Mercury is set to transit into Cancer, the sign ruled by the Moon, on August 5. This shift is expected to directly benefit people born under Aries, Gemini, Virgo, Libra and Capricorn. Astrologically, August is being viewed as a particularly significant month, and this Mercury transit is expected to matter in more ways than one. Favourable combinations for gains in jobs and business are forming during this period, and whatever you say is likely to carry more weight with others than usual.
When and how the transit unfolds
According to astrological calculations, Mercury moved into Gemini on July 7 and will stay there until August 5. It will then move into Cancer, the Moon's sign, on August 5 and remain placed there until August 22. After leaving Cancer, Mercury will enter Leo. In other words, Mercury is set to change signs twice within the month of August, which is exactly why this month is being treated as astrologically significant.
Which five signs stand to gain
The five zodiac signs said to benefit from this transit are Aries, Gemini, Virgo, Libra and Capricorn. Specific benefits have been laid out separately for Aries, Gemini, Virgo and Capricorn, while Libra is included in the same list, with the transit expected to bring overall benefit to Libra natives as well.
Aries: family support and gains in business
For Aries, this transit could bring good news connected to home and family. Pending work related to property, buying a vehicle, or anything tied to the house is likely to pick up pace. Good time will be spent with family, and the atmosphere at home will feel pleasant. Business is also expected to see gains during this period.
Gemini: relief from money worries
Gemini natives may find relief from money-related troubles. There is a chance that money stuck somewhere could finally come through. Words will carry real impact during this period, meaning you will be able to convince others through conversation. Favourable combinations are also forming for new and good opportunities in both business and jobs.
Virgo: new opportunities, old wishes fulfilled
This transit is expected to be beneficial for Virgo as well. Long-pending wishes could finally be fulfilled. There is also a possibility of meeting new people, which could prove useful going forward. A new opportunity may come up in your career, and work that has been stuck for a while is likely to speed up and get completed.
Capricorn: support from spouse, gains in partnerships
Capricorn natives stand to gain significantly from this Mercury transit. Full support from a spouse is on the cards. Work done in partnership is also likely to bring benefit. A new deal coming through could work in your favour. Additionally, some long-pending work that you have been waiting on for a long time may finally get completed.
Remedies to double the benefit
A few simple remedies have also been suggested to help double the benefit of this Mercury transit.
- Worship Lord Ganesha every Wednesday and offer durva grass and modak, which is said to bring benefit.
- Chanting the mantra Om Bum Budhay Namah 108 times is also said to bring great benefit.
- Feeding green fodder to a cow is also considered auspicious.
- Avoid getting into unnecessary arguments with anyone, and always speak well and thoughtfully.
