The dividend yield of Pink Company increased at the end of 2012. Reasons the dividend yield rose could include all of the following except:

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Dividend yield is calculated as the annual dividends per share divided by the price per share. If the dividend increases or the stock price decreases, the dividend yield increases. However, if the stock price increases, the dividend yield decreases, assuming the dividend payment remains constant.

The Dividend Yield of Pink Company Increased at the End