Consolidated Graphics predicts profit within expected range

Consolidated Graphics Inc. on Wednesday forecast fiscal first-quarter profit consistent with Wall Street expectations, after fiscal fourth-quarter earnings soared for the commercial printing company.

Consolidated Graphics forecast earnings per share of $1.10 and $1.20, compared with the $1.14 expected by analysts polled by Thomson Financial.

Consolidated Graphics also predicted revenue between $300 million and $310 million.

Separately, Consolidated Graphics said fiscal fourth-quarter profit soared, as gains from acquisitions lifted results.