Is there a penny shortage? What to know as Kroger starts asking customers to use exact change

Is there a penny shortage? What to know as Kroger starts asking customers to use exact change

Recently, there has been a rise in reports from consumers that some physical retail stores are running low on pennies, making it difficult for cashiers to give customers exact change. This week, many social media users reported that one of America’s largest grocery store chains, Kroger, was asking customers to use exact change. This has led many to wonder if there is a national penny shortage. The answer is more complex than just a simple yes or…