Year of the Yang Fire Horse
The Yang Fire Horse year (2026) brings intense energy, historical parallels (1966, 1066), political shifts, and romantic luck.
Fully awake, serpent hands over its light. At the Yin Yang point of powerful illumination, Horse, the Solar Pacemaker, takes the reigns initiating warp speed ahead. Star Trek sets the scene while Vangelis’s score for Chariots of Fire echoes the soundtrack — the great unknown beckons.
The crux of 2026 is Horse’s heavenly companion Bing, duplicating fire’s power. Add in an Age 9 fire cycle, then an astrological fire trine on 17 February that coincides with Lunar New Year, all under a ring of fire solar eclipse. Racking up fi ve fi re signatures is quite the omen! Horse normally brings some zesty pizzazz to town, but this year carries a caveat: when it’s good it’s very, very good and when it’s bad, it’s horrid. The eclipse underscores this.
To paraphrase Carl Sagan, to know the past is to understand the future. Yang Fire and Horse last ponied up in 1966, producing the Soviet Luna 9 moon landing, Australia’s decimalisation, the Beatles’ Revolver album (McCartney is a triple horse), Star Trek, UFO chatter, Ketamine (horse tranquiliser), the Pine Gap Treaty and no Nobel Peace prize recipient. Other legacies across the 180-year cycle metrics brought significant natural disasters prefixed by Great, Biggest and Worst. Supremacy races saw Pope Pius IX, on June solstice 1846, a three-horse day, begin the longest papacy in the Catholic Church, plus the Mexico/US war in the same year. 1066 brought the Battle of Hastings. While an ominous 1006 Supernova forebode the collapse of the Shang Dynasty to the longest spanning Zhou Dynasty. The archetype jumps the next hurdle.
Power, stamina and supreme yang are symbolic of the Horse. Bing correlates to the colour red, blood, actual fire and weaponry. Combined, the inferno pillar forms an aggressive warhorse: it’s the grit to maintain bloodlines, bravery to draw battlelines and the will to cross the Red Line (DEFCON adopted ’66). Armies, guards, socialism, political parties and revolutions are ubiquitously associated with red. Under two identical fire pillars, Red Guard Week began during the Cultural Revolution. Russia’s invasion of Ukraine also fell on the same day pillar. Equally symbolic, King Edward VIII, a double horse native, abdicated from a supreme position of power.
Politics is Horse’s playground. Geopolitical crossfire cues superpower reshuffles and a changing of the guard. Tigers, Dogs and Goats are Horse’s allies — befriend them. Be it lust, love or war, hearts pound (fire organ). Horse is a Peach Blossom star — code for Cupid’s bow. Screen siren Kathleen Turner, a 1966 triple Horse voiced her peach blossom star as femme fatale Jessica Rabbit. Folks with Snake, Rooster or Ox in their charts saddle up, romantic interludes beckon. Be warned, infi delity lures (broken hearts). Love and hate are two sides of the same coin. Horse natives face relationship tests (platonic and partnered); double calamities when rodents roam. Fire is akin to beauty and radiance when teamed with fame and celebrity status (fire themes) it spawned supermodels in 1990. Social jaunts Eastward are enchanted.
Horse and speed are wedded. Add perspiration, adrenalin (synthesised, 1906), vigour and euphoria and you’ve bottled fire — as Sporting fever. A thirst for firsts saw Farina (fire horse native), win the first ever Formula One and Dawn Fraser acing in Fire Horse Luck Pillar. Less fortunate for 1906, medals for elite athletes in the Intercalated Olympics went unrecognised. Be it codes of conduct snafus, climate impacts or the Olympic flames, the 2026 games seem fated. Self-penalising for horse natives. Sport expresses fire’s lighter side, winning the hearts, minds and souls of nations — England still dines on its 1966 World Cup victory. In 2026, a competitive games calendar awaits.
If sport doesn’t spark joy, then there’s space, nuclear or tech and comms races. At peak yang, the pull toward yin begins; from deep outer space Neptune and Pluto (ninth planet for a time) were discovered on horse’s watch. Gen X began in 1966, the first generation exposed to digital tech, superseded by Gen Beta; now testing overexposure. Fire is energetic and futuristic; its forte is to outshine, even upstaging itself; think nuclear fusion (artificial suns) replacing sunrays and electricity for flames. The world’s first nuclear power station opened and the world’s biggest station closed in horse years. Human intelligence versus AI, another folly of equines. Fire needs a host to cling to; humans’ data fuels AI’s insatiable appetite. It’s time to replace the fuel source or the Human race risks being outshone and upstaged. Horse is haphazard with finances, pivoting between in the red to off the charts. The behaviour of flames is mirrored in stock market candlestick graphs. Risky hedge funds entered financial lexicons in 1966. Fire-related industries face strong competition in the public eye: adrenalin fuelled sales but short-changed at year’s end. Tariff -trading wars reinforce the need for supply chain allies — Oxen, Rats and Pigs do dubious deals.
