CHRISTIE MANSON & WOODS LIMITED

PaymentCheck Score 2025
98Excellent
3.3vs last year
#258 in UK
#116 in London

Company Information

Company Number
01128160
Registered Address
8 King Street, St. James's, London, SW1Y 6QT
Status
Active
Employee Count
541
Turnover
£144,913,000
EBITDA
£60,080,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
10 August 1973
Nature of Business
64209 - Activities of other holding companies not elsewhere classified
70100 - Activities of head offices
82990 - Other business support service activities not elsewhere classified
Industries
Coming Soon
Region
London

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
15 days
Shortest Period:30 days
Longest Period:0 days
Max Contractual:30 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
96%
31-60 Days
3%
After 60 Days
1%
Not Paid Within Terms4%

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: 2025-07-28
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 202528 Jul 20251596%3%1%4%
01 Jan 2024 - 30 Jun 202429 Jul 20241792%6%2%8%
01 Jul 2023 - 31 Dec 202322 Jan 20241696%3%1%4%
01 Jul 2022 - 31 Dec 202213 Jan 20231497%2%1%3%
01 Jan 2022 - 30 Jun 202218 Jul 20221497%2%1%3%
01 Jul 2021 - 31 Dec 202118 Jan 20221397%2%1%3%
01 Jan 2021 - 30 Jun 202115 Jul 20211497%2%1%2%
01 Jul 2020 - 31 Dec 202017 Jan 20211891%7%2%10%
01 Jul 2018 - 31 Dec 201829 Jan 20192683%10%7%17%
01 Jan 2018 - 30 Jun 201826 Jul 20182484%10%6%20%

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

In consideration of the supply of Goods and/or Services by the Supplier, Christie's shall pay the invoiced amounts within 30 days of the date of a correctly rendered invoice to a bank account nominated in writing by the Supplier. Terms & Conditions are posted on http//:www.christies.com/purchase-order-terms

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

All invoices in dispute are passed to the appropriate team that requested the goods or services in- order for them to resolve the dispute. It may then be referred onto the senior management of the company if necessary.

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

Christie Manson & Woods Limited is a renowned auction house in the United Kingdom, known for its expertise in fine arts and antiques. The company was established in 1766 and has since become a leading player in the art market.

The company is committed to sustainability and has implemented various initiatives to reduce its environmental impact. These include using sustainable packaging materials and promoting the use of renewable energy sources in their operations.

Christie Manson & Woods Limited offers a wide range of services, including valuations, appraisals, and auctions of fine art, jewelry, and collectibles. They also provide private sales and online bidding options for their clients.

The company is led by key figures in the art world, including CEO Guillaume Cerutti and Chairman Marc Porter. They have a team of experts in various fields, such as art history, marketing, and finance, to provide their clients with the best possible service.

For more information on their services and upcoming auctions, interested parties can visit their website at www.christies.com. The registered office address for Christie Manson & Woods Limited is 8 King Street, St. James's, London SW1Y 6QT. Overall, Christie Manson & Woods Limited continues to be a prominent and reputable name in the art market, offering top-notch services while also prioritizing sustainability.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£85,378,000
Net Worth
£184,819,000
Total Current Assets
£227,114,000
Total Current Liabilities
£391,424,000

Company Location