Economy ECB says 'no decision made' on Lagarde's potential exit amid reports Reports on Wednesday indicated Christine Lagarde could step down as ECB President before her mandate expires in October 2027. The ECB asserted that no decision has been made and that the President is focused on her mission, in a response to Euronews. 18/02/2026
Economy ECB rates unchanged, Lagarde: 'Inflation is in a good place' The ECB kept rates unchanged as inflation fell to 1.7%. Christine Lagarde said policy is “in a good place”, downplaying the undershoot as temporary, while stressing data dependence, balanced risks and the need for EU reforms to support growth. 05/02/2026
Economy Could inflation in Europe make an unexpected comeback in 2026? The eurozone's private sector grew in January, but services inflation is showing a sustained rise, raising fresh concerns for the ECB. 23/01/2026
Economy French inflation eases on energy costs ahead of eurozone data release Energy prices fell more dramatically in December while food prices increased at a faster rate. 06/01/2026
Economy ECB's Lagarde: AI fuels investment, no rate path set ECB President Christine Lagarde kept rates unchanged, citing persistent uncertainty and strong AI-driven investment. 18/12/2025
Economy ECB holds interest rates as eurozone economic growth remains robust The eurozone has managed to weather US tariffs more effectively than expected. Growth remains resilient, while inflation continues to hover around the ECB’s 2% target. 18/12/2025
Economy 'Europe's existential crisis': ECB's Lagarde calls for urgent reforms ECB President Christine Lagarde urged the European Commission to dismantle internal trade barriers, warning they stifle competitiveness. 10/12/2025
Economy Property of the people? ECB says Italy’s gold isn’t political treasure A proposal to declare Italy’s gold as the property of the people could undermine central bank independence, warned the ECB. 04/12/2025
Economy Eurozone inflation slows to 2.1%, yet Lagarde stays cautious Eurozone inflation eased to 2.1% in October, nearing the ECB’s target. Lagarde praised progress but warned of global and wage-related risks. 31/10/2025
Economy ECB keeps interest rate at 2% as growth holds up against trade tension With inflation subdued and growth steady, the ECB maintained rates at their lowest level in more than two years, matching market expectations. 30/10/2025
Economy Eurozone inflation comes in softer than expected in August, at 2% Inflation is now in line with the target set by the European Central Bank. As economic growth remains robust, more rate cuts from the ECB aren't likely to come soon. 17/09/2025
Economy Why is Lagarde holding rates? The economy is in a 'good place' Lagarde says the eurozone economy is 'in a good place' as the ECB keeps its benchmark rate steady at 2.00%. With inflation near target and growth revised up, rate cuts are off the table, for now. 11/09/2025
Economy European Central Bank leaves key deposit rate unchanged at 2% As analysts widely expected, the European Central Bank kept its benchmark interest rate untouched on Thursday. This comes as the eurozone economy shows signs of resilience and inflation remains close to the ECB’s 2% target. 11/09/2025
Economy ECB hits pause button: Here’s why Lagarde isn’t rushing things The European Central Bank kept rates unchanged as inflation hit its 2% target. Lagarde urged patience, citing global risks and reaffirming a data-driven approach. 24/07/2025
Economy Lagarde says ECB 'will not rest' as eurozone inflation hits 2% in June Eurozone price pressures rose in line with expectations in June, reaching the ECB’s 2% target. ECB President Christine Lagarde struck a cautious tone in her opening remarks at the central bank’s annual symposium in Sintra. 01/07/2025
Economy ECB lowers rates for the eighth time as trade tensions threaten growth The central bank lowered its benchmark interest rate by a quarter point, in line with analyst estimates. 05/06/2025