Major U.S. stock-indexes slightly higher on Thursday as bank stocks gained after data showed that the domestic economy grew at a faster pace in the fourth-quarter than previously estimated. Gross domestic product increased 2,1%, compared with the previously reported 1,9%, the Commerce Department said.

Most of Dow stocks in positive area (17 of 30). Top loser - NIKE, Inc. (NKE, -1.47%). Top gainer - Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. (WMT, +0.99%).

Most of S&P sectors also in positive area. Top loser - Conglomerates (-1.1%). Top gainer - Financials (+0.5%).

At the moment:

Dow 20628.00 +27.00 +0.13%

S&P 500 2360.75 +3.75 +0.16%

Nasdaq 100 5431.75 -4.25 -0.08%

Oil 50.16 +0.65 +1.31%

Gold 1250.40 -6.40 -0.51%

U.S. 10yr 2.41 -0.02