Alphabet's new dividend is helping reassure Meta-spooked tech investors

Alphabet is joining its tech peers like Microsoft, Apple, and Meta in the dividend club.Its $0.20 dividend is its first ever, and it also authorized an additional $70 billion in buybacks.The news could ease concerns of some tech investors spooked by Meta's earnings Wednesday. NEW LOOK Sign up to get the inside scoop on today’s biggest stories in markets, tech, and business — delivered daily. Read preview Thanks for signing up! Access your favorite topics in a personalized feed while you're on the ...