Planets indicate funds from foreign countries

This year is characterised by Rahu in the 2nd house, Saturn in the 4th, Moon in the 6th, Ketu in the 8th, Sun (exalted), Mercury and Mars in the 9th, Venus in the 10th and Jupiter exalted in the 12th house. Moon is in the star Dhanishta (2nd quarter).  The lord of the ascendant is exalted in the 9th house along with Mercury and Mars. This combination indicates an increase in prosperity. It also shows that there will be focus in the areas of housing, agriculture, prosperity to farmers, new discoveries in the medical field and people will participate in those activities that will give them happiness and peace of mind. This could be religious or charitable works. 

The lord of the 2nd house, Mercury is in the 9th sign with Mars and Sun. There will be expenditure on luxuries. This fiery combination may result in anger and irritation and also rifts. We can already see indications of the same in the recent bans and also visible examples of intolerance. 

However, on the positive side, there will be funds flow from foreign countries. Again we have seen this from the recent Global Investor’s Meet held in Tamil Nadu, as well as Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visits to foreign countries. Lord of the 3rd house, Venus is in the 10th house. Women will gain prominence - again has been characterised by Aung San Suu Kyi’s historic win in Myanmar. There will be sophistication in lifestyle. There will be development in the automobile and tourism sectors. 

Saturn in the 4th house indicates there will be good rains this year. There will be summer rains and good water accumulation in the reserves. Ruler of the 5th house Jupiter is in the 12th house aspected by Moon and Mars. People may not be able to save money, but there will be a chance for youngsters to travel to foreign countries. Lord of the 7th house Saturn in 4th house receives the aspect of Jupiter, Venus and Mars. Marriages will be later. There will be changes in the culture. 

The 8th house is occupied by Ketu aspected by Jupiter. There will be an interest in religion, astrology and the spiritual sciences. 9th house is occupied by exalted Sun, Mars and Mercury. There will be increased construction activity, the real estate sector will flourish, spiritual and religious tourism and a focus on human rights issues. 

Venus, who rules wealth, romance and luxury is dominant in the 10th house. This indicates a very positive year for the film industry and all sectors that deal in electronics, luxury and jewelry. Artists and people in performing arts will flourish. Lord of the 11th house, Mercury is in the 9th house. There will be enhancement of wealth, comfort and children’s welfare. Students will go abroad for higher education. 

All in all, the planets show that the year will end on a high note and it is a good time for investments, travel, marriages and partnerships.