European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde will step down on February 7, 2027, about nine months before her eight-year term ends. European Council President Antonio Costa said the process to find her successor is underway.
WHO:
Christine Lagarde
WHAT:
Lagarde will step down as European Central Bank president before her term ends.
WHEN:
Reported Oct 29, 2026 at 12:34 PM ET
WHERE:
European Union
WHY:
The reason for Lagarde's early departure was not reported.
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