The Astrology of Business: Q4 2025
by Stevie Goldstein
“There is no better boat than a horoscope to help a man cross over the sea of life.” This was the philosophy of ancient Indian astrologer-astronomer Varāhamihira circa the 6th century CE. Astrology has existed for thousands of years across many cultures and continents.
Astrologically speaking, 2025 has been a historic year. We’ve experienced monumental planetary shifts, some we haven’t seen since the 1800s! In the final leg of 2025, there’s no better time to utilize the ancient study of planetary patterns to maximize your influence in the here and now.
It was a temperamental Q3, with many twists and turns, but the months ahead are some of our least temperamental—astrology-wise—though this quarter is still anything but subtle! Q4 offers space for reflection, allowing us to refine and realign, close the year strong, and create realistic action plans to move confidently into Q1 2026. In the months ahead, October reminds us to get back to the vision, November is a time of reassessment thanks to Mercury and Uranus going retrograde, and December offers space for grounding. Let’s look up at the sky and the next few months ahead.
OCTOBER 2025: DREAM BIG
Celestially speaking, September was a doozy, and we’re fresh off the solar and lunar eclipses. Eclipses are benchmarks on our journey, accelerating energy and marking new beginnings or old stories ending, sometimes both. Now we’re in October, catching our breath, and being asked to return to our guiding intention. October starts in Libra season, the sign symbolized by the scales of justice. Libra asks us to seek harmony and ease. The previous month’s eclipses may have highlighted where you're feeling imbalanced. Take the steps to recalibrate your scales. Feeling overwhelmed running everything, including socials? Maybe it’s time to bring on a dedicated social media manager. Libra is the sign of partnership and collaboration. Teamwork makes the dream work! There’s no need to go it alone.
Speaking of dreams, on October 22, Neptune—the planet of imagination and the dream realm—retrogrades back into the visionary sign Pisces after spending months in Aries. Neptune will remain in Pisces until the end of January 2026. Take this planetary movement, and the months it spends here, as a time to reconnect with your "why." Reacquainting yourself with your career ethos will be the alignment you need to tackle the final quarter.
NOVEMBER 2025: STEP OUT OF YOUR COMFORT ZONE
Two major retrograde moments are happening this month. On November 7, Uranus—the planet of innovation—retrogrades back into the sign of Taurus until April 2026. Taurus is ruled by Venus, which influences our finances. Until Uranus returns to the sign of Gemini next spring, we’ll revisit where we need to make financial adjustments. If there’s something you’ve been putting off regarding money, it will likely resurface during this retrograde.
A few days later, on November 9, Mercury retrograde begins in Sagittarius and moves backward into Scorpio. Sagittarius is a globetrotting sign that loves to express itself at length and lives by the motto “the bigger, the better.” Scorpio, by contrast, is linked to the taboo realms of life and prefers to operate behind the scenes. During Mercury retrograde, we often act opposite to the traits of the signs involved. Sagittarius's retrograde energy could have us staying local and keeping our offerings bite-sized instead of overpromising complicated packages. The flipped energy of Scorpio encourages us to share the behind-the-scenes aspects of our work so we can connect to our clients and broader audience.
It’s time to enter the spotlight and let people know who you are and what you want, even if it feels vulnerable. This Mercury retrograde lasts until November 29, 2025, and invites us all to reevaluate our business and pivot to meet the moment.
DECEMBER 2025: FEET ON THE GROUND
It only took until the final month of the year, but December 2025 is slated to be the coolest, calmest, and most collected month in astrology so far! No retrogrades, no eclipses, just time to take in all that’s happened and get your feet back on the ground. Thanks to the sun in Sagittarius, the first few weeks of December still feature a good amount of fire sign energy—the element linked to passion and excitement. Come December 21, we enter Capricorn season.
Capricorn is an earth sign, symbolizing sturdiness, practicality, and dedication. It’s one of the most ambitious signs, and with no planetary roadblocks in the way during this month, there’s no reason to slow down! Capricorns know that anything worth doing is worth doing right, so whether you're in a final-quarter push or gearing up to give Q1 2026 your all, this is an excellent time for goal setting. Capricorn’s ruling planet is Saturn, which governs time and calendars. Consider this your sign to commit to a schedule or work routine, especially if you’ve been feeling off track—no need to wait until the new year to start your resolutions.
The final quarter of 2025 is unique in its flow. October is a time to explore our imaginative side, November pushes us to rise to the occasion, and December is a secret powerhouse month begging to be utilized. Let’s see how your sign is being asked to show up in Q4:
ARIES
It’s time to get in the zone. You’ve got your mind on your money and your money on your mind. Take this quarter to get into the mindset you need to see your goals through, especially financial ones. Avoid distractions so you can hit your target.
TAURUS
You’re ready for a reintroduction. Maybe it’s a redesigned website or a new marketing approach. Like attracts like, so make sure the message you’re sending out is tailored to the audience you’re looking to attract.
GEMINI
Let people know where you want to go. The planets are telling you to speak up and reach out. Everything you desire is one phone call away. Don’t be afraid to use your network. Closed mouths don’t get fed!
CANCER
Did someone say company retreat? Sometimes the best productivity boost is quality time with the people who make your business shine. If you work solo, step away from the screens and Slack notifications. Gather with the friends who make you feel like yourself.
LEO
Knowledge is power; this is a great time to sharpen your skills. New certifications or courses will be the best use of your energy during these final months of the year. Keep adding to your value.
VIRGO
It’s time for an upgrade, Virgo. You’ve done the grunt work, and now it’s time to level up and lean into your authority. You have the expertise, so take the growth opportunities, even if that means making major shifts. A new direction is calling.
LIBRA
The months ahead may have you reconsidering partnerships. For some, this could mean parting ways. For others, it’s a chance to bring in exciting new connections. The people you're working with are significantly highlighted by the astrology of the moment—link up wisely.
SCORPIO
Your investments need attention. What’s yielding the return you’re looking for, and what’s falling short? This time may also highlight real estate decisions, so be mindful of where you’re setting down roots.
SAGITTARIUS
It’s time to get back to you. You may have been caught up in projects and busy work. Now’s the time to be selective and prioritize what makes sense for you—not just for others. Put on your oxygen mask first.
CAPRICORN
Let your creative side shine. You may feel bottled up or afraid to say something wrong. Find an outlet, activity, or hobby that lets your feelings flow. You’ll find the answers you’re looking for in that space for expression.
AQUARIUS
The water bearer needs more zen. Consider this your signal to cocoon yourself so you can emerge as a butterfly. Take the time and space to see your ideas through to completion. You’ll emerge when you’re ready.
PISCES
The keyword is boundaries. If you must repeat yourself, stay clear about what you will and won’t do. Your authenticity is your strength, so don’t back down, even if others try to bulldoze you. You are not one to mess with.
BIO
Stevie Goldstein is an intuitive astrologer and writer based out of Los Angeles. Referred to as an "astrological cheerleader" by her clients, her readings offer motivation and actionable items to take so folks can manifest their dreams into reality. She amassed over 3 million downloads with her podcast What's Your Sign? and currently creates the astrology newsletter and podcast ⟡ star quality ⟡. Subscribe to her Substack for regular updates and musings on the planets.
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