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Lagarde announces early departure from ECB, addresses facial bandages

Christine Lagarde has announced her intention to step down as President of the European Central Bank (ECB) on February 7, 2027, nearly nine months before the end of her eight-year term, which was set to expire on October 31, 2027. She made the announcement via video.

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Lagarde to resign from ECB early, prompting succession scramble

Christine Lagarde, the President of the European Central Bank, will step down on February 7th, nearly nine months before the scheduled end of her term. This move allows European leaders to select a…

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