Icahn Enterprises L.P. (NASDAQ: IEP) is a diversified holding company based in New York City. Controlled by veteran investor Carl C. Icahn, the partnership makes strategic investments and owns wholly or partially controlled subsidiaries across a broad range of industries. With a flexible capital structure, Icahn Enterprises seeks to generate long-term value through active ownership, asset optimization and operational improvements.
The company reports its activities through five principal business segments. Its Investment segment manages capital in public and private companies, engaging in equity positions, activism and principal investing. The Energy segment focuses on exploration, production, transportation and storage of oil and gas, with assets principally located in North America. The Automotive segment distributes replacement automobile parts and related products through national and regional wholesalers. The Food Packaging segment manufactures and sells rigid packaging containers for foodservice, prepared foods and nutritional products. Finally, the Real Estate segment holds and leases commercial, industrial and residential properties, primarily in the United States.
Since its formation as a public partnership, Icahn Enterprises has built its portfolio through acquisitions, recapitalizations and selective divestitures, leveraging the expertise of its operating teams and access to capital markets. While most operations are concentrated in North America, the Investment segment periodically takes positions in international companies. Under the leadership of Carl Icahn, who serves as Chairman, the company emphasizes active stewardship, seeking to enhance cash flow, strengthen balance sheets and pursue growth opportunities across economic cycles.
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