STARBUCKS COFFEE COMPANY (UK) LIMITED

Company Information

Company Number
02959325
Registered Address
Building 7 Chiswick Park, 566 Chiswick High Road, London, England, W4 5YG
Status
Active
Employee Count
Coming Soon
Turnover
Coming Soon
EBITDA
Coming Soon

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
16 August 1994
Nature of Business
56102 - Unlicensed restaurants and cafes
Industries
Coming Soon
Region
Other

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
34 days
Shortest Period:45 days
Longest Period:0 days
Max Contractual:60 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
74%
31-60 Days
22%
After 60 Days
4%
Not Paid Within Terms10%

Payment Features

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

Company Review

Trend Analysis

STARBUCKS COFFEE COMPANY (UK) LIMITED demonstrates a strong tendency to pay within 30 days for 74% of its invoices. However, the average payment time of 34 days indicates a consistent portion of payments extends slightly beyond typical 30-day terms. This trajectory suggests a blend of prompt payments alongside a moderately extended cycle for a notable segment of invoices.

Volatility Analysis

Payment reliability is moderate, with 22% of invoices paid between 31 and 60 days, introducing some variability and unpredictability for suppliers' cash flow. The 4% of payments exceeding 60 days, coupled with a 10% overall late payment rate, represent specific risk factors for timely settlement. Suppliers should anticipate that a significant portion of invoices may not adhere to strict 30-day payment terms.

Summary Analysis

Overall, STARBUCKS COFFEE COMPANY (UK) LIMITED presents as a moderately reliable payer, but suppliers should factor in the potential for payment delays beyond 30 days. Key decision factors include assessing the impact of a 34-day average payment cycle on immediate cash flow and the risk associated with a 10% late payment rate. Suppliers could mitigate this risk by negotiating clear payment terms, considering early payment incentives, or building a buffer for potential payment extensions.

Performance Reports History

Reporting Period Filed: 2025-10-30
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 Apr 2025 - 30 Sept 202530 Oct 20253474%22%4%10%
01 Oct 2024 - 31 Mar 202530 Apr 20253474%20%6%9%
01 Apr 2024 - 29 Sept 202431 Oct 20244472%20%8%4%
02 Oct 2023 - 31 Mar 202425 Apr 20244264%27%9%7%
03 Apr 2023 - 01 Oct 202330 Oct 20233755%23%22%15%
03 Oct 2022 - 02 Apr 202328 Apr 20233965%23%12%17%
04 Apr 2022 - 02 Oct 202231 Oct 20223169%23%8%17%
04 Oct 2021 - 03 Apr 202229 Apr 20223970%22%8%13%
29 Apr 2021 - 03 Oct 202129 Oct 20214267%20%13%19%
28 Sept 2020 - 28 Mar 202130 Apr 20214068%20%12%21%
30 Mar 2020 - 27 Sept 202019 Oct 20204365%19%16%29%
01 Oct 2019 - 31 Mar 202030 Apr 20204658%22%20%50%
01 Apr 2019 - 30 Sept 201930 Oct 20195155%23%21%36%
01 Apr 2018 - 30 Sept 201831 Oct 20183860%33%7%11%
01 Oct 2017 - 31 Mar 201830 Apr 20185775%18%7%19%

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

Payment: Payment terms are net 45 days unless otherwise agreed between Starbucks and Seller. Payment date is when payment is mailed or otherwise tendered. Acceptance of payment by Seller constitutes a release of Starbucks from liability related to the invoiced Goods. Starbucks may offset refunds or reductions from one Order with Seller against obligations under other Orders. Seller agrees to refund any overpayments immediately upon discovery. The Seller will issue VAT invoices in respect of the sums payable by Starbucks prior to the relevant payment date. Unless otherwise stated in the Order the price of the Goods and payment shall be in Euro. If the Order stipulates a different currency, payment will be in Euro, applying the spot exchange rate quoted by HSBC Bank plc at 5pm on the business day preceding the due date for payment

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

Starbucks typically seeks to work closely with its suppliers to reach a cordial settlement of any disputes, in the spirit of long-term partnership Infringement: Starbucks reserves the right to return any Goods and terminate the Agreement for default where a claim is made that Starbucks’ sale or use of the Goods infringes any alleged patent, design, trade name, trademark, copyright or other intellectual property right of a third party.  Seller shall indemnify, defend and hold harmless, Starbucks and Customers against any and all liability, loss or expense, including costs and reasonable attorneys’ fees, by reason of any design, patent, trade name, trademark, copyright or unfair competition claim now existing or hereafter asserted with respect to any Goods Non-Compliance: Starbucks is not obligated to pay for or accept excess quantities, materially untimely or under-shipments in whole or in part, and such shipments may be returned at Seller’s expense and risk. If Starbucks elects to accept any delivery that does not conform to the schedule or quantity terms of the Agreement, a handling charge may be charged to Seller’s account.

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

STARBUCKS COFFEE COMPANY (UK) LIMITED is an active private limited company operating within the coffee sector in the UK

This entity focuses on commercial activities related to coffee

The company was incorporated on 16 August 1994, under company number 02959325

Its registered office is located at Building 7 Chiswick Park, 566 Chiswick High Road, London, England, W4 5YG

As a private limited company operating in the coffee sector, it typically provides a range of coffee products, hot and cold beverages, and complementary food items

These services cater to the UK market for refreshment and casual dining

Financial Metrics

Cash
£19,800,000
Net Worth
-£148,800,000
Total Current Assets
£62,800,000
Total Current Liabilities
£144,400,000

Company Location