Amplify Energy Corp.: Amplify Energy Announces Closing of Oklahoma Divestiture

HOUSTON, Dec. 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Amplify Energy Corp. (NYSE: AMPY) ("Amplify," the "Company," "us," or "our") announced today that it closed the previously announced transaction to sell its interests in Oklahoma for a contract price of $92.5 million, subject to customary post-closing adjustments.

With proceeds from its East Texas and Oklahoma divestitures, the Company has eliminated all debt outstanding under its current revolving credit facility, which is being amended for the pro-forma Company. The Company expects to close the amended credit facility by December 31^st-

Dan Furbee, Amplify's Chief Executive Officer commented, "We are excited to have completed the closings of the East Texas and Oklahoma transactions in coordination with the Company's previously announced strategic plan to simplify its portfolio. With an improved balance sheet, the Company intends to focus its resources on its highest upside assets. Furthermore, after closing these transactions, Amplify expects to materially reduce G&A costs. We believe Amplify will be well positioned to create significant upside value at both Beta and Bairoil."

Mr. Furbee continued, "I want to thank our talented and dedicated teams for the significant effort they have put forth on these transactions in addition to their continued commitment to safe and efficient operations."

About Amplify Energy

Amplify Energy Corp. is an independent oil company engaged in the acquisition, development, exploitation and production of oil. Amplify's operations are focused in Beta (Pacific Offshore Continental Shelf) and Bairoil (Rockies). For more information, visit www.amplifyenergy.com.

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