Ralph Lauren UK Limited posts an average payment time of 17 days, which appears favourable on the surface, however the distribution data reveals a more complex picture: only 30% of invoices are settled within 30 days, while 58% fall into the 31–60 day bracket. This concentration in the mid-range band, combined with 12% of payments exceeding 60 days, suggests the 17-day average may be skewed by a subset of very early payments rather than reflecting consistent behaviour across the supplier base.
A late payment rate of 32% indicates that nearly one in three invoices is not settled on agreed terms, representing a meaningful reliability concern for cash flow planning. The wide spread across all three payment bands — from under 30 days through to over 60 days — points to unpredictable payment behaviour rather than a stable, forecastable cycle. Suppliers with tight liquidity margins or short payment windows should treat this variability as a significant risk factor when extending credit terms.
Overall, Ralph Lauren UK Limited presents a moderate-to-elevated payment risk profile; while the average payment speed is acceptable, the 32% late payment rate and heavy concentration in the 31–60 day band undermine confidence in consistent on-terms settlement. Suppliers are advised to negotiate clearly defined payment terms in writing, consider shorter standard payment windows to offset late payment tendencies, and monitor invoice ageing closely. Where possible, applying early payment incentives or credit limits proportionate to the observed risk level would help mitigate exposure.
| Reporting Period | Filing Date | Average Time to Pay (days) | Paid within 30 days | Paid 31-60 days | Paid after 60 days | Not Paid within Terms |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Sept 2025 - 28 Mar 2026 | 16 Apr 2026 | 17 | 30% | 58% | 12% | 32% |
This information is as reported by the business, and responses are in their own words.
Standard payment terms
Our normal or standard payment term with vendor is 45 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
90
Any identified errors or issues on the invoices received are investigated with the vendor and buyer. Only until the invoice is fully reconciled it is posted in the accounting books
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?
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RALPH LAUREN UK LIMITED is the British registered entity of the internationally recognised Ralph Lauren brand, operating as a private limited company within the United Kingdom. The company forms part of the global Ralph Lauren Corporation's commercial presence in the British market.
The company was incorporated on 17 August 1994 and is registered under company number 02959496 with Companies House. Its registered office is located at 46 Clarendon Road, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD17 1HE, and the company currently holds an active status.
As the UK operating entity for the Ralph Lauren brand, the company is associated with the design, marketing, and retail distribution of luxury fashion, apparel, accessories, and lifestyle products across the British market. The Ralph Lauren portfolio encompasses clothing, footwear, fragrances, home furnishings, and related consumer goods sold through retail stores and authorised channels throughout the United Kingdom.