Form 3 Filing and Limited Power of Attorney for Todd N. Scruggs

This filing includes a Form 3, which reports initial beneficial ownership of securities. Todd N. Scruggs, SVP, CFO of Helmerich & Payne, Inc., holds 42,131 shares of Common Stock. The filing also contains a Limited Power of Attorney document, dated June 18, 2026, granting authority to specific individuals (Cara Hair, Debra Stockton, William H. Gault, Karsten Irwin, and Sheli Friend) to act on Mr. Scruggs' behalf. This authority includes executing necessary documents for electronic SEC filings, such as Form ID, and taking any other actions deemed beneficial or legally required. The power of attorney remains in effect until Mr. Scruggs is no longer required to file Form ID or until earlier revoked in writing. The signature date on the Form 3 is July 8, 2026, with the power of attorney executed by Karsten Irwin on behalf of Todd N. Scruggs.