Every aspiring entrepreneur strives to open the most profitable business that would immediately begin to generate significant income. This actually happens sometimes, although there are many more opposite cases in life...

When in 2019, in search engine queries, you come across the coveted question “how to open a business now to be profitable,” I would like to advise the author of the question not to follow other people’s advice! In 2019, the situation is far from the same as in 1996, when a poorly saturated market happily accepted any innovation. Nowadays, not a single case can be completed without careful observation and a comprehensive analysis of the situation.

We also decided to conduct our own research, interviewing entrepreneurs and experts on the topic “the most profitable business in Russia today.” We bring to your attention the most popular types of activities named by respondents.

The most profitable business | TOP 10 business ideas

How the places from 1 to 10 were distributed:

1. Retail store(54 points)
2. Online store(47 points)
3. Renovation of apartments and offices(32 points)
4. (25 points)
5. Wholesale(21 points)
6. (18 points)
7. (11 points)
8. (8 points)
9. Legal services(7 points)
10. (7 points)

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What was taken into account when assessing which business was the most profitable?

1. Positive and negative reviews for each activity area earned (or took away) points. Each positive point added one point, and each negative review took away a point.
2. We did not include activities typical of large businesses (for example, banking or industrial segments) in the survey. It is unlikely that novice entrepreneurs can afford such options. We focused on those areas in which small and medium-sized businesses are present.
3. We asked you to pay special attention to the cost of opening a business. The reduction in household incomes played a role: 2014 was still marked by successful openings from scratch, and in 2019 it is not at all easy to get along with minimal investments. Therefore, we rewarded activities for which the initial capital was estimated at no more than 50 thousand rubles with an additional plus point.
4. Tax experts had the right to add or subtract 1 point if they believed that a given business was very simple (or, accordingly, especially difficult) from the point of view of tax accounting and reporting.
5. Expert accountants could add or deduct 1 point when assessing the complexity of accounting.
6. In addition, we assessed the dependence of business on the region, that is, we tried to analyze how promising and interesting this or that area is without being tied to Moscow or St. Petersburg. Universalism was marked with an additional positive point.

Now let’s try to evaluate the advantageous and disadvantageous aspects noted by respondents in each area.

Retail store

The leader of the survey scored points due to geographical independence and constant demand. A good argument was made: a person needs to eat everywhere and every day, and he also needs to dress and put on shoes. Moreover, these needs are urgent, so there will always be some kind of income, whether the year is 2000 or 2019. We did not ask to indicate the type of retail store, but in the notes the respondents noted that now it is more correct to open an ordinary bread stall than a tea stall / coffee boutique.

Here is an example of a story from entrepreneur Sergei R. from Tyumen: “Last year, a good friend and I almost simultaneously opened our own business. He rented a space on the ground floor of a residential building for a small grocery store, and I started installing doors, plastic windows and air conditioners. My friend had minimal experience in retail sales, but I worked in my field for almost 10 years.
Summing up the first year of “the voyage itself,” I will note that my friend’s profit is both higher and more stable than mine. It never happens to him that one day he has no income at all. For me, this situation is common. It turns out that in 2019 it is more profitable to sell products than to install windows and doors.”

Of course, without knowing all the factors involved in running a business between friends, it is difficult to draw a clear conclusion in favor of a grocery store. There are plenty of problems too. Our accounting expert pointed out the large amount of paperwork that comes with retail. The tax expert drew attention to the limits on special tax regimes, as well as problems with the sale of alcohol for individual entrepreneurs.

Online store

The online store was able to gain recognition, first of all, for minimal costs when opening. Many respondents added extra points to this type of activity specifically for “starting from scratch.” In addition, they noted the flexibility and wide possibilities in business management, since reorienting an online store to other products is much easier than a regular store.

Opinion of entrepreneur Oleg S. from Moscow: “Online stores are the future, as more and more citizens and organizations use the Internet to purchase goods and order services. It is fast, in some cases cheaper and quite convenient from a service standpoint, since the client chooses how and when he will receive the goods. Not all goods can be purchased through an online store yet, but it is quite possible that in a few years we will even order a loaf of bread and a packet of kefir for breakfast online.”
Of the minuses: (unfortunately, you cannot engage in online trading under the UTII or patent taxation system). There is a certain dependence on payment systems, delivery services, when ordering goods abroad.

