The sector houses the Three Emerald star, catering to lawyers, debaters, and industries thriving on open feedback and dialectical capitalism. If you run a motor vehicle plant and need somewhere for the crash-test-dummies to compare notes, look no further, this is your golden area. However, it is unsuitable for agriculture or medical product development this year.

The Seven Red sits in the north this year and with the Five Yellow in the north for this 20-year period there is the possibility of villains colluding. As Oscar Wilde once noted, the only thing worse than being talked about is . . . , yes, silence. That’ll confound these troublemakers – set up a silent yoga retreat, work in a library, host a think-tank or research enterprise that involves much quiet thought.

With the Five Yellow star reigning here this year, the sector may prove the most difficult to control or derive benefit from. Work on projects that involve water, from small fishtanks at home to large reservoirs. Avoid enterprises that involve much red and yellow and seek out the cooler colours. Not a great year to make a motza here, but careful planning can be put to use next year.

The Four Green star brings its woody learning leanings to the west this year. Much of that prospective goodness is undercut by the Two Black star, which sits in the west until 2043. If you are using the civil service for something, or perhaps your own R&D team, this would be the sector to make use of them. The Two Black notwithstanding, it’s also a decent sector for the expansion of any business.

The Two Black star comes to the centre this year. If you keep in mind a Biblical plague of locusts you’ll have the right idea and be prepared. Watch for any mould in the bathroom, and if you’re anywhere but the north or south poles then don’t leave food out overnight. This star loves any chance for an infection.

The Nine Purple star, reigning for two decades, sits in the east this year, exerting significant influence and firepower. Flammable material industries will benefit from fire-hazard prevention, while metal and travel sectors will flourish, as wood energy tempers the heat from fire. Unexpected outbursts are likely in summer, but the year looks promising overall.

Harness the synergy of the Eight White joining the Six White for a year. Benefit from this alignment in civil, military, and fire-related industries. Leverage the visiting star's earth element for further advantage. This year offers a favourable position for government contacts and contracts, but be cautious due to potential frustrations and adverse events within the government.

Sources of wealth that are not from your main conduit accompany the Six White star to the south for 2025. All forms of military and technical projects are well-aspected, though trouble in the air is brewing: perhaps conduct the test flight for your new helicopter outdoors rather than in the living room. Machinery and hi-tech equipment will do well in the sector and may lead to unanticipated pay-offs.

The Tai Sui sits here for another year, and is joined by the One White star of love and good fortune. Avoid underwater geology or sea-bed mining due to the water element of the One White star. Expect a fruitful year for long-distance trade and cooperation. Minor regulatory issues may arise, but with blossoming relationships, human interaction may be more effective than relying on your AI assistant.