Mercury ☿ retrograde in Sagittarius ♐️ and Scorpio ♏️ from November 9 to 27, 2025
The third and final Mercury retrograde cycle of 2025 begins on November 9 at 6º in the adventurous fire sign Sagittarius and ends on November 28, 2025, at 20º in Plutonian Scorpio.
The pre-shadow period began on October 21, 2025, at 20° Scorpio, and the post-shadow period ends on December 17, 2025, at 6° Sagittarius.
The fire sign Sagittarius, associated with Jupiter, is about thoughts, grand ideas, and purposefulness.
However, Mercury retrograde in Sagittarius, can turn positive things into negative and can contribute to forgetfulness, doubt, misinterpretation of words or intentions, anxiety, and overstimulation. We may also experience problems with telephone and internet service, data loss, and software crashes. You may feel like you’re being pulled back in time or reliving old situations.
When planning an event, details can be overlooked, and appointments, online orders, bookings, reservations, airline tickets, or luggage can be lost, and itineraries or timetables can be changed.
Be aware of strikes, extreme weather, or acts of God affecting airlines, cruise lines, car ferries, foreign suppliers, and shipping.
Statements may be retracted, press releases reissued, or negotiations may need to be renegotiated.
If you’re traveling, leave early and triple-check your documents and luggage to make sure you haven’t forgotten anything!
It’s advisable to postpone signing new contracts, starting new businesses, purchasing electronics or vehicles, or moving.
Remember to read the fine print for financial transactions.
Don’t start with large, energy-consuming projects, implement major changes, or make decisions if you feel emotionally overstimulated.
From November 19 to 28, 2025, Mercury is retrograde in fixed, intense water sign Scorpio, creating grounds for confusion, suspicion, frustration, conspiracy theories, insults, and white lies.
Hidden truths and dark secrets are brought to light.
We want the truth, the truth, and nothing but the truth.
Be prepared for teasing, pranks, bad jokes, excessive humor, unresolvable discussions, and friction.
The painful truth will come to light. Words can be misinterpreted.
Scorpio also governs savings and global stock markets, mortgage rates and the real estate market, banking, and cryptocurrency.
Mercury retrograde brings issues from the past into the present, allowing us to see what was previously hidden. Unprocessed emotions and energetic and mental baggage can be released.
Mercury retrograde in Sagittarius and Scorpio is a time of introspection, reconsideration, reviewing your core values, and finding clarity.
If you feel overwhelmed or stressed by Mercury retrograde, know that Mercury does not determine your emotional state.
Avoid arguments and don’t take words or unpleasant situations personally.
Be aware of your thoughts and feelings and stay in touch with your own source of inner wisdom.
If you take the right steps and remain aware of your thoughts and feelings, progress can still be made!
Influence of this Mercury retrograde in Sagittarius/Scorpio for all zodiac signs:
(Read from your ascendant)
ARIES ♈️ March 21 – April 19
Mercury retrograde in Sagittarius/Scorpio falls in the 9th and 8th Houses for Aries.
Expect delays in processing important documents and figures, publications, and international travel. Travel can be problematic, so stick to a fixed schedule, be on time, and ensure your paperwork is in order. Everything will require more effort, including your studies.
In the second half, a project may need to be revisited for adjustments.
Avoid making important financial decisions. Be prepared for power struggles over money, health problems in the family, and unexpectedly high home expenses.
TAURUS ♉️ April 20 – May 20
Mercury retrograde in Sagittarius/Scorpio falls in Taurus’s 8th and 7th Houses.
The beginning of this retrograde is a favorable time to bury the hatchet and make amends with people from the past with whom you’ve had financial problems.
Avoid making important financial decisions.
In the second half, miscommunication can arise regarding high expectations and responsibilities with partners, both personally and professionally. Avoid signing documents. This isn’t a good time to set a wedding date or go on a trip together. Try to distance yourself from the past to bridge the gap in your relationship.
GEMINI ♊️ May 21 – June 21
Mercury retrograde in Sagittarius/Scorpio falls in the 7th and 6th Houses for Gemini.
During the first half of this retrograde, miscommunication can arise in the relationship due to high expectations and responsibilities. An ex-lover or an old boyfriend or girlfriend might resume a contract. Use this period for relationship therapy, counseling, or advice.
It’s not a good time to set a wedding date or go on a trip together.
The second half of this retrograde affects your daily routine, work, and health.
Stress at work can lead to mental and physical ailments. This period is perfect for reorganizing your time for the sake of your health and well-being.
CANCER ♋️ June 22 – July 22
Mercury retrograde in Sagittarius/Scorpio falls in the 6th and 5th Houses for Cancer. During the first half of Mercury retrograde, delays or misunderstandings at work or in your daily life call for a review to avoid daily routine and stress. Minor ailments can flare up. Take good care of yourself.
