Christine Lagarde

President of the @ecb, the central bank for the euro. I manage this account with my team.

[Christine Lagarde @Lagarde]

I had a busy day at the @ParisPeaceForum, where European sovereignty was a key topic of discussion.

At a time of profound global change, Europe must equip itself to realise its ambitions and to strengthen its economy and position in the world.

[Christine Lagarde @Lagarde]

It was terrible to hear about the tragic road accident that took place in Bulgaria.

My heartfelt condolences go to the families and loved ones of the victims, and I wish a swift recovery to all those injured.

[European Central Bank @ecb]

🇧🇬🇪🇺 We are deeply saddened by yesterday’s tragic road accident near Yambol, in eastern Bulgaria.

We stand with all those affected by the tragedy and with the people of Bulgaria at this difficult time.

[Christine Lagarde @Lagarde]

I am deeply shocked by the terrible attack in Kraków.

My thoughts are with the victims, those injured and their families, and with the Polish people at this difficult time.

[European Central Bank @ecb]

🇵🇱🇪🇺 Today, we remember the victims of the horrific attack in Kraków yesterday. Our thoughts are with all those affected. There can be no place for such violence in our society.

To express our condolences, we join other European institutions in flying our flags at half-mast.

[European Central Bank @ecb]

Energy is pushing up inflation numbers and food inflation has also increased, says President @Lagarde.

But the underlying indicators are stable and we are currently not seeing signs of second-round effects beyond those incorporated in our projections https://t.co/YIUMvd9mF3

[Christine Lagarde @Lagarde]

It was a pleasure to welcome Anna Breman, Governor of the Reserve Bank of New Zealand - Te Pūtea Matua, to Frankfurt.

[European Central Bank @ecb]

Extreme weather is becoming more frequent and more severe, and the associated costs are rising.

Europe needs better protection against the financial fallout from climate change and a more flexible energy system, says President @Lagarde in her blog post https://t.co/kJ0xWaJHk9

[Christine Lagarde @Lagarde]

It was a pleasure to welcome His Excellency Sheikh Bandar bin Mohammed Al-Thani, Governor of the Qatar Central Bank, to Frankfurt today.

In an evolving global economy, it's important that we exchange perspectives and experiences with our international central banking colleagues.

[Christine Lagarde @Lagarde]

I sat down with @CCTV’s Zou Yun on the sidelines of the @IMFNews meetings two weeks ago to talk about a range of topics, including developments in artificial intelligence.

Watch our conversation https://t.co/VGH9nBVFEF

[Christine Lagarde @Lagarde]

I will be leaving the @ECB in February 2027 because I want to have the freedom of speech, the freedom of expression, and the freedom to engage on matters that are not monetary policy matters.

[European Central Bank @ecb]

We’ve just taken our latest monetary policy decisions, determined to ensure that inflation stabilises at our two percent target in the medium term.

Tune in to Euro Matters to hear President Christine @Lagarde present the decisions in our press conference https://t.co/0PSRYNfog2

[European Central Bank @ecb]

Today we kept our key interest rates at their current levels.

We are well positioned to deal with the very uncertain economic situation.

Inflation has gone up again, but the economy keeps growing despite headwinds and many people have jobs https://t.co/stTMdnXmke

[European Central Bank @ecb]

Watch the ECB press conference live: President Christine @Lagarde explains today’s monetary policy decisions https://t.co/Qs8NFQlvQu

[European Central Bank @ecb]

We kept our key interest rates at their current levels.

Read today’s monetary policy decisions https://t.co/EUVjWyn6rU

[Christine Lagarde @Lagarde]

Just to avoid any social media chatter: the plasters on my face are due to a small surgery earlier in the week.

Follow doctor’s orders and get your skin checked regularly!

[Christine Lagarde @Lagarde]

I have just informed my colleagues that I will step down as @ECB President on 7 February 2027.

It has been a source of great pride to serve this institution.

I thank all of those who have supported me on this journey over the past seven years.

[Christine Lagarde @Lagarde]

I was deeply saddened to hear about the train crash in Toledo.

My thoughts are with the victims, their families, the first responders and the people of Spain on this dark day.

[Christine Lagarde @Lagarde]

I was delighted to welcome @MarosSefcovic, European Commissioner for Trade and Economic Security, as well as Interinstitutional Relations and Transparency, to the @ecb.

He joined the Governing Council members for an informal discussion on the state of global trade.

[Christine Lagarde @Lagarde]

Art opens our minds to new perspectives and ideas.

Thank you to the Museum Reinhard Ernst for an inspiring evening celebrating creativity.

📸 by Jörg Halisch