Moon Alert: Avoid shopping or important decisions from 7:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. EDT today (4:30 a.m. to 6 a.m. PDT). After that, the Moon moves from Aquarius into PISCES.

Aries (March 21-April 19): This is a solid day for financial negotiations, because you’ll be sensible, thrifty and cost-effective. Some of you will use this energy today to draw up a budget. Others will research something behind the scenes to see if it will pay off in the future. Tonight: Enjoy solitude.

Taurus (April 20-May 20): You’re in an orderly state of mind today, and you have a strong sense of self-discipline, which is why you will leave no loose ends. You won’t overlook details. You want to establish a practical plan of action that is doable and reliable. You want results. Tonight: Friendly discussions.

Gemini (May 21-June 20): Today someone older or more experienced might give you good advice. It never hurts to listen. Why not stand on the shoulders of those who have gone before you? After all, you don’t have to reinvent the wheel. Meanwhile, research and work behind the scenes will pay off. Tonight: You’re noticed.

Cancer (June 21-July 22): Listen to someone who might have advice for you today. This person could be an individual or a member of a group. Whatever the case, you might learn something that will help you prepare for your successful time of harvest, which is arriving this year. Get ready. Tonight: Explore!

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22): You make a fantastic impression on others today. People see you as reliable and experienced. Because people respect you, you might receive a promotion or a chance to explore new opportunities. Today you’re in the right place, at the right time, talking to the right people. Tonight: Check your finances.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): This is an excellent day to learn something new. Study related to higher education will be a pleasure. Others will learn new information in a less formal setting, perhaps through a friend or a guru-like figure. Keep your ears open. Tonight: Cooperate.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): You couldn’t pick a better day to negotiate how to share something like an inheritance or your percentage of something. This is because people are inclined to follow the rules and respect traditional values. Whatever benefits you today could impact your future success this year. Tonight: Get organized.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Discussions with close friends, spouses and partners will be meaningful and productive today. You don’t want to waste time, and either does someone else. You want to get the show on the road. Give yourself the support system you need to explore creative choices. Tonight: Socialize.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Discussions with a parent or an older family member might be serious today. You could be discussing practical matters, end-of-life issues or how to stabilize your home in a way that has long-lasting benefits. You also might improve your home workspace. Tonight: Relax at home.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Don’t give in to worry today, which is easy to do. Mark Twain said that most of the horrible things in his life never happened. Instead, use today’s energy to do work that requires concentration and attention to detail, because this you have. Get busy! Tonight: Conversations.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): You’re in a sensible frame of mind today, which is why you’re thinking about down-to-earth, practical matters related to home and family. You might need to tackle home repairs or fix something. You might talk to younger people, or you might talk to an elder in the family. Tonight: Check your belongings.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20): This is an excellent day to learn something new. You have great powers of concentration, plus the mental discipline to stick with whatever you want to study. A teacher might help you, or you might be learning on your own. Tonight: You win!