Full Moon in Scorpio April 23, 2024 at 7:49 PM Eastern Time calculated with LUNA Astrology Note: All times specified are Eastern Time.
This week begins a concerning transit of Jupiter and Uranus reaching 22° Taurus, also known as Charubel’s “Degree of Collapse”. There were bear market waves when the North Node (in 2022) and then Uranus (in 2023) transited this degree. Mars is starting to form a conjunction with Neptune, exact on Sunday, April 28. This infers oil prices will continue to rise and our faith can be pricked or dissolved. In addition, the North Node is still stationed at 15° Aries, implying the human collective is stalled and wobbly. Aggressive Aries ruled by warrior Mars energy is emphasized with Mercury, Venus, Chiron, North Node and dwarf planet Eris (sister to Mars) all in Aries. Issues of war, independence, bravery, and fighting for rights are accented. The Sun, Jupiter, Uranus and asteroid Karma in Taurus are fixed dynamisms that can be stubborn, possessive and materialistic. Aries and Taurus combined like this aren’t symbolic of peace, joy or prosperity. For these above reasons, my weekly trend forecast for markets and geopolitics are bearish overall. Of course, there can be specific stocks that remain stalwart and steady, able to ride any rocky waves. If inclined, you might look at oil and defense stocks as the most favored sectors for making money in the markets this week. April 22: This Earth Day, the Moon in Libra represents seeking balance particularly in partnerships but also with finances. Goddess money asteroid Juno turns direct and the Moon is opposite Venus in Aries. This combo suggests a critical peak for warring nations and markets. Generally, I’ve found the Moon in Libra is typically negative for indices, perhaps due to its vibrational nature for weighing both sides to the point of indecision. If some peace in the Middle East can be had markets will surely fare better. April 23: The Moon in Scorpio forms a 90° square angle to Pluto in Aquarius before reaching its Full Moon culmination exact at 7:49 PM. I expect markets to be especially volatile today with lots of resistance or support testing for market moves. April 24: Perhaps the most favorable day of the week for markets. Retrograde Mercury is approaching a conjunction with the North Node, suggesting a lift for indexes. The positive vibe is enhanced by the Moon in Scorpio flowing by trine to Saturn in Pisces. April 25: Mercury turns direct at 8:54 AM and conjoins the North Node. The Moon in Scorpio until 9:36 PM harmonizes with the upcoming Mars-Neptune conjunction. All mental activities, communications, and commerce should start to flow more easily today. April 26: The Moon in mutable sign Sagittarius implies a potential shift from the past two days. There’s a sense of indecision as the Moon is in a 150° quincunx pattern to the Sun in Taurus. Investors may be unclear which direction to go, and where the markets are headed. April 27 and 28: With the Moon still in Sagittarius and Mercury now direct, it’s a good weekend for travel, publishing, and casting a wider net. Higher education or new studies of any kind are ideal. Wishing everyone blessings during these troubled times. Pray with me for peace! p.s. Do you like the above beautifully design-driven and reasonably priced LUNA Astrology software? You’ll receive a 10% discount and I get a bonus when you use my affiliate link to join: https://www.lunaastrology.com/?via=trudycarol © 2024 Trudy Carol Disclaimer: The above content is for informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. No guarantees to accuracy are being made. The information contained herein should not be interpreted as personal advice for finances or investments. This is not a solicitation or endorsement to buy or sell financial products, equities and/or securities. The author and website publisher do not accept or assume any liability or responsibility for any private asset choices and purchases made. An individual’s own mental thoughts, free will and actions always create their unique destiny.
