Heidelberg Materials, a German building materials company, on Thursday reported an increase in net profit amidst a rise in revenue, decline in material costs, other operating expenses, and depreciation and amortization. For the 12-month period, the company recorded a net profit of €1.928 billion ($2.08 billion) or €10.43 per share, compared with €1.596 billion or €8.45 per share, posted last year. Net income from continuing operations was €2.190 billion or €10.99 euros per share, higher than €1.732 billion or €8.49 per share a year ago. Net loss from discontinued operations was at €103.5 milli…