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💵 Have you ever wondered where your tax dollars actually go?

From national defense and infrastructure to education, healthcare, and public services, taxes help fund many of the programs and systems we rely on every day.

Understanding how tax revenue is used can provide valuable perspective on the role taxes play in our economy and communities.

This week’s Tax Awareness & Education resource explores the bigger picture behind federal spending and public funding:

What Do Your Taxes Pay For? Here's a breakdown of how the federal government spends your tax money.

🚢 From ships to shares — the history of stocks in 8 slides 📊

The first “stocks” were created to fund risky voyages across the world. Centuries later, that same idea powers today’s global markets.

Swipe through to discover:
⚫ The first company to issue stock
⚫ The birth of the world’s first stock exchange
⚫ How investing spread around the world
⚫ Why stocks became so popular
⚫ How modern markets evolved
⚫ Why stocks still matter today

Which part of stock market history surprised you most? 👀

The S&P 500 rose 0.65%, while the Nasdaq advanced 0.70%. The Dow Jones Industrial Average gained 0.66%. The MSCI EAFE Index, which tracks developed overseas stock markets, added 0.92 percent.

What Happened Last Week | June 15, 2026 Weekly market recap covering inflation data, geopolitical developments, and major market drivers including chip stocks, housing, and a record IPO.