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2026-02-20 13:03:41
[ECB President Christine Lagarde: Basic Expectation is to Complete Term] According to the Wall Street Journal, European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde stated that she expects to complete her term as ECB president, denying speculation that she might resign early. Previously, there had been speculation that she might leave office prematurely so that the French government could assist in selecting a successor before next year's general election. In an interview, Lagarde said, "Looking back over these years, I think we have accomplished a lot, and I have accomplished a lot. We need to consolidate these achievements and ensure that everything is truly solid and reliable. Therefore, my basic expectation is that this will continue until the end of my term." She emphasized that her responsibility is to maintain price and financial stability, while also "protecting the euro and ensuring that it is solid, strong, and adaptable to Europe's future development." Furthermore, Lagarde revealed that the World Economic Forum is one of "many options" she is considering once she leaves the central bank.
