ECB President Lagarde: Will remain in office at least until the end of the year; energy shocks will drive inflation higher until the first half of 2027.
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European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde made it clear on Thursday that she will not step down before 2027, while warning that the energy shock will keep eurozone inflation above target until the first half of 2027, with economic growth prospects facing downside risks.
On monetary policy, the European Central