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

Sony Moves Mobile HQ From Sweden to Japan

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer

Sony has announced plans to move the headquarters of its mobile phone unit from Sweden to Japan, costing about 1,000 jobs in Sweden.

Wednesday Apple Rumors: iPads Get More Display Space

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer

Apple has told retailers to add more iPad display space in stores; China Telecom boosts subscribers with iPhone 4S; and Foxconn works to boost employee safety.

Best Buy Reveals New CEO’s Pay Package

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer

Best Buy's new CEO, Hubert Joly, will receive a $1.175 million base salary, $16 million in additional compensation, and potential bonuses starting in 2014.

Tuesday Apple Rumors: Closing Arguments in Samsung Lawsuit

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer

Apple and Samsung present closing arguments in the patent lawsuit; Apple stock downgraded as it retreats from highs; and a former worker claims Jobs protection.

Best Buy Profit Plunges, Suspends Guidance

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer

Best Buy shares fell as the company posted second-quarter results that missed Wall Street estimates and withdrew its guidance for the year.

Urban Outfitters Shares Soar on Q2 Results

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer

Urban Outfitters posted second-quarter earnings and sales that beat Wall Street estimates, sending its shares sharply higher.

Monday Apple Rumors: New Motorola ITC Patent Claims

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer

Google's Motorola files new patent claims against Apple; AT&T says FaceTime users need new plan; and Apple sees almost unlimited sales growth in China.

Best Buy Rejects Buyout, Taps New CEO, Shares Tumble

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer

Best Buy announced on Monday that it had named turnaround expert Hubert Joly as its new CEO, after rejecting further buyout talks with Richard Schulze.

Friday Apple Rumors: Apple Wanted Fast AuthenTec Buy

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer

Apple wanted a speedy purchase of AuthenTec; Apple admits a 'mistake' in staffing calculations at Apple Stores; and a new Apple TV may read users' gestures.

Thursday Apple Rumors: Apple Meeting With Media Firms

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer

Apple talks to media companies about TV technology; illuminated Apple touch pads could provide feedback; and Apple plans large Oregon data center.

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