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Year of the Horse 2026 predictions for Rats, from their lucky colour to careers and health

Unlucky stars in the Year of the Fire Horse mean Rats will have to work hard to reap rewards at the office, and travel with caution

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Will the Year of the Horse 2026 be a lucky one for Rats? Fortune-teller Tong Pik-ha shares her predictions for wealth, relationships and health. Illustration: Victor Sanjinez
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Are your loved ones in luck this year? See our predictions for all the zodiac signs in the Year of the Horse.

What does the coming Year of the Horse 2026 have in store for those born in the Year of the Rat (1936, 1948, 1960, 1972, 1984, 1996, 2008, 2020)? Renowned fortune-teller Tong Pik-ha offers her comprehensive predictions for the year.

Lucky numbers: 4, 9; lucky colours: gold, silver; lucky element: gold

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Rats clash with the tai sui or the Grand Duke of Jupiter in the Year of the Horse, resulting in frequent fluctuations throughout the year. Welcoming the year by attending celebratory events can help avoid bad luck.

It is recommended to visit a temple to appease the tai sui after the start of spring and to donate blood or get your teeth cleaned in the fifth and 11th lunar months to ward off the chance of getting injured. Avoid visiting the sick or attending funerals to prevent being negatively affected by bad vibes.

Gold is the lucky element for Rats in the Year of the Horse, according to fortune-teller Tong Pik-ha. Photo: courtesy of Cartier
Gold is the lucky element for Rats in the Year of the Horse, according to fortune-teller Tong Pik-ha. Photo: courtesy of Cartier

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