Finance

Semiquincentennial 2026 Declaration of Independence Quarters. | U.S. Mint

Check Your Change — The US Mint Is Hiding 250,000 July 4th Quarters in Circulation

The US Mint is releasing 250,000 July 4th privy mark quarters into circulation this holiday — and the only way to get one is to find it in your change.

Tip jar at a restaurant or a coffee shop

Americans Are Tipping Less Than 20% — And the Pressure Keeps Rising

Americans are tipping less than digital prompts suggest. New data shows the average restaurant tip sits at 18.8% in 2026, below the 20% standard.

Debit or credit card

Social Security Is Switching Debit Cards for 3.6 Million Recipients

The Treasury is replacing Comerica with Fifth Third Bank for Direct Express cards used by 3.6 million Social Security and SSI recipients.

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