Renovation of apartments and offices

The high rating of repair work is also due to the opportunity to start a business with minimal investment. Professionals who know how to work with their hands (and, in addition, plan the process, draw up estimates, select materials, etc.) are highly valued in the labor market. Many of them prefer to run their own business and earn more money, rather than work as an employee for modest remuneration.

This is how individual entrepreneur from the Moscow region Andrey P. characterizes this business: “Repair services are a good business if the entrepreneur himself is a professional in this field. Then it’s easier to come to an agreement with the customer and select performers for a specific project.
Usually in this business everyone knows each other, reputation matters a lot. With a good reputation due to word of mouth, you can work with virtually no advertising costs; orders find you themselves. But at the initial stage you will have to work hard to earn this reputation.”

One of the negative aspects of this business is high competition, which makes it very difficult for a novice entrepreneur to get an order at first. In addition, tax authorities closely monitor repair LLCs and individual entrepreneurs, since this business “attracts” various violations related to tax evasion.

Cafe / Bar / Pizzeria / Dining room

This business occupies an unexpectedly high position in the ranking. It would seem that in a crisis, with falling income levels, the population would reduce spending on trips to a cafe or pizzeria. Actually this is not true. Citizens still spend time in such establishments, but at the same time they have become more demanding about the quality of the menu and service.

Bar owner Karen O. from Voronezh described this situation as follows: “Customers today act on the principle: “If I allocated money to go to a bar with friends to watch a football match, then I need a full range of pleasures - good food and drinks, high-quality broadcasting, comfortable seats, fast service.” If at least something doesn’t suit you completely, then the person goes to another establishment and will not return to you.”

Difficulties are associated primarily with the complexity of accounting and tax accounting, numerous audits and competition from large restaurant chains.

Wholesale

The good thing about business is that even one client per week can bring in income comparable to the monthly income of all clients of a retail store. But where the profits are high, the risks are also high.

1. Firstly, wholesalers are very sensitive to transport links, since they need to ensure both the delivery of goods and their shipment.
2. Secondly, the business is highly dependent on suppliers. Any problems from the supplier also have a significant impact on the wholesaler. This is a case where losing a client is less painful than losing a supplier.
3. Thirdly, wholesale trade is carried out only on , which means it is characterized by complex accounting and tax accounting processes.

Here is the point of view of Eduard F. from Moscow: “Wholesale trade is a profitable business if there is a reliable supplier with a good product. You can have an income of a million rubles a month by selling cheap goods that are in demand. In recent years, wholesalers have become firmly established online, allowing them to shorten the sales cycle and even eliminate the need for warehouse space.”

Passenger and cargo transportation / taxi

Many vehicle owners prefer to earn money on their own, without being hired as a driver by an organization. You can start a business at virtually no cost, just by having at least one car. You can gradually increase your vehicle fleet by attracting hired workers.

A driver with 20 years of experience, Sergey M. from the Ryazan region, noted an interesting feature of his business: “If a person is used to earning money by driving a car, it will not be difficult for him to open his own business related to transportation. In this business, the main problem is “shadow” competitors occupying all crowded places, not paying taxes, but at the same time raising prices. They scare away potential customers who prefer to travel by public transport. There is also great competition from large taxi companies; there is a real advertising war going on.”

Design, web design and website related work

This business is certainly not for everyone. You need to be familiar with a computer, know special programs and be able to use them. That is, without the appropriate experience and education, trying to start your own business in the field of, for example, web design is not the best option. On the other hand, you can write articles for websites, be an administrator of resources and social groups without knowledge of complex programs.

“Competition is very high,” almost all respondents noted this. As well as the fact that this is an excellent example of a business without initial investment. At the start, it is not even necessary to register an LLC or individual entrepreneur, but make do with a civil law agreement. Having acquired several regular customers, you can think about both the company and the staff.

