StanChart Is Still in Play as Abu Dhabi's FAB Explores $35 Billion Offer
- FAB is said to have completed due diligence on British lender
- Regulatory approvals, compliance are seen as biggest obstacles
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First Abu Dhabi Bank PJSC is pressing ahead with a potential offer for Standard Chartered Plc, after a move to put earlier takeover plans on hold didn’t halt its ambitions to become a global financial powerhouse.