The energy sector's payment practices showed a slight uptick in 2024, with an increase of just 0.5 points compared to the previous year. While the larger sample size in 2024 suggests a more comprehensive view of the sector, the minimal change indicates persistent challenges in prompt payment. Companies struggling with late payments can use our free late payment calculator to assess the impact.
In a nutshell: The energy sector's average payment score moved from 78.7 (187 companies) in 2023 to 79.3 (197 companies) in 2024.
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