PARIS: French bonds and stocks stood firm on Monday (Tuesday in Manila) in the face of a government collapse, and German markets were also in good form while London markets were closed for a holiday.

Markets were supported by an assurance from the ECB that it would counter deflationary pressures, and a hint from the US Federal Reserve that rates in the world’s largest economy may rise sooner than expected.

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