Segment Information (Tables)

6 Months Ended

Nov. 30, 2017

Segment Reporting [Abstract]

Results of Reportable Segments

The following tables reflect the results of our reportable segments consistent with our management philosophy, and represent the information we utilize, in conjunction with various strategic, operational and other financial performance criteria, in evaluating the performance of our portfolio of businesses.  

	Three Months Ended						Six Months Ended
	November 30,			November 30,			November 30,			November 30,
	2017			2016			2017			2016
	(In thousands)
Net Sales
Industrial Segment	$	702,905		$	633,429		$	1,432,673		$	1,309,269
Consumer Segment		415,431			373,774			842,575			773,661
Specialty Segment		197,080			183,567			385,562			359,903
Consolidated	$	1,315,416		$	1,190,770		$	2,660,810		$	2,442,833
Income Before Income Taxes
Industrial Segment	$	67,696		$	50,291		$	156,598		$	139,557
Consumer Segment		45,085			(140,575	)		117,453			(70,487	)
Specialty Segment		34,439			31,160			67,606			61,664
Corporate/Other		(38,039	)		(47,733	)		(77,192	)		(89,116	)
Consolidated	$	109,181		$	(106,857	)	$	264,465		$	41,618