, but provide a clear, time-bound catalyst.
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Apollo Global Management aims to privatize EasyJet in a deal valued around $7.7 billion, paying £7.15 per share (about 54% above the Feb 27 close). Castlelake withdrew its bid, reducing competing offers and paving the way for Apollo to close by the end of Q1 next year. For EJTTF holders, near-term upside centers on the cash offer, with potential delisting risk after completion.
Castlelake withdraws its EasyJet bid, clearing path for Apollo’s take-private.
Apollo to privatize EasyJet at about $7.7B, closing by end of Q1 next year.
Offer delivers £7.15 per share, 54% premium to Feb 27 close.
EasyJet shares rose ~3.1% on the news; private equity interest has lifted the stock.
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