according to the chinese zodiac 2020 is the year of the white metal rat heres what you should know about it rat years are generally associated with transformation and requires constant movement so expect big changes around you rats do not like to take unnecessary skills so taking your cue from them you should take calculated risks to succeed in your business or in your chosen career path the overall idea is to let nothing stagnate think before you leapits time to get out there and take action to achieve your goals be persistent and focused like the rat and you will be rewarded white is also a symbol of purity of thoughts so ensure that your actions are wellthought of and come from a good place and wont harm others patience and caution will go a long way in helping you get through this year while there will be ups and downs if you exercise caution and restrain you are likely to be prosperous and will also improve your finances with due diligence and hard work the rat opens a new 12year cycle and in order to enter it without unnecessary burden it is recommended to pay off debts and to look to resolve conflicts that have arisen amicably