BBC World Business Report

US Midterms: What does it mean for business?

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After victories for Democrats in the Senate and Congress, we hear from business owners about what it means for them.

We get the views of a hotel owner in Texas and a department store owner in Indiana, on this historic Midterm result for the Democratic Party.

And get the latest market reaction to the Midterms.

Presenter: Bisi Adebayo
Producer: Matt Lines
4 Nov 11AM English United Kingdom Business

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