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The Solar Eclipse on April 8, 2024 at 2:11 PM Eastern Time calculated with LUNA Astrology U.S. Stock Market and Mundane Forecast April 8 – 14, 2024
Read my p.s. below for a synopsis of stock market action from last week. The Solar Eclipse in Aries on Monday is an amplified New Moon. This time around the Sun and Moon energies of our life force and emotions conjoin with Centaur Chiron known for wounds, healing and assessment. This impact of Sun-Moon-Chiron all together during an eclipse at precisely the same degree and minute is extremely rare! I’m certain it’s symbolic. Please note Chiron is often involved with planetary triggers of bear markets. Think of this eclipse as a fresh new beginning. Look to where this solar eclipse takes place in both your natal and solar charts to know what areas of life the greatest imprint will be for you personally. Since Aries collectively is our action and warrior planet, we can expect there will be at least one major mundane world event reflecting irritation, aggression or at the very least assertion. Aries isn’t a peaceful type of dynamism. On Wednesday, planetary ruler of Aries Mars connects to Saturn, our stern disciplinarian. This conjunction is most often felt as frustration since Mars is impetuous and wants to move but the outer planet Saturn restricts our movement. Wednesday’s Moon in Taurus will conjoin Jupiter and Uranus – this suggests a potential for heightened stock market volatility midweek. If you feel blocked, either work through it. Mini-breaks with music, meditation, or massage may help. This is probably one of the roughest weeks in 2024 for heavenly energies. Take a breather and lay low as best you can. Especially with Mercury retrograde, it’s a really good time for reviewing all plans before setting them in motion. We’re also under a Moon (aka Lunar) Wobble with the Nodes stationing at 15° Aries in the Tropical zodiac. Confusion and calamity are associated with Moon Wobbles along with bear market waves. There could be important news announced on Thursday when the Sun and Mercury link together. Watch out for anger either internally or externally. Sometimes the bravest (and wisest) thing to do is bite your tongue and remain silent. Here’s a reminder of how to handle seasonal retrograde phases: https://www.trudycarol.com/forecasts-blog/how-to-make-the-most-of-planetary-retrogrades-in-astrology Remember: eclipse energies can last 6 months or longer. Cautious and well-organized planning for the next 6 months is the best way to manage this week’s tense energy. Stay safe and drive carefully! p.s. From my Facebook post regarding last week’s U.S. stock market surprise: Markets were humming along and up nicely on Thursday, April 4 with the Sun conjunct the North Node in Aries. Aries is impetuous and ruled by warrior planet Mars. At about 2 PM The Washington Post announced "Biden told Netanyahu the situation in Gaza is ‘unacceptable’". Then there was a media frenzy over geopolitical fears, perhaps spurred on by Mercury retrograde, and the indices then quickly declined as fearful investors rushed into defense stocks. I expected some market volatility. The Moon in Aquarius was square Jupiter earlier Thursday, then exactly square to unpredictable, erratic Uranus at 4:24 PM Eastern time near the 4 PM market close. That amplifies a strong emotional potential for the unexpected. Within 10 hours of Thursday's close, "money planet" Venus entered Aries at 12:00 AM Friday. I've often stated, "people are the variable." It only takes one prominent leader to wreak havoc with market momentum. We're coming up on an exact Mars-Saturn conjunction pairing April 10, where actions meet limitations. This combo has about a 5-day window of influence before and after. Therefore, markets may not improve much before or after the April 8 solar eclipse. In my H1 2024 Forecast Report I stated Defense was a wise sector to be in now. Unfortunately, this proved to be accurate. p.s.s. Do you like the above beautifully design-driven and reasonably priced LUNA Astrology software? You’ll receive a 10% discount and I get a bonus when you use my affiliate link to join: https://www.lunaastrology.com/?via=trudycarol © 2024 Trudy Carol Disclaimer: The above content is for informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. No guarantees to accuracy are being made. The information contained herein should not be interpreted as personal advice for finances or investments. This is not a solicitation or endorsement to buy or sell financial products, equities and/or securities. The author and website publisher do not accept or assume any liability or responsibility for any private asset choices and purchases made. An individual’s own mental thoughts, free will and actions always create their unique destiny. My monthly transit calendar gauge guide (aka "Investor Mood Indicators"): green = bullish red = bearish lavender = volatile black = indecisive, mixed yellow = energy shift navy = determined trading Subscribe to my newsletters so you don't miss a post!
