HAVAS WORLDWIDE LONDON LIMITED

Company Information

Company Number
03675746
Registered Address
Havas House Hermitage Court, Hermitage Lane, Maidstone, Kent, England, ME16 9NT
Status
Active
Employee Count
189.0
Turnover
77333000.0
EBITDA
-2314000.0

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
30 November 1998
Nature of Business
73110 - Advertising agencies
Industries
Professional Services
Region
South East

Company Location

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Financial Metrics

Cash
£3,469,000.00
Net Worth
£510,000.00
Total Current Assets
£18,630,000.00
Total Current Liabilities
£18,287,000.00
Reporting Period
2023-07-01 to 2023-12-31Filed: 2024-01-31

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
46 days
Shortest Period:14 days
Longest Period:60 days
Max Contractual:59 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
27%
31-60 Days
54%
After 60 Days
20%
Not Paid Within Terms38%

Payment Features

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

Payment Time Trends

Dec 2023Jun 2023Dec 2022Jun 2022Dec 2021Jun 2021Dec 2020Jun 2020Dec 2019Jun 2019015304560

Payment Distribution Trends

Dec 2023Jun 2023Dec 2022Jun 2022Dec 2021Jun 2021Dec 2020Jun 2020Dec 2019Jun 2019015304560

Performance Reports History

Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 Jul 2023 - 31 Dec 202331 Jan 20244627%54%20%38%
01 Jan 2023 - 30 Jun 202307 Aug 20234631%49%21%31%
01 Jul 2022 - 31 Dec 202201 Feb 20234831%46%23%30%
01 Jan 2022 - 30 Jun 202203 Aug 20224435%48%17%33%
01 Jul 2021 - 31 Dec 202115 Feb 20224432%51%17%30%
01 Jan 2021 - 30 Jun 202126 Jul 20214535%55%10%32%
01 Jul 2020 - 31 Dec 202029 Jan 20214732%49%19%30%
01 Jan 2020 - 30 Jun 202028 Jul 20204927%53%20%25%
01 Jul 2019 - 31 Dec 201930 Jan 20204632%49%19%29%
01 Jan 2019 - 30 Jun 201929 Jul 20194930%51%19%29%

Company Summary

HAVAS WORLDWIDE LONDON LIMITED is a global advertising and communications company based in London, United Kingdom

The company's mission is to help brands create meaningful connections with consumers through creative and innovative marketing strategies

The company offers a range of services including branding, digital marketing, media planning, and public relations to clients across various industries

Some of their notable clients include Coca-Cola, Unilever, and L'Oreal

HAVAS WORLDWIDE LONDON LIMITED is committed to sustainability and has implemented various initiatives to reduce their environmental impact

They have a sustainability program in place that focuses on reducing carbon emissions, waste, and water usage

The company also encourages their employees to participate in volunteer activities and supports various charitable organizations

Some of the key people at HAVAS WORLDWIDE LONDON LIMITED include CEO Xavier Rees, Chief Creative Officer Vicki Maguire, and Chief Strategy Officer Mark Sinnock

The company's website is www.havasworldwide.com/london and their registered office address is 3 Pancras Square, London N1C 4AG, United Kingdom

Overall, HAVAS WORLDWIDE LONDON LIMITED is a leading advertising and communications company that is committed to sustainability and helping brands connect with their consumers

Company Review

Trend Analysis

The average time for HAVAS WORLDWIDE LONDON LIMITED to pay invoices has fluctuated over the past three periods but has remained relatively consistent. In 2019, the average time to pay was 49 days, which decreased to 47 days in 2020 and increased to 45 days in 2021. However, in 2022 and 2023, the average time to pay remained constant at 46 days. Overall, there has been a slight decrease in the average time to pay over the past three periods.

Volatility Analysis

The volatility of HAVAS WORLDWIDE LONDON LIMITED's payment behavior can be seen in the fluctuations of the percentages of invoices paid within 30 days, between 31 and 60 days, and later than 60 days. These percentages have varied between periods, with the highest change being a 5% increase in the percentage of invoices paid later than 60 days in 2023 compared to 2022. This indicates that the company's payment behavior is not consistent and can change significantly from one period to another.

Summary Analysis

HAVAS WORLDWIDE LONDON LIMITED's payment behavior has remained relatively consistent over the past three periods, with a slight decrease in the average time to pay. The company has consistently paid the majority of its invoices within 30 days, with a range of 30-35% in each period. However, there has been a slight increase in the percentage of invoices paid later than 60 days, with the highest being 23% in 2022. The company has also consistently maintained a standard payment period of 14 days.

Invoice Payment Practices

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

Payment Terms

Standard payment terms

Havas Shared Services Limited's standard payment terms are the same for both goods and services, 30 days from the date of invoice. (NB This is company not a calculation)

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

59

Dispute Resolution Process

All disputes are initially dealt with by Accounts Payable. Each supplier has an assigned person who can contact the relevant purchasing division to resolve any queries that may arise Following resolution the supplier will be paid on next available payment run if past due or as per their standard payment terms.

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