India, Feb. 7 -- CSG Systems International Inc (CSGS) announced earnings for fourth quarter that decreased from the same period last year but beat the Street estimates.

The company's earnings totaled $12.7 million, or $0.44 per share. This compares with $20.1 million, or $0.66 per share, in last year's fourth quarter.

Excluding items, CSG Systems International Inc reported adjusted earnings of $26.6 million or $0.92 per share for the period.

Analysts on average had expected the company to earn $0.86 per share, according to figures compiled by Thomson Reuters. Analysts' estimates typically exclude special items.

The company's revenue for the quarter rose 2.6% to $297.3 million from $289.9 million last year.

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