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

Disney Looks at Possible Layoffs

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer Jan 7, 2013

Sources tell Reuters that Disney is exploring possible layoffs or a hiring freeze to trim expenses and eliminate redundancy.

Weak Jobs Report Lessens Gold Slide

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer Jan 4, 2013

After sinking in early trading on Friday, gold rebounded after a weak jobs report suggested a slowing U.S. economy. The metal still closed down for the day.

Friday Apple Rumors: iPhone Mini to Launch in 2014

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer Jan 4, 2013

Apple could release a smaller iPhone for emerging markets in 2014; Apple may turn to Intel for mobile chips; and customs agents seize fake Apple products.

Gold Tumbles on Talk of End to Fed Stimulus

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer Jan 3, 2013

News that Federal Reserve officials discussed ending economic stimulus efforts early at its December policy meeting sent gold tumbling in Thursday trading.

Thursday Apple Rumors: Apple in Talks to Buy Waze

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer Jan 3, 2013

Apple is in talks to buy crowd-sourced mapping app Waze; Apple could switch screen technologies on next iPhone; and an analyst says no Apple TV set this year.