Alphabet Finalizes $8.375B Series B Mandatory Convertible Preferred Stock Offering for AI Infrastructure

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Alphabet has finalized the terms for its $8.375 billion Series B Mandatory Convertible Preferred Stock offering, a key component of its larger capital raise to fund massive investments in AI infrastructure and global compute.

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• Offering Details Finalized

  Alphabet is offering 167.5 million Series B Depositary Shares at $50.00 per share, representing a 1/20th interest in 6.25% Series B Mandatory Convertible Preferred Stock. Gross proceeds are $8.375 billion, potentially increasing to $9.5 billion if the over-allotment option is fully exercised.

• Mandatory Conversion to Class C Stock

  The preferred stock will mandatorily convert into Class C Capital Stock (GOOG) on May 15, 2029, with conversion rates dependent on the Class C stock price at that time. Dividends will be paid at an annual rate of 6.25% on the $1,000 liquidation preference per preferred share.

• Strategic Use of Proceeds

  Net proceeds will primarily fund capital expenditures for scaling AI infrastructure and global compute, part of an expected $180-$190 billion in capital expenditures for 2026, with further increases in 2027.

• Part of Larger Capital Raise

  This offering is one component of a previously announced, larger capital raise totaling approximately $84.75 billion, which includes a concurrent $18 billion common stock offering, an $8.6 billion Series A Mandatory Convertible Preferred Stock offering, a $40 billion At-The-Market (ATM) program, and a $10 billion private placement with Berkshire Hathaway.

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This filing finalizes the terms and pricing for a significant tranche of Alphabet's recently announced multi-billion dollar capital raise. The $8.375 billion (up to $9.5 billion) from this Series B Mandatory Convertible Preferred Stock offering, combined with other concurrent offerings, will provide substantial capital for the company's aggressive investment in AI infrastructure and global compute. While the mandatory conversion will lead to dilution for existing common shareholders, the capital infusion is critical for Alphabet's strategic growth initiatives in the highly competitive AI space, signaling a strong commitment to expanding its technological capabilities.