The nouveau niche

Maria Merricks looks at some of the most unusual funds on the market

As the hunt for diversification rolls on, the quieter summer months offer the perfect opportunity to take a look at some of the more niche alternative investments out there. They might not be suitable for all your clients, but what harm is there in getting the imagination going? Here are a few of the most unusual funds we found on the market… Babylon fund While manager, Björn Englund, outlines a compelling case for his Babylon fund, the fact it is a pure play on Iraq  with a minimum investment of $100,000 undoubtedly makes it an investment for clients with a high risk appetite. L...