Viper Energy upsizes and extends credit facility

Viper Energy, Inc. entered into a first amendment to its existing credit agreement, extending the revolving credit facility’s maturity date from June 12, 2030 to June 12, 2031.

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Viper Energy, Inc. entered into a first amendment to its existing credit agreement, extending the revolving credit facility’s maturity date from June 12, 2030 to June 12, 2031. The amendment also increases total lender commitments from $1.5 billion to $2.0 billion, providing additional borrowing capacity.

The amendment further decreases the interest rate applicable to loans and reduces certain fees under the facility, which should lower the company’s future borrowing costs under this agreement. Other technical provisions of the credit agreement were also updated as set out in the full amendment.

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Viper extends and upsizes its main credit facility while lowering pricing.

Viper Energy amended its credit agreement to push the maturity out to June 12, 2031 and increase total commitments from $1.5 billion to $2.0 billion. This provides more committed liquidity capacity from its lending group.

The amendment also decreases the interest rate on borrowings and certain related fees, which can reduce ongoing financing costs when the facility is drawn. Actual impact depends on how much of the facility the company uses over time and future benchmark interest rates.

The facility remains led by Wells Fargo Bank, National Association as administrative agent, with many lenders having broader banking relationships with Viper and its subsidiaries. Subsequent disclosures in periodic reports can show how much of this expanded capacity is utilized and under what conditions.

8-K Event Classification

3 items: 1.01, 2.03, 9.01

3 items

Item 1.01 Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement Business

The company signed a significant contract such as a merger agreement, credit facility, or major partnership.

Item 2.03 Creation of a Direct Financial Obligation or an Obligation under an Off-Balance Sheet Arrangement Financial

The company incurred a new significant debt or off-balance-sheet obligation.

Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits Exhibits

Financial statements, pro forma financial information, or exhibit attachments filed with this report.

Key Figures

Total commitments before amendment: $1.5 billion Total commitments after amendment: $2.0 billion Original maturity date: June 12, 2030 +1 more

4 metrics

Total commitments before amendment $1.5 billion Credit agreement commitments prior to first amendment

Total commitments after amendment $2.0 billion Credit agreement commitments after first amendment

Original maturity date June 12, 2030 Previous stated maturity of the credit facility

New maturity date June 12, 2031 Extended maturity of the amended credit facility

Key Terms

Material Definitive Agreement, Credit Agreement, total commitments, maturity date, +1 more

5 terms

Material Definitive Agreement regulatory

"Item 1.01 Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement."

A material definitive agreement is a legally binding contract that creates major, long‑term obligations or rights for a company, such as loans, asset sales, mergers, or supplier deals. Think of it like a mortgage or lease for a business: it can change future cash flow, risk and control, so investors watch these agreements closely because they can materially affect a company’s value, financial health and stock price.

Credit Agreement financial

"entered into a first amendment to the credit agreement with Viper Energy Partners LP"

A credit agreement is a written loan contract between a borrower and a bank or other lender that lays out how much money can be borrowed, the interest rate, repayment schedule, fees, and the rules the borrower must follow. For investors, it matters because those terms affect a company’s cash costs, borrowing flexibility and risk of default — similar to how a mortgage’s rules determine a homeowner’s monthly budget and freedom to make changes.

total commitments financial

"increased the total commitments under the Credit Agreement from $1.5 billion to $2.0 billion"

maturity date financial

"extended the maturity date from June 12, 2030 to June 12, 2031"

The maturity date is the specific day when a loan, bond, or investment reaches its full term and the borrower must repay the borrowed amount in full. It is important for investors because it indicates when they will receive their initial money back and can plan their future financial steps accordingly. Think of it as the due date for a loan or the day a gift card or coupon expires.

Administrative Agent financial

"Wells Fargo Bank, National Association, as administrative agent"

An administrative agent is a bank or financial firm appointed to handle the day-to-day paperwork and communication for a group of lenders on a loan or credit agreement, acting as the central point for collecting payments, distributing funds, monitoring covenants, and sharing information. For investors, the administrative agent matters because it influences how quickly lenders receive updates, how smoothly repayments and waivers are handled, and how effectively the lending group enforces terms — think of it as a property manager coordinating tasks for multiple owners.

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What did Viper Energy (VNOM) change in its credit agreement?

Viper Energy signed a first amendment to its existing credit agreement. It extends the facility’s maturity to June 12, 2031, increases total lender commitments to $2.0 billion, and lowers the interest rate and some related fees on borrowings under the facility.

How much did Viper Energy (VNOM) increase its credit facility size?

