Viper Energy acquires Riverbend Oil & Gas for expanded Midland and Delaware Basin footprint

Type: Acquisition · Technology: Oil Gas · Country: United States · Announced: 2026-05-15

Viper Energy completed the acquisition of Riverbend Oil & Gas, adding approximately 3,000 net royalty acres and 4,000 boe/d of production across core Midland and Delaware Basin acreage. The bolt-on transaction expands Viper's footprint in two of the most productive U.S. shale plays, enhancing near-term production visibility and cash flow growth. Riverbend's assets include both developed and undeveloped drilling locations with multi-year inventory potential. The deal is expected to close in Q2 2026 following customary closing conditions. RBC Capital Markets served as financial advisor to Viper Energy on the transaction.

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