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Chattanooga Shoppers Grapple with Price Rounding Amid Penny Shortage

12/30/2025

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Shoppers in Chattanooga face challenges as retailers round prices after the penny production halt ordered by U.S. President Donald Trump in February 2025.
The U.S. Mint estimates it costs nearly four cents to produce one penny.
Retailers, including Hobby Lobby and Dunkin’ Donuts, are adapting by rounding cash transactions.
The U.S. Postal Service has also implemented a rounding policy for cash transactions.
Experts warn of legal issues and seek clarity.

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Story summary

Shoppers in Chattanooga face challenges as retailers round prices after the penny production halt ordered by U.S. President Donald Trump in February 2025.
The U.S. Mint estimates it costs nearly four cents to produce one penny.
Retailers, including Hobby Lobby and Dunkin’ Donuts, are adapting by rounding cash transactions.
The U.S. Postal Service has also implemented a rounding policy for cash transactions.
Experts warn of legal issues and seek clarity.