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From: Sr K3/13/2023 12:42:56 AM
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Carl Icahn

Carl Icahn Prepares for Proxy Fight at Illumina

Billionaire activist seeks three seats on biotech’s board

Illumina was revered for its DNA-sequencing capabilities and was valued at more than $70 billion in summer 2021.PHOTO: ILLUMINA INC/VIA REUTERS

By Lauren Thomas

and Cara Lombardo

Updated March 12, 2023 10:50 pm ET

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Carl Icahn is preparing a proxy fight at Illumina Inc., arguing the biotechnology company cost its shareholders roughly $50 billion by plowing ahead with a risky acquisition despite opposition from regulators.

The billionaire activist plans to nominate three people to the San Diego company’s board, according to a letter Mr. Icahn plans to send to Illumina’s shareholders Monday that was viewed by The Wall Street Journal.

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