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| Document And Entity Information [Abstract] | ||
| Document Type | 10-Q | |
| Document Period End Date | Nov. 02, 2013 | |
| Document Fiscal Period Focus | Q3 | |
| Current Fiscal Year End Date | --02-01 | |
| Document Fiscal Year Focus | 2013 | |
| Amendment Flag | false | |
| Entity Registrant Name | Nordstrom Inc. | |
| Entity Central Index Key | 0000072333 | |
| Entity Filer Category | Large Accelerated Filer | |
| Entity Current Reporting Status | Yes | |
| Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding | 193,357,203 |
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If the value is true, then the document is an amendment to previously-filed/accepted document. No definition available.
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End date of current fiscal year in the format --MM-DD. No definition available.
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This is focus fiscal period of the document report. For a first quarter 2006 quarterly report, which may also provide financial information from prior periods, the first fiscal quarter should be given as the fiscal period focus. Values: FY, Q1, Q2, Q3, Q4, H1, H2, M9, T1, T2, T3, M8, CY. No definition available.
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This is focus fiscal year of the document report in CCYY format. For a 2006 annual report, which may also provide financial information from prior periods, fiscal 2006 should be given as the fiscal year focus. Example: 2006. No definition available.
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The end date of the period reflected on the cover page if a periodic report. For all other reports and registration statements containing historical data, it is the date up through which that historical data is presented. If there is no historical data in the report, use the filing date. The format of the date is CCYY-MM-DD. No definition available.
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The type of document being provided (such as 10-K, 10-Q, 485BPOS, etc). The document type is limited to the same value as the supporting SEC submission type, or the word "Other". No definition available.
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A unique 10-digit SEC-issued value to identify entities that have filed disclosures with the SEC. It is commonly abbreviated as CIK. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Indicate number of shares or other units outstanding of each of registrant's classes of capital or common stock or other ownership interests, if and as stated on cover of related periodic report. Where multiple classes or units exist define each class/interest by adding class of stock items such as Common Class A [Member], Common Class B [Member] or Partnership Interest [Member] onto the Instrument [Domain] of the Entity Listings, Instrument. No definition available.
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Indicate "Yes" or "No" whether registrants (1) have filed all reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that registrants were required to file such reports), and (2) have been subject to such filing requirements for the past 90 days. This information should be based on the registrant's current or most recent filing containing the related disclosure. No definition available.
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Indicate whether the registrant is one of the following: (1) Large Accelerated Filer, (2) Accelerated Filer, (3) Non-accelerated Filer, (4) Smaller Reporting Company (Non-accelerated) or (5) Smaller Reporting Accelerated Filer. Definitions of these categories are stated in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act. This information should be based on the registrant's current or most recent filing containing the related disclosure. No definition available.
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The exact name of the entity filing the report as specified in its charter, which is required by forms filed with the SEC. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Condensed Consolidated Statements Of Earnings (USD $)
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Oct. 27, 2012
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Oct. 27, 2012
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| Net sales | $ 2,791 | $ 2,713 | $ 8,552 | $ 8,166 |
| Credit card revenues | 93 | 92 | 277 | 270 |
| Total revenues | 2,884 | 2,805 | 8,829 | 8,436 |
| Cost of sales and related buying and occupancy costs | (1,791) | (1,730) | (5,468) | (5,193) |
| Selling, general and administrative expenses | (840) | (798) | (2,498) | (2,396) |
| Earnings before interest and income taxes | 253 | 277 | 863 | 847 |
| Interest expense, net | (35) | (38) | (111) | (118) |
| Earnings before income taxes | 218 | 239 | 752 | 729 |
| Income tax expense | (81) | (93) | (286) | (278) |
| Net earnings | $ 137 | $ 146 | $ 466 | $ 451 |
| Earnings per share: | ||||
| Basic (in dollars per share) | $ 0.70 | $ 0.73 | $ 2.39 | $ 2.21 |
| Diluted (in dollars per share) | $ 0.69 | $ 0.71 | $ 2.35 | $ 2.17 |
| Weighted-average shares outstanding: | ||||
| Basic (in shares) | 194.3 | 200.9 | 195.1 | 204.5 |
| Diluted (in shares) | 197.3 | 204.7 | 198.3 | 208.2 |
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The aggregate of cost of sales, buying and occupancy costs during the reporting period. Buying costs consist primarily of compensation and other costs incurred by our merchandise and product development groups. Occupancy costs include rent, depreciation, property taxes and facility operating costs of our retail, corporate center and distribution operations. No definition available.
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This element represents the income or loss from continuing operations attributable to the economic entity which may also be defined as revenue less expenses from ongoing operations, after income or loss from equity method investments, but before income taxes and extraordinary items. No definition available.