My overall forecast for November is that we’ll see much of the same recent bearish action in the markets. From a mundane perspective there’s intense warrior energy with the Sun and Mars both traversing and meeting up in Mars ruled zodiac sign Scorpio. Unfortunately, as we’ve recently seen, this does not bode well for toxic matters of violence and war. CEO and CIO of ARK Invest Cathie Wood has said we’re in a rolling recession, however I wouldn’t call this a recession quite yet (but wait, one is coming). I think we’re in an extended rolling bear market wave, terminology used by Charles Schwab Managing Director and Chief Investment Strategist Liz Ann Sonders. I noticed CNN reporters Krystal Hur and Bryan Mena consider this stock market “wobbly”. I find this anecdotal as we’re now under a (Nodal) Moon Wobble until November 30. https://www.cnn.com/2023/10/27/economy/consumer-sentiment-october-final/index.html Like Fed Chair Powell said earlier this year in Jackson Hole, “We are navigating by the stars under cloudy skies.” The current stock market rollercoaster ride should be expected based on Louise McWhirter’s nodal cycle which depicts a business cycle bottom that will take some more years to fully manifest. This slump appears starting to unfold with the recent interest rate hikes. I’ll preface November with how deepened conflicts of war and wounding will be accented as early as Oct. 31 from Mars quincunx Chiron exact on Sunday, Nov. 5. All times are Eastern for U.S. market index delineations. Nov. 1 The Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting and Fed Chairman Powell’s announcement coincides with Mercury quincunx Chiron. This suggests a blind spot for trading and investing where we’re wounded and/or news, communications, and information is murky. We don’t have all the true facts let alone the answers. Nov. 2 – 3 Along with mostly harmonious Moon transits, larger than life planets (Sun opposite Jupiter) plus money (Venus) versus dreams (Neptune) may create grandiose conduct for a wishful turning point or bring fearful, bearish exaggeration. Nov. 4 – 5 Stock index futures this weekend may be unsettling. Saturn turns direct at 0° Pisces which is like a new beginning for structures of the collective. Mercury opposes Uranus inferring volatile trading, especially for tech and cryptos. Jupiter semi-square Neptune implies challenges for larger-than-life dreams. Nov. 6 Easier flow and positive indices are possible although the Moon opposite Saturn exact at 3:42 p.m. may negate the upside with stern investor emotions that tend to limit and constrict momentum. Nov. 8 There are many mixed sky messages today with super volatile trading likely. A blind spot to money (Venus) in Libra forms an uncomfortable quincunx to Saturn. Moon opposite Neptune exact at 5:20 p.m. may arouse anxiety and fear near the end of U.S. trading. Mercury sextile Pluto is opportunistic for transformational transactions such as shorting stocks. Sun quincunx Chiron conjectures Fed or political news may unsettle markets. Most importantly, we should be on the lookout for sudden shocks from the upcoming Mars opposite Uranus. Nov. 9 – 11 Looming and tough back-to-back planetary transits infer we want markets to break out but they’ll likely break down. Trading will be tested. Mercury square Saturn may reduce positive thoughts for bulls and probably make bears even more bearish. Mars opposite Uranus brings surprises, especially in technology and for mundane earth matters. Near hard aspects between Mars and Uranus often result in earthquakes or other rattling from nature. Nov. 13 A New Moon in Scorpio combined with Sun opposite Uranus in Taurus could reach a critical climax and/or be the straw that breaks the camel’s back. I expect extreme volatility. The financial sector, cryptos, and automotive industry might be severely jolted by this influence. If we suddenly hear positive news, markets can bounce with a roar. On the flip side, any negative news should produce a strong slide. Nov. 14 Finally, here’s a chance for some much-needed beneficial vibes and a day of optimistic momentum. Trade-happy Moon transits are enhanced by an emerging Mercury-Venus sextile. A hopeful Mars-Neptune trine urges us to reach beyond current realities. A momentum shift may feel underway, but it may not last long. Don’t be fooled by bulls rushing out of the gate. Nov. 15 This looks like another tricky trading day. Indexes may end mixed as often happens during quincunx alignments and there are 3 stacking up: Moon quincunx Uranus, plus both Mercury and Venus quincunx Jupiter. Investor sentiment is challenged by the Moon square Neptune. However, a lingering Mercury sextile Venus and upcoming optimism from Mars and Sun trine Neptune may win the day. No clear winner here other than confusion. Nov. 16 – 18 This could mark a turning point for markets but we’re not fully out of the woods yet. Harmonious Moon transits suggest positive investor emotions. Hope springs eternal along with actions to back up the glow as Mars and Sun trine Neptune. The Sun conjoining Mars exact on Saturday at 12:42 a.m. suggests an entirely new beginning for