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Definition of 'Matching Contribution'

A type of contribution an employer chooses to make to his or her employee's employer-sponsored retirement plan. The contribution is based on elective deferral contributions made by the employee.
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Investopedia explains 'Matching Contribution'

Generally, the employer's contribution may match the employee's elective deferral contribution up to a certain dollar amount or percentage of compensation.

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