August 16 evening round-up:

1. Singapore developers' private home sales surge 82% in July on suburban demand
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2. New DBS loan lets private property owners borrow against homes to fund retirement
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3. Singapore as a global hub must move past 'foreign-local worker balance' debate: Chan Chun Sing
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4. Ringgit hits 1-year low after cabinet resignation; may face pressure in coming months
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5. ComfortDelGro eyes ASX listing for Australian subsidiary
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6. HSBC to acquire AXA Singapore
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