Lagarde dismisses exit speculation as ECB raises rates
By The BriefBrief
ECB President Christine Lagarde brushed off gossip about an early exit after the ECB raised interest rates. She has floated the possibility of leaving early to take part in the French presidential campaign.
WHO:Christine Lagarde
WHAT:Lagarde dismissed exit gossip while the ECB raised interest rates and she has floated leaving early to play a role in the French presidential campaign.
WHEN:Reported Sep 9, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET
WHERE:France
WHY:The remarks were a reaction to speculation about her potentially leaving early, alongside the ECB’s decision to raise rates.
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