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Private equity eyes more budget airlines after Apollo's EasyJet deal

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Private equity investors are looking at additional budget airline targets after Apollo Global Managements acquisition of EasyJet, according to CNBC Markets.

The outlet says the interest centers on airlines viewed as undervalued in the sector, pointing to more dealmaking potential beyond EasyJet.

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CNBC MarketsPrivate equity is circling budget airlines after Apollo's EasyJet deal , and this carrier could be next
CNBC WorldPrivate equity is circling budget airlines after Apollo's EasyJet deal , and this carrier could be next

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