SpainThe U.S.-based private equity firm Apollo Global Management has successfully acquired British low-cost airline EasyJet through a $7.7 billion offer, which was accepted by the company. This follows the withdrawal of another competing bid from the U.S. fund Castlelake, which had proposed a lower amount. The deal comes amid challenging conditions for low-cost airlines due to rising fuel costs linked to conflicts in the Middle East, leading to a significant drop in EasyJet’s profits. Apollo, which has previously invested in several aviation companies, plans to complete the transaction in early 2027 after regulatory approvals and shareholder consent.
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