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Vodafone gains help FTSE 100 close higher amid calmer trading

The FTSE 100 closed at 10,497.29, up some 24.84 points.

Evening Standard

Two bidders are better than one. But easyJet’s exit is depressing for the London market

Once again a mispriced share price created opening for US raiders to rush in

The Guardian - UK

EasyJet Shares Jump As Apollo Launches Higher $7.7 Billion Takeover Bid. Rival Offer From Castlelake Loses Board Support.

EasyJet shares surged Friday after the British budget airline said it is considering a higher takeover proposal from Apollo Global Management valued at about $7.7 billion, replacing its earlier support for a rival bid from Castlelake.

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‘Serious concern’: Nine European countries urge EU to ease Entry/Exit System border checks

Airports and airlines have also joined the chorus of criticism, once again warning of the disruption caused by the Entry/Exit System (EES).

Euronews

EasyJet bidding war as budget airline agrees to rival £5.7bn takeover bid

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The Independent UK

Global Market: European shares edge higher as miners, airlines offset tech weakness; benchmark set for weekly loss

European shares saw minimal change as mining and travel stocks gained. Technology shares declined, weighing on the broader market's performance. Investors remained cautious due to renewed Middle East geopolitical tensions. EasyJet shares surged significantly after a takeover approach was revealed.

The Economic Times

Apollo hijacks easyJet takeover with £5.7bn bid, trumping Castlelake

The budget airline easyJet has swung behind a £5.7 billion (€6.6bn) takeover proposal from the US private equity giant Apollo, abandoning its support for a rival American bidder days after agreeing to that offer.

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EasyJet shares soar by 13% after it accepts takeover bid from US firm

The London Stock Exchange is set to lose another firm, snapped up by private equity

The Independent UK

EasyJet accepts rival takeover bid by US investor Apollo

US private equity firm Apollo has made a higher offer for EasyJet. This new bid surpasses Castlelake's previous proposal for the British airline. EasyJet's board now favors Apollo's offer, signaling a potential bidding war. Apollo must finalize its offer by August 7 under UK regulations. The airline reported increased losses…

The Economic Times

EasyJet finally agrees to rival £5.7bn takeover bid from US giant

The airline said it had reached an agreement in principle for an offer worth £7.15 per share

The Independent UK

EasyJet agrees to rival £5.7bn takeover bid by US giant Apollo

The airline said it had reached an agreement in principle for an offer worth £7.15 per easyJet share.

Evening Standard

Apollo gatecrashes easyJet sale with surprise £5.7bn takeover offer – as it happened

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The Guardian - UK

US private equity firm Apollo enters bidding war for easyJet with £5.7bn offer

Airline’s board ‘minded to recommend’ deal – after agreeing in principle to accept rival one from Castlelake

The Guardian - UK

New flight routes launching to and from Europe in autumn and winter 2026

Whether you’re chasing an autumn break or a winter escape, airlines are rolling out new flight routes to and from Europe in 2026.

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International Business Times UK

easyJet Flight Declares Mid-Air Emergency, Replacement Aircraft Sent After Hamburg Diversion

An easyJet flight from Copenhagen to Amsterdam diverted to Hamburg due to an in-flight emergency. Passengers continued on a replacement aircraft while the original jet underwent inspection.

The Guardian - UK

EasyJet’s board has surrendered too easily to US bidder

The company’s target to hit £1bn profitability is intact. Why isn’t the board putting up a proper fight?

Euronews

Canary Islands' new voluntary tourist tax will fund local sustainability projects

Rather than introducing a mandatory tourist tax, the Canary Islands are enlisting travellers to contribute to local projects aimed at restoring nature and supporting communities to make tourism sustainable.

International Business Times

easyJet's Board Backed A Takeover Deal. Its Stock Is Soaring.

easyJet shares surged in London trading after the airline agreed in principle to an improved takeover proposal from U.S. investment firm Castlelake valued at about $7.3 billion.

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The Economic Times

EasyJet shares reveal deal risk as $7.3 billion takeover advances

EasyJet shares surged after agreeing in principle to a £5.5 billion takeover by Castlelake, though the stock remained below the offer price amid concerns over EU ownership rules and deal structure. Analysts flagged regulatory and shareholder approval risks, while the bidder must formalise its offer by August 3.

The Guardian - UK

EasyJet shares jump almost 10% after it agrees £5.5bn takeover bid

Airline’s board to recommend offer of £6.90 a share in deal analysts say shows UK firms are being bought on the cheap

Evening Standard

Stocks mixed as weak miners weigh in muted trade

Data showed the UK construction sector remained deep in contraction during June, although the pace of decline eased slightly from May’s six-year low.

The Independent UK

Mount Etna eruption causes chaos as Ryanair, easyJet and British Airways flights cancelled

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The Economic Times

Britain's FTSE indexes slip as miners offset financial gains

London's FTSE 100 saw a slight dip as precious metal miners declined, countered by gains in financial stocks. EasyJet surged on a sweetened takeover bid, while ITV advanced after agreeing to sell its media division. Investors are also watching for potential boosts to the UK government bond market from the…

The Economic Times

EasyJet shares rally 10% on potential $7.3 billion acquisition by Castlelake

EasyJet shares jumped nearly 10% after the airline reached an agreement in principle with US investment firm Castlelake over a potential $7.3 billion acquisition. Castlelake's revised offer of £6.90 per share represents a nearly 24% premium to easyJet's previous closing price.

The Independent UK

Flights cancelled at Italian airport after Mount Etna eruption

Ryanair, easyJet, British Airways and Wizz Air among flights cancelled as Europe’s largest active volcano erupts

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