Beauty salon / SPA / sauna / fitness

Opening a beauty salon or SPA salon requires an analysis of the competitive environment. If similar services are already offered in your area or town, then it is worth analyzing whether the demand is sufficient to support another establishment. Despite the noticeable general trend of passion for wellness procedures, this area of ​​​​activity is not vital for the client. Investments in opening this business are not very large, but their payback cannot be quick.

It's good if you have a prepared client base that is ready to try using your services. It is unwise to rely on clients “from the street”; people rarely enter such places by accident. This is what the owner of a beauty salon from Zelenograd, Tamara R., told us: “I always liked doing nails, trying new polishes and technologies. At first I received friends and acquaintances at home, and then I decided that I needed to do what I loved not in my free time, but constantly. She opened a small salon, where she redirected all her clients.”

Legal services

Legal services are a very specific business, which is designed for people with appropriate education. If legal issues do not seem complicated and tedious to you, you are able to understand any law - you can try! The business is characterized by minimal investments at the start (mainly advertising), brings quite a tangible income (our citizens are accustomed to paying decent fees to lawyers) and, at the same time, does not burden the entrepreneur with accounting and tax audits.

Tax officers often know the laws worse than the lawyers themselves, whom they could go to with an audit. And every successful consultation or service provided brings you not a single client, but also all his closest friends and relatives.

Organization of entertainment events

Our rating is completed by an activity that requires activity and optimism. The target audience is located in any area, because you have a lot of ideas at your disposal for birthdays, corporate events, weddings, professional holidays, and excursions. This also includes the services of a photographer and DJ. You are limited only by your own creative capabilities and the ability to show yourself to potential clients.

You can start a business practically from scratch, offering your services through social networks and websites, friends and acquaintances. The main problem is competition, which is traditionally high in this area. Therefore, you must, of course, be a bright, positive person to whom others are drawn.

Sometimes the most profitable business is the one that leaves you personal time and which you can do more with pleasure. This kind of business can bring good money, but it did not start out as “a way to make a lot of money.” Specialists in their field can always turn their training into a full-fledged business, such as tutors (now this is one of the things that makes it easier to start). Let your business become a hobby, something that you really want and are interested in doing.

Examples of such “tent-type” startups can be seen in parks, at festivals, and in small pavilions next to cultural venues. How it works and what it is based on is in this video (from the exhibition, where you can buy any fashionable trifle, have a delicious meal, and purchase rare items):

Working for yourself and having your own profitable business is the dream of many. However, some people do not dare to take the path of individual entrepreneurship, some do, but suffer losses, the business falls apart, and only debts and disappointment remain.

We invite you to consider topics on how to open your own business from scratch to generate income.

Selecting business ideas with minimal investment

Every businessman started his business by choosing a field of activity.

Such a choice may be prompted by life circumstances themselves (moving to the countryside may prompt the idea of ​​raising livestock for meat, getting a job in a flower company will awaken the desire to independently grow planting material for sale, etc.).

If this does not happen, it is better for business to choose an area in which there is some knowledge and a predisposition to work in this direction.

The less competition, the more profitable things are, so you should not follow the beaten path - time and effort will be spent much more than the return received. Competitors who have experience will be able to force a novice entrepreneur out of the market. And constant losses will not allow the business to develop. Therefore, you should choose non-standard activities, those that are required by the consumer, but they are not available, or they are presented in insufficient quantities, or the product is not of sufficient quality.

In order to find out what services or goods the consumer expects, it is best to conduct an analysis of consumer demand before starting your own business (in this area there is a demand for ornamental vegetation, and in this area there are no places for recreation, and there are a lot of young people, so it is better to open youth cafe or club with slot machines).

When analyzing, everything should be taken into account - the age and gender of the consumer, his ability to pay, the location of establishments of future competitors near this location, etc. So, for example, in a student area, a store selling planting material will not be in great demand, but a donut machine will be in place. Moreover, near universities where more girls study (teaching institutions, accounting institutions), inexpensive cosmetics will work well. Near men's educational institutions, it would be relevant, for example, to open a gym.

Once an idea has been chosen, all the details should be carefully considered and calculated. To do this you need to write a business plan.

