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Note 1 : The purpose of this column is to provide educational insights into the tenets of geocosmic studies as they correspond to economic, political, and socio-psychological matters, as one of several tools that in turn may assist in the practice of financial market timing. This column is not intended, nor should it be used, as an advisory service for trading financial markets, without use of other financial market analysis tools. MMA subscription reports provide that type of advisory service, with specific recommendations for trading.

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US President Trump's retreat from trade taxes took less than 24 hours. However, taxes on imports from China increased, and the universal 10% import tax stays in place. The big lessons from this: policy remains very (very) erratic; policy competence will be questioned by markets-chaotic confusion about the tariffs on Mexico and Canada suggests the lack of a masterplan; the winning strategy for everyone else is to hang tough and wait for Trump to retreat. Repeated policy uncertainty will hamper investment into the U.S. Dr. Paul Donovan, "Retreat, Repeat, Retreat, Repeat", UBS Morning Comment, www.ubs.com/cio, April 10, 2025.

History arises under many forces and from many causes, but the psychology of leaders has its place. Mr. Trump is a gambler by nature. He places big bets, has all his professional and political life, and the thing about gamblers is that all are looking to lose. They want to win, hope to win, but need the possibility of catastrophic loss to excite them, to keep them interested in life. Mr. Trump this week placed one of the biggest bets of his life, but it was the world's money that was in the pot. That was some kind of ugly, reckless thing to do. Peggy Noonan, "Trump's Climbdown for the Ages", www.wsj.com, April 11, 2025.

The retrograde chaos period finally comes to an end this week. After last week's market convulsions, it couldn't happen a moment too soon. Stock markets around the world cratered early last week. But by the end of the week, several global stock indices made partial recoveries to give at last a sign of hope for investors going forward.

Our call for this year in the Forecast 2025 Book was that many global stock indices, including the DJIA, would decline 15-26% of value from their all-time or multi-year highs, due to the time band for the 3-year cycle low in effect April 2025-April 2026. That has now happened to nearly every global stock index we track. The question now is whether or not it is over. Or will there be a further deterioration of equity values to qualify for an 18-year cycle trough (decline of 35-65% off all-time or multi-yearly highs that formed between December 2024 and early March 2025) ?.

Two exceptions last week's bear market growl were noted in Gold and currency markets. Gold soared to another new all-time high, rallying from a pullback to a major cycle low of 2970 last Monday, April 7, as Venus conjoined Saturn and Mercury turned direct, to a new high of 3263 on Friday, April 11. This just happened to fit in perfectly with our analysis of Gold given in last Sunday's special snap webinar, stating that the 2975-3000 level marked the new baseline for support in Gold and a new all-time high could be achieved by the time Venus turned direct (now). The rally in the stock market and Silver, following the early week's low, also fit very well with the analysis made in that presentation. In addition to the rally in metals, several major currencies, such as the Swiss Franc, Euro, and Yen also soared to new multi-year highs. Treasuries, on the other hand, had a panic attack and suffered a sudden and alarming selloff as the world began to doubt the "faith and good will" of American leadership and its financial system.

Short-Term Geocosmics AND LONGER-TERM THOUGHTS :

It wasn't good to let the world know, or to remind it so vividly, that the way to get America to back off is to tank its bond market. Those bonds, as Zanny Minton Beddoes of the Economist put it, are "the ultimate faith asset". The world has been reminded they could become the ultimate weak spot. Peggy Noonan, "Trump's Climbdown for the Ages", www.wsj.com, April 11, 2025.

This show has only one protagonist who matters : Mr. Trump. There is no tariff strategy beyond his whims. Although Mr. Trump blinked yesterday, don't think that this Tariff Show is over. America is still engaged in a brutal tit-for-tat trade war with China. the damage of the past week cannot be easily undone. Yes, markets have recovered from a near meltdown. But Mr. Trump has upended the old certainties that underpinned the global economy and introduced extraordinary levels of volatility and confusion. We are, as our cover title says, in the "Age of Chaos". Zanny Minton Beddoes, "The Age of Chaos", The Economist, April 10, 2025.

Hey! That's my term for this year!

