Stock indices closed mixed as Greek bank stocks weighed on markets. Greek bank stocks declined as investors remained cautious amid concerns over Greece's future policy. Syriza party won the country's parliament elections on Sunday. The party has pledged to renegotiate the terms of the country's €240 billion euro financial bailout and to reverse many of the austerity measures.

The Gfk German consumer confidence index increased to 9.3 in February from 9.0 in January, beating forecasts for a rise to 9.1. That was the highest level since November 2001.

Indexes on the close:

Name Price Change Change %

FTSE 100 6,825.94 +14.33 +0.21%

DAX 10,710.97 +82.39 +0.78%

CAC 40 4,610.94 -13.27 -0.29%