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Castlelake has abandoned its pursuit of easyJet, leaving Apollo Global Management as the only remaining suitor for the London-listed low-cost carrier. The development narrows the contest ahead of an Aug. 7 deadline for a firm offer or withdrawal.
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Castlelake has abandoned its pursuit of easyJet, leaving Apollo Global Management as the only remaining suitor for the London-listed low-cost carrier. The development narrows the contest ahead of an Aug. 7 deadline for a firm offer or withdrawal.
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