THE READING FOOTBALL CLUB LIMITED

Company Information

Company Number
00053703
Registered Address
Select Car Leasing Stadium, Junction 11, M4, Reading, England, RG2 0FL
Status
Active
Employee Count
288
Turnover
£10,002,000
EBITDA
-£15,212,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
11 August 1897
Nature of Business
93199 - Other sports activities
Industries
Sports
Region
South East

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
30 days
Shortest Period:30 days
Longest Period:60 days
Max Contractual:60 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
50%
31-60 Days
35%
After 60 Days
15%
Not Paid Within Terms0%

Payment Features

Participates in Codes✗ No
E-Invoicing✗ No
Supply Chain Finance✗ No

Company Review

Trend Analysis

The average time for THE READING FOOTBALL CLUB LIMITED to pay their invoices has decreased over the past three periods, indicating an improvement in their payment efficiency. This can be seen through the decrease in the percentage of invoices paid later than 60 days and the increase in the percentage of invoices paid within 30 days.

Volatility Analysis

The average time to pay has steadily decreased over the three periods, indicating a consistent improvement in payment efficiency. However, there is some volatility in the percentage of invoices paid within 30 days and the percentage of invoices paid between 31 and 60 days, with these percentages fluctuating slightly between periods.

Summary Analysis

For THE READING FOOTBALL CLUB LIMITED, the average time to pay has consistently decreased over the past three periods. This is reflected in the increase in the percentage of invoices paid within 30 days and the decrease in the percentage of invoices paid later than 60 days. The company has also maintained a high percentage of invoices paid within their agreed terms, with no invoices being paid outside of their shortest (or only) standard payment period.

Performance Reports History

Reporting Period Filed: 2018-01-31
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 Jul 2017 - 31 Dec 201731 Jan 20183050%35%15%0%

Payment Time Trends

Payment Distribution Trends

Invoice Payment Practices

This information is as reported by the business, and responses are in their own words.

Payment Terms

Standard payment terms

Standard payment terms are 45 days from the end of the month invoices are received. Several significant contracts, including player transfers, are subject to specific payment terms.

Were there any changes to the standard payment terms in the reporting period?

No

Any other information about payment terms

N/A

Maximum contractual payment period agreed

60

Dispute Resolution Process

Any disputes are attempted to be resolved within the accounts team, before escalation to the Finance Director and other relevant senior managers.

Other Payment Information

Has this business signed up to a code of conduct or standards on payment practices?

For example, signatories to The Prompt Payment Code must commit to paying 95% of their invoices within 60 days.

Does this business offer e-invoicing in relation to qualifying contracts?

This is where suppliers can electronically submit and track invoices. It's not just allowing suppliers to email them an invoice.

Does this business offer supply chain finance?

This is where a supplier who has submitted an invoice can be paid by a third-party finance provider earlier than the agreed payment date. The business would then pay the finance provider the invoiced sum.

Under its payment practices and policies, can this business deduct sums from payments under qualifying contracts as a charge for remaining on a supplier list?

During the reporting period, did the business deduct sums from payments as a charge for remaining on a supplier list?

No information available

Company Summary

The Reading Football Club Limited is a professional football club based in Reading, England. Founded in 1871, it has a long history and is a member of the English Football League. The club's main sustainability program is focused on reducing its environmental impact and promoting social responsibility.

The club offers a range of products and services, including match tickets, merchandise, and hospitality packages. They also have a robust youth academy, providing training and development opportunities for young players.

Key people within the club include chairman Sir John Madejski, manager Jose Gomes, and captain Liam Moore. The club is also supported by a dedicated team of staff, coaches, and players.

For more information on the club, their website address is www.readingfc.co.uk. Their registered office address is Madejski Stadium, Reading, Berkshire, RG2 0FL. The club is committed to engaging with and supporting the local community and has various initiatives in place to do so, such as the Reading FC Community Trust. They also have a strong partnership with the local charity, Duchess of Kent House Hospice. Through their sustainability efforts and community involvement, The Reading Football Club Limited continues to be a respected and well-loved institution in British football.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£1,082,299
Net Worth
-£69,646,079
Total Current Assets
£24,355,559
Total Current Liabilities
£98,449,107

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