TRADING ECONOMICS US Consumer Sentiment Highest in 6 Months The University of Michigan's consumer sentiment jumped to 78.9 in September from 74.1 in August; beating expectations of 75. It is the highest reading since March, preliminary estimates showed. Both expectations and current conditions improved and the inflation outlook slowed: Over the next several months, how the election is decided and the delays in obtaining vaccinations will weigh on consumer sentiment. 6o Forex Indexes Shares Commodity Bond 1