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November 1990

Contributions to savings and thrift plans

Michael Bucci

New data show that average annual contributions made by employers and employees can vary widely, depending upon individual plan specifications and employees' level of earnings. This article examines contributions to defined benefit and defined contribution retirement savings plans.

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