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AcquisitionsJul 1, 2026, 04:39 PM

Viper Energy Completes Riverbend Acquisition for $337M Cash + 3.7M Shares

AI Summary

Viper Energy, Inc. announced the completion of its previously announced acquisition of Riverbend Oil & Gas IX, L.L.C. The transaction involved a payment of $337 million in cash and the issuance of approximately 3.7 million shares of Viper's Class A common stock. The cash component was financed through a combination of existing cash and borrowings from the company's credit facility.

Key Highlights

  • Viper Energy completed the acquisition of Riverbend Oil & Gas IX, L.L.C.
  • Acquisition consideration included $337 million in cash.
  • Approximately 3.7 million shares of Viper's Class A common stock were issued.
  • Cash portion funded by cash on hand and credit facility borrowings.