Major U.S. stock-indexes slightly fell on Thursday, with the Dow on track to mark its fifth day of losses as investors stayed away from making risky bets ahead of Donald Trump's swearing-in as president on Friday. The markets are also digesting a clutch of information including the European Central Bank's decision to maintain its monetary policy, while awaiting a speech by Federal Reserve Chair Janet Yellen. After hitting a series of record highs in a post-election rally, Wall Street has been trading in a tight range as investors look for more details on Trump's policies.

Most of Dow stocks in negative area (18 of 30). Top gainer - Exxon Mobil Corporation (XOM, -1.56%). Top loser - UnitedHealth Group Incorporated (UNH, +1.01%).

Most of S&P sectors in negative area. Top loser - Conglomerates (+1.0%). Top loser - Basic Materials (-0.7%).

At the moment:

Dow 19704.00 -31.00 -0.16%

S&P 500 2262.75 -3.75 -0.17%

Nasdaq 100 5056.25 +1.75 +0.03%

Oil 52.00 +0.11 +0.21%

Gold 1199.80 -12.30 -1.01%

U.S. 10yr 2.49 +0.10