Will you be in the money in 2020?
Russell Grant on your fortunes for the year ahead
Aries Mar 21–Apr 20
Some pleasant surprises are in store for you in January. A lucky break could change your career prospects for the better. You’ll be on the ball when it comes to money, and your instincts will guide you towards the best career and money-making opportunities. Keeping careful records of expenses will serve you well in the spring. Make sure too that your partner avoids unnecessary extravagances. Finding a job that allows you to spend more time at home will appeal to you in 2020 and you may even decide to launch your own business. Strive to be the best you can at work in December and this will yield unexpected reward.
Taurus Apr 21–May 21
Your romantic partner or best friend will have some exciting news as the year begins. The two of you may have a chance to travel overseas later in the year and you will want to start saving towards this. Plan well in advance and you’re likely to find a great travel deal. Having to cover for an absent colleague in the spring will increase your workload and also your income. A little pampering in July will increase your zest for life. An exciting career opportunity will arrive in November. Don’t hesitate to pursue a high-profile position. If you’re in a job you enjoy, take this opportunity to ask for a raise or promotion.
Gemini May 22–June 21
Business and financial negotiations will go well as the year begins. Whether discussing new contracts or a loan or grant, you could be offered better terms than expected. Attempts to advance your career will yield results in the spring. You’ll have good reason to feel more optimistic about the future. New investment schemes will capture your imagination in June. You’d do well to avoid chancy ventures. Summer will be a good time to act if you’ve been thinking of launching your own business. In December, a new source of income will become available.
Cancer June 22–July 23
Money from a joint fund will arrive as the year begins. You might treat yourself to luxuries usually out of your reach. Mars and Saturn will both be in your property and investment zone at the start of May. Legal transactions will go smoothly and you will be celebrating some good business and financial decisions. Buying property, moving home or giving your place a makeover are all among the exciting possibilities this summer. You might attract a great work opportunity at a workshop or seminar in the autumn. A cheque received in December will be the first of many to come.
Leo July 24–Aug 23
With five planets in your career zone as the year begins, hard work will bring handsome rewards. You stand to impress people in power with your enterprise and initiative. There will be success in the spring if you’re looking for support to get a project off the ground. You’ll get a bold project underway with the backing of an official agency. Be sure accounts are all up to date in May. Gaining financial independence will be your priority in the middle months of 2020, while a volunteer role will be fulfilling in September. Launch a fundraiser in the autumn and it will be a huge success. An overseas trip or an opportunity to work abroad are among the possibilities in December.
Virgo Aug 24–Sept 23
Your luck on the money front could take a very welcome upward swing as the year gets started. The quicker your reaction to opportunities that are coming your way, the faster you will see results. Don’t hesitate to apply for jobs, you can be sure potential employers will be impressed, especially by your excellent work ethic. A little retail therapy is set to bring you a lot of pleasure when the spring arrives. Performing volunteer work could pave the way to some helpful and rewarding new friendships. You’re not afraid of hard work and people respect this. As a result, you will find yourself being offered a prominent position as the year ends. New Year is a time to look ahead and plan the future you’ve always wanted. With our guide to when the stars will be aligned in your favour for career, cashflow and contracts, you can make sure your 2020 dreams really do come true. Don’t miss tomorrow’s Daily Mirror to find out what’s in store for your health and happiness in the next 12 months.
Libra Sept 24–Oct 23
Once you’ve made a career decision, it’s important that you stick to it. Make up your mind to find a role that makes you happy. Apply for jobs that will give you a real opportunity to make good use of your skills and talents and, when you are doing what you love, the money is sure to follow. You will enjoy a change in your financial fortunes in April. Money from an inheritance or royalty agreement will arrive. Use this windfall to allow yourself a relaxing holiday. When you find yourself coming up against a certain amount of opposition in the autumn, stand your ground. Your friends and workmates will show you respect when you make it clear to them all that this is a year in which you are going to steer your own ship.
Scorpio Oct 24–Nov 22
The start of the year is a good time for you to reconsider financial arrangements. Make it a priority to build up your savings and get bills paid off. In the spring you will find you are ready to branch out into a new career field. Reflect on your skills and start applying for job openings that will give you a degree of independence. Opportunities involving repairing or renovating things, or creating things of long-term value, are especially good avenues for you to explore. Your hard work will be rewarded in the form of a raise or promotion in November – you might use this extra income to build a nest egg.
Sagittarius Nov 23–Dec 21
An impulsive career move will have fortunate consequences for finances. A new job or a change in roles in your existing employment will help you climb the ladder of success. Whatever it takes, you will be determined to reach your goals. People respect your talent – the chance to work abroad, add to your qualifications or take on a more senior role will attract fame and acclaim. Don’t be surprised if you’re asked to display your work on a website or at a gallery. It’s a year when your job will be both financially and emotionally rewarding.
Capricorn Dec 22–Jan 20
As Jupiter travels through your sign, you will be rewarded for all your hard work and diligent effort of the past. Don’t be surprised if a big windfall or exciting job offer arrives as the year begins. Although not particularly fond of change, you’ll easily adapt to new circumstances, especially when these help you move forward in an ambitious way. In June you will get an opportunity to expand your qualifications. This will take you even further than you expected. Give some thought to what makes life meaningful to you as the year ends.
Aquarius Jan 21–Feb 19
Friendships inspire your creativity levels as the year begins. You might get together with a partner to restore old furniture or machinery. Making clothes, baking cakes, painting and writing are all good ways to exercise and indulge your creativity. Money-making opportunities will seem to fall into your lap. Someone in a position of power will be impressed by your skills and will offer you a job in the summer, with the potential to transform your life. An increase in your income will prove to be tremendously uplifting as you become more able to afford special treats for yourself and others, and to enjoy fun outings with friends.
Pisces Feb 20–Mar 20
Be patient if you are learning new skills, and don’t be discouraged if you struggle at first. Remember the cardinal rule: practice makes perfect. It’s a year when you can succeed in achieving your career goals through hard work, dedication and determination. Devote yourself in the first half of the year to getting the experience, training and qualifications which you will need in order to pursue a valuable job promotion. Stay focused on your ultimate dream and you’ll find an exciting job offer that comes your way in the summer will mark an important turning point for you. A new source of income will become available in the autumn and you will have the perfect opportunity to splash out on a special holiday.