ECB official Piero Cipollone dismisses reports that Christine Lagarde plans to resign early
Piero Cipollone stated he has no news regarding an early exit for Christine Lagarde. He affirmed she remains in full control of the central bank today.
European Central Bank Executive Board member Piero Cipollone, speaking in Italy 
IT at an event hosted by the ABI (Italy's banking association), stated today, February 18, 2026, that he had "no news" regarding reports that ECB President Christine Lagarde plans to resign from her position early. Cipollone addressed the uncertainty following a recent report by the Financial Times that suggested Lagarde intends to leave her post before the conclusion of her official term.
IT at an event hosted by the ABI (Italy's banking association), stated today, February 18, 2026, that he had "no news" regarding reports that ECB President Christine Lagarde plans to resign from her position early. Cipollone addressed the uncertainty following a recent report by the Financial Times that suggested Lagarde intends to leave her post before the conclusion of her official term.
