Consumer Sentiment Crashes to New Lows as Stocks Hit Record Highs – Dollar and Treasuries Hold Steady PREVIEW by davefairtex US consumer sentiment hit a new low as housing starts declined, yet equities climbed to fresh record highs amid mixed signals. Consumer Sentiment Crashes to New Lows as Stocks Hit Record Highs – Dollar and Treasuries Hold Steady PREVIEW by davefairtex US consumer sentiment hit a new low as housing starts declined, yet equities climbed to fresh record highs amid mixed signals.