Consolidated Graphics Reports Results for the Second Quarter Ended September 30, 2000.

Business Editors

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 25, 2000

Consolidated Graphics, Inc. (NYSE:CGX) today announced financial results for the second quarter ended September 30, 2000.

Total revenues for the second quarter increased $19.6 million or 13% over the prior year to $172.5 million. Year-to-date revenues for the first half of this fiscal year, which ends March 31, 2001, increased $47.3 million or 16% to $346.0 million. Operating income and net income for the quarter were $18.4 million and $7.9 million respectively, compared to $20.9 million and $10.8 million in the prior year. Operating margins improved to 10.7%, up slightly over the first quarter. On a per share basis, earnings were $.61 per diluted share for the second quarter, compared to $.68 per diluted share in the same period last year.

"Our outstanding network of printing companies continues to generate improved revenues, as we focus on our growth strategies of building market share, while expanding our digital media initiatives through our new business unit, CGXmedia, " commented Joe R. Davis, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. "Although margins have been impacted by these focused efforts, our diligent investments in technology and people, combined with our strategic alliances and strong national account base, provide a firm foundation for the future growth and profitability of Consolidated Graphics."

Charles White, President and Chief Operating Officer stated, "Despite a challenging business environment, we remain committed to the execution and implementation of our business strategies. We continue to build on our strengths through an infrastructure unparalleled in this industry. We are rapidly expanding our electronic products and services capabilities, on both the local and national level, which will drive continued growth in our core business - general commercial printing."

"I am pleased with the progress we have made to date in enhancing our revenue and customer base as we pursue our internal growth initiatives. Going forward, we will further leverage our geographic framework to expand local market share, penetrate national accounts and maximize the potential of CGXmedia," Mr. White concluded.

Consolidated Graphics, Inc. is the largest sheet-fed commercial printing company in the United States. Through its network of locally managed printing companies in 25 states, the Company produces high-quality, customized printed materials for a broad customer base that includes many of the most recognized companies in the country. Consolidated Graphics also offers an extensive and growing range of digital and Internet-based services and solutions marketed through CGXmedia. Consolidated Graphics is focused on adding value to its operating companies by providing financial and operational strengths, management support and technological advantages associated with a national organization. For more information, visit the Company's Web site at www.consolidatedgraphics.com.

This press release contains forward-looking statements, which involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties or other factors that could cause actual results to materially differ from the results, performance or other expectations implied by these forward-looking statements. Consolidated Graphics' expectations regarding future sales and profitability assume, among other things, stability and reasonable growth in the economy and in the demand for its products, the continued availability of raw materials at affordable prices, retention of its key management and operating personnel, as well as other factors detailed in Consolidated Graphics' filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

                      CONSOLIDATED GRAPHICS, INC.
                     Consolidated Income Statement
               (In thousands, except per share amounts)

                       Three Months Ended            Year-To-Date Ended
                         September 30,                  September 30,
                        2000        1999              2000         1999

Sales               $ 172,503    $ 152,886        $ 345,989    $298,715
Cost of Sales         123,244      105,294          247,302     205,446
  Gross Profit         49,259       47,592           98,687      93,269
Selling Expense        17,225       14,820           34,631      28,911
General and
  Administrative
  Expense              13,646       11,817           27,363      22,917
  Operating Income     18,388       20,955           36,693      41,441
Interest Expense        5,198        3,017           10,109       5,682
  Pretax Income        13,190       17,938           26,584      35,759
Income Taxes            5,276        7,175           10,634      14,303
  Net Income        $   7,914    $  10,763        $  15,950    $ 21,456
Earnings Per Share
  - Basic           $     .61    $     .69        $    1.20    $   1.40
Earnings Per Share
  - Diluted         $     .61    $     .68        $    1.20    $   1.37

Weighted Average Shares
  Outstanding
  - Basic              13,035       15,663           13,318      15,364
Weighted Average Shares
  Outstanding
  - Diluted            13,051       15,937           13,329      15,644