The fastest-moving planet in our solar system Mercury is retrograde in Aquarius from 30th January 2021 to 4th February 2021. Mercury, or Budh, has a significant impact on many factors of a person’s life. Mercury is the sign that influences communication skills, academics and ventures in businesses. So knowing the impact of Mercury retrograde in Aquarius is important for all who are involved in studies, businesses and, of course, for communication professionals. As the ruler of the fourth and tenth house, which means happiness and career, respectively, Mercury in retrograde impacts everyone who wants to be happy and also anyone who wants a good career.

ARIES

From 30th January 2021 to 4th February 2021, Mercury retrograde in Aquarius and is in your 11th house. While those who have direct Mercury in their birth chart will face some challenges professionally, those with retrograde Mercury in the birth chart will be at the peak of their careers, and it is an extremely favourable time for you. Your hopes and aspirations will be fulfilled now. If you are looking for a job, this is a promising time.

From 4th February 2021 to 21st February 2021, Mercury is retrograde in your 10th house. Retrograde Mercury in the birth chart will help you gain name and fame professionally, while direct Mercury in your horoscope will cause you immense hardships. Your seniors or boss will be unhappy owing to lack of progress, and you should try avoiding getting into any verbal spat at your workplace. This is not a good time to start any new venture or new investments. 

TAURUS

From 30th January 2021 to 4th February 2021, the transit of retrograde Mercury will prove beneficial for those who have retrograde Mercury in their birth charts. Mercury will be placed in your 10th house, and it will fill you with a lot of energy in your professional life, and your work will make your seniors happy. However, according to Vedic astrology, if you have direct Mercury in your birth chart, you may face some minor problems professionally. From 4th February 2021 to 21st February 2021, Mercury is in conjunction with Jupiter and Saturn in your 9th house, and this will have significant implications. Retrograde Mercury in the birth chart may imply sudden gains, but this retrograde movement will be challenging for those with direct Mercury. You will get rewards, but everything will be slow. You need to put in extra effort and maintain good communication skills. Things will improve drastically after this period, and you may get high rewards from foreign business deals. 

GEMINI

Since Mercury is the ascendant lord of Gemini, this transit and retrograde movement of the ascendant lord will not prove to be in your favour. For the entire period of the transit in Aquarius and Capricorn- 25th January 2021 to 21st March 2021- you should not invest anywhere, including the stock market and fixed assets, as this will only bring losses. 

From 30th January 2021 to 4th February 2021, when Mercury is in the 9th house, you will face many challenges at work and elsewhere. The situation will take a turn for the worse between 4th February 2021 and 11th March 2021, when Mercury is in the 8th house. This is a house of loss and misfortune, so you may have unexpected expenses, mainly on healthcare, as your health is fragile now.  Things will improve once this retrograde movement ends. You may also face loss in your business, and your marital ties may come under strain. 

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CANCER

From 30th January 2021 to 4th February 2021, Mercury retrograde in Aquarius is in your 8th house, and this might cause you some losses. It is thus advisable that you do not start a new business venture, or make new investments. This is not a very good phase for your career, and you must not display ego or arrogance at your workplace. From 4th February 2021 to 21st February 2021, Mercury will be placed in the 7th house- the house of long-term relationships. Saturn, Jupiter, and Venus are also here. You may meet someone new who may become your life partner, but be careful not to let anyone take undue advantage of you. Marriage and business partnerships might come under strain if you do not watch what you say. Things will improve when Mercury stops being retrograde from 21st February 2021 onwards. 

LEO

When Mercury is retrograde in Aquarius from 30th January 2021 to 4th February 2021, it is placed in your 7th house, and this will bear fruitful results. Your personal and professional life will be benefited. You will have good communication with your spouse, business partners, and colleagues at work and any past problem may get resolved. However, when Mercury retrograde moves to Capricorn between 4th February 2021 and 21st February 2021, you will get mixed results. While Mercury in the 6th house is beneficial, the presence of Saturn may create hindrances. Your financial standing will be good, debts will reduce, and your health will improve. You may want to start a new fitness routine. However, there may be hurdles that you need to overcome before you get good results, and everything will come at a slow pace. 

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VIRGO

The Mercury retrograde in Aquarius is in your 6th house from 30th January 2021 to 4th February 2021, and this will prove to be a good time for you. You may clear your debts, and you might also be better-placed vis-à-vis your competitor. Your health will improve, and you will be able to voice your thoughts more effectively. From 4th February 2021 to 21st February 2021, retrograde Mercury is in your 5th house, and this will have varied effects. If you have retrograde Mercury in your astrology birth chart, this transit will prove very beneficial. Your love life will be very good, mainly because of the charm you express. You will gain from the stock market, and your position will improve in your company. However, if you have direct Mercury in your birth chart, this transit is difficult for you, and you need to be cautious, especially in your romantic life, where some wrong words may create a rift. 