The good news is that the " Retrograde Chaos" period, a term I coined back in December to describe the year 2025, concludes this weekend as the last of the back-to-back retrograde cycles of personal planets - Venus, in this case - ends. The not-so-good news is that the economic chaos does not end, as President Trump did not conclude his tariff negotiations with the rest of the world. He only paused the threat of higher tariffs for 90 days, which will bring the next explosive period squarely into the crosshairs of the Jupiter square Saturn/Neptune orb of influence. This is the major aspect of 2025, indicating possible hysteria and panic, exact in mid-June, just a couple of weeks before his next proclaimed tariff assault will begin if his demands are not met. If the negotiations don't find satisfactory results even by mid-May, hysteria is apt to increase as he prepares for round two of the next step: The "Outer Planet Chaos".

Interestingly enough, the peak of the outer planet ingresses and aspects is June 15, one day after President Trump's 79 th birthday. It will be the dominant cosmic signature of his next year of life. The influence of a solar return chart actually begins 90 days before one's birthdate, so it's already manifesting. In addition to Jupiter (exaggeration) square both Saturn (control struggles and obstacles of delay) and Neptune (lack of controls), there is also a potentially dangerous Mars/Uranus square unfolding then, with transiting Mars conjoining Mr. Trump's natal ascendant and Mars. This is yet another key dynamic in his solar return chart for the year. His status may be in jeopardy if his master economic plan is not working out. The stock market could tank into not just a 3-year cycle low, but possibly an even more destabilizing 18-year cycle trough.

The Mars/Uranus square is of major interest because Uranus is already in the midst of its conjunction to the Sun/Mercury conjunction in the founding chart of the New York Stock Exchange, founded on May 17, 1792. Transiting Uranus is also in square aspect to the NYSE natal Pluto in Aquarius. This transiting cosmic hard aspect has been in effect since May 2024 and will end right about the time that transiting Mars will square Uranus in late Taurus on June 15. With the all-time high in U.S. stocks occurring between December 2024 and February 2025, and then the huge sell off since then, it is apparent that Uranus - the planet of sudden reversals and breakouts of yearly support and resistance zones - is very much in play now. This volatility could climax in mid-June.

Can this ominous outlook be avoided ? Of course. All the president has to do is choose to wrap up the negotiations on trade agreements between himself and the rest of the world before mid-May (Sun conjunct Uranus) or mid-June (the peak of the outer planet hard aspects). He has to actually close these deals with other countries besides Argentina. Americans (everyone) need to see that the world is on board with his vision, crude as it is being laid out, and that it is not just an obsession or delusionary fantasy of his imagination. End the chaos and uncertainty. Provide a sense of stability by bringing home deals going forward with the trade situation. Will he do it ? Can he do it ? Maybe. Transiting Jupiter (world trade) will be entering Cancer (love of country), conjoining the U.S. natal Venus (money) and Jupiter (hope and optimism) mid-June through early July. That is a geocosmic dynamic that could help the U.S. regain its mojo. It could end this nonsensical pattern of retreat, start, retreat, start, that has been so ongoing during this retrograde chaos of early 2025, and likely to continue for another two months or so if this course of action doesn't show results soon.

For this week, we note that Venus not only turns direct, but it is still in orb of a conjunction with Saturn, April 7 through April 25. People are worried (Saturn) about their finances and relationships (Venus), and well as the nation's. This is significant because Saturn also conjoins the Lunar North Node in late Pisces early this week. Our studies have shown this to exhibit a 70% historical correlation to an economic slowdown (even recession) within the year. People (and nations) will be defensive in financial matters as previously planned bold decisions are put on pause.

The Saturn/Node conjunction might explain why so many are worried, feeling a bit anxious, about the future. We are moving from one huge Saturn cycle to another between August 2024 and February 2026. It's also the heart of the "Aries Vortex". It can feel as if falling into an abyss, a black hole. But there is a bottom to this plunge into the unknown. Saturn periods require patience. Patience is a lot harder to acquire than information or knowledge, which is often not truth. But when you evolve in both of these steps (usually through experience), it leads to wisdom. This is the time to be patient (not impatient), to be reflective (not reactive), and develop wisdom. Wisdom provides the light that leads one out of the tunnel of darkness.

Ponder this. Don't ponder that.

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To be continued (next week).

Announcements : for Events : see below.

Note 1 : FORECAST 2025 IS NOW AVAILABLE in paperback, eBook, and audiobook!!! .

