Form 4 Filing for EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORP

This filing details stock transactions by Phil E. Mulacek, a director and 10% owner of EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORP. On October 9, 2026, Mulacek acquired 5,878 shares of Common Stock at a weighted average price of $3.0774. Subsequent purchases occurred on October 12, 14, and 15, 2026, involving 20,073, 69,427, and 2,603 shares respectively, at weighted average prices of $3.1996 and $3.20. These transactions were made through Petroleum Independent & Exploration LLC. Following these acquisitions, the post-transaction shares owned by Mulacek, directly and indirectly through various trusts and entities including Big Red Revocable Trust, Five Sterling LP, and by spouse, amount to a significant total. The filing also notes that the reporting person will provide further details on specific purchase prices upon request. The reporting owner