Short-Term Borrowings (Notes)

6 Months Ended

Feb. 28, 2014

Short-term Debt [Abstract]

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Short-Term Borrowings

The Company has an unsecured, uncommitted $25 million credit line with Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. As of March 1, 2014, the term of this credit facility was renewed and extended to March 1, 2015. Interest rates are set by the bank at the time of borrowing. The Company had zero and $9 million in borrowings outstanding under this credit line as of February 28, 2014 and August 31, 2013. The credit agreement contains various representations and warranties, events of default and financial and other covenants, including covenants regarding maintenance of a minimum fixed charge ratio and a maximum leverage ratio.