Overview

• Russian-born entrepreneur Dmitry Bukhman leads the 2025 40 Under 40 Rich List with an estimated wealth of £12.54 billion, followed by Hugh Grosvenor, the Duke of Westminster, at £9.88 billion.
• Pop star Dua Lipa, 29, is the youngest entrant on the list, ranking 34th with a fortune of £115 million, bolstered by her music career and recent album release.
• Ed Sheeran, the wealthiest musician on the list, ranks 13th with £370 million, reflecting a £30 million increase from last year.
• The list underscores the dominance of self-made wealth, with most entrants building their fortunes independently, and a third of them not attending university.
• Compiled by Robert Watts, the list highlights the UK's appeal for global talent, with at least 11 entrants born overseas and thriving across industries like tech, music, and sports.