SIGN LANGUAGE

Cancer

      As discussed in Chapter 4 of our publication, “When to Buy and When to Sell: Combining Easy Indicators, Charts, and Financial Astrology” (available on Amazon), and our Sign Language – Introduction blog dated 3-24-24, the zodiacal signs are part of every individual and business birth charts, based on date and time of birth, incorporation, or first public trade date on an equity index. 

     As documented, the general/mundane zodiac begins with the sign of Aries (as the 1st house), and the houses then move counter-clockwise around the zodiac wheel, until they reach the 12th house, completing the cycle. Also noted is the fact that the 2nd, 5th, 8th, and 11th are the financially focused houses, though others can have minor influences. On our website we will periodically discuss these energies regarding the mundane/general collective and the U.S. Stock Market first trade date chart. 

     Today’s focus is the sign of Cancer, which resides in the 4th house of the zodiac (based on the Aries Rising chart). Cancer is a water, cardinal, female sign, ruled by the Moon. This sign represents the mother, emotion, nurturing, peace/tranquility, intuition, and the home. Cancer is a major family, conscientious, privacy, and protection themed sign, which focuses more on personal/family finances, and moodiness. Cancer is symbolized by the Crab, which signifies a private, protective, emotional mindset. Whenever a specific sign “season” occurs, the Sun shines its energies and brings it to the forefront, and Cancer “season” (when the Sun is traveling through the sign of Cancer) runs from June 21 to July 22 in 2024.  

     Historically, this season has had a calming effect on the financial markets, and normally results in steady gains, as it is the 2nd most productive month of the year over the past 2 decades (please see our “Sell in May and Go Away” blog dated 4-15-24). Each year can be slightly different, of course, depending on macro events and other planetary transits/aspects.

     Financial categories are less represented in the 4th house, however real estate can be affected when a money planet transits through the sign. The planet Venus (which does represent money) will enter Cancer on June 17, 2024, remaining until July 11, 2024, almost one full month. This signifies a continuance of the steady gains that have been realized in the past. The planet Mercury (communications and some forms of technology) will also pass through Cancer, forming a brief conjunction with Venus as they both enter this sign on June 17. Mercury will only remain in this sign until July 2, 2024, which is a very brief stay (see upcoming Trader Transit blog – dated 6-11-24). The energies of Cancer are expected to be very strong with these planets stationed in, and passing through, during its 2024 season. An early season (end of June) Saturn (restriction) influence will also occur, as it turns retrograde, which may pause some momentum. 

      Some sectors to watch for this Cancer season as the Sun and Venus settle into the sign, include homebuilders, lending institutions/banks (not necessarily positive with current economic conditions), silver, and both homeland/cyber-security. As always, avoid “emotional” decisions while trading, as it is not always easy to detach from emotion in this Water sign, which is always key in the financial markets. Avoid “rushing in,” or giving in to FOMO (fear of missing out) regarding high-flying stocks, and possible extended stocks, when considering new long equity positions. 

      Finally, all birth/natal charts are unique, and every individual (or business) possesses its own set of planetary and sign positions in each house. For your own personal reading, visit the website AstrophiliaAstrology.com, where you can receive your FREE chart, and book a personal assessment from experienced Astrologer Ophilia Luna, at a very reasonable price!     

***This information is not intended to be financial advice, but rather a guide to assist the reader in some further understanding of movements in the sky, and how they can correlate with moods, behaviors, world events, and financial markets.