The total proceeds from the sale of which type of stock are shown on the balance sheet?

In the context of corporate finance and balance sheets, the total proceeds from the sale of preferred stock are indeed reflected on the balance sheet. Preferred stock represents an equity investment that comes with a fixed dividend and typically has a higher claim on assets than common stock in the event of liquidation. When a company issues preferred stock, the total proceeds generated from the issuance are recorded in the equity section of the balance sheet.

This distinguishes preferred stock from common stock, although both are equity instruments. While common stock also appears on the balance sheet, it does not specifically pertain to the question of which stock's proceeds are explicitly recorded in this manner. Convertible bonds and warrants are not considered stock, but rather financial instruments or securities that may convert into stock; thus, they would not have their sale proceeds recorded as equity on the balance sheet in the same way as preferred stock.