Chase Corporation reported earnings results for the first quarter ended November 30, 2016. The company reported revenue of $61.36 million for the quarter ended November 30, 2016. This is an increase of $3.88 million, or 7%, compared to $57.48 million recognized in the same quarter of the prior fiscal year. Net income of $10.36 million for the current quarter increased $2.91 million, or 39%, from $7.45 million in the prior year first quarter. Earnings per diluted share of $1.10 for the first quarter of fiscal 2017 represented an increase of $0.30, or 38%, compared to $0.80 per diluted share in fiscal 2016. Adjusted EBITDA for the current quarter increased $3.81 million, or 26%, to $18.42 million compared to $14.61 million in the first quarter of last year. Operating income was $13.705 million against $10.886 million a year ago. Income before income taxes was $14.650 million against $11.636 million a year ago. EBITDA was $18.407 million against $15.275 million a year ago.