EARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS)

3 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2018

Basic EPS is calculated using the weighted average number of common shares outstanding during the period. Diluted EPS is calculated using the weighted average number of common shares outstanding during the period plus shares issuable upon the assumed exercise of dilutive common share options and vesting of performance-accelerated restricted shares (restricted shares) by using the treasury stock method.

The number of shares used in the calculation of earnings per share for each period presented is as follows (in thousands):

	Three Months Ended December 31,
	2018		2017

Weighted Average Shares Outstanding - Basic		25,911		25,836
Dilutive Options and Restricted Shares		209		244
Adjusted Shares - Diluted		26,120		26,080