Texas Pacific Land Corporation Announces Passing of Board Member Murray Stahl

On April 9, 2026, Texas Pacific Land Corporation (TPL) announced the passing of Murray Stahl, a member of its Board of Directors. Stahl was also the CEO, Chairman of the Board, and Chief Investment Strategist of Horizon Kinetics Holding Corporation, TPL's largest shareholder. TPL's CEO, Ty Glover, and Board Chairman, Rhys Best, expressed their condolences and highlighted Stahl's significant contributions and visionary leadership in transforming TPL into a major energy company. Stahl had been a long-time advocate for TPL, believing in its potential even when it was a little-known trust. The company recognized his dedication and the privilege of working alongside him. TPL is one of the largest landowners in Texas, with significant holdings in the Permian Basin, generating revenue through various land-related activities including royalties, easements, and material sales, without being an oil and gas producer.