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They say 30 days.
Their record says 52.
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Acme Trading Ltd
CRN 01234567 · period to 31 Dec 2025
Stated terms30d
+22 days
Reported avg52d
Example — a 52-day cycle vs 30-day terms ties up roughly an extra £8,800 of working capital on a £12k/month account.
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