All things fire, man-made and natural, reignite global warming chatter. The fossil fuel crisis renews pressure on renewable energy supplies — combust transmission lines are choke points. The essence of Horse is solar. Kerosene, oil drilling and two major colliery disasters all follow the archetypes signature and London’s Great fi re in 1666. On the flip side, floods feature in the first half of year; summer is peak fruition, maybe even oversupply. Snake put us on notice as heat waves bring severe drought by year’s end. Fire ants march on (maybe mice too). The trailblazer’s next chapter begins.
Personal Boons
(See asterisked* years) A beneficial boon for natives with Heavenly Yin Metal daymaster (Xin) or born in years ending in 1, you’ll feel blessed. Bounties are possible for folks with Yang Metal (Geng) stems in their chart or born in year ending in 0.
Rat
1948, 1960*, 1972, 1984, 1996,2008, 2020*
Your cardinal hand is up, in polarity poker. Amid the thermodynamics, you’re blessed with a star of clarity — channel it, especially when things run hot. Career and business benefit from cosmic counsel. Lap it up as cosmic headwinds show up in equal measure, impeding progress. Double down on luxury spends. Squirrel away, as expenses leave reserves drained dry so wise folk reframe, redirecting dollars to benefit themselves. Relationships hover at the boiling point as squabbles and tears are peppered with short fuses — defuse and you’ll unlock harmony and all manner of blessings. 1972 rodents clash, tread carefully. 子 N2 352.5°–7.5°
Ox
1949, 1961*, 1973, 1985, 1997,2009, 2021*
Hopefully you’re unscathed by Snake’s skirmish. This year, Horse’s dandy exuberance may siphon your vitality, leaving you withdrawn. Here’s the secret; it’s you who unnerves Horse, so reframe. Be it health hiccups, work woes or general lag, you’ll have three prized and fortuitous stars to shield you from adversities. But, remain risk averse or hubris hinders you capitalising on said gifts. It’s time to unleash last year’s newfound skills as former problems dissolve, with influencer status yours for the taking. Loft y leadership goals are ticked. The seal of approval in turn boosts income. 丑 NE1 22.5°–37.5°
Tiger
1950*, 1962, 1974, 1986, 1998,2010*, 2022
Balance and stability return as snake’s tailspin subsides. The scales still feel weighted. Horse welcomes you and a canine friend to the fold. Your welcome gift is recognition, you’re seen, so make it count. Kudos may come from afar. A stagecoach awaits; the destination pending. Refrain from playing the ponies, you’re no jockey and accidents happen, including betting blues. It’s a think twice act once kind of vibe, involving deaf ears and blind eyes. Warranty up while you’re at it, as pesky property setbacks could show up. The love stakes see fleeting encounters; just know it soon fades. 寅 NE3 52.5°–67.5°
Rabbit
1951*, 1963, 1975, 1987, 1999, 2011*, 2023
Snake forced you to lean on mates to survive and thrive, this year is akin to a golden gift horse, so don’t look boons in the mouth. Delivering a triple dose of fortune and an uptick in abundance opportunities, including asset acquisitions. There are caveat clauses; use it or lose it. Be aware of a smattering of spanners in the works as legal tussles and quarrelsome miscommunication could undo. And, if you’ve got the stamina, your social diary delivers passion, romance and celebrations. You’re hot to trot! 1963 bucks may settle down. 卯 E2 82.5°–97.5°
Dragon
1952, 1964, 1976, 1988, 2000*, 2012, 2024
Your yang counterpart Horse outranks you. Even so, you’re invited to sit at the table, in turn boosting social ranking. You feel seen and on-the-radar again. Welcome news after a prolonged spell of isolation, which could continue if you give into persistent wallowing. Behind the facade, you may juggle some personal setbacks; you are accident prone and a sad event may leave you offering condolences. Rest assured there’s a double serve of balmy relief to pick up the slack, smooth out kinks and solve the problem. Next year brings gains. ⾠ SE1 112.5°–127.5°
Snake
1941*, 1953, 1965, 1977, 1989, 2001*, 2013, 2025
Dethroned but still recognised by the cardinal. Don’t lose your momentum, build on last year’s progress, there’s still opportunities to elevate your end game. Academic ambitions are in the spotlight. Buttoning down a legal niggle could be tricky, as radio silence obscures progress, dragging out the issue. Th at said, a mate might step up and ease a financially related burden. The wheels may have come off health goals last year, but it’s time to address the spin out and practice self-care. Good news if your version of R&R equates to soulfood as cosmic cuisine features. ⺒ SE3 142.5°–157.5°
