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Coin Shortage: Kroger Urges Exact Change Amid Penny Debate

10/29/2025

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Kroger asks customers to use exact change due to a coin shortage.
The U.S. Mint stopped producing pennies under a directive from U.S. President Donald Trump.
Aldi and Sheetz are rounding some cash transactions.
Economists say the penny's disappearance could affect pricing, including the 99-cent effect.
Congress is considering legislation to make the penny halt permanent, raising concerns for retailers participating in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).

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Kroger asks customers to use exact change due to a coin shortage.
The U.S. Mint stopped producing pennies under a directive from U.S. President Donald Trump.
Aldi and Sheetz are rounding some cash transactions.
Economists say the penny's disappearance could affect pricing, including the 99-cent effect.
Congress is considering legislation to make the penny halt permanent, raising concerns for retailers participating in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).