A departure would mean Lagarde leaves her current term at the central bank prematurely to lead the forum. Such a transition would force the ECB to name a new leader to oversee the monetary policy of the eurozone.
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World Economic Forum May Appoint Christine Lagarde as Chair on November 2
Global Markets6 days ago
The European Central Bank could face a leadership reshuffle if its president departs before her term expires in October 2027. The World Economic Forum may appoint ECB President Christine Lagarde as its next chair as early as November 2, although the organization has not yet made a final decision. If she accepts the position, Klaas Knot and Pablo Hernández de Cos are among the leading candidates to replace her at the ECB.
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