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American companies operating in Mexico, especially those involved in manufacturing, logistics, and retail, are not immune. Major corporations such as Walmart, Coca-Cola, Pepsi, and even high-end brands like Apple have reported incidents of armed robberies and cargo thefts. The scale of events is significant; for example, armored trucks carrying valuable merchandise like iPhones or luxury vehicles are targeted. Some thefts happen with a surprising level of sophistication and persistence, such as a convoy of armed men unloading high-value cars from a shipment over half an hour—a feat that suggests some level of coordination or inside help.