This article presents astrologer yuji’s views on the Nikkei 225 based on a major astrological forecast, together with the relationship between Kioxia’s stock plunge and Mercury retrograde, as well as sectors and astrological events to watch going forward.
Popular astrologer yuji has tested the correlation between planetary alignments and stock prices using a proprietary algorithm and outlines an investment strategy combining long-term and short-term stocks. He also discusses the Nikkei 225’s future direction and the outlook for sectors expected to benefit from favorable planetary alignments.
Kioxia’s stock plunge is said to have coincided with the start of Mercury retrograde in June. The shares fell sharply from a peak of ¥112,700, with the decline reaching approximately 68%. Mercury retrograde is expected to end in late July, while the effects of Pluto retrograde are also believed to continue.
In an analysis assigning companies to the 12 zodiac signs, Toyota is classified as Virgo, Sony as Taurus, and ASICS as Pisces. The analysis explains that the movements of the planets associated with each sign affect stock-price trends.
Regarding semiconductor-related stocks, the shift of Uranus into Gemini prompted discussion about the end of the semiconductor bubble, but the view presented is that favorable tailwinds will continue after Pluto retrograde ends.
The outlook includes the possibility that the Nikkei 225 could reach the ¥100,000 range over periods of 1–2 years or 5–6 years, as well as the prospect that the long-term favorable environment for U.S. stocks will continue until around 2043.
As sectors to watch, the analysis cites the positional relationship between Saturn and Jupiter and suggests that entertainment, creative and sports-related stocks will strengthen.
Astrological events cited include 23 September, when the Sun enters Libra; 3 October, when Mars and Pluto form an inauspicious same-position alignment; 16 October, when Pluto retrograde ends; and 11 November, when a triple conjunction occurs. These periods are said to have the potential to affect the stock market.