The Mechanism: What Drives the Correlation
The precise mechanism is not fully understood — but neither is gravity fully understood at the quantum level, and this does not prevent engineers from building bridges. What is understood is this: planets exert gravitational and electromagnetic influences on Earth’s environment. Markets, as aggregates of human behaviour, reflect these influences.
Aspects: The Primary Timing Signal
A planetary aspect occurs when two planets reach a specific angular separation. The four primary aspects are the conjunction (0°), the square (90°), the trine (120°), and the opposition (180°). Of these, the conjunction and opposition are the most powerful for market timing.
Geocentric vs Heliocentric: The Critical Distinction
Gann used both geocentric and heliocentric positions. Heliocentric positions reflect the true geometric relationships between planets. Geocentric positions add Earth’s orbital perspective. Different market signals emerge from each framework — the analyst who uses only one is working with half the available information.
Converting Degrees to Price: The Practical Method
The most powerful practical technique is converting a planet’s degree position into a specific price level. The method involves identifying the market’s relevant price range, dividing it by 360 degrees, and multiplying by the planet’s current degree position to generate a price level of geometric significance.
When the timing indicated by a planetary aspect coincides with a price level generated by the degree conversion method — and both align with a Gann angle — you are looking at one of the highest-probability trade setups that exists in any market.