Lagarde discusses digital euro, inflation, and ECB policy at IMF meetings

ECB President Lagarde discussed the digital euro and payment sovereignty, alongside inflation and growth outlook, at the 2026 IMF-World Bank Annual Meetings. The interview signals continued ECB focus on CBDC development and monetary policy normalization, though no new policy decisions were announced. This matters as it provides insight into ECB's strategic direction on digital currency and its inflation/growth assessment.