Viper Energy reports 128% production growth, announces $337M Riverbend acquisition

Filed May 6, 2026 · Period ending March 31, 2026 · ~1 min read

Key Changes

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  Q1 2026 production surged 128% YoY to 130,711 BOE/d, driving royalty income up $252M (103%) to $496M despite weaker gas prices. Management raised 2026 production outlook to 126-130 MBOE/d.

  MD&A: Q1 2026 Financial Results verify on EDGAR →
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  Announced $337M cash + 3.7M share acquisition of Riverbend Oil & Gas IX, adding 3,064 net royalty acres in Permian Basin. Transaction expected to close Q3 2026.

  MD&A: Pending Riverbend Acquisition verify on EDGAR →
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  Divested non-Permian assets for $610M, eliminating $500M Term Loan and $90M revolver balance. Liquidity stands at $1.51B with minimal debt usage.

  MD&A: Non-Permian Divestiture verify on EDGAR →