European stock markets close higher after the ECB's decision to leave rates unchanged. Also under the spotlight are the words of the president of the European Central Bank, Christine Lagarde, on inflation and growth.
Government bond yields fell slightly with investors eyeing an easing of monetary policy from June. Positive session for Paris (+0.77%), Frankfurt (+ 0.71%) and London (-0.17%) Reproduction reserved © Copyright ANSA, 2013. All rights reserved. For confidential support call the Samaritans in the UK on 08457 90 90 90, visit a local Samaritans branch or click here for details.