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Icahn Enterprises LP(IEP)

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QUALITY SIGNAL RECENCY
1-STAR RATING
WEAK BUY
BUY for 14 days
PROFIT SINCE LAST BUY
-7.87% ▼
LAST CLOSE
$6.56
10/09/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for IEP

10/09/2026: IEP (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

Icahn Enterprises LP is a diversified holding company that operates primarily through activist investment activities and a collection of industrial subsidiaries in energy, automotive, and other sectors. Its main strength lies in the strategic influence exerted by founder Carl Icahn, who targets undervalued companies to unlock potential value. The primary investment opportunity is the ability to benefit from these activist interventions and operational improvements, while the high dividend has historically attracted income-focused investors. However, the company faces risks from high corporate leverage, exposure to cyclical energy markets, and ongoing market skepticism following recent regulatory scrutiny. It may best suit risk-tolerant investors who monitor activist progress and subsidiary performance.

How to Read the Upturn Advisory

The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.

Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitThe company relies on specific activist successes rather than consistent long-term organic growth.
Momentum investorWeak fitThe stock often exhibits idiosyncratic volatility not always aligned with broad market momentum.
Value investorMixed fitWhile assets may appear undervalued, the complex holding company structure can make true intrinsic value difficult to assess.
Dividend investorStrong fit while signal remains positiveThe company has historically prioritized a high dividend, though investors must monitor payout sustainability.
Low-risk investorWeak fitHigh leverage, concentration risk, and sector exposure make this a high-risk equity.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityHighThe stock price is prone to sharp swings driven by market sentiment and investment segment results.
Valuation riskHighCalculating an accurate net asset value (NAV) is complex and often subject to market discount.
Competition risk (Investment firms)MediumIEP competes with well-capitalized firms for activist targets and investment opportunities.
Business qualityMediumThe business quality is mixed, as it depends on the operational health of disparate subsidiaries.
Dividend incomeMedium / highDividend sustainability depends on the cash flow generation of its energy and industrial holdings.
Execution riskMedium / highSuccess is largely dependent on the execution of activist campaigns and operational management of subsidiaries.

Price Behavior

Rolling Over
PRICE PATH

Rolling Over

The price momentum is slowing down and beginning to turn downward.

Smooth
PRICE STABILITY

Smooth

The stock has moved along a generally orderly path with only modest fluctuations.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -44.91%
Avg. Invested days 28
Today’s Advisory WEAK BUY
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
IEP receives a 2-star rating, reflecting soft or weak scores across the available pillars. The rating is constrained by weak unit economics, and weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
IEP has moderate overall fundamentals (3 stars), with moderate financial health, moderate growth momentum, and moderate ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, solid earnings growth (+32.8%) is partially offset by weak cash generation (FCF margin -6.9%), negative revenue growth (-7.5%), weak profitability (net margin -3.1%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
IEP's financial health is supported by solid liquidity, including working-capital and asset support (WC/assets 47.8%). Profitability is soft (2 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Earnings growth is IEP's strongest growth driver at +32.8% FY2025 versus FY2024 (solid, 4 stars). By comparison, while revenue growth (-7.5%, negative) and free-cash-flow growth (-218.5%, negative) hold the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 94.9% (strong) and 7.3% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable (soft). Insider ownership is only 0.00%, which materially reduces the ownership score.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

ICAHN CARL C 86.99%
Morgan Stanley - Brokerage Accounts 0.80%
First Trust Advisors L.P. 0.12%
Susquehanna International Group, LLP 0.11%
Soviero Asset Management, LP 0.10%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
IEP generates approximately $89 of gross profit, $-0 of operating income, and $-69 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Operating losses and cash burn explain the 1-star rating, with weak cash conversion and weak capital efficiency.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 5.51%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
IEP has a relatively low-volatility profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedLow VolatilitySmall / Mid Cap RiskShort Squeeze Risk

Key Highlights

Company Size Mid-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 4.72B USD
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 12
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 12
Volume (30-day avg) 798.4K shares
Beta 0.7
52 Weeks Range 5.82 - 7.44
Updated Date 10/09/2026
52 Weeks Range 5.82 - 7.44
Updated Date 10/09/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 30.08%
Basic EPS (TTM) -0.71

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
InvestmentReturns from activist stock positions and portfolio management.The company gains when its activist campaigns increase the value of its investment holdings.
EnergyRefining, petroleum products, and fertilizers via CVR Energy.Revenue is driven by commodity prices and the refining margin spread.
AutomotiveAftermarket parts and service.Provides steady cash flow through the sale of auto parts and services.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Revenue by Geography

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Valuation

Trailing PE -
Forward PE 28.82
Enterprise Value 8.71B
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.45
Enterprise Value 8.71B
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.45
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.83
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 13.45
Shares Outstanding 710.92M
Shares Floating 51.70M
Shares Outstanding 710.92M
Shares Floating 51.70M
Percent Insiders -
Percent Institutions 94.89

Financial Metrics

🧭 Investment Snapshot

Total Revenue (Scale)

Information icon Total money earned from selling products or services before any costs. It is needed to understand the scale of the business and its ability to generate income.

Net Income (Profit)

Information icon Final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes are deducted. It is needed to determine the overall profitability available to shareholders.

Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

Information icon Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.

📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

Information icon Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.

EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

Information icon Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, indicating operating cash potential. It is needed to compare operating performance across companies without accounting or financing differences.

Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

Information icon Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.

🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

Information icon Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.

Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

Information icon Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.

Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

Information icon Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.

🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

Information icon Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.

Total Assets (Asset Base)

Information icon The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.

Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

Information icon Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.

⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

Information icon Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.

Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

Information icon Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.

Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

Information icon Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.

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