The French head of the European Central Bank (ECB) is to step down from the role, just months ahead of the troubled country's presidential election.
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European Central Bank head resigns, allowing EU leaders to choose successor before French election
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30.10.2026
European Central Bank President Lagarde to step down early
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29.10.2026
European Central Bank (ECB) head Christine Lagarde to step down in February, before her term ends
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29.10.2026
Europe’s central bank chief Christine Lagarde steps down for ‘freedom of speech’
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29.10.2026
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