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European Central Bank Governing Council member Fabio Panetta suggests that the US economy has been more significantly impacted by tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump, contradicting the US administration's stance.

ECB staff are expressing confusion and irritation over reports that President Christine Lagarde may leave before her term ends, raising concerns about her authority and the bank's leadership.

Christine Lagarde reaffirms her commitment to serving out her term as European Central Bank president, dismissing early resignation speculation.

RaboBank believes that ECB Chief Christine Lagarde's early departure may reduce risks to the euro's value by protecting ECB independence, potentially stabilizing the currency.

The European Central Bank (ECB) is gearing up to select payment providers for its digital euro pilot, with the pilot expected to start in 2027.

The Financial Times reports that ECB President Lagarde may leave her post a year ahead of schedule, with the ECB not denying the claim, potentially leading to a change in leadership at the European Central Bank.

ECB President Lagarde plans to step down before the end of her 8-year term, allowing the next French and German leaders to choose her successor.

ECB's Joachim Nagel suggests that euro-denominated stablecoins can facilitate cheap international transfers and complement the ECB's digital common currency initiative.

Austria's Finance Minister Markus Marterbauer supports maintaining the standard timeline for appointing the next European Central Bank president, indicating a preference for continuity and stability in ECB leadership.

ECB President Christine Lagarde suggests that offering incentives for investments in Europe is a more effective strategy to prevent capital outflows than imposing taxes, indicating a shift in the ECB's policy approach.

ECB economists have raised concerns about the potential risks of national regulation in Ireland and Luxembourg, suggesting that it may create 'supervisory blind spots' for asset managers.

The European Central Bank is still assessing the impact of the euro's appreciation, which started in 2025, on the economy, according to ECB Governing Council member Martins Kazaks.