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DERIVATIVES (Tables)
9 Months Ended
May 31, 2020
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosure [Abstract]  
Commodity contract commitments
The following table provides information regarding the Company's commodity contract commitments at May 31, 2020:
CommodityLong/ShortTotal
AluminumLong2,300   MT
AluminumShort1,100   MT
CopperLong318   MT
CopperShort4,990   MT
ElectricityLong2,000,000  MW(h)
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MT = Metric Ton
MW(h) = Megawatt hour
Derivatives not designated as hedging instruments
The following table summarizes activity related to the Company's derivative instruments not designated as hedging instruments recognized in the condensed consolidated statements of earnings. All other activity related to the Company's derivative instruments and hedged items was immaterial for the periods presented. 
Three Months Ended May 31,Nine Months Ended May 31,
Derivatives Not Designated as Hedging Instruments (in thousands)Location2020201920202019
CommodityCost of goods sold$1,465  $3,408  $1,881  $143  
Foreign exchangeSG&A expenses(890) (72) (870) (472) 
Gain (loss) before income taxes$575  $3,336  $1,011  $(329)