The following table shows the computation of basic and diluted net earnings per share for fiscal 2025, 2024, and 2023:
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For the years ended August 31, |
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($ and shares in thousands, except per share amounts) |
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2025 |
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2024 |
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2023 |
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Numerator: |
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Net earnings |
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$ |
74,052 |
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$ |
66,257 |
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$ |
72,379 |
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Denominator: |
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Weighted average shares outstanding |
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10,859 |
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10,976 |
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11,003 |
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Diluted effect of stock equivalents |
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59 |
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41 |
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59 |
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Weighted average shares outstanding assuming dilution |
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10,918 |
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11,017 |
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11,062 |
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Basic net earnings per share |
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$ |
6.82 |
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$ |
6.04 |
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$ |
6.58 |
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Diluted net earnings per share |
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$ |
6.78 |
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$ |
6.01 |
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$ |
6.54 |
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