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Derivatives
3 Months Ended
Aug. 31, 2022
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosure [Abstract]  
Derivatives
11. DERIVATIVES
We operate on a global basis and are exposed to the risk that our financial condition, results of operations and cash flows could be adversely affected by changes in foreign currency exchange rates. To reduce the potential effects of foreign currency exchange rate movements on net earnings, we enter into derivative financial instruments in the form of foreign currency exchange forward contracts with major financial institutions.
Derivatives Not Designated as Hedging Instruments
We forecast our net exposure in various receivables and payables to fluctuations in the value of various currencies, and we enter into approximately 11 foreign currency forward contracts each month to mitigate that exposure. These contracts are recorded net at fair value on our consolidated balance sheets, classified as Level 2 in the fair value hierarchy; gains and losses from these contracts were recognized in other income in our consolidated statements of income. The notional amount of forward contracts in place was $18,221,000 and $4,424,000 as of August 31, 2022 and May 31, 2022, respectively.
(In thousands)
                  
Fair Value of Derivatives Not Designated as Hedging Instruments
  
Balance Sheet Location
  
August 31, 2022
    
May 31, 2022
 
Foreign currency forward contracts, net
   Prepaid and Other    $ 421      $ (78
The location and amount of gains from derivatives not designated as hedging instruments in our consolidated statements of income were as follows:
 
(In thousands)
                  
Derivatives Not Designated as Hedging Instruments
  
Location in statements of income
  
August 31, 2022
    
August 31, 2021
 
Foreign currency forward contracts
   Other income (expense)    $ 882      $ 521