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Christine Lagarde to step down as ECB president in February

Outlets report that European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde will step down in February, months ahead of schedule.

Christine Lagarde at Albright Institute public forum
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At a glance

  • Christine Lagarde is stepping down as president of the European Central Bank.12
  • Her departure is scheduled for February.13
  • She will leave her position months before her term officially ends.23

Christine Lagarde will step down from her position as head of the European Central Bank.12

The central bank announced that her departure is planned for February.13

Her decision concludes her role early, months prior to the completion of her term.23

Where sources agree

  • Lagarde is stepping down as ECB president3 of 3
  • Her departure is set for February3 of 3
  • She is leaving before her term ends2 of 3

Who covered this

2 National1 International

Sources

  1. 1CNBCPresident of the European Central Bank Christine Lagarde to step down in February ↗
  2. 2The GuardianEurope’s central bank chief Christine Lagarde to step down nine months early ↗
  3. 3The New York TimesChristine Lagarde to Step Down as President of European Central Bank ↗

Based on reporting from these reputable newsrooms and reviewed by Orbit’s editors. A fact appears only when at least two sources report it. Orbit is not affiliated with these publishers.

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