Transaction in Own Shares

Diversified Energy Company (NYSE: DEC) repurchased 300,000 common shares in the market on March 18, 2026 at a volume-weighted average price of $14.20 per share through Morgan Stanley & Co. LLC.

Rhea-AI Summary

Diversified Energy Company (NYSE: DEC) repurchased 300,000 common shares in the market on March 18, 2026 at a volume-weighted average price of $14.20 per share through Morgan Stanley & Co. LLC.

The repurchased shares will be cancelled, leaving 72,305,682 shares in issue and no shares held in treasury. Shareholders may use this post-cancellation figure for FCA Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules notification calculations.

Argus Mar 19 session

+8.22% close to close Open Argus

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News Market Reaction – DEC

In the Mar 19 session, DEC gained 8.22%, reflecting a notable positive market reaction.

Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.

Market Context

The stock moved +8.2% in the session following this news. A strong positive reaction aligns with the...

Analysis

The stock moved +8.2% in the session following this news. A strong positive reaction aligns with the company’s ongoing capital management, including the 300,000-share repurchase at $14.20 and prior buybacks linked to the recent secondary. History shows offerings and repurchases have driven aligned price moves. Investors may weigh this against the active Form S-3ASR resale shelf, which enables shareholder liquidity but provides no proceeds to the company.

Key Figures

Shares repurchased: 300,000 shares VWAP repurchase price: $14.20 per share Lowest price paid: $14.20 per share +5 more

Shares repurchased

300,000 shares

Buyback execution on March 18, 2026

VWAP repurchase price

$14.20 per share

March 18, 2026 buyback trade

Lowest price paid

$14.20 per share

March 18, 2026 buyback range

Highest price paid

$14.20 per share

March 18, 2026 buyback range

Shares outstanding post-cancel

72,305,682 shares

Shares in issue after cancellation of repurchased shares

Par value

$0.01 per share

Common stock par value in buyback announcement

Buyback trade date

March 18, 2026

Date of purchase in aggregated information table

Shares held in treasury

0 shares

No treasury shares after cancellation

Historical Context

5 past events · Latest: Mar 12

5 events

1. Mar 12

   Dividend declaration

   24h Move

   -0.4%

   Announced Q3 2025 dividend of $0.29 per share with FX election.

2. Mar 11

   Share repurchase

   24h Move

   +1.8%

   Repurchased 3,750,000 shares at $14.311 under buyback linked to EIG sale.

3. Mar 09

   Secondary offering

   24h Move

   -3.3%

   Priced 7,501,585-share secondary; company to repurchase part from underwriter.

4. Mar 09

   Offering announcement

   24h Move

   -3.3%

   Proposed secondary offering of 7,501,585 shares by EIG-managed funds.

5. Mar 05

   TR-1 notification

   24h Move

   -0.2%

   Barclays PLC reported a holdings threshold crossing at 5.26% total voting rights.

24h Move is the share-price change in the day after each event; other market factors may also have contributed.

Key Terms

volume-weighted average price, disclosure guidance and transparency rules

2 terms

volume-weighted average price financial

"the Company has purchased 300,000 shares ... at a volume-weighted average price of $14.20 per Share"

Volume-weighted average price (VWAP) is the average price of a stock over a specific time period where each trade is weighted by the number of shares traded, so larger trades influence the average more than small ones. Investors and traders use VWAP as a reference point to judge whether trades are happening at relatively good or poor prices—like checking the average price paid for an item at a market where bulk purchases count more than single-item buys.

disclosure guidance and transparency rules regulatory

"determine if they are required to notify their interest ... under the FCA's Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules."

Disclosure guidance and transparency rules are the standards and regulations that require companies to share clear, timely information about their finances, risks, operations and material events. They matter to investors because consistent, honest reporting is like a car’s dashboard — it reveals the data you need to judge safety and performance and make informed buying or selling decisions. Strong disclosure reduces surprises and helps keep markets fair and efficient.

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DIVERSIFIED ENERGY COMPANY

("Diversified", or the "Company")

DIVERSIFIED ENERGY COMPANY (NYSE: DEC; LSE: DEC) announces that, in accordance with the terms of its share buyback announced on February 26, 2026, the Company has purchased 300,000 shares of common stock, par value $0.01 per share, of the Company (the "Shares") in the market at a volume-weighted average price of  $14.20 per Share through  Morgan Stanley & Co. LLC. The Shares repurchased will, in due course, be cancelled.

Aggregated Information

Date of Purchase:	March 18, 2026
Aggregate Number of Shares Purchased:	300,000
Lowest Price Paid per Share (USD):	$14.20
Highest Price Paid per Share (USD):	$14.20
Volume-Weighted Average Price Paid per Share (USD):	$14.20

Following the cancellation of Shares, Diversified will have 72,305,682 Shares in issue, and no Shares are held in treasury. This figure of 72,305,682 Shares may be used by shareholders as the denominator for the calculations by which they will determine if they are required to notify their interest in, or a change to their interest in, the Company under the FCA's Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules.

For further information, please contact:

Diversified Energy Company	+1 973 856 2757
Doug Kris	dkris@dgoc.com
Senior Vice President, Investor Relations & Corporate Communications	www.div.energy

About Diversified Energy Company

Diversified is a leading publicly traded energy company focused on acquiring, operating, and optimizing cash generating energy assets. Through our differentiated strategy, we acquire existing, long-life assets and invest in them to improve environmental and operational performance until retiring those assets in a safe and environmentally secure manner. Recognized by ratings agencies and organizations for our sustainability leadership, this solutions-oriented, stewardship approach makes Diversified the Right Company at the Right Time to responsibly produce energy, deliver reliable free cash flow, and generate shareholder value.

FAQ

How many shares did Diversified Energy (DEC) repurchase on March 18, 2026?

Diversified Energy repurchased 300,000 shares on March 18, 2026. According to the company, the shares were bought in the market through Morgan Stanley at a $14.20 volume-weighted average price per share and will be cancelled.

What is the impact of the March 18, 2026 buyback on DEC's shares outstanding?

Following cancellation, Diversified Energy will have 72,305,682 shares in issue. According to the company, no shares will be held in treasury and shareholders should use this denominator for FCA notification calculations.

At what price did Diversified Energy (DEC) purchase the shares on March 18, 2026?

The company bought the shares at a volume-weighted average price of $14.20 per share. According to the company, the lowest, highest and VWAP on that date were all reported as $14.20.

Will the repurchased DEC shares be cancelled or held in treasury?

Diversified Energy said the repurchased shares will be cancelled and no shares will be held in treasury. This confirms the company does not plan to retain the shares as treasury stock after repurchase.

How can DEC shareholders use the new shares in issue figure for FCA rules?

Shareholders may use the post-cancellation figure of 72,305,682 shares to determine FCA notification obligations. According to the company, this number serves as the denominator for Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules calculations.