Horse
1942, 1954, 1966, 1978, 1990*, 2002, 2014, 2026
You’re back in the saddle for the Grand Duke Derby. There are wins to be had, but the plus column is lean. A victory lap comes with power plays, now pick up the reigns and lead. Beware of burnout. Talent recognition sees promotion as your ticket to riches. Be wise and pony up with Dogs and Tigers as they’ll help bolster your investments. This year also brings lingering self-doubt, which can be your own undoing. Don’t over commit and curb your impatience. Relationship resilience is tested and a hidden health hiccup shows up. 午 S2 172.5°–187.5°
Goat
1943, 1955, 1967, 1979, 1991*, 2003, 2015
You felt short changed last year, now benevolence beckons as you forge a charming alliance with your celestial neighbour, the Horse. Snake’s stamina test is behind you. Now’s the time to break free of those who begrudge, or frenemies who show you disdain. Lucky you, your bingo card displays just the script. Cosmic VitD, the benevolent sun star shines bright upon you as a male mentor shows up. Your injection of luminescence is prepping you for next year’s leading role. Wealth opportunities show up — when you show up. Romance bounces back, a golden balm soothes. 未 SW1 202.5°–217.5°
Monkey
1944, 1956, 1968, 1980*, 1992, 2004, 2016
Navigating Snake’s tenure was both punishing and volatile. This year’s Tai Sui (Horse) nourishes your philosophical bias and your Einstein opportunity arrives. With an appetite for knowledge, upskilling could be pivotal as horse dangles a work relocation package. But there’s a caveat; you’ll need to travel to cash in your career chips. The carrot may even involve an overseas posting. Decisions leave you on edge so remember to fact check legal fine print. A possible second rodeo leading to a hermitic lifestyle — mingle more. Social opportunities show up. Check in with seniors. 申 SW3 232.5°–247.5°
Rooster
1945, 1957, 1969, 1981*, 1993, 2005, 2017
A cardinal cousin is a kingpin — bestowing gifts of supreme support. Kick-start the year with a big picture review, crunch the numbers, plug the leaks and reset life goals. Don’t be rash with cash; the road to riches lies in wielding the groundswell of mentors and guides that show up. Lean into a blessed female figurehead for guidance. If you’ve denied feeding your spiritual soul then this year forces the point. Singles you’ll mingle but partnered folks may double deal. Keep your deception bifocals on a handy hook. R&R helps you reframe. ⾣ W2 262.5°–277.5
Dog
1946, 1958, 1970*, 1982, 1994, 2006, 2018
A cosmic trinity sees canines in the IT group, an opening act on Lunar New Year. Your street credit ramps up and a welcome confidence boost sees you resurrect a former ambition. Unleash your creative superpowers into the talent pool — remembering to milk your sphere of influence and anchor down networks. You’ve got the keys to the vault. On the flip side, lingering legal beefs leave you feeling jinxed, but cosmic relief steps in to dull the impact. Don’t let anxiety rent your headspace, as your emotional bandwidth may be needed for grave news. 戌 NW1 292.5°–307.5°
Pig
1947, 1959, 1971*, 1983, 1995, 2007, 2019
The dust settles as your year-long face-off with Serpents ends. Reputations may be bruised but Horse offers an antidote, restoring balance. A beneficial transformation star shows up to melt and quell residual kinks and curveballs. Side hustles or alternative income streams pay dividends, buffering you, especially if financial follies ballooned last year. Avoid the temptation to spend your newly minted notes as material losses remain in sight. Make sure there’s fat in the budget for constitutional checks if red flags show up. Brooding sows, the stork may deliver a genius. 亥 NW3 322.5°–337.5°
Feng Shui 2026
Legend proffers amidst a chaotic flood, the underlying order between Yin and Yang elements was inscribed upon a horse emerging from the River Ho. Since elements wax and wane, over time fire came to represent the point of culminating yang. Reflecting high noon on the midsummer solstice, when solar energies standstill — before slowly declining, seeding yin. This year’s overtly fiery horse frenetically presses
the point. Amplifying the interlude between yang and yin. Feng shui offers respite.