The business plan will be useful in the future, without it it is impossible to obtain investments (if any are required), it will be in demand in other cases. There are even special forms for writing business plans. But at the beginning stage, such a plan is written for yourself and there is no need to adhere to special forms. The main purpose of writing is to see the approximate prospects of the chosen business.

The business plan includes:

• The purpose of starting a business;
• Methods, methods of activity;
• Approximate calculation of all costs (including equipment purchases, workers' compensation, utility costs, etc.);
• Sales market, clientele, suppliers, competition;
• Placement of equipment, construction or rental of premises;
• Staff;
• Risk factor, ways to avoid losses;
• Other.

Already from the drafting of a business plan, it will be possible to realistically assess your capabilities and see how soon you need to expect a certain profit.

Interesting fact: The man who created the world famous Fender guitars, Leo Fender, never knew how to play the guitar himself.

In order to avoid serious consequences, you should remember that:

• You cannot take money from banks to open a business if everything is not thought out to the smallest detail and if there is no experience;
• You should not start a business with money that is intended for important purposes (buying an apartment, education, improving your health);
• Even before opening a case, it is necessary to outline “escape routes” and provide for the possibility of failure;
• You should never get involved in dubious projects with huge financial investments, even if they promise instant super-profits;
• It is necessary to constantly learn from successful entrepreneurs;
• Running your own business will require a great deal of personal organization and conscientious treatment of your clients.

Interesting fact: McDonald's became famous not only for having many of its locations around the world, but also for firing 155 of its workers just because they gave leftover food to the homeless.

Business ideas in 2017 with minimal investment

You can, without leaving your own home. This doesn't even require large investments.

Just a few ideas are worth considering.

Creation of online stores

Such a store is very convenient because you don’t need to spend money on salaries for sellers, look for staff, rent warehouse space - at first you can manage on your own, and only when the business gains momentum do you need to attract help.

You can sell your own products via the Internet (handmade products, embroidered bed linen, knitted clothes, wicker furniture, pottery, furrier's products, etc.), or you can sell goods from other manufacturers if you have access to goods at a minimum cost.

The disadvantages of such trading are that due to the impossibility of inspecting the goods, buyers may return the products. When a product is purchased from another manufacturer, there may be difficulties.

Another disadvantage is that to sell commercial products you will need very powerful advertising, since competition is very strong, and competitors are not concentrated in one city (town, region), but are located throughout the country and abroad, that is, there are a lot of them.

This type of service is very popular now, and you can earn good money.

However, there are also disadvantages.

Such a business can only be done by those who are well versed in computer capabilities.

Another disadvantage is that this business can only generate limited income, because one person can only create a certain number of sites in a certain period of time. Involving assistants (who are also good at computers) in this matter is not an easy task, such assistants can create websites themselves, they do not need management.

Internet advertising

A very popular business, it has not been particularly new for a long time. However, to this day it is in great demand and will be relevant for a long time. To do this, you need your own platform (your own website, blog), which is popular. Advertising will be placed on this site. Next, you need to find a customer who would agree to advertise their products on this site and agree on a price.

The disadvantages include the fact that this method of earning money will require knowledge of computer programs and the ability to interest users, and it is not always easy to find a good customer.

If you have your own car, then you can already count on income. The most common type of business is transporting people.

The success of any business idea is based not on the desires of its creator, but on the emotional and physical needs of the target audience for whom this business idea was developed. Also, the products or services offered must be accessible to a large number of consumers, be interesting to them, or, at worst, require minimal labor effort and financial investment. Based on these factors, we have selected the top 10 best business ideas of 2017 that will be of interest to small businesses.

Top 10 Best Small Business Ideas for 2017

10th place: Restoration of old and antique items

Repairing and adding newness to old and familiar things has become a popular activity again in Russia. This applies to many everyday items: furniture, clothes or shoes. The reason for the popularity of this service lies in the consequences of the financial crisis, from which our country still cannot get out: people are trying to optimize their expenses and are thinking about repairing, rather than buying new things or items.

✅ Advantages of a business idea:

• You can use old household items to start a business;
• Minimum cash investment;
• You can buy antiques cheaply for restoration, with further resale.

