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European Central Bank

As the central bank of the European monetary union, the ECB determines the EU monetary policy. Its main goal: price stability independent from political influence -- a virtue that has been tested during the 2010 euro crisis and subsequent rescue package.

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"The Fight against Inflation May Take Somewhat Longer" - Laurent Gillieron/ dpa

Deputy Head of the International Monetary Fund "The Fight against Inflation May Take Somewhat Longer"

Whether it is Europe's inflation struggle, China's real estate crisis or global protectionism, Gita Gopinath is skeptical about the immediate future. In an interview, though, the deputy head of the IMF also sees small glimmers of hope. Interview Conducted By Tim Bartz und David Böcking

A Day with ECB President Christine Lagarde - Martin Schoeller / DER SPIEGEL

One Wrong Word Can Cost Billions A Day with ECB President Christine Lagarde

Europe is threatened by recession, war and a deep economic crisis. Christine Lagarde, the head of the European Central Bank, is fighting a steep increase in prices as the continent experiences its worst inflation since the introduction of the common currency. Can she pull it off? By Marc Hujer

Evaluating ECB President Christine Lagarde After Two Years of Crisis - DANIEL ROLAND / AFP

Interview with Central Bank Expert David Marsh Evaluating ECB President Christine Lagarde After Two Years of Crisis

European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde has now been on the job for two years. Thus far, her term has been plagued by the COVID-19 crisis. But soon, says central bank expert David Marsh, she will have to start transitioning to normalcy. What, though, might that look like? Interview Conducted by Tim Bartz

Concerns Rise as Bulgaria Prepares to Join the Euro - Nikolay Doychinov / AFP

Controversial Eurozone Accession Concerns Rise as Bulgaria Prepares to Join the Euro

Bulgaria has significant problems with corruption and money laundering. Nevertheless, the European Union is prepared to accept the country as the next member of the eurozone. Many fear that might be a bad idea. By Ralf Neukirch und Michael Sauga

"We Now Need a Growth-Friendly Agenda" - Magali Delporte / Signature

Bank of France Governor François Villeroy de Galhau "We Now Need a Growth-Friendly Agenda"

Bank of France Governor François Villeroy de Galhau is optimistic about the future despite the second wave of the coronavirus. And he is full of praise for Germany. Interview Conducted by Tim Bartz und Michael Sauga

"We Are Witnessing the End of Independent Central Banks" - Peter Rigaud / DER SPIEGEL

Monetary Policy Expert David Marsh "We Are Witnessing the End of Independent Central Banks"

Former investment banker David Marsh is critical of the European Central Bank and the U.S. Federal Reserve for having transformed themselves into political instruments. Inflation, he says, isn't dead - and it will come back. Interview Conducted by Tim Bartz

"Faced With This Big Drop in GDP and Inflation, We Had to Act" - DANIEL ROLAND/ AFP

Interview with ECB Vice President "Faced With This Big Drop in GDP and Inflation, We Had to Act"

The European Central Bank's bond-buying program has been heavily criticized in Germany. But ECB Vice President Luis de Guindos says it is a necessity in these times of crisis. He also praises the German response to the economic impacts of the coronavirus pandemic. Interview Conducted by Tim Bartz und Stefan Kaiser

Calls for Corona Bonds Met with Familiar "Nein" - Sébastien Thibault / DER SPIEGEL

North-South Divide Calls for Corona Bonds Met with Familiar "Nein"

The danger of a new euro crisis is growing. Weak member states like Italy need help if they're going to survive the coronavirus lockdown financially. But the call for euro bonds has been met with stiff resistance -- especially from the Germans.

Christine Lagarde Brings a New Style to the ECB - Stephen Voss/ DER SPIEGEL

Elegance and Toughness Christine Lagarde Brings a New Style to the ECB

Christine Lagarde is seeking to shake things up at the European Central Bank: better communication, a broader palette of issues and an examination of the instruments used by the bank. Will she also change monetary policy? Von Marc Hujer und Michael Sauga

Who's Responsible for Eurozone's Negative Interest Rates? - Thomas Lohnes / Getty Images

Tough Times for German Savers Who's Responsible for Eurozone's Negative Interest Rates?

