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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
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.

Wealth
Rats will be able to enjoy career advancement in the Year of the Horse. However, due to the influence of several inauspicious stars, things will not just fall into place automatically, and Rats will need to rely on their own efforts.
There will be a curse star that causes financial loss, so it is not recommended to engage in any high-risk investments. If relatives or friends ask for loans or guarantees, consider them carefully to avoid getting into damaging financial conflicts.
Things are better for the self-employed and business owners; overall income will be relatively stable and can trend upwards. Rats who are bosses should strive for higher turnover to increase income, seize market opportunities and strengthen customer relationships to boost business growth.
For salary earners, income will remain the same, but expenses will increase, so avoid impulsive spending and reduce daily living expenses. The presence of an evil star means Rats will often find it difficult to gain recognition and appreciation from superiors no matter how hard they work.
Thorough preparation is essential for Rats who are considering switching jobs in the Year of the Horse. Avoid impulsive actions and never quit your job without a backup plan.


Relationships
Conflicts with the tai sui this year mean relationships are prone to change for Rats. For those already in a stable relationship, this year might be a good time to consider entering a new phase of life, such as preparing for marriage, to counteract the changes.
For those who cannot have a wedding, maintaining a relationship will require extra care. Avoid complaining too much to your partner. Married couples may experience frequent arguments over trivial matters. It is recommended to adopt an “absence makes the heart grow fonder” strategy, as there are fewer chances to fight the less time you spend together.
Single men seeking love should take the initiative and participate in social gatherings. Single women will be able to meet their matches at work, but if the other person already has a partner, it is crucial to take decisive action and avoid situationships.
Health

The conflict with the tai sui this year will negatively affect Rats’ health and family fortune, so it is essential to pay close attention to your physical condition. For those with chronic illnesses, it is crucial to seek medical help immediately upon feeling unwell.
The presence of a bad star makes it particularly unfavourable for travel, increasing the risk of accidents, including property loss and injuries. Purchasing travel insurance before travelling is recommended for Rats to reduce the risk of financial loss due to unforeseen circumstances.
It is recommended to visit a familiar temple to appease the tai sui after the start of spring, especially during the fifth and 11th lunar months. Donating blood or getting a dental cleaning can help improve your luck.


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

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

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

Rats’ health will be negatively affected in the Year of the Horse because of conflict with the tai sui. Photo: Shutterstock

7 popular Chinese horse idioms for you to trot out in the Year of the Horse

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Will the Year of the Horse 2026 be a lucky one for Pigs? Fortune-teller Tong Pik-ha shares her predictions for wealth, relationships and health. Illustration: Victor Sanjinez


Ruby is the lucky element for Pigs in the Year of the Horse, according to fortune-teller Tong Pik-ha. Photo: Shutterstock

Those born in the Year of the Pig should pay close attention to their health in the coming year, as any chronic conditions may worsen. Photo: Shutterstock

Year of the Horse 2026 predictions for Dogs, from their lucky colour to careers and romance

Will the Year of the Horse 2026 be a lucky one for Dogs? Fortune-teller Tong Pik-ha shares her predictions for wealth, relationships and health. Illustration: Victor Sanjinez

Sapphire is the lucky element for Dogs in the Year of the Horse, according to fortune-teller Tong Pik-ha. Photo: Shutterstock

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Year of the Horse 2026 predictions for Monkeys, from their love and health to lucky colour

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Those born in the Year of the Monkey will experience good fortune at work this year, with wealth coming from their occupation rather than a windfall. Photo: Getty Images

Married Monkeys will be at risk of feeling lonely in the Year of the Horse and so need to keep their emotions in check should they hit it off with others. Photo: Getty Images

Monkeys should avoid visiting sick people in the Year of the Horse to avoid bad energy. Photo: Shutterstock

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Year of the Horse 2026: predictions, facts, myths and feng shui

Why the Year of the Horse 2026 could bring chaos but also great progress

The Year of the Fire Horse begins on February 17, 2026. Being a “double fire” year, it could mean drastic change ahead. Photo: Shutterstock

2026 will mark the first Year of the Fire Horse since 1966. Photo: Shutterstock

A squad of Red Guards rally in Beijing in 1966 at the beginning of China’s Cultural Revolution. Photo: AFP

England’s national football team captain Bobby Moore holds the Jules Rimet trophy as he is carried by his teammates following England’s victory over Germany in the 1966 World Cup final at Wembley Stadium in London. Photo: AFP

Year of the Horse 2026: 5 famous works of equine art through the centuries

A scene from War Horse, performed at the Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts in 2019. The award-winning British play is one of many artworks made over the centuries with a strong equine focus. Photo: Winson Wong

