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SOTHEBY'S

PaymentCheck Score 2021
30Poor
New Entry
#5354 in UK
#1787 in London

Company Information

Company Number
00874867
Registered Address
34-35 New Bond Street, London, W1A 2AA
Status
Active
Employee Count
375
Turnover
£110,611,000
EBITDA
-£12,953,000

Additional Details

Website
https://anatomyalmanac.blogspot.co.uk/
Company Type
Private unlimited company
Incorporated On
24 March 1966
Nature of Business
96090 - Other service activities not elsewhere classified
Industries
Coming Soon
Region
London

Time to Pay

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

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
4%
31-60 Days
56%
After 60 Days
39%
Not Paid Within Terms39%

Payment Features

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

Performance Reports History

Reporting Period Filed: 2021-07-30
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 Jan 2021 - 30 Jun 202130 Jul 2021664%56%39%39%
01 Jan 2019 - 30 Jun 201925 Jul 20193765%24%11%35%
01 Jan 2018 - 30 Jun 201830 Jul 20182874%20%6%26%

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

Vendors are automatically put on 60day payment terms unless otherwise agreed

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

Any complaint or concern will be considered by Administrator for expert departments, and Shipping Finance Assistant for Shipping with an aim to resolve them as quickly as possible.

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.

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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

Company Summary

Sotheby's is a British multinational corporation that specializes in auctioning art, antiques, jewelry, and collectibles. Founded in 1744, it has become one of the world's largest and most renowned auction houses.

The company's sustainability program, called "Sotheby's Green," focuses on reducing its environmental impact and promoting responsible business practices. This includes initiatives such as using sustainable materials in packaging, reducing energy consumption, and partnering with environmentally friendly suppliers.

Sotheby's offers a wide range of products and services, including private sales, online auctions, and exhibitions. It also provides services such as appraisals, valuations, and financial services to its clients.

The key people at Sotheby's include Charles F. Stewart, the Chief Executive Officer, and Tad Smith, the Chairman of the Board. They are supported by a team of experienced auctioneers, specialists, and advisors who bring expertise and knowledge to the company.

To contact Sotheby's, individuals can visit their website at www.sothebys.com or reach out to their registered office at 34-35 New Bond Street, London, W1A 2AA, United Kingdom. The company also has offices and locations worldwide, making it easily accessible to customers across the globe.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£5,242,000
Net Worth
£221,284,000
Total Current Assets
£883,836,000
Total Current Liabilities
£774,029,000

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PaymentCheck

Our mission is to change the culture of late payments in the UK and help save over 55,000 companies every year which close due to cashflow issues.

Services

  • Payment Check
  • Business Solutions
  • API Access
  • Invoice Calculator
  • Get Certified

Company

  • About Us
  • Contact
  • Blog
  • Search Archive
  • Compare
  • EULA
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  • Terms and Conditions

Awards

  • Methodology
  • 2025 Awards
  • 2024 Awards
  • 2023 Awards
  • 2022 Awards
  • 2021 Awards
  • 2020 Awards

Contact

  • office@paymentcheck.co.uk
  • +44 (0) 7915 608 057
  • Send Your Story

© 2026 Payment Check Ltd

Registered Address: 3rd Floor Suite 207 Regent Street London W1B 3HH

Made by Alastair Campbell