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flag DBS seeks stake in Malaysia's Alliance Bank, but faces 30% foreign ownership cap.

flag DBS, Southeast Asia's largest bank, had planned to buy a 29% stake in Malaysia's Alliance Bank, aiming to eventually raise its stake to 49%. flag However, the deal is unlikely due to Malaysia's 30% foreign ownership cap on commercial banks. flag DBS and Alliance Bank have not commented, but regulatory approval from Malaysia's central bank, which has not been forthcoming, is needed for the deal to proceed.

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