In Conversation with European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde at BWC’s Spring Summit 2026

Against a backdrop of weaker growth and rising inflation, ECB President Christine Lagarde spoke with BWC Chair Bill Dudley. She emphasized the need for scenario-based policymaking. She stressed it is too early to treat inflation as transitory, underscoring her commitment to price stability while remaining agile. On digital assets, Lagarde struck a cautious tone, questioning stablecoins and warning against regulatory arbitrage.