John Butler

John Butler

Energy’s roaring comeback

9 October 2024
Following a lengthy, large decline, oil prices have spiked higher in recent days, perhaps due to developments in the Middle East. This could, in turn, push inflation and interest rates higher again, the last thing that a slowing global economy needs. The risk of a stock market correction is growing.

An evening in Covent Garden

2 October 2024
Last week, Southbank Investment Research held an exclusive event for members in the heart of London’s West End. There were four guest speakers in attendance in the capacity-crowd room. Topics included the outlook for the economy, government policy and what investors can do to protect themselves from both.

Chariots of Fire

22 August 2024
The first Olympics that I recall properly are those of 1976, held in Montreal, Canada. This year, they’re also being hosted in a French-speaking city, albeit one a bit closer to home….

A history of conspiracy

10 July 2024
Did you know that some previous Fleet Street Letter editors, advisers and members of its Global Intelligence Network have included members of the UK Parliament? The European Parliament? Retired military officers? Former spies? Defectors even?

Another election perspective

26 June 2024
While most of us no doubt have an opinion or two regarding the upcoming election, and what it might mean for the country and for financial markets, we should all seek out other perspectives. Southbank’s Global Intelligence Network (GIN) is a good place to start.