Total commitments under Viper Energy’s credit agreement rose from $1.5 billion to $2.0 billion. This $500 million increase expands the company’s available borrowing capacity from its lending group for future funding needs, subject to the agreement’s usual terms and conditions.

When does Viper Energy’s amended credit facility now mature?

After the amendment, Viper Energy’s revolving credit facility now matures on June 12, 2031. This replaces the prior maturity date of June 12, 2030, giving the company an additional year of committed bank financing under the same overarching credit agreement structure.

Did the amendment affect Viper Energy’s borrowing costs under the facility?

Yes. The amendment decreases the interest rate applicable to loans and reduces certain fees under the credit agreement. These changes may lower Viper Energy’s financing costs when it draws on the facility, depending on future usage and prevailing reference interest benchmarks.

Who are the main parties to Viper Energy’s amended credit agreement?

The amended credit agreement includes Viper Energy, Inc. as parent guarantor, VNOM Sub, Inc. as guarantor, Viper Energy Partners LP as borrower, various lenders and guarantors, and Wells Fargo Bank, National Association, which continues to serve as the administrative agent for the lending group.

Does Viper Energy disclose other relationships with lenders in this amendment?

Viper notes that many lenders and their affiliates have previously provided investment banking, financial advisory, lending, commercial banking, or other services. They may continue providing such services to Viper Energy and its subsidiaries in the future, receiving customary compensation and expense reimbursement for this work.

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Accepted by SEC EDGAR 06/15/2026 - 04:19 PM

UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): June 12, 2026

VIPER ENERGY, INC.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

DE	001-42807	39-2596878
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)	(Commission File Number)	(IRS Employer Identification No.)

500 West Texas Ave.
Suite 100
Midland, TX		79701
(Address of principal executive offices)		(Zip Code)

(432) 221-7400

Registrant's telephone number, including area code

Not Applicable

(Former name or former address, if changed since last report.)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

¨ Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

¨ Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

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¨ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each class	Trading Symbol(s)	Name of each exchange on which registered
Class A Common Stock, $ 0.000001 Par Value	VNOM	The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC
		(NASDAQ Global Select Market)

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company ¨

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

Item 1.01 Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement.

On June 12, 2026, Viper Energy, Inc., as the parent guarantor (the “Company”) and VNOM Sub, Inc., as a guarantor, entered into a first amendment (the “Amendment”) to the credit agreement with Viper Energy Partners LP, as borrower (the “Borrower”), the lenders and other guarantors named therein and Wells Fargo Bank, National Association, as administrative agent (the “Administrative Agent”) (as amended, supplemented or otherwise modified to the date thereof and as further amended by the Amendment, the “Credit Agreement”). The Amendment, among other things, (i) extended the maturity date from June 12, 2030 to June 12, 2031, (ii) increased the total commitments under the Credit Agreement from $1.5 billion to $2.0 billion, and (iii) amended certain other provisions of the Credit Agreement as set out in the Amendment. Additionally, the Amendment decreased the interest rate applicable to loans and certain fees payable under the Credit Agreement.

The foregoing description of the Amendment does not purport to be complete and is qualified in its entirety by the full text of the Amendment attached hereto as Exhibit 10.1 and incorporated herein by reference.

Many of the lenders under the Credit Agreement and/or their affiliates have in the past performed, and may in the future from time to time perform, investment banking, financial advisory, lending and/or commercial banking services, or other services for the Company and its subsidiaries (including in connection with the transactions described in this Current Report on Form 8-K), for which they have received, and may in the future receive, customary compensation and expense reimbursement.

Item 2.03. Creation of a Direct Financial Obligation or an Obligation under an Off-Balance Sheet Arrangement of a Registrant.

The information included in Item 1.01 above is hereby incorporated by reference in its entirety into this Item 2.03.

Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(d) Exhibits

Exhibit Number		Description
10.1*		First Amendment to Credit Agreement, dated as of June 12, 2026, by and among the Company, VNOM Sub, Inc., the Borrower, the lenders and guarantors party thereto, and Wells Fargo Bank, National Association, as Administrative Agent.
104		Cover Page Interactive Data File (formatted as Inline XBRL).

*	Schedules have been omitted pursuant to Item 601(a)(5) of Regulation S-K promulgated by the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”). The Company agrees to furnish supplementally a copy of any omitted schedule or exhibit to the SEC upon request.

SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

		VIPER ENERGY, INC.

Date:	June 15, 2026
		By:	/s/ Teresa L. Dick
		Name:	Teresa L. Dick
		Title:	Chief Financial Officer, Executive Vice President and Assistant Secretary

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Viper Energy upsizes and extends credit facility

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