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Saudi Arabia's $1 trillion investment pledge to the U.S. is seen as a significant economic commitment, but experts caution that much of this funding is theoretical and may take years to actualize. The deal's potential impact on markets remains uncertain as the promised funds exist largely on paper.

The U.S. added 119,000 jobs in September as the unemployment rate rose to 4.4 percent, according to data released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. This report was delayed due to a federal government shutdown, which impacted the timely collection of employment data.

A suspected Russian hacker has been arrested on the Thai resort island of Phuket. The individual was wanted by the FBI for allegedly orchestrating cyberattacks against U.S. and European government agencies, according to officials.

Saad Almadi, a U.S. citizen, has been released by Saudi Arabia after being imprisoned for four years due to social media posts that criticized the royal family. His release followed a meeting between former President Donald Trump and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.

The September jobs report revealed that the U.S. added 119,000 jobs, indicating a crucial moment for the labor market amid increasing uncertainty. However, there are signs suggesting a potential weakening in the labor market, raising concerns about future employment trends.

Saudi Arabia is releasing U.S. citizen Saad Almadi, who was jailed for five months due to social media posts critical of the royal family. His release follows a bilateral meeting between President Trump and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in Washington, D.C. Almadi, 75, immigrated to the U.S. in 1976 and was arrested during a family visit in 2021.

President Trump emphasized the significance of the U.S.-Saudi Arabia partnership, describing it as one of the most consequential globally. He highlighted a $1 trillion investment in American projects, positioning himself as a notably Saudi-friendly president in recent history.

President Trump proposed an increase in foreign guest workers to bolster the U.S. semiconductor chip industry, emphasizing the need for skilled labor to meet upcoming AI challenges. This initiative aims to enhance the country's technological capabilities.