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US Ends Penny Production: Cash Transactions to Round Up

12/30/2025

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The United States has ceased penny production, ending a 232-year tradition.
The United States Postal Service and other businesses now round cash transactions to the nearest nickel when pennies are unavailable.
The policy began on December 12, 2025, and customers may receive slightly more or less change than owed.
Experts warn the practice could face legal challenges, and advocates urge Congress to enact a national law.

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The United States has ceased penny production, ending a 232-year tradition.
The United States Postal Service and other businesses now round cash transactions to the nearest nickel when pennies are unavailable.
The policy began on December 12, 2025, and customers may receive slightly more or less change than owed.
Experts warn the practice could face legal challenges, and advocates urge Congress to enact a national law.