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Icahn Enterprises L.P.

IndustrialsIndustrial Conglomerates$5.0B

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Post-Earnings Recap

ReportedQ1-2026Pre-Market8:00 AM EDT

Icahn Enterprises L.P. Misses on EPS, Stock Down 4.68%

Metric	Actual	Expected	Surprise
EPS	$-0.71	N/A	—
Revenue	—	N/A	—

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Icahn Enterprises L.P. Misses on EPS, Stock Down 4.68%

Key Numbers

Metric	Actual	Expected	Surprise
EPS	$-0.71	N/A	—
Revenue	—	N/A	—

Management Commentary

Tone: Unknown

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What It Means

Icahn Enterprises reported a loss in earnings per share, which contributed to a significant drop in stock price by 4.68%. The absence of revenue figures and management commentary leaves investors with limited insights into the company's performance and future outlook. The market's reaction suggests investor concern over the reported loss.

Company Snapshot

Icahn Enterprises L.P. is an industrial conglomerate involved in various sectors, including energy, automotive, and real estate....

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a key indicator of the company's profitability and will help assess its financial health this quarter.

N/A

Revenue

Revenue figures will provide insight into the company's sales performance and overall market demand.

N/A

Wall Street expectations, options signals, track record, and call prep available with Pro.

Original Pre-Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Icahn Enterprises L.P. is an industrial conglomerate involved in various sectors, including energy, automotive, and real estate. With a market cap of $5 billion, the company plays a significant role in the industrials sector, which is influenced by trends in consumer spending and economic growth.

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

Avg EPS Surprise

-197.06%

Avg Stock Reaction

-1.27%

Last Quarter Recap

In the last quarter (Q4-2025), Icahn Enterprises reported an EPS of $0.00, with the stock rising by 3.04% the following day. The company has struggled with profitability in recent quarters, which may impact investor sentiment.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Expectations for Icahn Enterprises are mixed, with uncertainty surrounding its ability to generate consistent profits. Investors will be watching closely for any signs of recovery or continued struggles.

Bull Case

If the company can demonstrate improved profitability and revenue growth, it could signal a turnaround, attracting more investor interest.

Bear Case

Continued losses or disappointing revenue figures could lead to further declines in stock price, as investors may lose confidence in the company's strategy.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What will the EPS figure be this quarter, and how does it compare to last quarter?

The EPS result will be crucial in determining whether the company is moving toward profitability or continuing its trend of losses.

What revenue growth can we expect, especially in key segments?

Revenue growth will indicate the company's ability to attract customers and generate sales, which is vital for its recovery.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may be underestimating the potential for Icahn Enterprises to recover, as recent cost-cutting measures could yield better-than-expected results.

Supporting Evidence

Despite recent losses, the company has a diverse portfolio that could benefit from economic recovery.

The options market suggests a significant move, indicating that investors are anticipating a surprise, either positive or negative.

Key Risk

If the EPS comes in above $0.10, it could challenge the current bearish sentiment and shift investor perception.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

This quarter's results will be pivotal in assessing whether Icahn Enterprises can stabilize its financial performance after a series of disappointing earnings.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $0.10 or higher would confirm a positive trajectory for the company.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS of -$0.50 or worse would reinforce concerns about ongoing losses.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±11.06%

Historical Avg

±4.2%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a significant move of about 11% in either direction, indicating heightened uncertainty ahead of the earnings report.

Options are pricing ±8.6% while IEP has averaged ±4.2% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.6%

30d HV

17.6%

Calls (384K)P/C Ratio: 0.05Puts (79K)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Icahn Enterprises beats expectations, the stock could rise significantly, potentially around 4.67% based on historical patterns, confirming a positive turnaround.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations, the stock may see a muted reaction, as investors remain cautious about the company's future.

Miss

A miss could lead to a decline of approximately 1.55%, as historical trends suggest that the market reacts negatively to earnings misses.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on cost-cutting measures and their impact on profitability.
2Insights into revenue performance across different business segments.
3Management's outlook on market conditions and growth opportunities.
4Details on any strategic initiatives or partnerships that could drive future growth.
5Responses to analyst questions regarding past performance and future guidance.

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Company Snapshot

Icahn Enterprises L.P. is an industrial conglomerate involved in various sectors, including energy, automotive, and real estate....

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a key indicator of the company's profitability and will help assess its financial health this quarter.

N/A

Revenue

Revenue figures will provide insight into the company's sales performance and overall market demand.

N/A

Wall Street expectations, options signals, track record, and call prep available with Pro.

Original Pre-Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

Avg EPS Surprise

-197.06%

Avg Stock Reaction

-1.27%

Last Quarter Recap

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Bull Case

If the company can demonstrate improved profitability and revenue growth, it could signal a turnaround, attracting more investor interest.

Bear Case

Continued losses or disappointing revenue figures could lead to further declines in stock price, as investors may lose confidence in the company's strategy.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What will the EPS figure be this quarter, and how does it compare to last quarter?

The EPS result will be crucial in determining whether the company is moving toward profitability or continuing its trend of losses.

What revenue growth can we expect, especially in key segments?

Revenue growth will indicate the company's ability to attract customers and generate sales, which is vital for its recovery.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may be underestimating the potential for Icahn Enterprises to recover, as recent cost-cutting measures could yield better-than-expected results.

Supporting Evidence

Despite recent losses, the company has a diverse portfolio that could benefit from economic recovery.

The options market suggests a significant move, indicating that investors are anticipating a surprise, either positive or negative.

Key Risk

If the EPS comes in above $0.10, it could challenge the current bearish sentiment and shift investor perception.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

This quarter's results will be pivotal in assessing whether Icahn Enterprises can stabilize its financial performance after a series of disappointing earnings.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $0.10 or higher would confirm a positive trajectory for the company.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS of -$0.50 or worse would reinforce concerns about ongoing losses.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±11.06%

Historical Avg

±4.2%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a significant move of about 11% in either direction, indicating heightened uncertainty ahead of the earnings report.

Options are pricing ±8.6% while IEP has averaged ±4.2% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.6%

30d HV

17.6%

Calls (384K)P/C Ratio: 0.05Puts (79K)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Icahn Enterprises beats expectations, the stock could rise significantly, potentially around 4.67% based on historical patterns, confirming a positive turnaround.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations, the stock may see a muted reaction, as investors remain cautious about the company's future.

Miss

A miss could lead to a decline of approximately 1.55%, as historical trends suggest that the market reacts negatively to earnings misses.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on cost-cutting measures and their impact on profitability.
2Insights into revenue performance across different business segments.
3Management's outlook on market conditions and growth opportunities.
4Details on any strategic initiatives or partnerships that could drive future growth.
5Responses to analyst questions regarding past performance and future guidance.