The Wall Street Astrologer Weighs in on the Financial Markets

Crains reports on the predictions of Wall Street astrologer Henry Weingarten in this article:

I like my crystal balls clear, so I’m sick and tired of being sick and tired of wishy-washy forecasts that prevaricate on where markets are going.

So I was pleased last week to get an unmistakable reading on stocks from one of the best tools in the pundit’s trade: the Shiller price-to-earnings ratio. It’s signaling bleak times, but that’s OK because, if social media has taught us anything, you get more attention being certain than being right.

The Shiller PE ratio measures the current price for the S&P 500 divided by the index’s mean earnings per share during the past 10 years. That smooths out fluctuations in corporate profits and values stocks based on their historical earnings power. The Shiller ratio usually floats between 10 and 30, and a high number means the market is happy. It has reached above 35 only three times: in 1929, during the late 1990s tech-stock bubble and now. It’s currently 38, for those scoring at home.

The good news, says DataTrek Research’s Nick Colas, is the Shiller ratio is a poor predictor of where the market is headed in the next 12 months. High as it is now, the ratio is well below the 2000 peak of 44. The ratio measures back to 1872, and history shows when it gets this high the market produces negative returns during the next 10 years.

But I want a crystal ball to tell me what will happen much sooner.

For that, I turn to my favorite Wall Street forecaster, Henry Weingarten of the Astrologers Fund. Your eyes might roll, but Weingarten’s star-charting techniques are no more absurd than the market soothsayers using “technical analysis” and related mumbo jumbo. Weingarten warns that a combination of inflation, higher taxation and all the newbies swatting around GameStop is creating a toxic brew.

“It is almost certain (92%) that markets will correct before October options expiration,” he warns.

What to do? He recommends gold because it has “entered its favorable seasonal cycle.”

We report. You decide.

Horoscope for the Week of October 18, 2021 - Retrograde Mercury Redirects

Retrograde Mercury in Libra redirects now, stabilizing our communication efforts and making us more persuasive again. Where do we need a little extra sparkle? Find it and shine.

 

 

 

 

 

 

(Beyonce has Mercury in Libra)

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ARIES   (MARCH 21 - APRIL 20)

Has the conversation between you and a certain someone been a little strained recently? If so, welcome a new time of happier connection. You are closer to being on the same page on a variety of issues and can reach a new level of understanding. So, Aries, relax and enjoy your time with others, knowing that both of you can speak volumes without saying a word.

TAURUS (APRIL 21-MAY 21)

Any detailed, work related project that has been hitting a few snags recently can suddenly move forward and make real progress. Others seem to finally understand what you have been saying and what you need. Before, there was just communication fog. Thank you for your patience, Taurus. Now start pushing things forward.

GEMINI   (MAY 22 - JUNE 21)

If you have had a bit of creative block recently, Gemini, now is the time to push forward as a bunch of fun ideas can be mined and released. Inspiration strikes! Don’t waste time while this energy is ripe. It will also be easier to convince others to join in on your antics. See who can do what and find new ways to express yourself in artistic ways.

CANCER   (JUNE 22 - JULY 23)

Any home related project that has been sitting on the back of your to-do shelf can be brought forward and handled well now. That is because others are listening to you clearly and you are expressing yourself clearly as to what needs to get done. So, Cancer, let your imagination soar and get your surroundings to a state where you excel.

LEO   (JULY 24 - AUGUST 23)

Any past gaffes, where you spoke first and thought about it later, can be easily fixed now, Leo. That is because you are seeing how you can best craft your message so you are more diplomatic and others can more clearly understand what you are saying. Take your speech on the road and see who follows. Who knows where this can all lead…?

VIRGO   (AUGUST 24 - SEPTEMBER 23)

Saving your pennies for an eventual retirement is the slow way to solvency, Virgo. In the past few weeks you might have explored other avenues for financial success. But if you now feel at a fiscal crossroads, give yourself a few more weeks and do a little more research. You may now find the perfect investing solution. Be in control of your own future.