Vitor Constâncio spent eight years as the vice president of the European Central Bank. In an interview, he explains why not him or outgoing ECB head Mario Draghi are to blame for negative interest rates in the eurozone. Von Stefan Kaiser

Will Christine Lagarde Pursue Tighter Monetary Policy? - MMikhail metzwel/ Tass/ Action Press

Challenges for New ECB Head Will Christine Lagarde Pursue Tighter Monetary Policy?

As Christine Lagarde prepares to head the European Central Bank, the ECB's critics are urging her to stop the flow of cheap money. At stake is the economic stability of eurozone member states -- and the savings of millions of ordinary people. Von Tim Bartz, Martin Hesse und Christian Reiermann

Brexit Winner, Brexit Loser - Daniel Reinhardt/ picture alliance / dpa

Frankfurt's Uncertain Future Brexit Winner, Brexit Loser

Frankfurt is booming and thousands of investment bankers are heading for the German financial capital as a result of Brexit. But can the city handle the influx? Its already fragile social structures are being stretched to the breaking point. Von Tim Bartz und Martin Hesse

Germany Takes Aim at the European Central Bank - FRANCOIS LENOIR/ REUTERS

Mario Bothers Germany Takes Aim at the European Central Bank

Business and political leaders in Germany are increasingly frustrated with the monetary policies of European Central Bank head Mario Draghi. Recently, the confrontation has threatened to become damaging to the euro zone. By SPIEGEL Staff

What Would Happen if Greece Leaves the Euro Zone? - Boris Roessler/ dpa

The Grexit Dilemma What Would Happen if Greece Leaves the Euro Zone?

Banks across Europe, including the European Central Bank, are preparing for the possibility of Greece leaving the euro zone. With Athens and Brussels still at odds, such an eventuality seems more realistic than ever. But how disruptive would a Grexit really be? Von SPIEGEL Staff

'Austerity Has Done Nothing to Solve Greece's Problems' - Werner Schuering / DER SPIEGEL

Greek Finance Minister Varoufakis 'Austerity Has Done Nothing to Solve Greece's Problems'

Greek Finance Minister Giannis Varoufakis has had little luck convincing his EU counterparts that Athens needs a debt cut. He speaks with SPIEGEL about why austerity has failed, how aid conditions are like waterboarding and where the bailout money went. Von Thomas Hüetlin und Alexander Neubacher

Greece and EU at Loggerheads Ahead of Monday Meeting - YVES HERMAN/ REUTERS

Euro Poker Greece and EU at Loggerheads Ahead of Monday Meeting

Greece is insisting on the relaxation of conditions relating to emergency aid, but the euro zone no longer fears the consequences of a Grexit. Both sides are digging in ahead of Monday's finance minister meeting. Von Martin Hesse, Christian Reiermann und Christoph Schult

Greece Inches Closer to Renewal of Debt Crisis - Orestis Panagiotou/ dpa

Athens vs. Brussels Greece Inches Closer to Renewal of Debt Crisis

The new government in Athens is intent on forcing Europe to change its approach to Greek debt -- thus far in vain. A confrontation is brewing, and both sides stand to lose. Von Martin Hesse und Christian Reiermann

A Measured First Week for New Greek Leader - Giuseppe Lami/ AP/dpa

Defiance and Charm A Measured First Week for New Greek Leader

Syriza's victory in the recent Greek elections set off a wave of concern in Europe. But even as the new prime minister tries to woo other leaders, his left-wing government is already busy getting down to work. Many of its first moves have been the right ones. Von Manfred Ertel, Julia Amalia Heyer, Walter Mayr und Juliane von Mittelstaedt

'Greek Voters Should Be Realistic' - ARIS MESSINIS/ AFP

European Parliament President Schulz 'Greek Voters Should Be Realistic'

Newly elected Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras has promised to free his country from the strict demands of its European creditors. In a SPIEGEL interview, European Parliament President Martin Schulz says there is room for compromise, but warns Athens must tread carefully. Von Nikolaus Blome und Christoph Schult

'Europe Doesn't Need To Be Afraid' - Petros Giannakouris/ AP/dpa

Greece's New Economics Minister 'Europe Doesn't Need To Be Afraid'

Greece wants to remain in the euro zone, but Athens wishes to renegotiate everything relating to the current austerity regime. SPIEGEL spoke with Economics Minister Giorgios Stathakis about how the new government intends to address that challenge. Von Manfred Ertel

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