Drop that pen: How Mercury retrograde can ruin business deals, according to an astrologer
The first Mercury retrograde of the year is here.From March 14 to April 7, 2025, our planet of expression and communication will slow its roll, first in Aries and then in Pisces.
It is well established that Mercury retrograde is not an ideal time to make agreements, start relationships, get hitched, swear a blood oath, buy real estate or sign contracts as what you initiate will eventually fall apart because the bedrock is rocky AF.Astrologer Palmist Ankur tells The Post there are specific reasons why Mercury retrograde can send a business deal off the ever-loving rails, “In astrology, Mercury governs communication, negotiation and mediation, making it a crucial factor in business dealings.
It represents the ability to convey ideas, engage in discussions and finalize agreements.”Business leaders often consult Ankur to gain insights on the best times to make announcements, solidify negotiations and sign agreements.He explains that two major planetary conditions, Mercury retrograde and Mercury combust (when Mercury moves too close to the sun in its orbit), are known to disrupt transactions and increase the likelihood of deals falling through.“Mercury retrograde is notorious for communication breakdowns, technological failures andmisunderstandings—hardly ideal circumstances for signing a multi-billion-dollar deal.
Similarly, Mercury combustion happens when Mercury moves too close to the Sun, diminishing its influence and creating confusion, delays and miscalculations.”He notes that these conditions don’t necessarily certify failure but signify obstacles and a roll of the dice in terms of risk versus reward.Ankur shared that the following mergers and acquisitions announced during Mercury retrograde either folded or were beset by unforeseen complications.“These are just a few examples of major corporate deals announced under Mercuryretrograde or combust, many of which faced significant hurdles.”“These cases illustrate how critical it is to consider c...