German energy group RWE announced a leap in profits for 2022 so far, due to a combination of high energy demand, an expansion of renewable energies and a strong international trading business. In the nine months through the end of September, the operating result, adjusted for special effects, had risen by 70% to €4.1 billion ($4.12 billion) compared to the same period last year, the company announced on Thursday. The result was slightly better than expected by experts. RWE also confirmed its 2022 outlook, continuing to aim for an operating result of between €5 billion and €5.5 billion. Adjuste…