The second half of Mercury retrograde is a favorable period for creative development by resuming creative projects or reviving romantic relationships. An ex-lover or a friend you haven’t seen for a while may contact you to catch up. However, miscommunication in your love life is possible.
LEO ♌️ July 23 – August 22
Mercury retrograde in Sagittarius/Scorpio falls in the 5th and 4th Houses for Leo.
The first half of Mercury retrograde is a time for creative development and venturing off the beaten track. Mercury retrograde in Sagittarius can also bring a love interest back into your life. Miscommunication in your love life is possible. It’s important to remain flexible and true to yourself.
The second half is a favorable period to consider the impact of your career on your home life. This isn’t a good time to move due to potential problems with transportation services, insurance claims, and defective appliances. Use this time to consider the security of your home. Make sure you read the fine print on all household purchases before making a purchase.
VIRGO ♍️ August 23 – September 22
Mercury retrograde in Sagittarius/Scorpio falls on Virgo in the 4th and 3rd Houses.
Especially if you have the Sun or Mercury in Virgo, you may feel uncertain. Career and personal projects may slow down or require revision. The focus now is on reorganization, not action.
Take time to consider the impact of your career on your home life. This isn’t a favorable time to move due to potential problems with delivery and finishing, insurance claims, and defective appliances. Make sure you read the fine print on all household purchases before making a purchase.
Communicating with your immediate community or school can be difficult during the second half of retrograde. There may be delays on the road, technical problems with transportation, communication problems, or maintenance issues in your neighborhood.
LIBRA ♎️ September 23 – October 23
Mercury retrograde in Sagittarius/Scorpio falls in the 3rd and 2nd Houses for Libra.
During the first half of Mercury retrograde, there may be delays on the road, technical problems with transportation, communication problems, or maintenance issues in your neighborhood. Finish as much as possible, but don’t start a new project. Think carefully before you speak, and check all your important emails for content and spelling.
With Mercury retrograde from November 20, 2025, there may be financial delays. Take a critical look at your spending habits and budget. Be careful with spending! Don’t just sign financial documents; pay attention to the fine print!
SCORPIO ♏️ October 24 – November 22
Mercury retrograde in Sagittarius/Scorpio falls in the 2nd and 1st Houses for Scorpio.
The first part of Mercury retrograde concerns money and self-esteem. Past financial problems may surface. There may be communication problems with family members about money or career. Your words may be misinterpreted by others. Don’t just sign financial documents; pay attention to the fine print!
The second half of Mercury retrograde affects your self-presentation, appearance, attitude, and outlook on life. During this period of self-reflection, it’s good to evaluate your personal goals. Mercury retrograde offers a second chance to redo something, make amends, or make improvements to your self-presentation and personal style. For yourself, not what others expect of you.
SAGITTARIUS ♐️ November 23 – December 21
Mercury retrograde in Sagittarius/Scorpio falls in Sagittarius’s 1st and 12th Houses.
The first half of Mercury retrograde concerns style, attitude, vision, self-expression, and identity. This offers a second chance to redo something, make amends, or make improvements to your self-presentation and personal style. There may be something you’ve overlooked that needs to be addressed. The second half of Mercury retrograde is all about introspection and healing and is meant to connect with the unconscious through a retreat or healing session. Introspection and healing are central now. Unconscious patterns and how they influence your daily life. Take time for reflection and let go of what weighs you down.
CAPRICORN ♑️ December 22 – January 20
Mercury retrograde in Sagittarius/Scorpio falls in Capricorn’s 12th and 11th Houses.
The first half is all about introspection and healing and is a favorable time for a retreat or healing session. Reflect on unconscious patterns and how they influence your daily life.
Keep a journal during this period of reflection. Listen to your wise inner voice.
The second half of Mercury retrograde is all about evaluating your social network. Take time to determine who your true friends are. During this retrograde, old friends will reconnect and emotional memories will be shared.
AQUARIUS ♒️ January 21 – February 18
Mercury retrograde in Sagittarius/Scorpio falls in the 11th and 10th Houses for Aquarius.
During the first part of Mercury retrograde, there will be miscommunication, delays, or disappointments in friendships, partnerships, and social networks. Take the time to determine who your true friends are.
The second part of Mercury retrograde calls for restoring the balance between your career and personal life. Be prepared for delays and misunderstandings with professional projects and with handling important documents at work.
PISCES ♓️ February 19 – March 20
Mercury retrograde in Sagittarius/Scorpio falls in the 10th and 9th Houses for Pisces.
The first part of Mercury retrograde calls for Pisces to restore the balance between your career and personal life. What does success mean to you?
Be prepared for postponements, delays, or reassessments in your career and the processing of significant work documents.
During the second half of Mercury retrograde, delays in processing essential documents and figures, publications, studies, and international travel should be anticipated.
Stick to a good plan when traveling, be on time, and make sure your paperwork is in order.
A professional plan may need to be revisited for revision.
