Icahn Enterprises L.P. Completes Sale of PSC Metals LLC

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Icahn Enterprises (NASDAQ: IEP) announced the completion of its sale of 100% equity interest in PSC Metals, LLC to SA Recycling LLC for approximately $323 million. The asset was previously valued at $147 million on Icahn's balance sheet. The transaction includes the lease of strategic land in Nashville to SA Recycling. Chairman Carl C. Icahn highlighted the positive timing of this sale, emphasizing improved EBITDA under challenging market conditions since the acquisition in 2007.

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• Sale of PSC Metals for approximately $323 million improves liquidity.
• Transaction reflects a significant gain from previous valuation of $147 million.

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SUNNY ISLES BEACH, Fla., Dec. 7, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Icahn Enterprises L.P. (NASDAQ: IEP) ("Icahn Enterprises") today announced that its wholly-owned subsidiary, American Entertainment Properties Corp., has completed the previously announced sale of 100% of the equity interests in PSC Metals, LLC to SA Recycling LLC, for total cash consideration of approximately $323 million, including repaid indebtedness and subject to customary post-closing adjustments. As of September 30, 2021, Icahn Enterprises had carried PSC Metals on its balance sheet at a value of $147 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 has leased 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."

About Icahn Enterprises L.P.

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

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FAQ

What was the sale price for PSC Metals LLC?

Icahn Enterprises sold PSC Metals LLC for approximately $323 million.

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

PSC Metals was valued at $147 million on Icahn Enterprises' balance sheet.

Who purchased PSC Metals LLC?

PSC Metals LLC was purchased by SA Recycling LLC.

What strategic asset did Icahn Enterprises retain after the sale?

Icahn Enterprises retained ownership of a strategic parcel of land in Nashville.

What did Carl Icahn say about the sale of PSC Metals?

Carl Icahn stated that the transaction is appropriately timed and a positive outcome for IEP unitholders.