❌ Possible disadvantages:

• To be successful, you need to provide a wide range of services;
• Requires special knowledge and skills.

9th place: Cafe on wheels

The newest idea for financial earnings in the catering industry. Its main advantage is that you can get maximum profit by moving your small restaurant to the right place and at the right time. A small example: during the day you can be located near educational institutions or in the area of ​​office centers, and in the evening the cafe can be sent to recreational areas - an amusement park or to the tourist streets of the city.

✅ Advantages of a business idea:

• Fast payback;
• Small starting capital;
• Minimum number of employees: you can do the business yourself.

❌ Possible disadvantages:

• Only for large cities;
• Difficulty maintaining the workplace;
• Selling equipment that is no longer needed will be quite difficult.

8th place: Corn dog trade

Another way to earn money that the residents of our country will like because of the novelty of the product. This is a grilled sausage, and it differs from a regular hot dog in the way it is prepared: it is baked on a stick, in a bag of corn dough. The cooking process does not take much time, is visible to customers (they will know that the dish is made from fresh ingredients), and the food itself can be sold at an affordable and low price: in general, tasty, cheap and cheerful. Corn dogs will be a new and good addition to the menu of any cafe, including a mobile one.

✅ Advantages of a business idea:

• Minimum amount of cash costs;
• Quick cooking;
• Business is not difficult to organize: it pays off quickly.

❌ Possible disadvantages:

• Poor assortment;
• Dependence of revenue on the location of the outlet;
• Only for large populated areas.

Potato hot dogs can be an alternative to corn dogs. They are similar in the manufacturing method, the main difference is in the breading: pieces of French fries are added on top of the frying.

7th place: Interior design services

The demand for the services of designers is growing every day and their services are in great demand in large cities. When opening a cafe or restaurant, you don’t have to be a chef; similarly, when opening a design studio, you don’t need to be a master of this craft. It is enough to hire experienced designers and provide them with orders. That is, the most important thing in this matter is the ability to find workers and clients, to be, so to speak, a connecting link

✅ Advantages of a business idea:

• Intellectual work requires minimal financial investment;
• It pays for itself quickly;
• The work of designers is in demand in the market.

❌ Possible disadvantages:

• Your personal qualities as a manager: you need to be a truly sociable person who can also at least superficially understand the trends of the modern market.

6th place: Cleaning with removal of snow and garbage

We have certain regions of the country in which the winter period is characterized by a large amount of snowfall. Some owners of private houses or industrial buildings are reluctant to clean it themselves, and the city hall or village administration simply does not have enough strength and resources for this useful task. Why not help your city and also get paid for it? The clients of such a company can be large and small companies, owners of gas stations and parking lots, and individuals. All-season work will be ensured by the multifunctionality of the enterprise: in winter a snowplow will work, and in other seasons people with special equipment will operate. waste cleaning devices.

✅ Advantages of a business idea:

• High demand for services;
• Good profitability;

❌ Possible disadvantages:

• One of the most expensive projects in the rating, due to the fairly high initial capital investment;
• It is necessary to additionally agree on waste removal locations, which leads to unnecessary financial expenses.

5th place: Trade in soft ice cream

Almost everyone loves this delicacy. The idea of ​​selling ice cream looks attractive for several reasons. Firstly, minimal financial expenses. Secondly, there is no need for specific training: anyone can trade. Thirdly, an ice cream stall or cart will not take up much space, so the products can be sold almost anywhere. With the right approach to the project, it can pay for itself in just a few months.

✅ Advantages of a business idea:

• Minimum starting capital;
• Fast payback;

❌ Possible disadvantages:

• The goods are perishable: you need to carefully analyze the purchasing power of potential buyers;
• Seasonal business.

4th place: Rental of recreational vehicles

To implement this idea of ​​​​earning money, it is enough to buy or rent a small plot in a crowded recreation area, equipped with an electrical network and entertainment vehicles: roller skates, gyro scooters and controlled electric cars for the youngest visitors to your site. The flow of customers is guaranteed, since you can attract the most diverse audience of visitors, and the time-based payment system will help you quickly recoup the initial costs.

