June 4th, 2023

Dear Fellow Star-gazers,

Happy Full Moon!

Firstly, this coming Friday, I would be delighted to welcome you to my FREE webinar hosted by NCGR.

NCGR INTERNATIONAL WEBINAR: THE FUTURE OF EUROPE
June 9th 2023 AT 15.00 GMT (11.00 EST)

Zoom: 
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81993672379?pwd=TERkMTdqSFNnVFFkNWswSldSdi91QT09

If the time doesn't suit you, the recording will be available on NCGR's Geocosmic and NCGR Youtube channel.

GAMBLERS' CURSE
There is an aspect in astrology that I term the 'gambler's curse'. We all experience this at some time in our lives when either Jupiter or Pluto by transit moves to right angle or opposition to the natal planet positions. This is when you are likely to 'reach for the stars' and yes, sometimes it does work out well.

At other times however, the compulsion to act without restraint leads to self-sabotage. The financial consequences can be considerable. Obviously much depends on your personal chart, how the natal planet fits in to the overall picture - and the overall planetary geometry of the time.

Geocentrically Jupiter was at right angle to Pluto on Thursday May 18th - with, for a few hours, the Moon joining Jupiter and amplifying the effect. Not everyone will have tuned in to this planetary chord but those who did, may remember that as a decisive period when they felt tempted to 'play with the Gods'.

Globally, this was an important day: The on-going struggle in Ukraine reached a significant turning point with discussions focusing on the rising food costs associated with the conflict. Elsewhere, in Italy, floods devastated ancient villages and towns caused millions of euros worth of damages. US stock markets appeared oblivious closing sharply higher (Jupiter) following positive developments on the debt ceiling negotiations (Pluto). It is fascinating to note that the 'deadline' date for agreement is 30 June - the very day when the two planets are at exact right angle if viewed heliocentrically.

The present geocentric cycle began with their conjunction in 2020. The cycle before that began in 2007, and reached significant turning point in 2010, 2013 and 2017. Within months of each, the US debt ceiling was raised, and one might wonder if this 3 year rhythm will continue indefinitely. 
Thankfully there are other cycles to consider: the planets move on and before the next Full Moon (July 3rd), Jupiter will make positive aspect to Saturn. In the days leading up to the exactitude of this aspect on June 19th, constructive dialogue and concerted effort implies determination to find solutions.

The probability of reaching agreement is high and will surely be a factor in US indices strengthening in the run up to the end of June. So yes, it is possible that we will see new highs both in the US and elsewhere. The big question is always: 'when is the next 'crash' coming'?

Ignoring - for now -the near inevitable roller coaster that the fourth quarter of the year will bring, arguably the most difficult financial period on the horizon is Chiron's alignment with the Lunar Node in February 2024 which may be - as was the case with a similar aspect in 1969, indicative of minor US recession.

GOLD

More immediately, we should focus attention on Venus' extended stay in Leo. There is a myth that the price of gold is high when Venus moves through Leo. As may be seen from this seasonality graph (courtesy of Optuma software), this is far from the case. 

Though this makes compelling viewing, it is simplified research and using this as a trading tool would not bring desired gain. I will show more about gold trading in the next monthly class on Sunday June 18th (you can book using paypal via www.financialuniverse.co.uk or email office@cityscopes.com requesting an invoice for alternative payment method).

BANKING
In this last week I have been preparing a chapter 'Financial Armageddon?' for my next book.  Research has taken me into the fascinating history of banking, finance and insurance. Though true, I expect more bank failures before the end of the year, these are most likely to involve those banks that are too deeply enmeshed with cryptos and lack strength to cope with even the threat of regulatory activity.

We know from our studies that the banking sector tends to do well as Jupiter makes passage through Taurus - which it does approximately every twelve years. In the last three hundred years as banking has developed, Jupiter has never passed through this sign at the same time as Uranus. The latter is the planet of challenge and unexpected developments. We will likely see the value of some bank stocks soar before Jupiter moves on into Gemini next year, whilst others collapse. Identifying which bank falls into which category is an astro-challenge - though it's probably fair to say that it will be banks incorporated since the mid 1960s that will are most vulnerable.

CRYPTOS

A rather interesting planetary picture is emerging. Though price movement is clearly linked with the lunar cycle, what is becoming ever more apparent is that when planetary activity in mutable signs (Gemini, Virgo, Sagittarius, Pisces), is high, then there is increased trade with a tendency for these markets to move down. You can learn more through the Astro-Crypto subscription letter (see below) and through the monthly astro-events.

ASTRO-TRADING CLASSES
Interest in my now monthly astro-financial event has exceeded my expectation. We are growing and an option to book a series in advance will be offered soon. If you are not sure if this is for you, please email and I will send you a recording of an event from earlier this year. If you find this informative and want to learn more, you can register for the June 18th event though www.financialuniverse.co.uk (PS If you have attended a previous monthly event or bought either Trading with the Moon or the Introduction to Financial Astrology, I will be sending a special bulletin midweek.)

HOME
Our cottage hospital is running relatively smoothly: - so much so that work on my new book is progressing. An unexpected development is that I am reading aloud to Michael - and learning much about naval history (his hobby!) in the process. We have to stop whilst I check charts of admirals and ship launches of course, but the exercise is proving a delightful and unexpected distraction from hoists, wheelchairs etc!.

For now,

Wishing you and yours well,

Yours from the stars

Christeen

EVENTS

June 18th  MONTHLY ASTRO-FINANCE CLASS 
www.financialuniverse.co.uk

June: Future of Europe (NCGR International series)

July: Synchronicity University

July: NCGR Sacramento event