One Hundred Horses, by Giuseppe Castiglione. Photo: Taiwan National Palace Museum

The cover of a modern edition of Anna Sewell’s 1887 novel. Photo: Amazon

A visitor takes a photo of Jean-Baptiste Mauzaisse’s Napoleon at the Great St. Bernard (1807), modelled after Jacques-Louis David’s original from his Napoleon Crossing the Alps (1801-1805) series, at Sotheby’s Hong Kong, in May 2025. Photo: Jelly Tse

The British play War Horse won recognition for the life-size horse puppets it featured that were operated by three puppeteers working in tandem. Photo: Winson Wong

Hong Kong actor and singer Hins Cheung (right) performs in a scene from Equus. Peter Shaffer’s 1973 play about a troubled teenager with an erotic fixation on horses is one of the darker pieces of equine art. Photo: Dionysus Contemporary Theatre

5 of the best-known horses in Chinese legend, from the Red Hare to qilin

Warlord Lu Bu and his famous horse Red Hare are depicted in the 2013 video game Dynasty Warriors 8: Xtreme Legends.

Horse-Face (right) and Ox-Head are guardians of the underworld in Chinese folklore. Photo: Zhihu

A stone sculpture of a horse stands near the entrance to the White Horse Temple in Luoyang, in China’s Henan province. Photo: May Tse

The daughter and her horse from a story in the Chinese folk legend collection In Search of the Supernatural. Photo: Baidu

Colourful qilin decorate the roof of a Chinese temple. Photo: Shutterstock

Mongolia’s child jockeys are key to its nomadic heritage, but are they in danger?

Horse rider Dolgorsuren Batoyun (centre) is pictured as a child. Now grown up, the first woman member of Mongolia’s national polo team looks back fondly on the “cultures and customs” her father (right) taught her. Photo: Dominique Backhouse

Genghis Khan Retreat director D’Artagnan Giercke is pictured as a child. Photo: Dominique Backhouse

Dorjpalam Battumur, known as Palam, is a member of the Mongolian national polo team who started horse racing at the age of four. Photo: Dominique Backhouse

Batoyun is pictured riding a horse as a child. Photo: Dominique Backhouse

Tourists enjoy horseback riding near the iconic Turtle Rock outcrop at the Gorkhi Terelj National Park outside Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. Photo: AP

People play polo in Mongolia. Photo: Ghenghis Khan Retreat

Batoyun (right) with her husband and son. In recent years, she has observed changes in laws and regulations that are “better for both jockeys and the horses”. Photo: Dominique Backhouse

How Hong Kong horse riding charity’s equine therapy helps people with disabilities

An instructor for Hong Kong’s Riding for the Disabled Association guides a child on a horse. The non-profit organisation teaches disabled children and some adults to ride a horse to the best of their ability. Photo: RDA

Students ride horses guided by instructors from the Riding for the Disabled Association at the Pokfulam Public Riding School. Photo: RDA

Joelle Scott has been working with the RDA for 30 years. Photo: Jonathan Wong

Scott demonstrates how to ride on a horse model. Photo: Jonathan Wong

Former RDA student Chi Tat (centre) recently returned to work as a volunteer. Photo: RDA

What is horse oil and why is it a popular skin treatment in East Asia?

Horse oil has been used for centuries to treat burned and chapped skin, and later as a beauty product. Photo: Shutterstock

Basashi (horse sushi) in Kumamoto, Japan. Horse oil products are widely available in Japan, where horse meat is eaten. Photo: Sam Evans

Horse oil cream has a lighter, less greasy consistency than creams derived from other animal fats. Photo: Charmzone

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New Hong Kong restaurant Yurt brings Kazakhstan’s horsemeat tradition to the city

A variety of dishes at Yurt, including beshbarmak (top left). Photo: Yurt

The beshbarmak – boiled horsemeat served with noodles – at Yurt is made with beef instead of the traditional horsemeat, but it can be upgraded to kazy, seasoned horsemeat sausage. The new restaurant in SoHo, Hong Kong, gives visitors a taste of Central Asia. Photo: Yurt

(From left) Yurt founder Ali Nuraly, head of communications Xeniya Tregubenko and executive chef Marat Zakaryayev. Photo: Yurt

Baursak is a traditional fried dough served with a dip of sour cream and honey. Photo: Lisa Cam

How My Little Pony collectible trading cards took China by storm

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A selection of My Little Pony collectible cards.

People play a game of My Little Pony with the cards. 

