1. Boutique
Score: 9 points;
A fashion boutique is the definite winner of our list of the most profitable retail businesses you can start. This type of business was mentioned in every source article we have read. The originality is the key to running a successful clothing retail business. There are much better ways for growing your business from selling branded clothing items. If you want to appeal to the young urban consumers, you should purchase regular apparel or second-hand clothes, make changes and sell it under your fashion brand. This way you will earn much more money and provide a fully customized service to buyers.