BREAKING: Icahn Refutes Ackman's Claim, Buys 2.3 Million More Shares In Herbalife

Carl Icahn issued a statement this afternoon about his stake in Herbalife Ltd. HLF.

Icahn refuted Bill Ackman's earlier claims that he would sell, and announced he'd purchased 2.3 million additional shares of stock.

"I continue to believe in Herbalife," the statement said.

Benzinga Professional broke news of an impending announcement seven minutes ahead of the release. 

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