Acuity Brands, Inc. announced earnings results for the first quarter ended November 30, 2019. For the first quarter, the company announced sales was USD 834.7 million compared to USD 932.6 million a year ago. Operating income was USD 83.6 million compared to USD 116.4 million a year ago. Net income was USD 57 million compared to USD 79.6 million a year ago. Basic earnings per share was USD 1.44 compared to USD 1.99 a year ago. Diluted earnings per share was USD 1.44 compared to USD 1.98 a year ago.