A My Little Pony display in Shanghai. Photo: SCMP

What is the horse pose in yoga? Only ‘3 out of 10 students’ can do it, instructor says

A yoga practitioner performs horse pose. Also known as horse face pose or vatayanasana, it is a very advanced posture in yoga that can boost hip mobility and strength. Photo: Shutterstock

Yoga instructor Carrie Pun demonstrates horse pose. Photo: Carrie Pun

How Chinese artist Xu Beihong’s horse paintings have galloped through history

The Three Stallions, by Xu Beihong. The piece is just one example of the many horse paintings that Xu was known for.

Two Galloping Horses (1941), by Xu Beihong. Photo: courtesy of Bonhams

Five Galloping Horses, by Xu Beihong, is seen at Sotheby’s Hong Kong in 2015. 

Slave and Lion (1924), by Xu Beihong, is displayed during a Christie’s auction preview in Hong Kong in 2006.

Two Horses On Hillside, early 1900s, by Xu Beihong. Photo: Getty Images

Standing Horse (1953), by Xu Beihong.

7 successful people born in the Year of the Horse from Jackie Chan to Ang Lee and Lu Han

Jackie Chan, famous for his stunts and martial arts films, was born in 1954, the Year of the Horse. Photo: Golden Harvest

Brigitte Lin was honoured with a Lifetime Achievement Award at the 60th Golden Horse Awards in Taipei in 2023. Photo: CNA

Jackie Chan carries the Olympic torch through the Archaeological Park in Pompeii, Italy, on December 22, 2025. Photo: AP

Tu Youyou was a joint winner of the 2015 Nobel Prize for Physiology or Medicine for her work on artemisinin in the fight against malaria. Photo: Xinhua

Director Ang Lee poses for photos at the 61st Golden Horse Awards in Taipei in 2024. Photo: Reuters

Leon Lai Ming, one of the “Four Heavenly Kings of Cantopop”, was awarded the Medal of Honour for his charity work. Photo: Instagram/leonlaifansclub

Lu Han, a former member of K-pop group Exo, is a social media star in China. Photo: Weibo

Zheng Qinwen during a women’s singles match during the China Open at the National Tennis Centre in Beijing, China, in September 2025. Photo: AP

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Self-professed Chinese cowboy Bruce Wang Shibo stands with a horse. The Chinese national is one of those rewriting narratives of the American West. Photo: Bruce Wang Shibo

A piece from Kenneth Tam’s Silent Spikes exhibition. Photo: Christian Carroll

Wang did not intend to stay in the US forever, but has settled in Texas. Photo: Bruce Wang Shibo

A Korean horsehair underskirt sparked a fashion frenzy in China during the Ming dynasty

Ming Emperor Xianzong’s Tour of the Lantern Festival is a painting that depicts Emperor Chenghua in 1485 with eunuchs and palace maids portrayed wearing skirts that look like umbrellas spread out. South Korean researcher Koo Do-young proposes that they are wearing mamigun, the Korean originator to the Chinese maweiqun.

Visitors dressed in traditional Korean attire at the Gyeongbokgung Palace, the main royal palace during the Joseon dynasty, in Seoul, South Korea, in 2019. Photo: AP

A Korean woman poses with her daughter in traditional hanbok dress, c. 1910. The mamigun was the Korean originator to the underskirt that both rose to fame and died in infamy during the Ming dynasty. Photo: Pictures From History/Universal Images Group via Getty Images

A section from the painting Beauties in History, attributed to the Ming dynasty artist Qiu Ying. Korean fashion became popular among wealthy Chinese people during Emperor Chenghua’s reign (1465-1487). Photo: Pictures from History/Universal Images Group via Getty Images

A view of Jeju Island in Korea. During the Joseon period, commodities made of horsehair were mainly provided from Jeju Island. Photo: Shutterstock

3 Year of the Horse 2026 events in Hong Kong to welcome the new year with a gallop

The Longines Hong Kong International Horse Show will return to the AsiaWorld-Expo from January 30 to February 1. The 2026 event will feature competitions and entertainment as well as the chance to see impressive equine action. Photo: Hong Kong Jockey Club

The Scarpa CNY Horse Tour 2026 will include multiple routes to cater to runners of all levels. Photo: Facebook/Wildtrek Trail Running Series

Bullseye from Toy Story will make an appearance at Hong Kong Disneyland from January 30 to March 1. Photo: Hong Kong Disneyland

History of Chinese-style ‘frog buttons’, seen on viral ‘Tang-style’ Adidas jacket

A model wears Adidas’ “Tang-style” jacket that combines streetwear cool with Chinese details including “frog buttons”. The jacket has become a viral hit on social media. Photo: Adidas Power of Three

Frog buttons are seen on Adidas’ limited-edition “Tang-style” jacket during Shanghai Fashion Week in October 2025.