actions. But wait! In the sign of Scorpio, this could be transformational for debt and anything underground, like dirty little secrets waiting to be revealed. Both Sun and Mars are also trigger planets so watch any news carefully for clues as to what the future holds. Nov. 20 A trading week of rapid planetary movements begins with a potential for worried investor emotions from Moon conjunct Saturn in Pisces, exact at 10:45 a.m. Morning doubts likely subside quickly. Prior transformations continue when a Sun and Mars sextile to Pluto alert us to alter opportunities. (We’ll especially see this for the Dow Jones.) Inflation and other news may seem promising from Mercury trine Chiron. One huge caveat for this week: power plays from governments or corporations may rattle markets and provoke anger which might be bearish for markets. A tense Mars square Saturn position is building and will peak on Saturday over the Thanksgiving holiday weekend. Nov. 21 Further trade testing with a mood switch is likely as the Moon squares Mercury in mutable signs. Continuing yesterday’s prospects, the Mars sextile Pluto alignment perfects at 8:18 p.m. We may see increased volatility in tech, autos and cryptos today from the Moon-Uranus sextile exact at 8:35 p.m. Make-or-break financial news or statistical data about inflation could also play a role as Venus approaches Chiron in opposition. Nov. 22 Adventure and daring await as the Sun enters Sagittarius. This lifts us out of any leftover doldrums and could indeed liven markets toward the upside. The archer energy shoots from the hip and likes to move fast. Moon aspects support this energy however we still have Venus opposite Chiron while Sun square Saturn waits in the wings. Better to hold your horses before galloping and quickly getting too far away. Nov. 23 U.S. markets are closed for Thanksgiving Day. This break gives us time for a needed reality check as suggested by the Sun and upcoming Mars square Saturn transits. Meditate and try not to overdo food and drink. You may feel frustrated or caught between a rock and a hard place since Mars wants to go whole hog but meets strict Saturn resistance. Martial arts concentration is wise. From the Kung Fu TV series, “Patience, young grasshopper” is an advised quote. Seek love and joy with family and friends and remember sometimes laughter truly is the best medicine. Nov. 24 Mars entering expansive Sagittarius at 5:15 a.m. infers this “Black Friday” is a “shop till you drop” kind of day. This includes stock purchases as well as retail sales. Investors might start early since this gangbuster energy is cut short when U.S. markets close at 1:00 p.m. The Moon square to Pluto at 12:40 p.m. adds a void-of-course dynamism that may indicate whatever you buy afterward will need to be readdressed. Under this sky it’s possible retailers will soon find this most important shopping day of the year ultimately lacking dazzle after accounting for customer returns. Nov. 26 Since Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies trade 24/7, even though it’s Sunday we may see volatility and confused “cryptonites” today as Venus (money) quincunx Uranus (cryptos). Nov. 27 Trading and Cyber Monday shopping are brought to light under a Full Moon in Gemini. We’ll learn just how much online spending plays a role in purchasing power versus traditional brick-and-mortar retail in 2023. Mercury square Neptune implies commercial transactions and investors alike are challenged to achieve their boundless visions for buying products on sale. Nov. 29 – 30 Hopes and expansive desires may be quelled with blind spot quincunx energy between the Sun-Jupiter and Venus-Neptune. Additionally, Venus conjoins the South Node indicating a financial release of sorts. Thursday afternoon looks lively with potential explosiveness from the Moon sextile Uranus. With the planet of shock and awe, it’s hard to know if the last trading day of the month will end up or down, but tech and cryptos could dive or fly wild. You’ll be glad to know that November concludes the harshest planetary line ups for 2023. Looking ahead, I think markets will start to lift somewhat in December. But that doesn’t mean we’re now going to see a new long bull run. I believe we’re in a rolling bear market. We’ll need to ride fluctuating waves like surfers with sturdy feet for grounding aiming safely to shore. p.s. Sending prayers for peace and beneficial outcomes to all those suffering around the globe during these difficult times. Disclaimer: The above content is for informational and educational purposes only. No guarantees to accuracy are being made. The information contained herein should not be interpreted as personal advice for finances or investments. This is not a solicitation or endorsement to buy or sell financial products, equities and/or securities. The author and website publisher do not accept or assume any liability or responsibility for any private asset choices and purchases made. An individual’s own mental thoughts, free will and actions always create their unique destiny. © 2023 Trudy Carol. All Rights Reserved. |
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