https://www.taxtmi.com/news?id=69859 IGI has acquired AGL to form a global platform combining IGI's international network with AGL's colored gemstone scientific leadership. AGL will remain headquartered in New York, operate independently under its brand, retain Christopher Smith as President and Chief Gemologist, and continue existing technical standards. The transaction preserves scientific independence while enabling collaboration on provenance services, expanded research capabilities, broader market access for AGL's services, integration of AGL methodologies into IGI training programs, and long-term investment support from Blackstone. en-us Tue, 03 Feb 2026 17:31:03 +0530 Tue, 03 Feb 2026 17:31:04 +0530 TaxTMI RSS Generator https://www.taxtmi.com/news?id=69859 IGI has acquired AGL to form a global platform combining IGI's international network with AGL's colored gemstone scientific leadership. AGL will remain headquartered in New York, operate independently under its brand, retain Christopher Smith as President and Chief Gemologist, and continue existing technical standards. The transaction preserves scientific independence while enabling collaboration on provenance services, expanded research capabilities, broader market access for AGL's services, integration of AGL methodologies into IGI training programs, and long-term investment support from Blackstone. News - Tue, 03 Feb 2026 17:31:03 +0530 https://www.taxtmi.com/news?id=69859