This year is a powerful year as it is a double fire year. Hold on to your hats as things are going to move very quickly this year. You may have already felt things starting to move quickly, picking up the pace, ready to gallop strongly into 2026. Expect more of the space race, issues around nuclear power and technology and communication to be in the forefront. When things are going well, they will go really well but unfortunately the reverse is also true.
The energy for the new year always falls between 21 January and 20 February. This year, the energy for the year 2026 commences on 17 February, 2026. Make sure you have everything in place by then. If possible complete an energetic Space clearing ceremony for your home or business as well.
The year is made up of a Yang Fire Stem and Horse (also Yang Fire) branch which gives us an inkling of what to expect based on what this stem and branch relate to. Double fire brings double the heat. There is additional hidden elements of more fire and some earth. There is no metal or water present in the energy of the year. Power and stamina rule. The year promises breakthroughs amidst changes. People are likely to be more impulsive and say what they think. It is unlikely to be a peaceful year. There is a high chance for explosions, fires, air and sea disasters and even nuclear disasters. Chernobyl disaster occurred in a Yang Fire year and the Fukushima nuclear disaster occurred on a Yang Fire Day. Air and sea disasters including airline crashes will be more likely.
The weather is likely to be turbulent as there is an imbalance between fire (lots of it) and water (none of it). Expect more hot and cold weather issues, typhoons and even tsunami’s as a result. Issues around the eyes, inflammation, heart, circulatory system and blood along with breathing and skin problems. As water is absent, our immune system is weak. Fire attacks metal causing organs like lungs and skin to be depleted. Issues around shoulder, eyes and brain more likely too. Accidents causing lots of bleeding are more likely. These are aspects of your health you need to be mindful of this year. Try and drink lots of water to help balance out the fire. Make sure it is quality, filtered water. Use metal or glass water bottles not plastic ones. Pay attention to your kidneys as they will need extra support this year.
If we look back at the last Fire Horse year we had the beginning of the Cultural revolution in China, the Russians landed on the moon and Australia started the decimal system. Expect some natural disasters in China this year.
There are likely to be some scandals and more space exploration. Putin is quite weak in 2026 as Fire is not favourable for him so we should see an end to the war in Ukraine as a result. Expect geopolitical events, political reshuffles and a change of those in power. There will still be issues in the Middle East – Netanyahu is in favourable luck so he is quite strong and therefore hard to stop. He has a temper and is stubborn so it will be unlikely he will end war. Donald Trump is likely to have health issues as fire is unfavourable for him. Likely to be around the heart/circulatory system and he will face more obstacles.
The horse is also a peach blossom star so love is in the air.
Bushfire prevention is important this year as extreme heatwaves and intensifying drought conditions are likely in Australia. This year as a nation we need to moderate our diplomatic tone to minimise unnecessary tensions with our Asian neighbours. We have a good potential for recovery and stability as long as we maintain diplomatic relationships and have a balanced economic response.
Industries that are supported relate to the water, wood and metal element. These include shipping, arts, metals, medical, healthcare, manufacturing, fashion, education, media, environment, books, transport, consulting, jewellery and the light industry. Silver and gold should continue to do well. The entertainment and finance sectors should be quite active. Industries around banking, heavy machinery, hi tech industries should do well. This is because metal needs fire to create tools and there is an abundance of fire to support the meal this year.
Unfavourable industries relate to fire and earth element. These include electricity, property, mining, construction, beauty, agriculture, furniture, funerals, performing, energy, chemical engineering and mechanical processing.
There is a lot of fire this year so try not to wear too much red as you may feel a little burnt out if you do. Emotions can be heightened so stay calm. Avoid impulsive actions that could harm your career, relationships or finances.
Auspicious colours for the year include white, gold, blue and black. Wearing metal jewellery is beneficial.
In terms of Numerology, 2026 is a year that is a 1 year (all numbers add up to 1). The 1 signals the start of a new phase in your life. This is a year of fresh starts. If you have been thinking of doing something then do it – whether that is to write a book, commence study, visit a new country, build or move house, then this is a great year to commence plans.
The Hexagram of 2026 is Number 26 Da Chu translating to Big Accumulation. This hexagram represents a time of excess or the great task of crossing the great water, signifying potential for both great change and great challenges. A great future can result. The hexagram implies great savings, accumulations or abundance. It also means your wealth and power and knowledge are in the process of ascending to greater heights. Keep your mind open as the year will bring about a lot of information that you will need to make sense of. To do this you will need to change the way you have thought about things previously. Be more open to new information. For instance, information may come to the surface about the Covid era that may shock you. A lot of so called conspiracy theories will be shown to have a foundation in truth so do not discount things too easily.
