Christopher Freeburn

Christopher Freeburn

InvestorPlace Writer

Christopher T. Freeburn has been a financial writer and editor for more than 10 years. He has worked at industry trade publications like Food Logistics, ChemicalWeek and Institutional Investor. His freelance articles have appeared in a variety of magazines, including Technology Review, Audubon and USA Weekend. He lives in Westchester County, just outside New York City.”

Recent Articles

Gold See-Saws on Obama Win, Fiscal Fear

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer

Gold opened higher as investors anticipated more federal stimulus from President Obama's re-election, but closed down as worries over the economy mounted.

Wednesday Apple Rumors: Foxconn Admits Production Problems

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer

Foxconn says making iPhones is hard; Microsoft will release free Office Suite apps for iOS and Android next year; and Apple may be investing in Sharp.

Gaming Console Ban May Be Nearing End in China

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer

Sony's PlaysStation 3 has received certification by Chinese regulators, possibly signaling that China could end its ban on home gaming consoles.

Gold Surges Most in Seven Weeks

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer

Gold jumped sharply in Tuesday trading as investors awaited the outcome of the hotly contested U.S. presidential election.

Tuesday Apple Rumors: Apple to Replace Intel Chips in Macs

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer

Apple will drop Intel chips in Macs in favor of ARM processors; the iPad's market share falls on competition; and a patent suit against Motorola is dismissed.

Gold Rises on Eve of U.S. Elections

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer

Gold gained in Monday trading, recovering slightly from last week's sell-off, as the U.S. presidential election loomed over investors.

Monday Apple Rumors: 3M iPads Sold After iPad Mini Release

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer

Apple sold 3 million new iPads in first weekend after iPad Mini release; Google Maps may not come to iOS; and price of unlocked iPhone 5 mistakenly revealed.

Health Care Law Prompts Shift to Part-Time Workers

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer

A number of employers in the restaurant and hotel business are increasing their numbers of part-time workers to avoid requirements of the health care law.

Gold Retreats on Stronger U.S. Dollar

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer

Gold fell back in Thursday trading as first-time U.S. unemployment claims came in below estimates, sending the U.S. dollar higher.

Thursday Apple Rumors: Apple Spent 40% More on R&D Last Year

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer

Apple increased R&D spending by $1 billion; Apple is ordered to post a new apology to Samsung by British judges; and iTunes takes Red Cross donations.

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