Harmonising elements is Feng shui’s wheelhouse. Knowing when and where malign and benevolent forces reside enables getting ahead of the curve. Feng shui compasses actually map 24 directions, dividing all eight directions in thirds. Horse’s inherent position is cardinal South, specifically middle South, the hottest
orientation in the Northern Hemisphere. Annually, all nine energy centres (includes centre) fluctuate, shifting on 4 February, when the Feng Shui fraternity ushers in a Solar New Year; preceding this year’s Lunar New Year celebrations. The annual lo-shu chart reflects key themes; finely tuned when interpreted in conjunction with building or monthly charts.
Annual Flying Star #1 (centre cell) sets out with positive and beneficial intentions. Correlating to water, beginnings, intelligence, wisdom and oneness/isolation themes. Moisture brings a balancing antidote to a scorched landscape; however, water is fire’s nemesis. A clash between elements — one extinguishes, the other heats and evaporates — the dynamic signals change. Be it through an astrology or feng shui lens, the cardinal axis of North/South, specifically Rat/Horse degrees, is afflicted with tensions. Folks with Gua #1 or #9, middle-aged males and females or sons and daughters, this alignment has your name on it.
Global lens regions and countries with South/North associations blow hot and cold (1966 Northern Ireland Troubles erupted, Arctic versus Antarctic, glacier versus deserts, take your pick). Horse latitudes mirror the lag of subtropical highs. Water industries are well placed for gains; maritime, cruise liners, communications or drinks markets**. In turn, waterways, global straits, shipping lines, Suez Canal and maritime boundaries such as the Black, North, Red, Coral and South China seas are activated alongside oceanic liquid gold energy resources. Countries that share a coastline are also triggered. International submarine (water) cable lines (fire), the world’s fibre-optic lines of communication, are equally spot lit.
An overexposed South also plays host to the malefic #5 — reputations and social status take hits. This is targeting the collective, but females may feel the burn — best not to mix business with pleasure, especially Rabbits. Just off-axis (South 1) could take the edge off . Buildings with entrances, bedrooms or high occupancy areas matching this axis may face stormy headwinds. Via another metric, an economic bind shows up. It’s a year when the ubiquitous red door in the South, lauded as good feng shui gets debunked. Owners of such, put your feng shui consultant on speed dial.
Big picture wise, the preponderance of fi re signatures emphasises the absence of cosmic elements to mitigate outcomes. A
look back via identical pillar markers shows an overwhelming emergence of health-related data — the first genetic fragments of HIV were unknowingly discovered in 1966, typhoid fever and pulmonary plague in 1906, the third cholera pandemic in 1846. Dialling back to 1666, the Great Plague spread via fleas on rats (Rat/Horse clash) — compelling examples of the Apocalyptic Red Horse’s tenure. Here’s the kicker, ancient Chinese almanacs echo similar fates, plagues in livestock, even zoonitic epidemics, for 2026.
Last year’s health indicator moves to a Northwest pied-à-terre. The #2 star is life’s great leveller, the cosmic litmus test for wellness. There’s double the pressure on lungs, skin, mental health and the heart. Thanks to northwest’s metal bias, dynamics are subdued somewhat. Going with the flow and tapping into fires’ more spiritual side, aka Spirit of the Mind, may bring positive rewards. Get acquainted with celestial physician days, they may come in handy for self-care and wellness routines; test out Dog days in Tiger month (4 Feb–4 Mar). That said, the northwest isn’t ideally placed for hanging out for self-care purposes without some feng shui countermeasures. If bedrooms are located here, the road to recuperation may be hampered this year. The great outdoors offers free medicine, but be sure to slip, slop, slap. Sun makes skin uber sensitive
There’s no denying this year carries the hallmarks of intensely testy times; supreme yang deals big cards. Navigating life in perpetual fi ght-or-fl ight mode equates to cycles of burnouts and lessons in patience. But for all the gusto, this is a time of standstill, an interlude to seek clarity on next steps. You may even feel enlightened. Now, under the starting gun we cross the Rubicon. On your marks, get set, go! Goat is waiting on the other side.
** Not stock market advice.
