Global and Market Overview
The U.S. stock market remains remarkably resilient as we approach
the new year. Patterns still point to higher prices, with NQ 100
targeting 26,800 — and possibly 28,200 — into the January high. The
S&P cash projection remains 7114.
Markets are overbought at publication, which may trigger brief
pullbacks into Dec. 12–15. Although an 2% correction is still possible,
the repeated technical setups for such a drop have not been quick
and dirty and lead to massive buying which happened with the Venus
/Jupiter trine into Wednesday, Nov. 26 th and the Mercury station into
Nov. 29 th . The broader cycle continues to point toward a final high in
late January 2026, followed by a more meaningful retracement into
April 2026.

Mercury debilitated in Pisces (Apr. 10–29) and joined by Mars should
create a cycle low for both cryptos and equities. Meanwhile, optimistic
energy from Sun, Venus, Mercury, and Mars in Sagittarius supports a
strong rally tone. Dasha-cycle highs are due the week of Jan. 20, with
more analysis to come.

Planetary Highlights
– Venus superior combustion (hidden behind the Sun) Nov.
26–Feb. 17 th in Sagittarius and Scorpio and Capricorn has
historically supported gold and stock-market advances.

– Mars combustion in Scorpio and Sagittarius was also positive
for stocks and gold during the 1993–1994 cycle.
– Heliocentric Mercury in Sagittarius (Dec. 31–Jan. 8) should
ignite another rally in metals, eventually pushing cycle highs
into April/May 2026.

– Sun in Scorpio, with multiple planets transiting through
Scorpio (12th house of the Sag. rising crude chart), suggests
continued crude weakness into Dec. 12.

– Jupiter retrograde in Gemini (Dec. 3–Mar. 25) continues to
support tech stocks (Aquarius) and Libra-related retail sectors.

Political Context
Despite growing headlines of conflict and unrest, Mars in its own sign
and then moving into a friend’s sign (Sagittarius until Jan. 15) and
that moderates some of the volatility. Yes, Mars increases irritability
and reactivity, but the media environment itself is amplifying division.
Perspective and discernment are essential — mainstream narratives
should be questioned.

President Trump’s dasha cycles look supportive through June 2026,
though health issues or intensifying opposition may arise after that.
Supreme Court Policy Implications
The most significant near-term policy trigger is the Supreme Court’s
pending ruling on Trump’s tariffs. A decision is expected between late
December and early January.
During this window, four major planets transit the first house of the
U.S. natal chart, increasing the probability of a favorable ruling for the
former president.

War Cycles and Geopolitical Pressure
Last month, we noted progress toward a Ukraine–Russia settlement,
supported by the grand water trine among Saturn, Jupiter, and
Scorpio planets. Significant diplomatic movement is underway. The
window remains open for progress into late December, before the
intensified combustion of Venus and Mars in early January increases
volatility.

Mars combustion began Nov. 6 and continues through Mar. 26, 2026,
amplifying irritability and military assertiveness.
– Mars in Capricorn (Jan. 15–Mar. 13) energizes military posturing,
especially with Rahu and later Saturn — volatility extends into Apr.
19, and resumes as Mars enters Aries (May 12–June 20).
– Europe remains divided: Hungary and Slovenia resist escalation,
while NATO hardliners push for deeper engagement.
Seasonal and Planetary Forecasts
– Mars in Sagittarius (Dec. 7–Jan. 15): Combustion amplifies holiday
fatigue, irritability, and aggressive rhetoric.
– Saturn square Mars (Dec. 8): Tired energy and indecision produce
temporary stagnation.
– Sun in Sagittarius (Dec. 16–Jan. 14): Holiday vibrancy.
– Venus in Sagittarius (Dec. 19–Jan. 12): Strong retail activity and
higher January retail reports.
– Mercury combust (Dec. 27–Feb. 9): Historically supportive for grain
prices and several commodity groups.

The Stock Market Puzzle
Medium-term: Expect a major cycle high by Jan. 2026, with S& P cash
possibly reaching 7114.
Long-term: Next major support lies near 5600.
Stock Highlights
– NVIDIA (NVDA): Upside potential to 220+ by January. Should hold
167.
– Tesla (TSLA): Targets 505–520, with strong support at 390–411.

Sector Outlook
Crude Oil & Energy
– Crude remains structurally bearish into early January.
– Downside targets: 53.50 or even 49.50.
– Longer-term: Energy could rally to 103–108 by mid-2026.

Interest Rates
– Expect a rate low around Dec. 10.
– Structural risk rises as Jupiter leaves Gemini in June 2026.
– Saturn–Neptune conjunction (Feb. 2026) signals financial instability.

Metals: Gold & Silver
– Gold peaking near 4300–4334; dip to 3840 is a buy.
– Silver support at 50.00; upside to 6100 and 7200.

Cryptocurrencies
– BTC may stall at 99,000. Open to 110,000 into January and if new
highs above 130,00, a new low to 70,000 possible into April.
– Long-term upside to 225,000; speculative extremes near 1.18M.

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