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- The KOSPI index surpassed 6,000 for the first time, driven by AI-linked chipmakers.
- The index gained about 1,000 points in a month after clearing 5,000 in late January.
- Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix led as investors expect tight supply for high-end memory and AI chips.
- Hyundai Motor and Kia benefited from robot factory and hydrogen infrastructure plans.
- LG Chem rose after government approval for petrochemical restructuring.
