EasyJet’s low market value is thought to have attracted potential suitors - John Keeble/Getty Images EasyJet has become a takeover target after it was linked to a bid from the world’s biggest shipping container company. Shares in the budget airline surged as much as 11.5pc in early trading following reports that Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) had tapped an unnamed investment fund to explore a potential offer. MSC denied any involvement. While easyJet shares fell back, they remained up more than 7p ...