21.   Brazilian stocks fell, for a second consecutive day, on concern that higher U.S. interest rates could make it more expensive for domestic companies to borrow.

22.   A lower rating can make it more expensive for the company to borrow.

23.   A rate rise could worsen the jobs climate by making it more expensive for companies to borrow, expand operations and possibly hire more workers.

24.   A lower debt rating makes it more expensive for a company to borrow money.

25.   A higher credit rating means a company can borrow money at lower interest rates.

26.   A rise in yields typically makes it more expensive for companies to borrow.

27.   A rise in interest rates would make it more expensive for companies to borrow and expand and create more jobs.

28.   Also, companies can borrow money at low rates and have a better chance to expand their profits.

29.   Brazilian stocks fell today for a second day on concern that higher U.S. rates could make it more expensive for domestic companies to borrow.

30.   Brazilian stocks fell for a second day on concern that higher U.S. interest rates could make it more expensive for domestic companies to borrow.