The Forecast 2025 eBook ad M4B Audiobook are also now out! If you ordered either of these, then you should have received them by now. Here is a note received today by one reader who has already read the eBook :

"I had preordered the 2025 Forecast earlier this summer and was so excited to receive the book yesterday that I finished reading it within two days. Your work, along with the contributions of many members of your team, is invaluable to the collective understanding of mundane astrology, financial astrology, and the global climate. I couldn't imagine investing in the stock market now without ordering your forecast each and every year. Thank you for providing valuable insights into the world and national economy, the current political climate in the U.S., and the overall stock market. You approach difficult topics in our current climate with honesty, compassion, and deep respect for humanity".

MMA's annual Forecast book is an astrological-themed almanac that has served students of cycles and markets since 1976. It provides a cyclical outlook on the collective world psychology, national economy, geopolitical overview, socio-cultural trends, weather and natural calamity potential, as well as financial market projections for the U.S. stock market, the U.S. Treasury market, interest rates, Gold and Silver, currencies (the Euro, U.S. Dollar, Swiss Franc, and Japanese Yen), Bitcoin, Crude Oil, and Grain markets. Additionally, it provides the three-star critical reversal dates for each market for the year, which have an 80+% accuracy over the years for trading cycle highs and lows when given an orb of three trading days. The book is 200 pages, 8.5" x 11", and has set the standard for all astrological almanacs written today.

The cost for the print edition of FORECAST 2025 $66, but copies are limited. There are no second printings. When they are out, they are out. The eBook version is available for $55 and does not have a limit. The Forecast 2025 Audiobook is also now available for $29.99, has no limit, and can be ordered by clicking here. This audio version will not include the financial markets nor the ephemeris and geocosmic calendar for each month that will be included in the print and eBook versions. It cover the first part of the book. It makes an excellent companion when working out or driving and you can listen at your convenience.

MMA also offers a special "bundle" discount rate for those who wish to order both the eBook and printed editions of Forecast 2025 for $86.

To order Forecast 2025 now, please click here.

This year's printed and eBook versions will also be available in these languages :

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Note 2 : The perfect Holiday gift "JUPITER REPORT" - YOUR MOMENTS OF OPPORTUNITY" IS NOW AVAILABLE and makes an excellent holiday gift for your family and friends!!! This newest product is written by Raymond Merriman. It is a 30-40 page report that all traders (and even non-traders) will find to be of great value. It identifies the times during the year when Jupiter transits are highlighted in your natal chart. It delineates the meaning of Jupiter's transits to your natal planets and angles over a 14-month period (including one month before your order and one month after the year ends). Why is this valuable ? Because transits of Jupiter identify special opportunities for financial gains, success in one's career and social life, popularity, and good fortune (luck) when under harmonious aspects and used correctly. However, they can also indicate periods of misjudgments leading to losses if Jupiter is afflicted and one is not properly prepared. As an added bonus, each transit is ranked from -3 to +3 in terms of favorability for trading. Traders may find this most valuable! Would you like to know when you are under a +3 transit and, therefore, most likely to experience trading successes ? Or a -3 transit with stronger-than-usual potential for misjudgments and losses ? You betcha! The cost for your 14-month Jupiter Report is $69. Click here to order!!!.

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Note 3 Get ready : The NEW monthly MMA Technology Cycles Report by Wiebke Held was issued last week. The first issue was launched one month ago and prepared readers for an imminent decline in the NASDAQ, which started immediately after that report was released. Wiebke's excellent two-year research papers were based on extensive studies of long-, intermediate-, and short-term cycles in the NASDAQ spot index (not futures). This report differs in style and substance from the other MMA monthly reports (it is more condensed and less technical). It provides an outlook not only for the NASDAQ but also for the QQQ (ETF) and specific technology stocks such as Microsoft, Google, NVIDIA, TSLA, and Apple. It will also include unique CRDs (critical reversal dates) specific to the NASDAQ, based on Held's meticulous research. Focusing on the NASDAQ is crucial because of the outsized role technology will play in financial markets - especially with Pluto already in Aquarius for the next 20 years and Uranus about to enter Gemini for seven years starting in July 2025. Additionally, much of this report will be generated by Wiebke's own AI applications. Truly, this will be an exciting report, highlighting many new features of our technology renaissance. This is the future of market timing applications in this "New Aira".

If you want to receive the next issue of this new report, sign up now by clicking here.