✅ Advantages of a business idea:

• Popular form of entertainment;
• Small depreciation financial expenses;

❌ Possible disadvantages:

• Average payback time;
• Seasonal business.

3rd place: Selling food and drinks in edible containers

This is an almost unoccupied business niche in our country. In the West and in the States there are already many catering establishments where soup or coffee is served in edible containers. They have already proven their effectiveness for businessmen due to their low initial costs and their environmental friendliness: there is practically no waste left after eating. In addition, the appearance of such fast food dishes looks attractive and cute. For example, coffee with whipped cream in an edible cup looks like ice cream, so its hot taste mixed with chocolate amazes the buyer with its unusual contrasts.

✅ Advantages of a business idea:

• Eco-friendly type of business;
• Fashion trend;
• Fast payback.

❌ Possible disadvantages:

• Availability of qualified personnel;
• Large financial expenses at the stage of starting a business.

2nd place: Installation of instant food machines

Another empty business niche in our country: businessmen, out of habit, are afraid to use automated product sales systems because of their unfounded prejudices. At the same time, the average consumer is already accustomed to using ATMs and cash registers to top up accounts, so he will definitely like using machines to quickly get tasty and sometimes healthier food. In Europe, you can find machines for steaming French fries or vending devices for making fresh baked goods everywhere.

An additional advantage of the idea is the variety of devices: they can be installed selectively in those places where they will definitely be in demand. For example, machines for producing French fries are in shopping centers, and devices for creating fresh baked goods, including fresh bread, are in home and residential areas.

✅ Advantages of a business idea:

• Minimum number of service personnel
• Long shelf life of consumable food ingredients;
• Free business niche.

❌ Possible disadvantages:

• High cost of devices.

1st place: Cooking and delivering homemade lunches to offices

At the moment, the owners and owners of cafes and restaurants, in the wake of eternal inflation, are shamelessly raising the price of their concoctions. At the same time, a dish prepared on an assembly line is not as tasty as home-cooked food. Therefore, home-made lunches delivered to the office, which are usually much cheaper, are becoming increasingly popular. It is enough to find just a few large clients (with 20-40 employees constantly ordering food) and earnings can be up to fifty thousand rubles a week.

✅ Advantages of a business idea:

• Demand for the service;
• Minimal financial expenses both at the beginning and for the purchase of products;
• Fast payback.

❌ Possible disadvantages:

• You really have to know how to cook;
• Only for big cities.

New profitable business: what to choose and where to start?

Unfortunately, the consequences of the protracted financial crisis are making themselves felt and starting a new business today is quite difficult and not always profitable. It’s not for nothing that in the top 10 best business ideas, most of the places were occupied by options for your own business related to the production or delivery of food. This is the fastest and easiest way to make money on today's Russian market: we love to eat a lot and deliciously. However, in this type of business, to achieve a decent result, you need to put in a lot of effort and work.

Many aspiring entrepreneurs in different cities of our country experience difficulties in the process of choosing an industry to run their business. A certain part of them do not have start-up capital, so they are looking for options with minimal investments. To do this, you need to know which ideas will be profitable in 2017. For this purpose, we recommend that you study the list (catalog) of the most profitable business ideas in 2017.

Online store as a business idea 2017

The meaning of this type of business activity with a minimum investment is as follows: You purchase certain products and then resell them through an electronic store at a higher cost. Such entrepreneurship has a number of advantages, among which it is necessary to highlight:

• the ability to constantly earn money on identical products;
• sales automation;
• sales delegation.

But there are also disadvantages. For example, one way or another you will have to spend money on purchasing goods and finding a room to store them. The process of organizing the reception of calls, as well as the delivery of orders to customers, will also require large financial investments from you. In addition, a large amount of time is spent on packaging goods, issuing invoices and returning defective items.

For this reason, if you consider this option as a business idea in 2017 with minimal investment, we recommend that you work through the dropshipping system (that is, promote another online store).

