SIGN LANGUAGE
Virgo
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 Virgo, which resides in the 6th house of the zodiac (based on the Aries Rising chart). Virgo is an earth, mutable, female sign, ruled by the planet Mercury. This sign represents analytics, attention to detail, and diligence. Virgo is a logic-based themed sign, symbolized by the Virgin, or “maiden.” Whenever a specific sign “season” occurs, the Sun shines its energies and brings it to the forefront, and Virgo “season” (when the Sun is traveling through the sign of Virgo) runs from August 23 to September 22, in 2024. The major energies of Virgo include nervousness, perfection, commitment, and health consciousness.
Although the 6th house is not normally financially based, it does represent the “health” of a company, thus any company struggling with sales or earnings may suffer during this time-period. The associated Virgo energies will also punish those that are sloppy, or un-attentive to their work. This Virgo season includes several interesting planetary aspects, which we have been discussing in recent blogs. The energies of the two Jupiter aspects at the end of Leo “season” including the Mars-Jupiter conjunction on August 14, and the much-anticipated Jupiter-Saturn square on August 19 (the first in a series of three in the current planetary rotation), will continue into Virgo season, as will the current Mercury retrograde, which began on August 5, and will not end until August 27. The planet Venus (which represents money, fashion, and love) also entered the sign of Virgo, on August 4, and will remain until August 29. Venus is not very favorable in Virgo (known as its detriment). Volatility and uncertainty in the financial markets is also expected to continue, both globally, and in the United States, as we have highlighted in previous blogs.
The end of August and the month of September (the worst performing month for stocks on average) have historically symbolized weakness in the markets. Each year can be slightly different, of course, depending on macro events and other planetary transits/aspects (discussed above). Preserving some capital for better entry prices is advisable, should markets continue to breakdown and correct further.
Some sectors to watch for this Virgo season as the Sun, Mercury, and Venus settle into the sign, include transportation (airlines, deliveries), retail/consumer discretionary (luxuries), and energy, which may all suffer with possible recession conditions. Healthcare, consumer staples (necessities), and real estate may be sectors to focus on for gains. Taking some profits and holding cash for future opportunities may be a consideration under current conditions. Hedging your positions with inverse ETF’s may also be beneficial in the short term. Remember to perform your due diligence regarding trades and investments during this “season.”
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 www.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.
