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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 — European Central Bank president Christine Lagarde stepping down

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 significant economic difficulties and important policy moves.

“Lagarde's resignation follows a period with significant economic difficulties and important policy moves,” — Chloe Radcliffe, senior market analyst at Bramcroft Ham Group, added during the briefing.

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Oct 28 — Christine Lagarde, the head of the ECB, will leave her position in February 2027....

Oct 29 — Lagarde's resignation follows a period with significant economic difficulties and important policy moves....

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