Icahn Enterprises L.P. Announces Definitive Agreement to Sell PSC Metals LLC at Enterprise Value of Approximately $290 Million

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Icahn Enterprises L.P. (NASDAQ: IEP) announced the sale of 100% equity in PSC Metals, LLC to SA Recycling LLC for approximately $290 million. This amount includes debt repayment and is subject to standard working capital adjustments. The company valued PSC Metals at $141 million on its balance sheet as of June 30, 2021. Icahn Enterprises retains a strategic land parcel previously owned by PSC Metals and plans to lease it to SA Recycling. The transaction is expected to close by the end of 2021, pending regulatory approvals.

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• Sale of PSC Metals for approximately $290 million enhances liquidity.
• Scaled EBITDA significantly during ownership despite market challenges.
• Retention of valuable land parcel near downtown Nashville.

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• None.

SUNNY ISLES BEACH, Fla., Oct. 29, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Icahn Enterprises L.P. (NASDAQ: IEP) ("Icahn Enterprises") announced today that its wholly-owned subsidiary, American Entertainment Properties Corp., has entered into a definitive agreement to sell 100% of the equity interests in PSC Metals, LLC to SA Recycling LLC, for total consideration of approximately $290 million (including indebtedness that will be repaid at closing, and subject to a customary working capital adjustment). As of June 30, 2021, Icahn Enterprises had carried PSC Metals on its balance sheet at a value of $141 million. Icahn Enterprises has retained ownership of a strategic parcel of land previously owned by PSC Metals that is located near downtown Nashville and Nissan Stadium, and in connection with the transaction will lease this land to SA Recycling.

Carl C. Icahn, Chairman of Icahn Enterprises, stated: "Icahn Enterprises acquired its interest in PSC Metals in 2007. Even under challenging circumstances created by volatile commodity markets over the past several years, we executed our activist playbook with this investment – significantly increasing EBITDA. Given the cyclical nature of the company's industry, we believe today's transaction is appropriately timed and provides a very positive outcome for IEP unitholders."

The transaction is expected to close by the end of 2021, subject to receiving applicable regulatory approvals, and to the satisfaction of other customary closing conditions. The transaction is not subject to due diligence or financing conditions. 

About Icahn Enterprises L.P.

Icahn Enterprises, a master limited partnership, is a diversified holding company engaged in eight primary business segments: Investment, Energy, Automotive, Food Packaging, Metals, Real Estate, Home Fashion and Pharma.

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Investor Contact:
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Chief Financial Officer
(305) 422-4100

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FAQ

What is the sale price of PSC Metals by Icahn Enterprises?

Icahn Enterprises announced the sale of PSC Metals for approximately $290 million.

How much was PSC Metals valued at on Icahn Enterprises' balance sheet?

PSC Metals was valued at $141 million on Icahn Enterprises' balance sheet as of June 30, 2021.

When is the transaction for PSC Metals expected to close?

The transaction is expected to close by the end of 2021, pending regulatory approvals.

Who is the buyer of PSC Metals?

SA Recycling LLC is the buyer of PSC Metals from Icahn Enterprises.