SCANA Corporation reported unaudited consolidated earnings results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2018. For the quarter, the company reported total operating revenues of $1,180 million compared to $1,173 million a year ago. Operating income was $189 million compared to $320 million a year ago. Income before income tax expense was $220 million compared to $245 million a year ago. Net income was $169 million or $1.18 per share compared to $171 million or $1.19 per share a year ago. Net cash provided from operating activities was $93 million compared to $309 million a year ago. The decrease in earnings is primarily attributable to higher legal costs and financial advisory fees, as well as the impact of tax reform at the holding company, partially offset by higher gas revenues at its subsidiaries.

For the quarter, the company reported impairment loss of $4 million.