On Monday, we publish the first FN 40 Under 40 Rising Stars of Hedge Funds, Financial News’ editorial pick of the brightest up-and-coming men and women in the industry.

Over the past three months, Financial News canvassed the market to draw up a longlist of more than 100 potential rising stars. Candidates were then assessed by FN's editorial panel on four criteria: achievements to date given their age, the stature of their mentors, firepower at their disposal, and their potential to reach a position of great influence. The longlist was then whittled down to the final 40.