Company Number: 14225096

Analysis Date: 2025-07-20 12:51 UTC

1. Risk Rating: LOW
   Argylestone Consulting Ltd demonstrates a solid financial position relative to its micro-entity status, with positive net assets and increasing shareholders' funds. There are no overdue filings or signs of financial distress.

2. Key Concerns:

• Reliance on a single director who also owns 75-100% of shares and voting rights, which may concentrate control and decision-making risk.
• The company is very small (one employee) and micro-entity classified, which limits the depth and breadth of operational scale and diversification.
• The director has an interest-free loan to the company (£2,092), which while modest, should be monitored for potential related party exposure or liquidity impact.

3. Positive Indicators:

• Net assets increased substantially from £35,538 in 2023 to £58,896 in 2024, indicating growth and improved financial strength.
• Strong positive net current assets (£50,094 in 2024) suggest good short-term liquidity and ability to meet current obligations.
• No overdue statutory filings, indicating compliance with Companies House requirements and regulatory obligations.
• The company is active with a defined business focus in business support services and an active online presence, which supports operational transparency.

4. Due Diligence Notes:

• Review detailed profit and loss data if available to assess revenue trends, profitability, and cash flow generation, as these were not included in the micro-entity accounts.
• Investigate the nature and terms of the director’s loan to the company, including any repayment plans or impact on cash flow.
• Confirm that the single director’s control does not pose governance risks, particularly regarding decision-making and potential conflicts of interest.
• Consider the business model and client base sustainability given the company’s micro scale and limited employee base.