Japanese technology group NEC Corp has been talking to its advisers about the possibility of making an offer for CSG Systems (CSGS), which provides customer care and billing solutions for cable and phone companies,

CSG Systems (NASDAQ:CSGS) jumped 7% on a report that Japan's NEC Corp. (OTCPK:NIPNF) is evaluating a bid for the company. NEC has been working with investment bankers at Morgan Stanley on a potential bid for CSG (NASDAQ:CSGS),

William Blair analyst Maggie Nolan has maintained their bullish stance on CSGS stock, giving a Buy rating on January 20.Invest with

Stifel analysts maintained a Buy rating and a $60.00 price target for CSG Systems International Inc. (NASDAQ:CSGS) amidst discussions that NEC Corporation may be considering an acquisition of the company.