Portugal's Government Appoints Álvaro Santos Pereira as New Central Bank Governor
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Portugal's Government Appoints Álvaro Santos Pereira as New Central Bank Governor

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Summary:

  • Mário Centeno is leaving his position as Governor of the Bank of Portugal.

  • Álvaro Santos Pereira, the OECD's chief economist, has been chosen as the new governor.

  • Gabriel Bernardino will take over the leadership of the Insurance and Pension Funds Supervisory Authority (ASF).

  • The appointments signify a major shift in Portugal's financial regulatory leadership.

  • The transition is not immediate, ensuring a smooth handover process.

Mário Centeno is stepping down as the Governor of the Bank of Portugal. In a significant move, the Portuguese government has named Álvaro Santos Pereira, currently the chief economist at the OECD, as his successor. Additionally, Gabriel Bernardino, a former European supervisor, is set to lead the Insurance and Pension Funds Supervisory Authority (ASF).

This transition marks a pivotal moment for Portugal's financial regulatory framework, with both appointments expected to bring fresh perspectives to their respective roles. However, the changes will not take effect immediately, leaving room for a smooth handover process.

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