grafton group plc said wednesday that it expects to report adjusted operating profit for 2021 ahead of expectations boosted by an exceptional performance throughout the year the londonlisted buildingmaterials distributor said it currently expects an adjusted operating profitwhich strips out exceptional and other oneoff itemsfor year at the top end of analysts forecasts of 2704 million pounds 3687 million the company said revenue rose to gbp211 billion from gbp168 billion in 2020 as the company benefited from positive growth trends driven by its strong brands and market positions the overall outlook remains positive and we look to the future with confidence given the strength of our businesses strong balance sheet and good pipeline of investment opportunities chief executive officer gavin slark said shares at 0832 gmt were up 28 at 12150 pence