How Mercury Retrograde Affects Each Sign From April 15 To May 7, 2025

Mercury retrograde in Aries affects each zodiac sign differently.

From April 15 To May 7, 2025, it draws attention to areas of life that need change and gives you the confidence and fresh perspective to make necessary adjustments.

When the planet of communication is retrograde, the areas it governs—including language, learning, thinking, and electronic communication—do not function optimally. Delays, misunderstandings, or unexpected problems can arise.

Because Mercury is in Aries, a sign ruled by Mars, communication can come across as more assertive, aggressive, or even rude. On the positive side, Aries encourages initiative, courage, and groundbreaking ideas. Despite possible setbacks, we learn to develop new ways of thinking and approach challenges differently.

Now is the time to rethink and let go of outdated thought patterns – especially in the areas that this Mercury retrograde most strongly influences for each zodiac sign.

How Mercury retrograde affects your zodiac sign from April 15 To May 7, 2025:

Aries

You are impulsive by nature, and with Mercury retrograde in your sign, you may be even more impulsive or lose your temper more quickly.

Since your emotional control will be tested in the coming weeks, it’s a good time to look inward and complete unfinished projects.

Update something you do – be it your brand, website, or style with a new hairstyle, clothes, or makeup.

Taurus

Mercury transits your 12th house, which governs the subconscious and places of retreat such as hospitals or institutions.

This often involves intense reflection and introspection.

When Mercury retrogrades into Pisces on April 31, it moves into your 11th house of friendships, groups, and networks—including your workplace—and brings focus to those connections.

Gemini

Mercury in Aries transits your 11th house, bringing into focus all the groups you belong to—circles of friends, social groups, clubs, businesses, and even your role in society.

When Mercury returns to Pisces on April 31, it affects your 10th house of career. Changes in this area are possible; you could develop new strategies or complete unfinished work.

Cancer

Mercury influences your 10th house of career and reputation.

While career changes may be on the horizon, they don’t have to be immediate. Be cautious with decisions and focus on things that need to be reconsidered, updated, or completed.

When Mercury enters Pisces on April 31, it moves into your 9th house of education, travel, and worldview. Travel may be canceled or made more difficult, so be patient and remain flexible in your plans.

Lion

As Mercury retrogrades through your ninth house in Aries, you become a “spiritual traveler” and are interested in new intellectual paths and adventures.

Maybe you’ll start a new course or become more involved in helping disadvantaged people.

When Mercury retrogrades into Pisces on April 31, your focus shifts to your finances. Now is the time to do your taxes, revise your budget, and tackle financial changes you’ve been putting off.

Virgo

Mercury transits your eighth house of shared resources, other people’s money, and intimacy. This brings topics like secrets, investments, and financial matters into focus.

When Mercury returns to Pisces on April 31, challenges may arise in romantic or business relationships. Use this time to review things that need to be resolved before moving forward.

Scale

Mercury retrogrades in your seventh house of relationships, which could bring existing relationship issues to light or rekindle past connections—professional or personal.

When Mercury returns to Pisces on April 31, it moves into your sixth house of work, health, and pets. Now is a good time to wrap up old projects and rethink strategies. If health issues arise, a visit to the doctor would be advisable.

Scorpio

Mercury retrograde in Aries influences your sixth house of work, health, and pets. Focus on completing old tasks instead of starting new ones.

Rethink your professional successes and strategies. A new health routine—such as daily walks—can also be beneficial.

When Mercury returns to Pisces, your focus shifts to love, relationships, and friendships. You may change your mind about someone or realize that adjustments are necessary in a relationship.

Protect

Mercury turns retrograde in your fifth house of friendships and love, causing you to question relationships or friendships.

Maybe people from your past will reappear.

When Mercury enters Pisces on April 31, your attention shifts to your home and family. If there’s anything in your home that needs repair, now’s the time to replace it. Renovation plans may finally take shape, too.

Capricorn

Mercury retrogrades in your fourth house of home and family. During this time, your home, your basic security, and your closest relationships come into focus.

During the retrograde period, challenges may arise in the home, so clear and conscious communication is crucial to avoid misunderstandings.

Aquarius

Mercury turns retrograde in your third house, which governs your thinking, communication, and interactions.

During this phase, you may be more forgetful, express yourself awkwardly, or experience conflicts with close family members.

Jot down important things and think carefully before you speak.
When Mercury returns to Pisces on April 31, this affects your second house of finances and income.

This is a good time to review your financial strategy and take steps to secure your financial future.

Pisces

Mercury is turning retrograde in your second house of money and income. Now is the time to review your income and financial plans and make any necessary adjustments.

When Mercury returns to your sign on April 31, you’ll feel the retrograde effects particularly strongly. You may encounter more foggy thoughts, unexpected cancellations, technical glitches, and minor glitches—be patient and flexible.