Good morning and **Happy Friday!** This is Betty Lin-Fisher, welcoming you to this week’s exciting edition of **The Daily Money**, where we sift through the latest developments affecting your wallet.
**Trump’s Bold Tariff Talk with Apple**
This morning, all eyes are on President Donald Trump as he unleashes a potentially game-changing threat: a **25% import tax on Apple** if the tech giant continues to produce iPhones outside of the U.S. Moreover, he is contemplating a staggering **50% tariff on European Union imports** starting June 1st. The implications of these tariffs could reshape the tech landscape and consumer prices dramatically.
Stay updated with the **latest developments** by checking out our live updates on this unfolding story here.
**The End of an Era: Goodbye Pennies**
Can you imagine a world without pennies? After a staggering **233 years**, the U.S. Mint has officially announced the end of penny production. As the last of its coin blanks are used to mint the final pennies this week, you might be wondering: **what’s next?** While pennies will still remain legal tender, the real question looms: how will cash prices that end in pennies be handled?
**📰 Top Consumer Trends You Don’t Want to Miss 📰**
**🍔 Today’s Menu: Household Debates 🍔**
Speaking of home life, let’s settle a modern-day conundrum: **Is there a right way to load your dishwasher?** Should fork handles face up or down? This simple act might seem trivial, but it can reveal fascinating insights into our **family upbringing** and professional behaviors. To dive deeper, check out our exploration on how the way you load a dishwasher correlates with who you are.
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