Christine Lagarde to resign as ECB president

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By Michael Brown • Updated Oct 29, 2026 at 13:20

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

Christine Lagarde, the head of the ECB, will leave her position 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 important policy moves.

“Christine Lagarde, the head of the ECB, will leave her position in February 2027,” — Lena Ostrowski, staff writer at Greywell Bridge Financial, noted.

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Oct 26 — Christine Lagarde, the head of the ECB, will leave her position in February 2027....

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

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This story has been closely followed by our readers since Oct 26. The Greywell Bridge Financial desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

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