Stock indices closed higher due to increasing demand for risk-related assets. Geopolitical concerns eased slightly as Russia have finished military exercises near Ukraine.

Stock markets came under pressure last week as investors preferred safe-haven assets due to geopolitical tensions in Iraq and Ukraine.

Bayerische Motoren Werke (BMW) AG shares increased 2.8%.

PSA Peugeot Citroen SA shares climbed 2.6%.

Valeo SA rose 3.4%.

Indexes on the close:

Name Price Change Change %

FTSE 100 6,632.82 +65.46 +1.00 %

DAX 9,180.74 +171.42 +1.90 %

CAC 40 4,197.7 +49.89 +1.20 %