WPP BRANDS (UK) LIMITED

PaymentCheck Score 2025
76Good
6.0vs last year
#2013 in UK
#136 in Professional Services
#861 in London

Company Information

Company Number
00390845
Registered Address
Sea Containers, 18 Upper Ground, London, England, SE1 9PD
Status
Active
Employee Count
875
Turnover
£139,841,000
EBITDA
£14,905,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
2 November 1944
Nature of Business
73110 - Advertising agencies
Industries
Professional Services
Region
London

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
32 days
Shortest Period:0 days
Longest Period:60 days
Max Contractual:60 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
65%
31-60 Days
32%
After 60 Days
3%
Not Paid Within Terms13%

Payment Features

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

Payment Score History

Excellent (80+) Good (60-79) Fair (40-59) Poor (20-39) Very Poor (<20)

Performance Reports History

Reporting Period Filed: 2025-08-06
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 Jan 2025 - 30 Jun 202506 Aug 20253265%32%3%13%
01 Jul 2024 - 31 Dec 202406 Feb 20252775%22%3%13%
01 Jul 2023 - 31 Dec 202331 Jan 20242577%20%3%15%
01 Jan 2023 - 30 Jun 202301 Aug 20232673%24%3%17%
01 Jul 2022 - 31 Dec 202202 Feb 20232960%35%5%17%
01 Jan 2022 - 30 Jun 202229 Jul 20223152%42%6%19%
01 Jul 2021 - 31 Dec 202128 Jan 20223054%40%6%19%
01 Jan 2021 - 30 Jun 202127 Jul 20212953%42%5%23%
01 Jan 2020 - 30 Jun 202030 Jul 20203250%43%7%25%
01 Jan 2018 - 30 Jun 201801 Aug 20185034%44%22%61%

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

Our standard payment terms are 60 days based on receipt of a valid invoice.

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

No information available

Any other information about payment terms

No additional information

Maximum contractual payment period agreed

60

Dispute Resolution Process

Disputes are handled on a case by case basis by the accounts payable department in the first instance and if necessary escalated to the business contact or CFO, whichever is most appropriate.

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

WPP Brands (UK) Limited is a leading company in the advertising and marketing industry, providing a wide range of services to clients across the globe. With a strong focus on sustainability, the company has established itself as a responsible and ethical business.

Their sustainability program includes initiatives such as reducing carbon footprint, promoting diversity and inclusion, and implementing responsible sourcing practices. They also work with their clients to develop sustainable marketing strategies and campaigns.

The company offers a diverse range of products and services, including advertising, branding, digital marketing, public relations, and market research. They cater to a wide range of industries, such as technology, healthcare, consumer goods, and finance.

Some key people in the company include Mark Read, the CEO, and Richard Oldfield, the Chairman. They lead a team of experienced professionals who are dedicated to providing innovative and effective solutions to their clients.

To learn more about their services and sustainability efforts, you can visit their website at www.wppbrands.co.uk. The company's registered office address is 27 Farm Street, London, W1J 5RJ, United Kingdom. With a strong commitment to sustainability and a wide range of services, WPP Brands (UK) Limited continues to be a leader in the advertising and marketing industry.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£42,095,000
Net Worth
£145,048,000
Total Current Assets
£199,842,000
Total Current Liabilities
£145,673,000

Company Location