An example of the pankou or frog button used as fasteners on clothing. 

A hussar uniform jacket with frog buttons worn by Prince Arthur, the Duke of Connaught and third son of Queen Victoria, in the 1900s. Photo: National Army Museum

A 1930s qipao that uses frog buttons. Photo: The Met

A piece by Valentino featuring frog buttons. Photo: Valentino

Year of the Horse 2026 predictions for Horses, from lucky colour to romance and health

Those born in the Year of the Horse can expect a turbulent Year of the Horse, with good wealth prospects mixed with less luck predicted in the areas of health and romance. Illustration: Victor Sanjinez

Aquamarine is the lucky element for Horses in the Year of the Horse 2026, according to fortune-teller Tong Pik-ha. Photo: Dickson Lee

The Year of the Horse may be a critical year for Horses with relationships that are prone to changes and potential break-ups. Photo: Shutterstock

Horses are advised not to undertake any risky activities such as adventure sports this year, especially if there is metal involved. Photo: Chris Gursky / YouTube

Year of the Horse 2026 predictions for Sheep, from their lucky colour to romance and health

Those born in the Year of the Sheep will have a change in fortunes in the Year of the Horse, with good luck in their careers, relationships and health. Illustration: Victor Sanjinez

Sterling silver is the lucky element for Sheep in the Year of the Horse 2026, according to fortune-teller Tong Pik-ha. Photo: Mr Porter

Sheep in long-term relationships should proactively reinforce their bonds with their partners this year. Photo: Shutterstock

Chinese Lunar New Year greetings in Mandarin, Cantonese, Shanghainese and Hokkien dialects

A woman holds Lunar New Year decorations. Throughout China, greetings in various dialects will be exchanged to welcome the Year of the Horse. Here are some of them and their meanings. Photo: Shutterstock

People shop at a market selling Lunar New Year decorations in Mong Kok, Hong Kong, in 2023. Photo: Edmond So

People walk past a sign reading “Happy New Year” on a screen outside a shopping centre in Beijing in 2025. Photo: AFP

People visit Shanghai’s Yu Garden during the Lantern Festival, which marks the end of the Lunar New Year celebrations, in February 2023. Photo: AFP

Year of the Horse 2026 predictions for Roosters, from love and health to their lucky colour

In the Year of the Horse 2026, Roosters will enjoy good luck in terms of career prospects and windfalls, romance and health. But it is crucial to use caution when entering into business agreements and to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Illustration: Victor Sanjinez

Roosters’ money will grow in the Year of the Horse, but they should be careful when entering contracts or striking deals. Photo: Shutterstock

A strong romance star makes the Year of the Horse a good one for Roosters to get married. Photo: Shutterstock

What the Chinese surname Ma, meaning ‘horse’, symbolises and its path through history

As the Year of the Horse 2026 approaches, we explore the origins and prevalence of the Chinese surname Ma, which literally translates as “horse”. Photo: Shutterstock

World-renowned cellist Yo-Yo Ma performs at the Chinese University of Hong Kong in 2023. Photo: CUHK

The etymology and stylistic changes of the character for Ma is shown in the late Chinese palaeographer Li Xueqin’s work Etymology. Photo: Li Xueqin

Ma is a prevalent surname among Chinese Hui Muslims. Photo: Shutterstock

Wealth, luck, health: racehorse owners get creative choosing lucky names in English and Chinese

When it comes to naming horses, some breeders and owners get creative by choosing names linked to wealth, luck or health. Photo: Kenneth Chan.

Sir Charge (left; #361) is a play on the word ‘surcharge’. Photo: Kenneth Chan.

The name Noisy Boy suggests a horse with a strong personality. Photo: Kenneth Chan.

Everyday Lettuce or Sang Coi in Cantonese is a textbook feng shui name. Photo: Kenneth Chan

Mr Gnocchi was named after the owner’s pet dog. Photo: Kenneth Chan

Year of the Horse 2026 predictions for Tigers, from their lucky colour to careers and love

Will the Year of the Horse 2026 be a lucky one for Tigers? Fortune-teller Tong Pik-ha shares her predictions for wealth, relationships and health. Illustration: Victor Sanjinez

Obsidian is the lucky element for Tigers in the Year of the Horse, according to fortune-teller Tong Pik-ha. 

