Industry ranking
Score of 87.1/100 qualifies for PaymentCheck Certification
COLUMBIA THREADNEEDLE MANAGEMENT LIMITED demonstrates a strong trend towards prompt payments, with an average payment time of 20 days. A significant 83% of invoices are settled within 30 days, indicating consistent adherence to short payment cycles.
Despite the generally quick payments, a late payment rate of 18% introduces some level of volatility and unpredictability for a minority of invoices. Specifically, 5% of payments extend beyond 60 days, indicating a moderate risk of extended delays for certain transactions.
Suppliers can generally expect timely payment from COLUMBIA THREADNEEDLE MANAGEMENT LIMITED, given the high percentage of payments within 30 days. However, it is prudent to account for the 18% late payment incidence, potentially by establishing clear credit terms or considering reserves for delayed payments on a small portion of invoices.
| Reporting Period | Filing Date | Average Time to Pay (days) | Paid within 30 days | Paid 31-60 days | Paid after 60 days | Not Paid within Terms |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Jul 2025 - 31 Dec 2025 | 30 Jan 2026 | 21 | 89% | 8% | 3% | 12% |
| 01 Jan 2025 - 30 Jun 2025 | 29 Jul 2025 | 20 | 83% | 12% | 5% | 18% |
| 01 Jul 2024 - 31 Dec 2024 | 28 Jan 2025 | 17 | 90% | 9% | 1% | 13% |
| 01 Jan 2024 - 30 Jun 2024 | 29 Jul 2024 | 23 | 78% | 20% | 3% | 25% |
| 01 Jul 2023 - 31 Dec 2023 | 26 Jan 2024 | 24 | 79% | 15% | 6% | 44% |
| 01 Jan 2023 - 30 Jun 2023 | 25 Jul 2023 | 22 | 77% | 20% | 3% | 41% |
| 01 May 2022 - 31 Dec 2022 | 26 Jan 2023 | 41 | 66% | 18% | 16% | 51% |
| 01 Nov 2021 - 30 Apr 2022 | 27 May 2022 | 33 | 76% | 15% | 9% | 40% |
| 01 May 2021 - 31 Oct 2021 | 23 Nov 2021 | 32 | 79% | 13% | 8% | 39% |
| 01 Nov 2020 - 30 Apr 2021 | 26 May 2021 | 29 | 78% | 15% | 7% | 37% |
| 01 May 2020 - 31 Oct 2020 | 26 Nov 2020 | 27 | 79% | 12% | 9% | 38% |
| 01 Nov 2019 - 30 Apr 2020 | 28 May 2020 | 25 | 81% | 12% | 7% | 46% |
| 01 May 2019 - 31 Oct 2019 | 28 Nov 2019 | 25 | 84% | 10% | 6% | 38% |
| 01 Nov 2018 - 30 Apr 2019 | 28 May 2019 | 23 | 82% | 14% | 4% | 43% |
| 01 May 2018 - 31 Oct 2018 | 26 Nov 2018 | 21 | 84% | 11% | 5% | 43% |
| 01 Nov 2017 - 30 Apr 2018 | 24 May 2018 | 20 | 87% | 10% | 3% | 40% |
This information is as reported by the business, and responses are in their own words.
Standard payment terms
The company aims to settle correctly stated, undisputed supplier invoices in accordance with the terms specified on the invoice or in an underlying legal contract. Where there are no explicitly stated payment terms, the company’s policy is to settle correctly stated, undisputed invoices within 30 days.
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
30
To the extent a supplier’s contract includes terms on dispute resolution, the company seeks to follow the agreed process set out in those terms. In the absence of such terms, the company aims to resolve disputes with suppliers fairly and on a timely basis. Typically, disputes are resolved through discussion by the relevant business or procurement manager with the third-party supplier contact. Where a dispute remains unresolved after some time, the matter will be escalated to senior management to attempt to expedite a resolution.
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.
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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.
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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.
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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?
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During the reporting period, did the business deduct sums from payments as a charge for remaining on a supplier list?
No information available
Columbia Threadneedle Management Limited is a UK registered entity within the Columbia Threadneedle Investments group, a global asset management business. The group manages funds and investment strategies across equities, fixed income, alternatives and multi-asset solutions for professional and retail investors, including savings plans, investment trusts and open-ended investment companies. Its registered office is in London. Company records classify its activity as other business support services, though the wider group's core activity, as described on its own website, is investment management, with the group reporting substantial global assets under management and thousands of employees worldwide. This entity forms part of that wider corporate structure rather than operating as a standalone trading business.
Generated from the company's website and Companies House records. Sources: columbiathreadneedle.com · columbiathreadneedle.com