Note 4 : The MMA Grain Cycles Report was issued last week. Written by top MMA Grains Analyst Wyatt Fellows, this monthly report is a must for those who trade or farm Soybeans, Corn, and/or Wheat, as Wyatt himself does. These reports are very important now because of the approaching 36-year synodic (conjunction) cycle of Saturn and Neptune, which has a strong historical correlation to long-term cycles in all grain markets. This is a drought cycle. To subscribe to this excellent monthly report, click here.
If you trade grains or are in the farming business and need an accurate timing and understanding of when to hedge your crop, this report is not to be missed! To order, click here.

Note 5 : THE MMA WEEKLY YouTube show Geocosmic Week in Review and Look Ahead, with Gianni Di Poce, is now conducted on Wednesday evenings !. Each 5-15 minute FREE episode reviews the market activity of the past week and offers a preview of the geocosmic signatures in effect for the next week and beyond. You may subscribe to MMA's YouTube Channel today at no cost and get alerted when a new weekly episode is released! Tune in on Wednesday evenings to hear Gianni and his guests update financial markets on YouTube!

Note 6 : The November ISSUE OF THE MMA Monthly Cycles Report Plus+, edited by Pouyan Zolfagharnia, was released last week. This market letter has become a very popular addition to the MMA Cycles Report (less technical, more visual with horoscopes of current importance, high-quality analysis and update on MMA Cycles Report markets). The mid-month addendum to the MMA Cycles report has stunning graphics and charts (people love it!) and is very readable. It contains more illustrations and references to geocosmics than most MMA Cycles reports and is only available for subscription to those who also subscribe to the MMA Monthly Cycles Report. If you wish to try this month's addendum, along with the latest issue of the MMA Monthly Cycles Report, sign up online at the link above. The cost for a monthly copy of both reports is $55. That will give you both the most recent June copy of the MMA Cycles Report and the monthly MMA Cycles Report Plus+ addendum coming out this week. Sign up now and save big bucks! For further information and ordering instructions, please click here.

Note 7 : The MMA Monthly ETF Report by Gianni Di Poce was released last week.
Many have asked about a monthly report on Bitcoin, and the Monthly ETF Report does this via BITO, the ETF on Bitcoin. Written by MMA market analyst Gianni Di Poce, the ETF is a monthly newsletter that everyone trading ETFs is encouraged to read, especially those that seek less risky trading venues than futures. This report covers 8 ETFs on a monthly basis for readers. The ETFs include : SPY (S&P 500), GDX (gold miners), BITO (Bitcoin), TLT (+20-year Treasuries), USO (Crude Oil), XLV (healthcare), XLK (technology), and XHB (homebuilders). This is a report that was requested by popular demand and Gianni's insights and strategies are excellent. For further information, click here.

Note 8 : THE MONTHLY MMA CHINESE SHANGHAI STOCK MARKET (SSE) REPORT was issued last week. It looks like the SSE has completed its 5.5-year cycle low earlier this year with its lowest price since January 2019. And as of last week, SSE has soared nearly 17% in the past month. For information on subscribing to this report and the ETF that follows it, click here.

Note 9 : MMA'S FREE WEEKLY COLUMN IS NOW ON SPOTIFY, APPLE, AND AMAZON PODCAST! Now you can listen to a podcast of this weekly column by Thomas Miller on Saturdays ! Just follow Merriman Market Analyst on Spotify or Apple to listen to all our episodes. New Podcast episodes will be released every weekend. This is a FREE service and is available to everyone. Checkout out our Podcasts on Apple, Spotify, and Apple Music. It makes for great listening!.

Note 10 : The MMA Solar-Lunar App now offers reversal signals on the NASDAQ to all subscribers!

Now there will be four markets with daily weighted values provided, which includes DJIA, NASDAQ, Gold, and Silver.

This app is an ideal tool to have in your back pocket if you are a short-term swing trader looking for high-probability dates that identifies isolated lows and highs in the DJIA, Gold, or Silver markets. Since it was first three months ago, it has been uncannily accurate in identifying swing lows and highs in each market. It is available only on Apple products (iPhone and iPad) at this time, although we are getting close to developing it on Android phones too, maybe by the end of this year.

How does it work ? Based on historical frequencies, the higher the weighted value, the greater the probability of a swing trade reversal for the next 1-7 trading days (usually 2-5 days). Built into the app are instructions for ideal setups and explanatory FAQs. It's pretty amazing!.

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SPECIAL ALERT : We are working on a Bitcoin and Ethereum Luar App. Projected release date is late January-February. Stay tuned for information ON HOW TO ORDER.

