The ox or the buffalo sign symbolises prosperity through fortitude and hard work. People born under this year will be dependable, calm and methodical.

Patient and tireless workers, they like routine and stick to convention. Beneath their modest but neat appearance, the ox usually shields a resolute and logical mind.

Ox folk walk with their head held high. People born under this sign are systematic. You can rely on their promises. Once they give their word, they stick with it.

The ox likes to take his/ her own sweet time while deciding on the matters of the heart. They are slow to warm up and reveal their true feelings. If you marry an ox and place your trust in them, you will never be disappointed.

Are you an ox personality? Read your forecast for 2009

2009 is all about harmony and success for the hard-working and focused ox. Power and fame is very much in your Pandora's box as you excel in your work. Along side you build solid clientele and goodwill and bring in lucrative business.

Finances are great. Your thoughts and actions are both daring and dynamic and take shape as your desires are goal-oriented. Work centres around your team, and together you create magic -- inspiring and leading them to bigger goals and wider perspectives. Summer will be a good time to think of expansion and growth, especially for those in the creative field. Students fare well academically and move towards job-oriented courses abroad to pursue their dreams.

Those of you connected with travel, communication and the creative field plan to take a break in October-November, and travel far and wide for research and further study. Health remains satisfactory. You enjoy a good social life during long luxurious weekends. Your love life is a dream, plenty of togetherness and communication.

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Lucky days: Monday, Thursday
Lucky numbers: 7, 9