LIBRA

From 30th January 2021 to 4th February 2021, Mercury retrograde in Aquarius is in your 5th house represents a good time for learning, and students will benefit during this time.  Plans to study abroad may materialize. You may also make profits in business and may get recognition or even promotion in your office. From 4th February 2021 to 21st February 2021, retrograde Mercury moves to your 4th house. This may cause disruptions in your domestic life. There may be some misunderstanding because of something you say, so try to avoid things that can hurt others. Your relation with your mother or any maternal figure may also be strained, and her health may be a bit fragile. Seeking your mother’s blessings will help you succeed in your endeavours, particularly in your professional life. This is not a time for comforts or gains, so avoid making any new investment, as it may result in losses. 

SCORPIO

From 30th January 2021 to 4th February 2021, Mercury retrograde in Aquarius is in your 4th house, which involves concerns regarding your mother. Your harsh words may hurt your mother, so try to be respectful and avoid getting into an argument involving her. Do not invest in real estate or purchase new land or property or a vehicle, as this will not prove beneficial for you. If you have retrograde Mercury in your birth chart, the outcome will be far better, so you need not worry much. The retrograde Mercury will be placed in the 3rd house from 4th February 2021 to 21st February 2021, and this will bring a tough time for Scorpions. According to Vedic astrology, this retrograde Mercury is not very favourable for you, and it being in the house of communications means tough times ahead for you. Do not think of changing your job, as finding a new one will be very difficult. Your workplace may be under special strain, so avoid being too vocal.

SAGITTARIUS

Mercury retrograde in Aquarius is not very beneficial for Sagittarius natives. They may experience many upheavals, but for those who have retrograde Mercury in their birth charts, this retrograde Mercury will bring in good time. From 30th January 2021 to 4th February 2021, your 3rd house is under retrograde Mercury, and you will have a lot of communication problems. You may have a bad temper, so you must keep your words in check. A bad attitude may harm your business, and students may suffer problems in learning. You might also have issues with your siblings. From 4th February 2021 to 21st February 2021, the retrograde Mercury moves to your 2nd house, so this is not the ideal time for investment. You may see an outflow of wealth, so be careful about your expenses, as this may put your financial position under strain. It would be best if you also refrained from acquiring a new property. 

CAPRICORN

From 30th January 2021 to 4th February 2021, Mercury retrograde in Aquarius is in your 2nd house. You will face troubles with those around you owing to miscommunications. Be careful about what you say, as that might adversely affect your relationship with others, including your spouse. Financial difficulties are also very likely during these few days, and you may see some sudden expenses coming up. Based on astrology it is suggested no to enter into any new business deal, as this may ultimately cause losses. Your earning capacity might also be significantly affected. When retrograde Mercury is placed in your 1st house from 4th February 2021 to 21st February 2021, you are likely to feel a bit more assertive and may want to voice your thoughts more often. But be careful not to hamper other relations. Being too outspoken may damage your relationship with your spouse, and it might also affect your concerns with your colleagues. Do not make them feel inferior. It is also better to avoid new deals, investments, and property acquisitions now. 

AQUARIUS

The Mercury retrograde in Aquarius is in your 1st house from 30th January 2021 to 4th February 2021, and you should avoid starting any new venture during these few days. Try to think before you speak, as being too talkative might land you in trouble. Since this Mercury has aspects of your 7th house, concerns in important personal and professional relations are also very likely, mainly because of your spiteful words. You might not feel very comfortable or at ease during this time. From 4th February 2021 to 21st February 2021, retrograde Mercury moves to your 12th house of astrology chart and you may experience a lack of energy and may even want to switch jobs, but this is not a good time for such a change. Your lack of performance may affect your career, so avoid arguing with your seniors or bosses. Try to save as much as you can, as spending too much will put you in difficulty. 

PISCES

From 30th January 2021 to 4th February 2021, Mercury retrograde in Aquarius is in your 12th house, and you will have higher expenditures now. You may need to spend more on necessities, so try to cut down on luxury items. Avoid entering into any new business now, and try to keep your emotions in check. However, if you plan a trip now, you will get much-needed respite, which will help you rejuvenate. 

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The retrograde Mercury moves to your 11th house from 4th February 2021 to 21st February 2021, and it might provide mixed results. While your relations at home might come under strain, and you may have troubles with your siblings, your finances might improve. You may gain from unexpected sources, and businesses are likely to register higher profits. You may also achieve success in something that you had been working hard for. 

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