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

Tuesday Apple Rumors: Tim Cook Concedes Weak iPhone 5c Sales

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer Jan 28, 2014

Apple sold fewer iPhone 5c units than expected last quarter; Donald Trump says iPhone needs bigger screen; and Red Bull TV comes to Apple TV.

CEO Mike Jeffries Replaced as Abercrombie & Fitch Chairman

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer Jan 28, 2014

Mike Jeffries will no longer be Abercrombie & Fitch's chairman, though he will remain CEO.

ORAN, FTNT, SWIR, CTRL – 4 Tech Stocks Moving on Analyst Upgrades, Downgrades

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer Jan 28, 2014

Analysts have raised and lowered the rating of four technology stocks, sending ORAN, FTNT, SWIR, CTRL shares rising and falling on Tuesday.

Bitcoin Exchange News: BitInstant CEO Charlie Shrem Arrested

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer Jan 28, 2014

Federal agents have arrested the head of the bitcoin exchange BitInstant, claiming he conspired to launder money from an illicit website.

Insurance That Will Cover Google Glass With Prescription Lenses

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer Jan 28, 2014

Google has added prescription frame options for its Google Glass headset and has partnered with and insurance firm to help cover the cost.

Gold Slips Ahead of FOMC Meeting

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer Jan 27, 2014

Gold notched a fractional decline in Monday trading ahead of the start of this week's Federal Open Markets Committee meeting.

Monday Apple Rumors: Apple Planning iTunes-Based Mobile Payment System

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer Jan 27, 2014

Apple is reportedly exploring a mobile payment system; Russia's Megafon signs new iPhone deal; and Apple releases first-quarter results on Monday.

F Stock – Ford Focus Is Best-Selling Car in the World

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer Jan 27, 2014

Ford says its Focus compact car is the top selling card in the world, boosting by strong Chinese sales.

Gold Edges Higher as Equities Continue to Slide

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer Jan 24, 2014

Gold added to Thursday's gains, rising slightly in Friday trading as U.S. stock markets dropped sharply for a second straight day.

Friday Apple Rumors: Apple to Ditch iPhone 5c in 2014

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer Jan 24, 2014

Apple to scrap iPhone 5c later this year; next-generation Apple TV in testing; and Mac computers turn 30 years old.