computer sciences FY 2001 Q3

Computer Sciences Corporation (CSC) reported financial results for the third quarter of fiscal year 2001, ended December 29, 2000. Revenues increased 12.9% to $2.7 billion due to growth in the federal government vertical market and commercial outsourcing. Earnings before special items increased 9.6% to $122.9 million. Major new business awards totaled $1.8 billion for the quarter. For the nine-month period, revenues increased 12.2% to $7.6 billion and earnings before special items increased 13.1% to $327.9 million, though results were impacted by currency effects and restructuring costs. CSC also discussed several new contracts and engagements.