‘EasyJet slides as planes fly with empty seats’
Easyjet shares have recently taken a nosedive, prompting four directors to increase their holdings by a significant amount (Michels- Non exec, Browett- Non exec, Chandler- Chairman, and Harrison- CEO).
It is the Chairman, Sir Colin Chandler, who has the best track record. He has bought stock three times in the last five years. Within 10-12 months of his purchase, on each occasion, the share price has appreciated by between 70% to 110%.

February 2003- paid 205p. easyjet shares traded at 370p 10 months later.
August 2004- paid 140p. easyjet shares traded at 300p 12 months later.
February 2006- paid 378p. easyjet shares traded at 650p 10 months later.
January 2008- paid 424p.
OK, so Chandler never banked his profits. But from the evidence above he clearly recognises a buying opportunity. An example I’m happy to follow.
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February 1, 2008 at 4:26 am
jem
very good winnie,
easyjet got clearance from the OFT for the purchase of GB airways (a BA franchise) on Jan 18, today 31st they announced the takeover for 104m had been completed. this makes them the biggest carrier out of LGW and gives them 15 more planes and all GB’s routes and a new base at Manchester!
can u email me when u place new posts….thks Jem
March 24, 2008 at 12:00 am
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