BlackRock, Inc. Increases Stake in Viper Energy Inc to 9.8%

On April 24, 2026, BlackRock, Inc. filed a Schedule 13G/A with the SEC, reporting a significant increase in its stake in Viper Energy Inc (VNOM). As of the event date on March 31, 2026, BlackRock beneficially owns 17,305,981 shares of Class A Stock, representing a 9.8% ownership interest in the company. This filing marks an amendment to previous holdings, showing a substantial rise from a prior reported ownership of 0.0%. Of the total shares held, BlackRock reports sole voting power over 15,769,129 shares and sole dispositive power over the full 17,305,981 shares. The filing indicates that the securities were acquired in the ordinary course of business and are not held for the purpose of influencing or changing the control of the issuer. Various subsidiaries under the BlackRock umbrella are identified as having the right to receive dividends or proceeds from these shares, though no single entity's interest exceeds 5% of the total outstanding common stock. The reporting person is classified as a parent holding company.