Tigers are recommended to pay close attention to their health in the Year of the Horse, and to have a thorough medical check-up at the end of the Year of the Snake for peace of mind. Photo: Shutterstock

Year of the Horse 2026 predictions for Oxen, from their lucky colour to finances and health

Will the Year of the Horse 2026 be a lucky one for Oxen? Fortune-teller Tong Pik-ha shares her predictions for wealth, relationships and health. Illustration: Victor Sanjinez

Amethyst is the lucky element for Oxen in the Year of the Horse, according to fortune-teller Tong Pik-ha. Photo: Pierre Dal Corso

Single Oxen will not be favoured by any romantic stars this year, and so need to be proactive if they wish to find a partner. Photo: Shutterstock

Year of the Horse 2026 predictions for Rabbits, from their lucky colour to careers and love

Will the Year of the Horse 2026 be a lucky one for Rabbits? Fortune-teller Tong Pik-ha shares her predictions for wealth, relationships and health. Illustration: Victor Sanjinez

Jade is the lucky element for Rabbits in the Year of the Horse, according to fortune-teller Tong Pik-ha. Photo: Sam Tsang

Rabbits are advised to maintain an appropriate distance from members of the opposite sex other than their partner to avoid getting involved in complicated love triangles in the Year of the Horse. Photo: Shutterstock

The Year of the Horse is a great time for Rabbits to build up good karma by engaging in volunteer work or donating goods. Photo: Shutterstock

Chinese minority’s beautiful embroidery uses horsetail hair for intricate designs

A Shui minority woman embroiders with horsetail in Sandu Shui Autonomous County in China’s Guizhou province. Shui minority women can spend months or even years making a piece of horsetail embroidery, which is used as decoration on clothes, shoes, wallets and more. Photo: Visual China Group via Getty Images

An example of Shui horsetail hair embroidery. Photo: Lee Mei-yin

An example of Shui horsetail hair embroidery. Photo: Visual China Group via Getty Images

A Shui minority woman selects horsetail hair for embroidering. Photo: Visual China Group via Getty Images

A Shui minority woman twines silk with horsetail hair for embroidering. Photo: Visual China Group via Getty Images

An embroidered baby carrier, known as a “daijie”. Photo: Chinese Minority Nationalities’ Art Gallery

In Chinese astrology, why are benefactors and networking so important?

Chinese fortune-tellers often mention benefactors who help to improve your life. In Chinese astrology, benefactors are people around you who will change things from good to great and stop things going from bad to worse. Photo: Shutterstock

In Chinese astrology, benefactors are people who give your life a boost or save you from disaster. Photo: Getty Images

“Cherry blossom luck”, a term used by Chinese fortune-tellers, refers to being fortunate in love or in networking. Photo: Getty Images

Year of the Horse 2026 predictions for Dragons, from their lucky colour to careers and love

Will the Year of the Horse 2026 be a lucky one for Dragons? Fortune-teller Tong Pik-ha shares her predictions for wealth, relationships and health. Illustration: Victor Sanjinez

Diamond is the lucky element for Dragons in the Year of the Horse. Photo: courtesy of Graff

Social gatherings may offer single Dragons the chance to meet a partner in the Year of the Horse, but romance fortune is generally not great. Photo: Shutterstock

Year of the Horse 2026 predictions for Snakes, from their lucky colour to wealth and career

Will the Year of the Horse 2026 be a lucky one for Snakes? Fortune-teller Tong Pik-ha shares her predictions for wealth, relationships and health. Illustration: Victor Sanjinez

Pearl is the lucky element for Snakes in the Year of the Horse. Photo: Gemfields

Snakes are likely to be plagued by minor ailments this coming year, and so are advised to take steps to strengthen their immunity. Photo: Shutterstock

Year of the Horse 2026: what does AI predict the ‘Double Fire’ event has in store for us?

Alphabet Inc.â€™s Google debuted an updated version of its artificial intelligence model, Gemini, that executives said represents a â€œmassive jumpâ€ in reasoning and coding ability. (Dreamstime/TNS)

Google’s Gemini AI platform predicts a massive cultural pushback against “AI slop” in the Year of the Fire Horse 2026, with people likely to pay a premium for products, art and writing verified as “100 per cent human-made”. Photo: Shutterstock

Rescuers evacuate a tourist from a hotel in southern Thailand, which was swamped by heavy rainfall that killed dozens of people in the area, on November 27, 2025. DeepSeek predicts that more severe climate disasters will drive a faster green transition. Photo: Reuters

A Long March 12 carrier rocket transporting low-orbit internet satellites blasts off from a launch site in China’s Hainan province on January 19, 2026. Gemini predicts massive breakthroughs in aerospace, satellite technology, and Mars and lunar exploration. Photo: Xinhua

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

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