Pennies news and trends

US Mint Ceases Penny Production, Citing High Costs and Supply Surplus
Commerce // November 12, 2025

The U.S. Treasury announced it would halt the production of the nation’s circulating one-cent coin this week, citing escalating manufacturing costs and deeming the currency unnecessary for modern commerce, USA Today reported Wednesday (Nov. 12). Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this...

Banks and Retailers Face Challenges as Pennies Become Scarce
Cash // October 31, 2025

The wind-down of the penny is reportedly causing problems for banks and retailers. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today....

Farewell to the Penny — A Tiny Coin’s Outsized Legacy
The Weekender // May 31, 2025

It’s official: the penny’s days are numbered. After more than two centuries of jingling in pockets, lining cash registers and fueling both nostalgia and frustration, the one-cent coin will cease production early next year, the U.S. Treasury has confirmed. The decision, driven by mounting production costs...

Pennies Fading From Circulation as More Consumers Go Cashless
Cash // May 22, 2025

After more than 200 years, it is time to say goodbye to the penny. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS...

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Retailers Feel Shortchanged by Penny Shortage

December 28, 2025
America’s retailers are reportedly unhappy with the end of penny production. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing this form, you agree to receive marketing communications from PYMNTS […]

US Mint Ceases Penny Production, Citing High Costs and Supply Surplus

November 12, 2025
The U.S. Treasury announced it would halt the production of the nation’s circulating one-cent coin this week, citing escalating manufacturing costs and deeming the currency unnecessary for modern commerce, USA...

Banks and Retailers Face Challenges as Pennies Become Scarce

October 31, 2025
The wind-down of the penny is reportedly causing problems for banks and retailers. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to...

Pennies Fading From Circulation as More Consumers Go Cashless

May 22, 2025
After more than 200 years, it is time to say goodbye to the penny. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...