Castlelake has publicly proposed a takeover bid for easyJet at 625p per share, valuing the deal at about £4.74 billion, after earlier approaches at 560p and 600p were rejected by easyJet's board.

The third offer is being prepared for presentation to easyJet shareholders ahead of the Takeover Panel’s Put-up or Shut-up deadline at 5pm on June 26, 2026.

Castlelake currently holds roughly 2.14% of easyJet and has until Friday to submit a firm offer or walk away.

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EasyJet warns of regulatory and execution risks in a potential takeover while stressing its solid financial position amid market volatility.

EasyJet notes a recent share-price dip and sector concerns tied to the Iran conflict, while reiterating a medium-term target of delivering more than £1 billion in pre-tax profits.

The carrier points to external market pressures affecting its stock, including Iran-war fears, and confirms its ambition to exceed £1 billion in pre-tax profits in the medium term.

Castlelake asserts its ownership structure would satisfy EU regulatory requirements for majority EU ownership, addressing compliance with European law.

The plan includes partnering with two EU-based investors to hold a controlling stake through an EU entity, ensuring EU ownership and control.

To align with EU rules requiring majority ownership by EU nationals, Castlelake partners with Peter Bellew of Dooks Capital and Mark Breen of Oneiros Aerospace for the controlling stake.

In addition to cash, the proposal includes a partial ownership option allowing EasyJet shareholders to retain stakes in a future privately held company.