The chosen candidate must secure the support of 72% of the member states of the single currency area (that is, at least 16 of the 21 euro area countries), representing at least 65% of the population.
Eurogroup to vote on Monday on Centeno's candidacy for the ECB vice-presidency
Thursday, 15 January 2026RSS
Context & Explainers
The Eurogroup is a meeting of finance ministers from the 20 European Union countries that use the Euro currency. It coordinates economic policies and manages financial stability, including responses to energy price volatility caused by global conflicts. Residents should note that its decisions influence inflation and the broader economic environment across the Eurozone.
