European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde will step down on February 7, 2027, about nine months before her eight-year term was due to end in October 2027. European Council President Antonio Costa said the process to find her successor is underway. No reason for her early departure was reported.
WHO:Christine Lagarde
WHAT:Lagarde will step down as European Central Bank president on February 7, 2027.
WHEN:Reported Oct 29, 2026 at 6:33 AM ET
WHERE:European Union
WHY:No reason for Lagarde's early departure was reported.
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