LIBRA   (SEPTEMBER 24 - OCTOBER 23)

Meeting folks for the first time may have been a little tricky in the recent past but now your ability to schmooze others to your way of thinking is not only sharp but also successful. Place yourself in the center of all of the social action any way you safely can, Libra. Now is the time to shine and light up the scene. You’ll get to know the who’s who and what’s what.

SCORPIO   (OCTOBER 24 - NOVEMBER 22)

Your intuition is not only sharp and on point now, Scorpio, you can also more easily ascertain what to expect in the near future and take the appropriate action. The cosmos speaks … and you can now accurately listen. The secret to your success is to observe, process and carefully move forward. But also be flexible as the messages can change.

SAGITTARIUS   (NOVEMBER 23 - DECEMBER 22)

You can never have too many friends, Sagittarius. But getting everyone in agreement is not always easy. A better balance is in your future now as you have clearer ideas and can express them well. So plan for a few get togethers with pals, acquaintances and a few completely new faces.  This is the time for out-reach and camaraderie.

CAPRICORN   (DECEMBER 23 - JANUARY 20)

Career plans may have been hitting some bumps as your past plans shifted or your conversations with bosses were not totally understood. But now, Capricorn, there will be more happy opportunities to make yourself clear, set your successful course and do what you need to do. Plan carefully, ask advice and take a calculated risk. Wow!

AQUARIUS   (JANUARY 21 - FEBRUARY 19)

Any travel plans that may have been held up or an actual trip that had its ups and downs are now a thing of the past, Aquarius. The road ahead is clear of obstacles and your ability to plan a perfect (and safe) get away is read for takeoff. What can you do to refresh your spirit and expand your world outlook? Now is the time to get creative.

PISCES   (FEBRUARY 20 - MARCH 20)

Your love life might have had a few miscommunications recently, Pisces. But now you can say what you mean and mean what you say in any highly emotional conversation. Our need for connection is deep and you are especially sensitive to the feelings of others. Make your personal needs known and see how strong bonds of love can become.

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Lucky Numbers for the Week of October 15, 2021

Lottery ads tell us you only need a dollar and a dream. But it is also helpful to have a list of lucky numbers to help spur the good fortune ... or fortunes. So with that in mind, here are some lucky numbers that can be used in any helpful way. I gazed into a pool of water, Nostradamus-like, and contemplated the cosmos. Then I mixed the tarot cards and allowed the spirits to guide me to the cards that represent the lucky numbers for this week. Nothing is guaranteed but who knows ....?

I choose eight numbers because 8 is the number of of wealth.

Here are the lucky numbers for the week of October 15-21, 2021:

5, 10, 12, 21, 23, 44, 48, 63

There are many ways to delve into your own consciousness to find luck and intuition. Try reading Dream Power/Improve Your Luck (Super Strength Series) and see if your dreams give you any clues and premonitions. Here's a guide to the best books available this month

Tenement Talk: Clairvoyant Housewives of the Lower East Side

Who knew that the Lower East Side of New York had so many psychics? The Tenement Museum is offering this fascinating webinar on the subject -

 

Virtual Tenement Talk: Clairvoyant Housewives of the Lower East Side When: Monday, October 25 at 7:00pm ET Where: YouTube Live At the turn of the last century, the Lower East Side was home to more than 1,000 people working as psychics, palm readers, and fortune tellers. One such businesswoman, Dora Meltzer, ran her palm reading studio from 97 Orchard Street, now home to the Tenement Museum. Join us on YouTube Live for a free virtual Tenement Talk with historian and Yiddishist Edward Portnoy and Tenement Museum President Dr. Annie Polland on the role of clairvoyants in the world of the Jewish Lower East Side, streamed live to YouTube from inside our historic tenement building at 97 Orchard Street.  RSVP NOW

 

Horoscope for the Week of October 11, 2021 - Venus in Sagittarius

Venus enters energetic Sagittarius. We are gutsier in love than ever before and manage to find new ways and new people to lead us to pure bliss. See where your heart leads you ... and follow.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(Jude Law has Venus in Sagittarius)

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ARIES   (MARCH 21 - APRIL 20)

Aries are ready for adventure and may just find it now in someone unusual, unique or just plain fascinating. Reach out to places and people that are beyond your usual neighborhood or comfort zone. Your ability to connect on many levels makes you not only sought after as a partner but also more secure within yourself. The road opens before you. Take it.

