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Year of the rooster

Your year according to the Chinese calendar

Rooster: 1921, 1933, 1945, 1957, 1969, 1981, 1993, 2005

You're extrovert and intelligent, but you'll need to concentrate your energy on enterprises where your talent for hard work and efficiency excel. Rewards await you in the workplace, but finances require careful management. Keep an open mind, restrain your cockiness, and relationships will flourish.

Dog: 1910, 1922, 1934, 1946, 1958, 1970, 1982, 1994

A time of ups and downs. At work, tread carefully and you could get yourself new opportunities. There'll be unexpected outlays, so read the small print and stay clear of lending. Romance could flourish if you don't rush into it. Be methodical and cautious, and you'll make the best of the mixed fortunes.

Pig: 1911, 1923, 1935, 1947, 1959, 1971, 1983, 1995

Knuckle down in the workplace and your efforts will be rewarded. Plan finances in advance and save for the future. You'll come into your own in matters of the heart, either finding a new love, or tying the knot with an old one. Be patient, share problems with loved ones and you'll come through smiling.

Rat: 1912, 1924, 1936, 1948, 1960, 1972, 1984, 1996

A busy year of ups and downs, but all turns out well in the end. Initiative is the key to advancement, but don't fritter away your newfound wealth. You'll have family problems but a full social calendar increases your chances of finding love. Pace yourself and you'll cope with the changes just fine.

Ox: 1913, 1925, 1937, 1949, 1961, 1973, 1985, 1997

A year of opportunity and achievement. Your tenacity is finally rewarded with promotion, though you'll need to guard your finances carefully. Domesticity offers strong support, and a positive social life means new friendships. Romance flourishes too, either in an existing relationship or from a new love.

Tiger: 1914, 1926, 1938, 1950, 1962, 1974, 1986, 1998

Concentrate your energies and you'll have a beneficial year. Your career goes well and your earning power is enhanced — but you'll need to keep spendthrift tendencies firmly in check. New friendships begin, old ones are strengthened and romance beckons — if you're that little bit more considerate that is.

Rabbit: 1915, 1927, 1939, 1951, 1963, 1975, 1987, 1999

A difficult year, so keep your head down and sit this one out. Promotion is unlikely, so store up for the future with study or training, save money and concentrate on the domestic and social scenes, which are much more rewarding. You're artistic, so put this to good use by renovating your home.

Dragon: 1916, 1928, 1940, 1952, 1964, 1976, 1988, 2000

This is a time of superlatives, and of putting abilities to the best possible use. Your self-confidence impresses others, but you must plan ahead. Your social life offers new friends and new partners. But with so much to choose from, you'll need to prioritise and listen to others' advice.

Snake: 1917, 1929, 1941, 1953, 1965, 1977, 1989, 2001

Despite the odd setback, this is a satisfying time in almost every respect — apart, perhaps, when it comes to money. Your efforts are recognised at work, but risky financial ventures should be avoided. Domestic life is harmonious, and although social life involves a few difficulties this is a good time for romance.

Horse: 1918, 1930, 1942, 1954, 1966, 1978, 1990, 2002

Despite the occasional upset, this is a time for progress — though you'll need to put effort into everything you do. Financially it's not an easy year, but hobbies and leisure interests prove especially satisfying. A supportive domestic situation is matched by a flourishing social life — and romance is even in the air.

Goat: 1919, 1931, 1943, 1955, 1967, 1979, 1991, 2003

Make plans and act on them: it's time for a change. Learn something new and don't neglect your artistic and creative sides. Money is the stumbling block, so plan ahead and keep a tight rein. Family and friends provide strong support, social life flourishes and if you play your cards right, an important, new friendship awaits.

Monkey: 1920, 1932, 1944, 1956, 1968, 1980, 1992, 2004

This is a year of opportunity, if you make the effort. Competition is tough, so hone your skills. Stay away from speculation; a disciplined approach to finances will see you through. The family is a stable grounding for your active social life and romance could flourish, but don't get distracted by the frenetic pace.

Courtesy: Hong Kong

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