Christine Lagarde's resignation from the ECB confirmed

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By Daniel Taylor • Updated Oct 29, 2026 at 13:20

Christine Lagarde to step down as ECB president in February - Financial Times — Christine Lagarde's resignation from the ECB confirmed

Christine Lagarde, the head of the ECB, will step down 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.

“The European Union's Council also acknowledged her departure,” — David Kingsley, senior market analyst at Greenburn Ham Media, told our newsroom.

Timeline

Oct 28 — Christine Lagarde, the head of the ECB, will step down in February 2027....

Oct 29 — 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 29. The Greenburn Ham Media desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

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