Bank of France Governor Francois Villeroy de Galhau to step down early in June
Governor Francois Villeroy de Galhau will leave his post this June to lead a Catholic foundation. President Macron will now name a successor for the role.
Francois Villeroy de Galhau, the Governor of the Bank of France 
FR, announced on February 9, 2026, that he will stand down from his position in June. This departure comes approximately one year before his term was officially set to conclude, creating an immediate vacancy in the leadership of the central bank. The move is expected to have a significant impact on the national financial governance of the country.
FR, announced on February 9, 2026, that he will stand down from his position in June. This departure comes approximately one year before his term was officially set to conclude, creating an immediate vacancy in the leadership of the central bank. The move is expected to have a significant impact on the national financial governance of the country.
