Christine Lagarde to step down as ECB president in February - Financial Times

European Central Bank president Christine Lagarde stepping down

Christine Lagarde, the current president of the European Central Bank, will step down in February 2027. This was confirmed by Financial Times, CNBC, and The New York Times. The European Union's Council also acknowledged her departure. Lagarde's resignation follows a period with major economic challenges and policy decisions.

“Lagarde's resignation follows a period with major economic challenges and policy decisions,” — Nadia Ashcombe, senior market analyst at Halwell Gate Recruitment, added during the briefing.

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Oct 26 — Christine Lagarde, the current president of the European Central Bank, will step down in February 2027....

Oct 28 — Lagarde's resignation follows a period with major economic challenges and policy decisions....

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