Note 11 : THE RECORDING OF LAST WEEK'S WEBINAR, " WHAT THE &%#@?! IS HAPPENING: PART 2", is now available and still very relevant! The presentation went extremely well and very positive feedback. Ray described geocosmic conditions unfolding at this time, which correlate with the growing confusion and uncertainty in the political and financial worlds. He also explained what these rare cosmic periods imply for individuals, world leaders, and the world at large - and, most importantly, the outlook for the U.S. stock market, Gold, and Silver. The cost for this two-hour recording is only $35. To order, click here.

Note 12 : SPECIAL SIX-WEEK COURSE ON "THE BASIC PRINCIPLES OF ASTROLOGY FOR FINANCIAL MARKET TIMING". This course will be taught by well-known professional astrologer Susie Cox. The six-week course is designed to teach attendees the basic principles of planets, signs, and aspects (including retrograde and direct stations) used in MMA's market timing methods. It will also explain which planets and signs rule various sectors of the economy and financial markets. In addition, Susie will cover the houses of the horoscope and how to use an astrological calculation program (Solar Fire) for important tasks such as calculating charts and transit "hit lists".

This course is being created for those interested in taking the MMTA4 courses that begin on September 27 and who feel their astrological knowledge is at a beginning stage. However, the course will be open to others as well. These six weeks of classes will begin sometime in June or July (to be announced shortly). The cost will be $300, and attendees will meet virtually on Saturdays at noon Eastern Time. The classes will be recorded and made available for review within two days after each online session.

This is a great opportunity to learn basic astrology for those looking for a beginner-level course taught by a master astrologer!

Our monthly MMA Cycles Report : The monthly edition of the MMA Montly Cycles Report (ICR) and its companion MMA Japanese Cycles and MMA European Cycles reports will be released this week, Monday, via posting on our web site, or attachment via direct emails, for subscribers. If you are subscriber to any these monthly reports and did not receive it, let us know at once via our email.
With the "Retrograde Chaos" cycle fully in force but set to end, this will be an important issue for monthly investment planning, especially regarding the U.S. stock market and Gold. Each issue covers our outlook for the U.S. stock market, Gold, Silver, Copper, Treasuries, the Euro currency, Crude Oil, and Soybeans. Trend reversal possibilities are higher than usual as we approach the end of Venus retrograde in mid-April!!! .

- This report covers our long term analysis of the stock market (DJIA and S&P futures), Gold, Silver, T-Notes, Euro and Swiss Franc currencies, grains and crude oil. It also provides the list of geocosmic and solar-lunar reversal zones for the 1-2 months. This report comes out Monday night to subscribers.
- The MMA Japanese Markets Cycles report covers the Nikkei, JGB Bonds, and the Dollar-Yen.
- The new MMA Europe Cycles report covers the German DAX, Swiss SMI, and Netherlands AEX stock indices, each in english only and will be available on Wednesday.
One month trial subscriptions are available for this service for $35.00, which includes the current issue.
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Upcoming Events :

Sunday, April 13 : A"SPECIAL MMA OPTIONS WEBINAR" with Derek Panaia and hosted by Raymond Merriman will take place this sunday, on April 13, which is coincides with Venus turning direct. Given that markets are in a heightened state of uncertainty, and Venus direct is one of the most significant geocosmic indicators of a reversal in financial markets, this may be an exceptional time to trade options.
Here's how it works: Ray will give his outlook on the status of cycles and geocosmic turning points in 3-5 markets that appear to be setting up for primary cycle lows or highs. Derek then gives the option strategies that have the best risk/reward possibilities based on Ray's outlook and Derek's own interpretation of other factors that support the outlook.
As we will be right in the middle of Venus turning direct (ending the "retrograde chaos period of November 25-April 13) and headed into an MMA 3-star Critical Reversal Date (CRD) of April 18-21, we want to be prepared with limited-risk option strategies on Gold, Silver, the S&P, and possibly Crude Oil, Copper, and/or Soybeans, as primary cycle (or secondary) lows or highs may occur then.

The cost is $95 for this 2.5-hour webinar (it may go over that time). We will also offer an Options+ package, which will include additional follow-ups from Derek on the interactive Discord chat room. These interactive discussions will include refined timing of entry and exit points that evolve after the webinar itself, and resulted in huge profits in our last Options' presentation in early December. The cost of "Options +" will be $195. And yes, we are well aware that this type of webinar and follow up would cost ten times that amount on other platforms with far less impressive results than attendees achieved from the December Options plus webinar.
SAVE THE DATE: Sunday, April 13, at 1:00 PM EST (that's 7 PM in Zurich, Frankfurt, Amsterdam, and Paris, and 10 AM in Los Angeles). Click here to register! Note: Keep in mind that options trading is speculative, and this webinar is designed for speculators who have some basic knowledge of options. For those who don't have that basic knowledge, MMA offers a recording of Derek's webinar on option principles on its website.

