Major U.S. stock-indexes rose on Tuesday as GDP data for the third quarter showed stronger-than-expected growth and crude oil prices eased off multi-year lows. Trading volumes are expected to be relatively light this week, with U.S. stock markets operating a shortened session on Thursday and closing on Friday for Christmas.

Most of Dow stocks in positive area (18 of 30). Top looser - Apple Inc. (AAPL, -0,77%). Top gainer - Caterpillar Inc. (CAT, +3.49%).

Most of S&P index sectors in positive area. Top looser - Financial (-0.1%). Top gainer - Basic Materials (+1,5%).

At the moment:

Dow 17203.00 +25.00 +0.15%

S&P 500 2016.50 +1.50 +0.07%

Nasdaq 100 4561.25 -1.75 -0.04%

Oil 36.12 +0.31 +0.87%

Gold 1074.90 -5.70 -0.53%

U.S. 10yr 2.22 +0.02