TAURUS (APRIL 21-MAY 21)

What is it about you that makes you so especially sexy now, Taurus? I don’t know but whatever it is, bottle it up and spread it around. It is time to concentrate on your love life and make it as amazing as you want it to be. What do you really need? Who is best for you? Explore the range of wonderful possibilities. It might be much closer than you think.

GEMINI   (MAY 22 - JUNE 21)

Put a little more zest into certain relationships now, Gemini. Connections over the past few months might have gotten stale. There are nice little extra things that you can do to bring others closer to you that will bring a partnership to an entirely new and lofty level. How high will you float? It depends how much fresh air you pump into it.

CANCER   (JUNE 22 - JULY 23)

Whether you are working remotely or in your office, there will be ways to make any situation smoother and happier. Cancers work well with others and now you can make any work situation even better. The secret to your success will be to find what colleagues and clients really need and find ways to make them all feel good. No problem for you!

LEO   (JULY 24 - AUGUST 23)

How creative can you get, Leo? Fairly so this week as your flair and artistry hit a high note. Try to find ways to make your surroundings not only more harmonious but also more beautiful. There will moments when your spark of genius attracts admirers. Keep the flame going as you change your personal landscape.

VIRGO   (AUGUST 24 - SEPTEMBER 23)

If your domestic situation is in need of a redo, this will be the perfect time to get going on it, Virgo. Whether that means a redecoration, a renovation or a complete move, is up to you. The most important thing is to focus on what you need to be more comfortable and secure. A possible reunion with a long lost relative may also be in the future.

LIBRA   (SEPTEMBER 24 - OCTOBER 23)

Charming and diplomatic Libras will be in tip top form now as their ability to communicate effectively has never been better. Put this talent to good use now. Share your views and opinions and find new ways to reach those who can help you attain your goals. Be sure to strategize first so you get the most impact from every thought.

SCORPIO   (OCTOBER 24 - NOVEMBER 22)

It is a given that money can be used to make your life more comfortable but it is right now that you can formulate an effective plan to earn it. Your vision is clear and the path opens before you, Scorpio. What is it that you need to do to gain financial independence? Once you have decided, reach out and find the right folks to help you make it happen.

SAGITTARIUS   (NOVEMBER 23 - DECEMBER 22)

Sagittarians are in top form. Any personal project that you have been planning to get off the ground suddenly becomes attainable. You can maneuver yourself into the center of attention. What you need to do now is to find the right supporters and have them help you along the way. Their advice and influence will be pivotal to getting you on the right path.

CAPRICORN   (DECEMBER 23 - JANUARY 20)

Not only do you find yourself to be more laid back and mellow, you are able to spread your good vibes into otherwise stressful situations and make everything calmer. Survey your landscape and see where your best efforts can produce the most successful results. Then do your charitable best to bring on the good karma. Success, Capricorn!

AQUARIUS   (JANUARY 21 - FEBRUARY 19)

Whatever you need from friends, you will find it now, Aquarius. Not only are large social groups a balm for your soul, there will be individuals who you happily discover are there to help you. So don’t sit on the couch and put this off until tomorrow. Find ways of reaching out safely in more meaningful ways and see how great things will progress.

PISCES   (FEBRUARY 20 - MARCH 20)

Your long term plans suddenly gain speed, Pisces. Anything that you have wanted to achieve suddenly seems a bit more achievable. Whether that means you find a supportive mentor or you discover a successful path yourself remains to be seen. So put yourself out there in the professional arena and wee how successful you can become.

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