Alphabet (GOOG) Raises Dividend to $0.22, Offers 6% Yield

Alphabet (GOOG) increased its dividend from $0.20 to $0.22 per share, resulting in an approximate yield of 0.24%. The company recently raised $85 billion through equity issuance, with 20% in mandatory convertible preferred stock that yields over 6%. These new preferred shares will convert to common stock on May 15, 2029, potentially impacting dividend yields significantly. Investors should be aware of the conversion rates and their implications on share value at various price points.