EARNINGS PER SHARE

6 Months Ended

Jun. 30, 2018

Basic EPS is computed based upon the weighted average number of common shares outstanding during each period. Diluted EPS is computed on the basis of the weighted average number of common shares outstanding plus the potential dilutive effect of certain share-based compensation awards as if they were converted into common shares. The dilutive effect of unvested RSU and performance share awards is calculated using the treasury stock method. RSU and performance share awards are included in basic weighted average common shares outstanding as of the date that all necessary vesting conditions have been satisfied.

The following table sets forth the components of basic and diluted EPS:



Eversource (Millions of Dollars, except share information)	For the Three Months Ended				For the Six Months Ended
Eversource (Millions of Dollars, except share information)	June 30, 2018		June 30, 2017		June 30, 2018		June 30, 2017
Net Income Attributable to Common Shareholders	$	242.8	$	230.7	$	512.3	$	490.2
Weighted Average Common Shares Outstanding:
Basic	317,344,596		317,391,365		317,370,825		317,427,258
Dilutive Effect	540,591		555,829		568,269		608,606
Diluted	317,885,187		317,947,194		317,939,094		318,035,864
Basic and Diluted EPS	$	0.76	$	0.72	$	1.61	$	1.54