In companies like this, people are looking for change, ... The hedge funds come in and they're going to bet that this is something that will push the stock price up. And it's a decent bet. Icahn's name is important because of the history that he will get something done.
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Normally, you buy back a lot of stock when you don't think there's any reason to invest in your own company, ... Parsons hasn't ruled out Icahn's suggestions, but it's clear he wants his flexibility.