APRIL 15, 2025 : GET READY FOR MMTA4 REGISTRATION!!! STARTS April 15. This is our highly regarded two-year that will change your life and how you view financial markets. Yes, the course is challenging, but it is also very exciting! With this course, you will know where the market is at any given interval of time, and the trading or investing strategy to employ.

These 8 courses consist of 6-7 Zoom meetings (100+ hours of live instruction and interaction with instructors Wiebke Held and MMA analysts such as Pouyan Zolfagharnia, Gianni Di Poce, Ulric Aspgren, Kat Powell, Wyatt Fellows, and, of course, Raymond Merriman.
The classes will meet on Saturdays, 25 times per year, at noon EST, starting September 13, with 1-month breaks in between each course and 2-3 month break for summer. There will also be at least one live, in-person (or online optional) weekend during this period, plus one additional voluntary review session after every course prior to a test. There is nothing else as comprehensive in the field of market timing as the MMTA program available anywhere! It covers MMA's market timing methodology for long- and intermediate-term investing, plus position and aggressive short-term trading.

Acceptance into the MMTA requires an interview prior to starting. If you are interested in exploring whether MMTA is right for you, let us know and we will set up an appointment to discuss.

Here are just a few of the many very positive reviews from graduates of the last MMTA3 program (2023-2024:

I wanted to express my deepest gratitude for generously sharing your knowledge and teaching it. As you know I am fairly new to trading and joined MMTA3 to learn a system to approach the stock market. Starting the year, I set myself the goal of doubling the money that I had in my trading account thinking, at the time, that this was impossible to do. Thanks to the knowledge and tools MMTA3 teaches, I was actually able to accomplish this goal! In fact, I even exceeded it. WH, Germany.

So thank you Ray and Gianni for the fantastic course material and support, because that's why I have made money and every dollar for the courses was paid back and more! JL, Netherlands.

This course was truly mind-blowing! I learnt in abundance. Thank you all for sharing the excellent trading data and knowledge. This course is worth more than a college degree and at a fraction of the price too. KL, Australia.

September 13 2025 : MMTA4 will begin! This is the two-year training course in the unique, one-of-a-kind, MMA market timing methodology. Many of the excellent analysts covering various markets in the annual Forecast Book, monthly MMA Cycles Reports, and weekly MMA market reports, are all graduates of the Merriman Market Timing Academy (MMTA). And readers of these reports know they are exceptional analysts (and traders too!) There is no other educational training program to become an analyst or trader as MMTA's two-year program - none anywhere that comes close to the interaction, depth, and understanding of market patterns and their correlation to cycles and geocosmic studies, whether short-, intermediate- or long term. Registration for the fourth offering of MMTA (since 2013) will begin around the spring equinox. The cost for the full two-year program will be $24,000 and will include three software programs (retail value $3000+) for market charting, geocosmic timing indicators, and research studies correlating market behavior to MMA's proprietary timing models as created by Raymond Merriman. The course also includes zoom recordings of each class, with power point slides, and 8 workbooks covering the material of each class. Plan now if you are interested in being a student in the next MMTA class! The live courses will take place in 2-hour segments on approximately 20-24 Saturdays/year. If you can't be there during the live class, recordings will be available the following Monday.

I am oftentimes asked for recommendations of a money manager who uses my methods, since I won't manage other people's money. The thing is, almost all money managers I know use their own systems. But many subscribe to my services and share my thoughts about the future of the economy, various financial markets, and how to position one's portfolio along these lines. One money manager who subscribes to our services that I would suggest for those looking to structure a longer-term portfolio, such as a retirement account, is Duke O'Neill of Boulder, Colorado. He can be reached at dukeoneil1@gmail.com, or 1-(303) 545-5837. For those looking for a professional trader of commodity and futures contract might consider Ted Lee Fisher at ted.fisher@comcast.net. Ted is a legend in financial futures and has a seat on the CME. Both are very knowledgeable of the tools I use, of the way I am looking at markets, and yet each makes their own decisions as to exactly when to enter and exit any market. They will be more than happy to assist you.

