May 19 (Reuters) - JB Hi-Fi Ltd JBH.AX :
* Notes speculation in the press today that JB Hi Fi may be considering an acquisition of the good guys.
* Confirms that it is in preliminary discussions with the good guys in relation to a proposed sale of the good guys
* Discussions between JB Hi Fi and the good guys are preliminary and exploratory in nature
* JB Hi Fi has made no decision and nor has it entered into any agreement with respect to the acquisition of the Good Guys
* "Would only pursue an acquisition if it made compelling financial sense for our shareholders"
* Says Good Guys are looking at a range of options including an IPO on the asx.
* Source text for Eikon ID:nASX3C914Z
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