Viper Energy VP discloses initial share holdings

Viper Energy, Inc. officer William F. Krueger reported his initial holdings on a Form 3.

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Viper Energy, Inc. officer William F. Krueger reported his initial holdings on a Form 3. He directly holds 1,891.854 shares of Class A common stock and 5,486 restricted stock units, each convertible into one share. Of these units, 2,743 are scheduled to vest in two equal annual installments beginning on March 1, 2026.

Insider Trade Summary

1 transaction reported

Mixed 1 txn

Insider Krueger William F

Role VP, Gen Counsel and Sec

Type	Security	Shares	Price	Value
holding	Class A Common Stock	--	--	--

Holdings After Transaction: Class A Common Stock — 7,377.854 shares (Direct)

Footnotes (1)

1. F1. The reported securities consist of (i) 1,891.854 shares of the issuer's Class A common stock, par value $0.000001 per share (the "Common Stock"), and (ii) 5,486 restricted stock units, each representing a contingent right to receive one share of Common Stock. These restricted stock units were granted under the issuer's equity incentive plan. Of the 5,486 restricted stock units, 2,743 restricted stock units will vest in two remaining and equal annual installments beginning on March 1, 2026.

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What does Viper Energy (VNOM) executive William F. Krueger report on this Form 3?

William F. Krueger reports his initial ownership in Viper Energy. He directly holds 1,891.854 Class A common shares and 5,486 restricted stock units under the company’s equity incentive plan, establishing his baseline beneficial ownership as an officer.

How many Viper Energy (VNOM) shares and RSUs does William F. Krueger hold?

He holds 1,891.854 Class A common shares and 5,486 restricted stock units. Each restricted stock unit represents a contingent right to receive one share of common stock, subject to vesting conditions under the equity incentive plan.

When do William F. Krueger’s Viper Energy (VNOM) restricted stock units vest?

Of his 5,486 restricted stock units, 2,743 will vest in two remaining and equal annual installments beginning on March 1, 2026. Vesting is tied to the company’s equity incentive plan terms and continued eligibility.

What role does William F. Krueger hold at Viper Energy (VNOM) on this Form 3?

He is identified as Vice President, General Counsel and Secretary of Viper Energy. This officer role explains why he must report equity holdings, including common shares and restricted stock units, under insider ownership disclosure rules.

Does this Viper Energy (VNOM) Form 3 show any insider buying or selling by William F. Krueger?

The Form 3 reflects holdings, not trades, for William F. Krueger. It lists his existing common shares and restricted stock units, with no transaction code indicating a purchase or sale in the reported information.

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Accepted by SEC EDGAR 02/27/2026 - 04:12 PM Learn about SEC filing dates

SEC Form 3

FORM 3

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

INITIAL STATEMENT OF BENEFICIAL OWNERSHIP OF SECURITIES

Filed pursuant to Section 16(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
or Section 30(h) of the Investment Company Act of 1940

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1. Name and Address of Reporting Person^*

Krueger William F

(Last) (First) (Middle)

500 WEST TEXAS AVENUE

SUITE 100

(Street)

MIDLAND TX 79701

(City) (State) (Zip)

2. Date of Event Requiring Statement (Month/Day/Year)
02/18/2026

3. Issuer Name and Ticker or Trading Symbol
Viper Energy, Inc. [ VNOM ]

4. Relationship of Reporting Person(s) to Issuer
(Check all applicable)

	Director		10% Owner
X	Officer (give title below)		Other (specify below)
	VP, Gen Counsel and Sec

5. If Amendment, Date of Original Filed (Month/Day/Year)

6. Individual or Joint/Group Filing (Check Applicable Line)

X	Form filed by One Reporting Person
	Form filed by More than One Reporting Person

Table I - Non-Derivative Securities Beneficially Owned
1. Title of Security (Instr. 4)	2. Amount of Securities Beneficially Owned (Instr. 4)	3. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 5)	4. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 5)
Class A Common Stock	7,377.854(1)	D

Table II - Derivative Securities Beneficially Owned (e.g., puts, calls, warrants, options, convertible securities)
1. Title of Derivative Security (Instr. 4)	2. Date Exercisable and Expiration Date (Month/Day/Year)		3. Title and Amount of Securities Underlying Derivative Security (Instr. 4)		4. Conversion or Exercise Price of Derivative Security	5. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 5)	6. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 5)
	Date Exercisable	Expiration Date	Title	Amount or Number of Shares

Explanation of Responses:

1. The reported securities consist of (i) 1,891.854 shares of the issuer's Class A common stock, par value $0.000001 per share (the "Common Stock"), and (ii) 5,486 restricted stock units, each representing a contingent right to receive one share of Common Stock. These restricted stock units were granted under the issuer's equity incentive plan. Of the 5,486 restricted stock units, 2,743 restricted stock units will vest in two remaining and equal annual installments beginning on March 1, 2026.

Remarks:

Exhibit List: Exhibit 24.1 - Limited Power of Attorney

	/s/ William F. Krueger	02/27/2026
	** Signature of Reporting Person	Date
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