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U.S. Mint to End Penny Production Amid Cost Crisis

6/2/2025

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The U.S. Mint will cease penny production next year due to high costs exceeding their value.
Currently, around 114 billion pennies circulate, costing nearly 4 cents each to produce.
Retailers and collectors expect shifts in coin usage and pricing as pennies are phased out.
Rare pennies may see increased value, sparking renewed interest in coin collecting.
This decision highlights the ongoing decline of cash usage in America.

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Story summary

The U.S. Mint will cease penny production next year due to high costs exceeding their value.
Currently, around 114 billion pennies circulate, costing nearly 4 cents each to produce.
Retailers and collectors expect shifts in coin usage and pricing as pennies are phased out.
Rare pennies may see increased value, sparking renewed interest in coin collecting.
This decision highlights the ongoing decline of cash usage in America.