Rolls-Royce soars as results show 'stellar' scale of transformation - UPDATE Proactive uses images sourced from ShutterstockRolls-Royce Holdings PLC (LSE:RR.) Underlying operating profit increased to £2.5 billion from £1.7 billion a year earlier on revenue up 25% to £11.3 billion. Civil Aerospace's operating margin increased to 25.3% from 24.9%, helped by improved profitability from long-term service agreements and engine maintenance. Broker Jefferies said the results represented "a stellar performance", with sales 11% ahead of consensus and operating profit 38% ahead. The broker noted that new operating profit guidance was 14% above the City consensus at the mid-point, with cash flow 2% above.