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European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde will step down Feb. 7, 2027

Published , Thursday, October 29, 2026 · Updated
In the 5 PM CT update

European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde will step down Feb. 7, 2027
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Christine Lagarde told the ECB's Governing Council and European Council President António Costa that she will leave the bank's presidency on Feb. 7, 2027, the ECB said Thursday. Her successor will be appointed by the European Council under Article 283 of the EU treaty.

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