Taking into account the unstable economic situation, businesses that require not the largest investments and can quickly pay for themselves are becoming relevant. The top successful projects, the income of which is several times higher than the initial investment and the peak of demand for which will be in 2017, was prepared by Ekaterina Soyak, CEO of EMTG.

1. Fixed price stores

During a crisis, such a business is beneficial, first of all, for entrepreneurs - with a fixed price for a product in a purchasing store, it usually costs no more than 10 rubles. Therefore, from one unit of goods you can get at least 500% revenue. An excellent example in this direction is the domestic chain of one-price stores Fix-Price. The company now operates more than 2,000 retail outlets throughout Russia, of which about 250 are open as franchises and are actively entering neighboring markets. Over the past 5 years, the number of fixed price stores in our country has increased by 1000%.

The route is actively developing in the domestic passenger transportation market and is in greatest demand in Moscow, which accounts for up to 65% of all orders. These companies traditionally do not advertise their reports, but informed sources indicate that in the capital region the turnover of taxi aggregators is 20 billion rubles. per month, while in Western countries they suffer billions of losses. Over the next two or three years, this business will remain promising in Russia, especially in Russian regions, where such concepts do not yet occupy leading positions, but have enormous potential for development.

Also becoming a very popular trend today are businesses that deliver ready-made food to your home - food constructors that allow you not only to eat a ready-made dish, but to prepare it yourself from the ingredients provided. This is a global trend. According to some estimates, by 2020 the turnover of this market will grow to $10 billion per year. Again, for now this service is gaining popularity in the capital, but over the next 2-3 years it will bring enormous profits to those who begin to develop this business in Russian cities with a population of over a million.

4. Catering franchises

Today, this is the only segment in public catering that demonstrates stable growth against the backdrop of the anemic state of the domestic economy. When located in locations with a large concentration of potential customers, the return on business with a properly organized process can be only 3–4 months. In 2017, not only restaurants will benefit, but also casual coffee shops, cafes offering coffee to go, and, of course, sports bars. This is also due to the upcoming 2018 FIFA World Cup.

Opening a catering outlet under a franchise will bring income to the owner even after the end of the World Cup. Fast foods remain the most profitable; they are always in trend, since such enterprises do not require large investments, their products are available to the average consumer, who is now focused on an average bill of 500 rubles. All this guarantees stable profits for the owners.

5. Self-service car washes

Self-service car washes are becoming popular among car owners. About three dozen such car washes have already been opened in Moscow. Since 2014, this service has been in increasing demand, and manufacturers of equipment for such points can make good money. For example, to open a contactless car wash, you need to invest 13–15 million rubles, while the investment will pay off on average in 1.5–2 years, and the profit will be more than 10 million per year. That is, the profitability of the business area is 70%, which is very good.

6. Hotel business and consumer services enterprises

On the eve of the 18 World Cup, in the regions where it is being held, 2-3 star economy class hotels, small motels and various personal services enterprises - dry cleaners, mini-ateliers, etc. will be in demand. Also, against the backdrop of sporting events, fitness clubs, children's sections and other initiatives to maintain athletic shape will be in demand there. The fastest and most convenient way to organize this business in 1.5 years is to open it as a franchise. There is now a demand for such facilities in every Russian region, without exception, including Moscow. Russia has set a course for the development of mass domestic tourism, so investments made in hotels and dry cleaners will pay off quickly.

Over the past two years, they have experienced explosive development in the Russian entertainment market. The idea itself came from Asia, but the Russians have already overtaken their founders and occupy leading positions in this area. Russian businessmen have been selling their quest franchises abroad for several years now, where they are incredibly popular. Now in Moscow alone there are about 170 quest industry companies offering approximately 500 scenarios. There are 60 companies and almost 200 outlets in St. Petersburg.

The turnover of Russian companies is estimated at 20 billion rubles. in year. Despite the apparent dominance of quests, this industry is very dynamic - in Moscow alone, dozens of new facilities are opened every month, designed for an average of 2000–3000 visits. Investments in opening one room, depending on the demands of the public, can reach 50 million rubles, but the average price is 10 million rubles (in Moscow) and 2–3 million in the regions. In the next two to three years, this business as a whole in Russia and the CIS will only gain momentum.