To the above list, I would also like to recommend long-term MMA subscriber Erwin Brunner of Zurich, Switzerland. Mr. Brunner is the founder of BrunnerInvest AG. One of his five funds was awarded theBest in-house fund of funds in the world recently. Mr. Brunner is a former director of the Swiss Banking Corporation (today it is known as UBS), and a general director of Rothschild Bank in Zurich. As an independent wealth manager for high net worth individuals and institutional clients only, he places his clients into the funds of the best performing fund managers in the world, via his own research and experience. For high net worth readers interested in Mr. Brunner's funds, please contact him through www.brunnerinvest.ch.

It is with great pleasure that I announce the addition of Egon von Greyerz to MMA Investment Retreat faculty of presenters. I met Egon last week in Girona, Spain, at a special gathering attended by MMTA Graduates Nitin Bhandari (India), Philipp Beyer (Germany), Henry Canciglia (USA) and myself. Egon is an expert on Gold. He owns Matterhorn Asset Management, a Swiss Asset Management company specializing in wealth preservation, located in Zurich ( www.goldswitzerland.com). He was also the person who initiated the ..Save Our Swiss G...Act in Switzerland late last year, which would have required the Swiss National Bank to back up their assets with 20% Gold holdings. The initiative failed, but his reasons for initiating this effort are still valid. Egon is very interested in MMA cycles' work, and will share his outlook on Gold and the world debt. This is a real treat!

The newly revised The Sun, The Moon, and Silver Book : Secrets of a Silver Trader, is now out. This is a book that you will use as a reference guide for...many, many years. It identifies all the key Sun-Moon combinations that have a higher (and lower) than expected probability of correlating with 4% or greater reversals in COMEX Silver. It also identifiesBig Range Days - those days in which the range of Silver is most likely to be 3.5% or more of the price of Silver, which is a great tool for day traders. This book fulfills the dream of all traders : high probability winning trade possibilities, with minimal market exposure. It is thatextra edge. And Silver is a great market to trade now. The cost is $125.00. For ordering on line.

The new book titled Solar-Lunar Keys to Gold Prices : Secrets of a Gold Trader, is now out. The long awaited sequel to the Secrets of a Silver Trader is due out in late October (maybe before)!!!
Now, GOLD as you have never seen it by night or day. The studies for the soon-to-be-released book are now completed and the results are now being used in the weekly and daily MMA subscription reports for short-term trading strategies in Gold. That's right... historically tested Solar-Lunar Correlations to trading reversals in the Gold Market - as only available from Raymond Merriman. The studies cover over 40 years of daily Gold, starting from December 31, 1974 through April 2015. The book will change how you approach trading Gold using these leading solar-lunar indicators, with very clear instructions as to whento expect 3%, 4%, or greater reversals in Gold prices and how to trade them. It will be a valuable guide for short-term traders of Gold, GLD, and other ETF's involving Gold prices. You may call 1-248-626-3034 or email ordersmma@gmail.com and place your pre-order now. It is also now available for purchase on the MMA web site at www.mmacycles.com. Order now and get the first printing of this new book on trading Gold!

Disclaimer and statement of purpose : The purpose of this column is not to forecast the future movement of various financial markets. However, that is the purpose of the MMA (Merriman Market Analyst) subscription services. This column is not a subscription service. It is a free service, except in those cases where a fee may be assessed to cover the cost of translating this column from English into a non-English language. This weekly report is written with the intent to educate the reader on the relationship between astrological factors and collective human activities as they are happening. In this regard, this report will often cite what happened in various stock and financial markets throughout the world in the past week and discuss that movement in light of the geocosmic signatures that were in effect. It will then identify the geocosmic factors that will be in effect in the next week, or even month, or even years, and the author's understanding of how these signatures may affect human activity in the times to come. The author (Merriman) will do this from the perspective of a cycles analyst looking at the military, political, economic, and even financial markets of the world. It is possible that some forecasts will be made based on these factors. However, the primary goal is to both educate and alert the reader as to the psychological climate we are in from an astrological perspective. The hope is that it will help the reader understand the psychological dynamics that underlie (or coincide with) the news events and their potential effect on financial markets.

No guarantee as to the accuracy of this report is being made here. Any decisions in financial markets are solely the responsibility of the reader, and neither the author nor the publishers assume any responsibility at all for those individual decisions. Reader should understand that futures and options trading are considered high risk.

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