# Christine Lagarde Steps Down Early as ECB President

> Christine Lagarde will leave European Central Bank presidency in February 2027, nine months early.
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## Christine Lagarde Steps Down Early
European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde will leave her post on February 7, 2027, nine months before her term ends.

> To ensure a smooth transition of the ECB's next leadership, the process for appointing her successor will start today.
## Decision Made Public
Lagarde informed the ECB's Governing Council and European Council President António Costa of her decision; the European Council is responsible for appointing her successor.
## Why Early Step Down?
The Financial Times reported in February that Lagarde intended to leave before France's presidential election in April 2027, which the ECB denied at the time.
## Key takeaway

European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde steps down in February 2027, nine months before her term ends.