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Companies could bring back overseas profits at lower rate if they boosted payrolls.

President presses for deal on U.S. debt ceiling.

President presses for deal on U.S. debt ceiling.

Drug violence takes its toll but some companies continue to expand operations.

Drug violence takes its toll but some companies continue to expand operations.

Growing middle class and improved security prompt companies like Grainger to invest in a CIVET. (Court Carruthers of Grainger International)

Growing middle class and improved security prompt companies like Grainger to invest in a CIVET. (Court Carruthers of Grainger International)

Last-minute deal would avoid default, but U.S. might lose AAA, Pimco exec says.