The research considers the main trends and characteristics of economic
development of Hungary over the last years and its main prospects. The structure of the
economy of Hungary and the features of economic model are researched. The growing
interest in service sector and its role in economic growth are learned. The main trends,
dynamics and structure of international trade of Hungary are researched; the main features
of investment climate are studied. The trends of international investment activity of
Hungary are analyzed. The business climate in Hungary and its attractiveness to foreign
investors are considered. The concept and business-idea of international investment
project “Self-service car wash in Hungary” is presented. The initial investments and
sources of their involvement are substantiated. The evaluation of economic efficiency of
the project is presented.