MIDEAST STOCKS-Most Gulf markets extend gains on US tariff relief

By Ateeq Shariff

April 13 (Reuters) - Most Gulf stock markets ended higher on Sunday, extending gains from the previous session after temporary U.S. tariff relief boosted sentiment, though global trade uncertainty remains a concern.

In a stunning reversal, U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday announced a temporary lowering of hefty duties he had imposed on dozens of countries.

Saudi Arabia's benchmark index .TASI gained 0.8%, helped by a 3.9% rise in Riyad Bank 1010.SE and a 0.4% increase in Al Rajhi Bank 1120.SE.

The Qatari index .QSI added 0.2%, with petrochemicals and commodities-focused conglomerate Industries Qatar IQCD.QA closing with a gain of 0.7%.

Outside of the Gulf, Egypt's blue-chip index .EGX30 advanced 1.2%. Almost all constituents were in positive territory, including a 3.9% jump for tobacco monopoly Eastern Company EAST.CA.