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rejection
EasyJet Rejects £4.74bn Castlelake Takeover Bid, Calls Offer 'Highly Opportunistic'
EasyJet has rejected a £4.74bn takeover offer from US investment firm Castlelake, accusing it of trying to buy the airline 'on the cheap'. Castlelake, which already holds a 2.14% stake, has until Friday to make a firm offer or walk away. The bid includes a partnership with two EU nationals to comply with ownership regulations.
Business EasyJet rejects £4.7bn takeover bid from US investment firm Castlelake
EasyJet has rejected a £4.74bn takeover offer from US investment firm Castlelake, which described the bid as 'highly opportunistic'. Castlelake, which already holds a 2.14% stake, made three proposals this month and has now gone public to allow shareholders to consider the offer. The deadline for a firm bid is this Friday.
Business Union Pacific CEO Jim Vena rejects potential government investment in $85B Norfolk Southern merger
Union Pacific CEO Jim Vena dismissed the possibility of government investment in the railroad's $85B merger with Norfolk Southern, stating UP can handle the price alone. President Trump had suggested government equity stakes in essential companies. Vena views Trump's interest positively but had no direct communication. The US has invested $21B in 16 deals since January 2025.
Business Job Market Strain: Costly Interview Trip Ends in Quick Rejection
A Delhi jobseeker's costly trip to Hyderabad for a job interview ended in a swift rejection, sparking discussions on hiring practices and candidate treatment. The incident highlights the financial strain on jobseekers in a competitive market.
Trade China Rejects Indian Rice Over Alleged GMO Presence
China has rejected multiple consignments of Indian non-basmati rice, alleging the presence of GMOs, despite India's assertion that no GM rice is grown in the country. This ongoing issue has led to significant trade tensions between the two nations.