Acuity Brands, Inc. reported unaudited consolidated earnings results for the first quarter ended November 30, 2018. For the quarter, Net Sales were $932.6 million against $842.8 million a year ago. Operating profit was $116.4 million against $120.2 million a year ago. Income before income taxes was $106.4 million against $110.9 million a year ago. Net income was $79.6 million against $71.5 million a year ago. Basic earnings per share was $1.99 million against $1.71 million a year ago. Diluted earnings per share was $1.98 against $1.70 a year ago.