DECATHLON UK LIMITED

PaymentCheck Score 2024
79Good
vs last year
#2182 in UK
#76 in Lifestyle And Entertainment
#951 in London

Company Information

Company Number
03140144
Registered Address
Head Office, 9 Maritime Street, London, England, SE16 7FU
Status
Active
Employee Count
1,614
Turnover
£300,155,000
EBITDA
£695,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
21 December 1995
Nature of Business
47640 - Retail sale of sports goods, fishing gear, camping goods, boats and bicycles
Industries
Lifestyle And Entertainment,Supply Chain,Manufacturing And Commerce Models
Region
London

Time to Pay

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

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
76%
31-60 Days
21%
After 60 Days
3%
Not Paid Within Terms32%

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)

Company Review

Trend Analysis

The average time to pay for DECATHLON UK LIMITED has been decreasing over the past three periods, with the most significant decrease seen in the 2021-07-01 to 2021-12-31 period. The percentage of invoices paid within 30 days has also been decreasing, while the percentage of invoices paid between 31 and 60 days has been increasing. The percentage of invoices paid later than 60 days has been fluctuating but has overall decreased in the most recent period.

Volatility Analysis

The data for DECATHLON UK LIMITED shows a relatively stable trend in terms of average time to pay and percentage of invoices paid within 30 days, with only minor fluctuations. However, there has been more volatility in the percentage of invoices paid between 31 and 60 days and the percentage of invoices paid later than 60 days, with larger changes seen between periods.

Summary Analysis

DECATHLON UK LIMITED has shown a consistent decrease in the average time to pay over the past three periods. However, there has been a decrease in the percentage of invoices paid within 30 days and an increase in the percentage of invoices paid between 31 and 60 days. The percentage of invoices paid later than 60 days has also decreased, but there has been some fluctuation between periods.

Performance Reports History

Reporting Period Filed: 2022-07-20
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
06 Oct 2023 - 05 Apr 202424 Jul 20243377%17%6%20%
01 Jan 2022 - 30 Jun 202220 Jul 20223176%21%3%32%
01 Jul 2021 - 31 Dec 202126 Jan 20223860%25%15%41%
01 Jan 2021 - 30 Jun 202122 Jul 20213567%23%10%39%
01 Jul 2020 - 31 Dec 202015 Jan 20215178%16%6%34%
01 Jan 2020 - 30 Jun 202016 Jul 20205595%3%2%5%
01 Jan 2019 - 30 Jun 201926 Nov 20194496%2%2%39%

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

Our standard payment terms are 30 days following receipt of an invoice.

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

60

Dispute Resolution Process

If one of Decathlon's suppliers raises a query in respect of an outstanding invoice or payment, our Accounts Payable Team handles the requests with a commitment to provide an initial response within 24 hours (Monday to Friday). The Team will then allocate the query to the responsible team member to resolve the enquiry, normally within one week. If the matter remains unresolved, it may be escalated to senior leadership.

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

DECATHLON UK LIMITED is a leading sporting goods retailer in the United Kingdom, offering a wide range of products and services to cater to the needs of sports enthusiasts. The company is committed to promoting sustainability and has implemented various initiatives to reduce their environmental impact.

Their sustainability program includes efforts to reduce carbon emissions, use sustainable materials in their products, and minimize waste through recycling and responsible packaging. DECATHLON UK LIMITED also encourages customers to participate in their recycling program by providing drop-off points for used sports equipment.

The company offers a diverse range of products for various sports such as cycling, running, hiking, swimming, and more. They also have their own in-house brands, ensuring high-quality products at affordable prices. In addition, DECATHLON UK LIMITED provides services such as bike and racket stringing, bike repairs, and personalized sports equipment customization.

The key people at DECATHLON UK LIMITED include their Managing Director, Jean-Michel Duhamel, and their Head of Sustainability, Sophie O'Callaghan. They have a team of passionate sports enthusiasts who are dedicated to providing the best products and services to their customers.

For more information about DECATHLON UK LIMITED and their products and services, customers can visit their website at www.decathlon.co.uk. Their registered office address is DECATHLON UK LIMITED, 9-10 Queensway, New Milton, BH25 5NN, United Kingdom.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£4,737,000
Net Worth
-£18,896,000
Total Current Assets
£69,463,000
Total Current Liabilities
£126,958,000

Company Location