MATALAN RETAIL LTD

Company Details

Registration Number

02103564

Registered Address

Matalan Head Office Perimeter Road Knowsley Industrial Park Liverpool L33 7SZ

Company Status

Active

Employee Count

11246

Turnover

£1,153,400,000

EBITDA

£110,500,000

Additional Information

Company Type

Private limited Company

Incorporated on

25 February 1987

Nature of Business (SIC)

47710 - Retail sale of clothing in specialised stores

Industries

Clothes

Company Location

Google
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Financial Overview

Cash

£82,400,000

Net Worth

£6,600,000

Last Reporting Period

Filed

20 Sep 2023

Period

26 Feb 2023 - 26 Aug 2023

Payment Timing

Average Time to Pay

61 days

Payment Periods

Shortest

0 days

Longest

115 days

Max Contractual

115 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 days27%
31-60 days27%
After 60 days46%

Not Paid Within Terms

13%

Payment Features

Payment Codes
E-Invoicing
Supply Chain Finance

Payment Time Trends

8/26/20232/25/20238/26/20222/26/20222/29/20208/31/20192/23/20198/25/2018020406080

Payment Distribution Trends

8/26/20232/25/20238/26/20222/26/20222/29/20208/31/20192/23/20198/25/2018020406080

Performance Reports History

Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
26 Feb 2023 - 26 Aug 202320 Sep 20236127%27%46%13%
26 Aug 2022 - 25 Feb 202328 Mar 20236726%21%53%17%
27 Feb 2022 - 26 Aug 202222 Nov 20226625%19%56%14%
31 Aug 2021 - 26 Feb 202222 Nov 20226927%16%57%15%
01 Sep 2019 - 29 Feb 202016 Jun 20206022%3%75%10%
24 Feb 2019 - 31 Aug 201910 Oct 20196121%5%74%12%
26 Aug 2018 - 23 Feb 201910 Oct 20196219%7%74%13%
25 Feb 2018 - 25 Aug 201813 Dec 20185223%24%53%7%

Company Summary

MATALAN RETAIL LTD

is a British-based retail company that offers clothing, homeware, and accessories for men, women, and children

The company was founded in 1985 and has since grown to have over 230 stores across the UK and an online presence

The sustainability program of MATALAN RETAIL LTD

focuses on reducing waste and promoting ethical sourcing

They have implemented various initiatives to achieve these goals, such as recycling hangers and packaging materials, using sustainable fabrics, and ensuring fair labor practices in their supply chain

In terms of products and services, MATALAN RETAIL LTD

offers a wide range of affordable and high-quality clothing and homeware items

They also have a loyalty program for their customers, providing them with exclusive discounts and offers

The key people behind MATALAN RETAIL LTD

include CEO Jason Hargreaves and Chairman John Hargreaves, who founded the company

They have a team of experienced retail professionals who are dedicated to providing customers with the best shopping experience

Contact information for MATALAN RETAIL LTD

can be found on their website, which is www.matalan.co.uk

Their registered office address is Matalan House, Perimeter Road, Knowsley Industrial Park, Liverpool, L33 7SZ

In conclusion, MATALAN RETAIL LTD

is a leading retail company in the UK that is committed to sustainability and providing customers with affordable and high-quality products

With its strong leadership and dedicated team, the company continues to grow and expand its reach in the retail industry

Company Review

Trend Analysis

The trend for MATALAN RETAIL LTD. shows a steady increase in the average time to pay invoices, from 52 days in Feb 2018 to 67 days in Feb 2023. This is accompanied by a decrease in the percentage of invoices paid within 30 days and an increase in the percentage of invoices paid later than 60 days. This trend suggests a potential issue with late payments to suppliers.

Volatility Analysis

The volatility for MATALAN RETAIL LTD. is relatively stable, with the average time to pay fluctuating between 60 and 67 days over the course of the data. However, there is a notable increase in the percentage of invoices paid later than 60 days in Aug 2018 and Feb 2023, with a decrease in between those periods.

Invoice Payment Practices

This information is as reported by the business, and responses are in their own words.

Payment Terms

Standard payment terms

E90 (end of month plus 90 days)

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

No

Any other information about payment terms

N/A

Maximum contractual payment period agreed

115

Dispute Resolution Process

Suppliers have specific contacts within Matalan who will deal directly with any issues.

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?

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