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Icahn Enterprises LP (IEP)



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Upturn Advisory Summary
09/12/2025: IEP (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
1 Year Target Price $12
1 Year Target Price $12
1 | Strong Buy |
0 | Buy |
0 | Hold |
0 | Sell |
0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -50.21% | Avg. Invested days 23 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 4.67B USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 12 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 12 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 1 | Beta 0.68 | 52 Weeks Range 6.53 - 12.82 | Updated Date 09/14/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 6.53 - 12.82 | Updated Date 09/14/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 29.90% | Basic EPS (TTM) -1.2 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin -6.82% | Operating Margin (TTM) -6.85% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) -1.69% | Return on Equity (TTM) -18.41% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE 28.82 | Enterprise Value 7610372038 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.49 |
Enterprise Value 7610372038 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.49 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.81 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 138.37 | Shares Outstanding 573420032 | Shares Floating 78346358 |
Shares Outstanding 573420032 | Shares Floating 78346358 | ||
Percent Insiders 0.07 | Percent Institutions 87.31 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Icahn Enterprises LP

Company Overview
History and Background
Icahn Enterprises LP (IEP) was founded in 1987 as American Real Estate Partners, L.P. by Carl Icahn. It evolved from real estate investments to a diversified holding company with interests across various sectors.
Core Business Areas
- Investment Management: Manages investment funds across diverse asset classes, including equities, real estate, and commodities.
- Energy: Engaged in refining and marketing petroleum products.
- Automotive: Operates businesses related to automotive parts and services.
- Food Packaging: Produces and sells food packaging products.
- Real Estate: Owns, operates, and develops real estate properties.
- Home Fashion: Manufacturing, sourcing, marketing, distribution and sale of home fashion products
- Pharma: Operates businesses related to pharmaceutical products.
Leadership and Structure
Carl Icahn serves as Chairman of the Board. The company operates as a master limited partnership.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Investment Management: Manages assets for Icahn Enterprises and external clients. Market share is not directly applicable but assets under management(AUM) are a key metric. Competitors include BlackRock, Vanguard, and State Street. AUM fluctuates.
- Refining and Marketing: Manufactures and markets gasoline, diesel, and other refined products. Market share varies by region. Competitors include Valero, Marathon Petroleum, and Phillips 66. No specific market share for this business segment is publicly available.
- Food Packaging: Offer flexible, semi-rigid and rigid packaging solutions for food and beverage companies including single-serve drink cups, yogurt containers, lidding, tubs, closures, bottles, and jars. Market share is not directly applicable but revenue is the key metrics. Competitors include Berry Global, Amcor, and Crown Holdings.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
Icahn Enterprises operates across multiple industries, each with its own dynamics. The investment management industry is influenced by market performance and investor sentiment. The energy sector is affected by commodity prices and geopolitical factors. Food Packaging sector is growing due to more and more people eating packaged foods and the increased awareness of environment-friendly packaging materials.
Positioning
Icahn Enterprises is positioned as an activist investor and diversified holding company. Its competitive advantage lies in Carl Icahn's investment acumen and ability to influence corporate strategy.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The TAM across Icahn Enterprises' diverse holdings is vast and varies by segment. Positioning within each TAM is driven by strategic investments and operational improvements.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Strong brand recognition associated with Carl Icahn
- Diversified business portfolio
- Activist investor approach leading to potential value creation
- Access to capital
Weaknesses
- High dependence on Carl Icahn's investment decisions
- Complex organizational structure
- Potential for volatile earnings due to market fluctuations
- Negative media perception of the company
Opportunities
- Acquisitions of undervalued assets
- Expansion into new markets
- Implementation of operational efficiencies within portfolio companies
- Capitalizing on market dislocations
Threats
- Economic downturns affecting portfolio company performance
- Regulatory changes impacting specific industries
- Increased competition in investment management and other sectors
- Negative press or sentiment surrounding Carl Icahn's investment strategies
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- BRK.A
- KKR
- BX
Competitive Landscape
Icahn Enterprises faces competition from other investment firms, strategic acquirers, and industry-specific players. Its advantage lies in its activist approach and brand recognition.
Major Acquisitions
American Railcar Leasing
- Year: 2018
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 3360
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded Icahn Enterprises' transportation infrastructure portfolio. This example may not be most recent. Check available public sources.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historical growth has been uneven, driven by investment performance and strategic acquisitions.
Future Projections: Future growth depends on investment decisions and market conditions. Analyst estimates should be consulted for specific projections.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include strategic acquisitions, divestitures, and operational improvements within portfolio companies.
Summary
Icahn Enterprises is a diversified holding company reliant on Carl Icahn's investment acumen. High dividend payments support shareholder returns, but earnings are volatile. Strategic acquisitions and operational improvements drive growth, but economic downturns and regulatory changes pose threats. The company's strength is in its brand and investment expertise, while dependence on a single leader is a key risk.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Icahn Enterprises LP Investor Relations
- SEC Filings
- MarketWatch
- Yahoo Finance
- Bloomberg
Disclaimers:
This analysis is based on publicly available information and is for informational purposes only. It should not be considered investment advice. Market share is estimated and may not be precise.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
About Icahn Enterprises LP
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters Sunny Isles Beach, FL, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1987-05-18 | President, CEO & Director of Icahn Enterprises GP, Inc. Mr. Andrew Teno | ||
Sector Energy | Industry Oil & Gas Refining & Marketing | Full time employees 15037 | Website https://www.ielp.com |
Full time employees 15037 | Website https://www.ielp.com |
Icahn Enterprises L.P., through its subsidiaries engages in the investment, energy, automotive, food packaging, real estate, home fashion and pharma in the United States and internationally. The Investment segment invests its proprietary capital through various private investment funds; and it provides investment advisory, administrative, and back-office services to the investment funds. The Energy segment engages in refining and marketing of petroleum in the form of gasoline, diesel, jet fuel, and distillates; renewable fuels refine renewable feedstocks, such as soybean oil, corn oil, and other related renewable feedstocks into renewable diesel and markets renewable products; and nitrogen fertilizer produces and markets nitrogen fertilizers in the form of urea ammonium nitrate and ammonia. The Automotive segment engages in repair and maintenance of automotive; sale of installed parts or materials related to automotive services; and sale of automotive aftermarket parts and retailed merchandise. The Food Packaging segment produces and sells cellulosic, fibrous, and plastic casings used to prepare and package processed meat products. The Real Estate segment consists of investment properties, including land, retail, office, and industrial properties; and development and sale of single-family homes; and the operations of a resort and two country clubs. The Home Fashion segment manufactures, sources, markets, distributes, and sells home fashion consumer products. The Pharma segment offers pharmaceutical products and services; and develops approved therapies and product candidates. Icahn Enterprises L.P. was incorporated in 1987 and is headquartered in Sunny Isles Beach, Florida.

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