Scott Tong

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Scott Tong is a former correspondent for Marketplace. He reported on sustainability issues (energy, climate, environment, resources) for Marketplace, as well as the U.S.-China technology relationship, frequently described as “fraught.” He is Marketplace’s former China bureau chief. What was your first job? English-language audiotape (yes, tape) voice-over work. Sixth grade.Taiwan. What advice do you wish someone had given you before you started this career? Show up an hour before the interview. Fill in the blank: Money can’t buy you happiness, but it can buy you ______. Gas for kid carpools; Washington Capitals hockey tickets. What is something that everyone should own, no matter how much it costs? Smoker (plus wooden slotted spoon). What’s your most memorable Marketplace moment? Sneaking into Burma for twenty bucks.

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May 18, 2009
Indian stocks high on pro-business vote
Indian stocks jumped so high regulators had to close the market temporarily to give it time to breath. This is good news for an economy often blasted as slow on reforms. Scott Tong further explores what's behind the surge.
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May 14, 2009
Why Sony’s reporting a $1 billion loss
Sony is reporting its first annual loss in 14 years, to the tune of a billion dollars. The electronics giant expects to see more red ink next year. Scott Tong reports.
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May 12, 2009
In China, not a dream but an obsession
In America, owning a home is part of the Dream. In China, it goes way beyond that. Marketplace's Shanghai bureau chief Scott Tong explains.
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May 2, 2009
Going home hard for overseas workers
It's understandable that multinational companies are bringing their overseas workers back home to cut costs. But for many displaced workers and their families, it's not such an easy transition. Scott Tong reports.
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Apr 28, 2009
Knock-off cars put on show in Shanghai
If imitation is the highest form of flattery, Toyota has a lot to be proud of at this year's Shanghai Auto Show. Marketplace's Scott Tong goes down a list of Chinese automakers' latest knock-offs to Bill Radke.
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Apr 21, 2009
Why carmakers are speeding to China
Despite its struggles, General Motors is planning to increase its sales in China. Scott Tong reports from the Shanghai International Auto Show on why GM and other automakers are zooming to the Chinese market.
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Apr 16, 2009
Worst may be over for China’s economy
China's latest GDP numbers indicate the weakest growth since 1992, but other indicators for lending and new infrastructure suggest its economy is coming back. Scott Tong explores the potential for a V-shaped recovery.
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Apr 13, 2009
Is China buying influence in its region?
China is promising an infusion of $25 billion for its Asian neighbors. Is the high-profile deal a way for China to throw its weight around? Steve Chiotakis explores the issue with Marketplace's Scott Tong in Shanghai.
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Apr 10, 2009
A more confident China
Though the Chinese economy has slowed, Beijing has been getting more active and confident on the international economic stage. Reporter Scott Tong talks to Kai Ryssdal about how China is feeling after the G-20 summit.
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Apr 7, 2009
Venezuela, China talk tough on U.S.
Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez is in Beijing today discussing China's agreement to put $8 billion into oil exploration in the country. Scott Tong reports Venezuela is diversifying away from the U.S., its chief oil customer.
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