Planetary movements this month (the basis)
The main planetary movements in December 2026 are as follows. Venus moves into Scorpio on December 4. Mercury moves into Sagittarius on December 6, and there is a new Moon in Sagittarius on December 9. Saturn in Aries returns to direct motion on December 11. On December 13, Neptune in Aries returns to direct motion, and Jupiter begins retrograde in Leo. The Sun moves into Capricorn on December 22, and there is a full Moon in Cancer on December 24.
Overview
This is a month when Saturn returns to direct motion in your own sign. The review of your position and responsibilities that you worked through during Saturn's retrograde, which continued from late July 2026, now moves to the stage of putting it into practice. The conclusion for this month is not to increase the roles you carry, but to separate what to continue from what to let go.
Work
In the first half, the year-end break and planning for next term overlap. The centre of this period is deciding the line between the work you carry yourself and the work you leave to others. For example, if you set the scope of a handover in writing, the start of the New Year will be steady. In the second half, the Sun moves into Capricorn and awareness of your public position rises. Handling matters related to evaluation and personnel on the basis of records builds trust. With Jupiter beginning retrograde in Leo on December 13, it is time to take stock once of the matters you have expanded.
Money
This is a month when money is tied to work. The central decision is separating year-end expenses into what to continue and what to stop. Review spending directly linked to next term's work separately from spending you continue by custom. For your provision for life after retirement, the point is to check the figures in their latest state in this month, when Saturn returns to direct motion. For a final decision on a large contract, the right approach is to check the terms in writing before proceeding.
Health
This is a month when year-end commitments pile up and rest is easily pushed back. This does not go into diagnosis or treatment of physical problems, but the point to watch this month is to secure rest days in your schedule in advance.
Love
This is a low-key section. Share your household's year-end plans early, and misunderstandings will decrease.