Here's a direct comparison of payment performance based on data from 1,000 London-based companies in each year:
The observed 2.0-point decrease in the average payment score, while statistically significant across a sample of 1,000 companies, represents a potentially marginal shift in London's overall payment culture. The decline could signal a slight tightening of cash flow or a minor increase in late payments across various sectors operating in London. If your business is experiencing cashflow issues due to delayed payment, you may wish to use a late payment calculator to assess the financial implications.
Summary: The average payment score in London decreased from 90.5 in 2024 to 88.5 in 2025.
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The year-on-year decline of 0.1 points, while statistically insignificant, suggests a stagnation in payment performance
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