The use of convertible preferred stock as a form of payment provides some downside protection to sellers in the form of continuing dividends, while providing upside potential if the acquirer's common stock price increases above the conversion point.

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Convertible preferred stock allows sellers to receive dividends and also convert the stock into common shares if the price of the acquirer's stock increases, providing upside potential.

The Use of Convertible Preferred Stock as a Form of Payment