SAGE PUBLICATIONS LIMITED

PaymentCheck Score 2025
52Fair
13.7vs last year
#3526 in UK
#146 in Creative
#1315 in London

Company Information

Company Number
01017514
Registered Address
1 Olivers Yard, 55 City Road, London, EC1Y 1SP
Status
Active
Employee Count
1,118
Turnover
£184,449,000
EBITDA
£47,283,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
13 July 1971
Nature of Business
58142 - Publishing of consumer and business journals and periodicals
Industries
Creative,Media And Publishing
Region
London

Time to Pay

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

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
39%
31-60 Days
51%
After 60 Days
10%
Not Paid Within Terms61%

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: 2025-07-25
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 202525 Jul 20254239%51%10%61%
01 Jul 2024 - 31 Dec 202431 Jan 20253456%37%7%44%
01 Jul 2023 - 31 Dec 202317 Jan 20242873%22%5%27%
01 Jul 2022 - 31 Dec 202223 Jan 20233152%42%6%48%
01 Jan 2021 - 30 Jun 202102 Aug 20213944%46%10%56%
28 Jun 2020 - 26 Dec 202009 Feb 20213448%48%4%52%
01 Jan 2020 - 27 Jun 202029 Jul 20202967%29%4%33%
01 Jul 2019 - 31 Dec 201929 Jan 20203358%35%7%42%
01 Jan 2019 - 30 Jun 201919 Jul 20192973%23%4%27%
01 Jul 2018 - 31 Dec 201831 Jan 20193942%48%10%58%
31 Dec 2017 - 29 Jun 201824 Jul 20183155%40%5%46%

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

SAGE Publications Ltd's standard payment terms are within 30 days of receipt of a correct, undisputed VAT invoice, agreed contract detailing payments due or a payment request agreed in writing by an authorised representative of the business. The criteria for us to make a payment within 30 days is an approved purchase order (PO) and for the PO number to be quoted on the invoice. Any invoice received without this will be paid, but could be later than 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

Dispute Resolution Process

SAGE Publications is committed to ensuring all invoices are paid as soon as possible even to the extent that SAGE pays every invoice regardless of terms. This means we pay every invoice approved for payment at the time of us generating the payment runs, leading to suppliers sometimes receiving funds up to two weeks early. All disputes are resolved by discussion either by phone or email by our dedicated accounts payable team in a fair and timely manner. If the supplier feels we haven't met the standards mentioned, then this can be raised to the Finance Operations Manager who will then look into the dispute and resolve or escalate to senior management as 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

SAGE PUBLICATIONS LIMITED is a global academic publishing company based in the United Kingdom. They are committed to promoting education, learning, and research through their wide range of products and services.

Their sustainability program focuses on reducing their environmental impact by implementing eco-friendly practices, such as using renewable energy sources and minimizing waste. They also support various social and charitable causes, including promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

SAGE PUBLICATIONS LIMITED offers a variety of products and services, including academic journals, books, and digital resources for researchers, students, and professionals. They cover a wide range of subjects, from social sciences and humanities to science, technology, and medicine.

The company is led by a team of key people, including the CEO, the Executive Vice President, and the Managing Director. They work together to ensure the company's success and uphold its values and principles.

To contact SAGE PUBLICATIONS LIMITED, individuals can visit their website at www.sagepub.co.uk or reach out to their registered office at 1 Oliver's Yard, 55 City Road, London, EC1Y 1SP, United Kingdom.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£41,143,000
Net Worth
£3,179,000
Total Current Assets
£82,820,000
Total Current Liabilities
£67,111,000

Company Location