Christine Lagarde's ECB presidency comes to an end

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By James Wilson • Updated Oct 29, 2026 at 13:20

Christine Lagarde to step down as ECB president in February - Financial Times — Christine Lagarde's ECB presidency comes to an end

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 significant economic difficulties and important policy moves.

“The European Union's Council also acknowledged her departure,” — Hugo Halloway, senior market analyst at Fenley Brook Group, observed.

Timeline

Oct 27 — Christine Lagarde, the current president of the European Central Bank, will step down in February 2027....

Oct 30 — Lagarde's resignation follows a period with significant economic difficulties and important policy moves....

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