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This element represents the income or loss from continuing operations (before interest income and interest expense) attributable to the economic entity which may also be defined as revenue less expenses from ongoing operations, after income or loss from equity method investments, but before interest income, interest expense, income taxes and extraordinary items. No definition available.
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The amount of net income (loss) for the period per each share of common stock or unit outstanding during the reporting period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The amount of net income (loss) for the period available to each share of common stock or common unit outstanding during the reporting period and to each share or unit that would have been outstanding assuming the issuance of common shares or units for all dilutive potential common shares or units outstanding during the reporting period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Amount of current income tax expense (benefit) and deferred income tax expense (benefit) pertaining to continuing operations. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Interest and fee income from credit card balances due from individuals. Such loans are considered revolving credit arrangements. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Amount of the cost of borrowed funds accounted for as interest expense. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The portion of profit or loss for the period, net of income taxes, which is attributable to the parent. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Amount of revenue recognized from goods sold, services rendered, insurance premiums, or other activities that constitute an earning process. Includes, but is not limited to, investment and interest income before deduction of interest expense when recognized as a component of revenue, and sales and trading gain (loss). Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Total revenue from sale of goods and services rendered during the reporting period, in the normal course of business, reduced by sales returns and allowances, and sales discounts. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The aggregate total costs related to selling a firm's product and services, as well as all other general and administrative expenses. Direct selling expenses (for example, credit, warranty, and advertising) are expenses that can be directly linked to the sale of specific products. Indirect selling expenses are expenses that cannot be directly linked to the sale of specific products, for example telephone expenses, Internet, and postal charges. General and administrative expenses include salaries of non-sales personnel, rent, utilities, communication, etc. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The average number of shares or units issued and outstanding that are used in calculating diluted EPS or earnings per unit (EPU), determined based on the timing of issuance of shares or units in the period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Number of [basic] shares or units, after adjustment for contingently issuable shares or units and other shares or units not deemed outstanding, determined by relating the portion of time within a reporting period that common shares or units have been outstanding to the total time in that period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Condensed Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Earnings (USD $)
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| Net earnings | $ 137 | $ 146 | $ 466 | $ 451 |
| Postretirement plan adjustments, net of tax | 2 | 1 | 5 | 4 |
| Comprehensive net earnings | $ 139 | $ 147 | $ 471 | $ 455 |
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Amount after tax of increase (decrease) in equity from transactions and other events and circumstances from net income and other comprehensive income, attributable to parent entity. Excludes changes in equity resulting from investments by owners and distributions to owners. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The portion of profit or loss for the period, net of income taxes, which is attributable to the parent. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Amount after tax and reclassification adjustments, of (increase) decrease in accumulated other comprehensive (income) loss related to pension and other postretirement defined benefit plans. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Carrying value as of the balance sheet date of liabilities incurred (and for which invoices have typically been received) and payable to vendors for goods and services received that are used in an entity's business. Used to reflect the current portion of the liabilities (due within one year or within the normal operating cycle if longer). Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Accumulated change in equity from transactions and other events and circumstances from non-owner sources, net of tax effect, at period end. Excludes Net Income (Loss), and accumulated changes in equity from transactions resulting from investments by owners and distributions to owners. Includes foreign currency translation items, certain pension adjustments, unrealized gains and losses on certain investments in debt and equity securities, other than temporary impairment (OTTI) losses related to factors other than credit losses on available-for-sale and held-to-maturity debt securities that an entity does not intend to sell and it is not more likely than not that the entity will be required to sell before recovery of the amortized cost basis, as well as changes in the fair value of derivatives related to the effective portion of a designated cash flow hedge. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Sum of the carrying amounts as of the balance sheet date of all assets that are recognized. Assets are probable future economic benefits obtained or controlled by an entity as a result of past transactions or events. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Sum of the carrying amounts as of the balance sheet date of all assets that are expected to be realized in cash, sold, or consumed within one year (or the normal operating cycle, if longer). Assets are probable future economic benefits obtained or controlled by an entity as a result of past transactions or events. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Amount of currency on hand as well as demand deposits with banks or financial institutions. Includes other kinds of accounts that have the general characteristics of demand deposits. Also includes short-term, highly liquid investments that are both readily convertible to known amounts of cash and so near their maturity that they present insignificant risk of changes in value because of changes in interest rates. Excludes cash and cash equivalents within disposal group and discontinued operation. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Represents the caption on the face of the balance sheet to indicate that the entity has entered into (1) purchase or supply arrangements that will require expending a portion of its resources to meet the terms thereof, and (2) is exposed to potential losses or, less frequently, gains, arising from (a) possible claims against a company's resources due to future performance under contract terms, and (b) possible losses or likely gains from uncertainties that will ultimately be resolved when one or more future events that are deemed likely to occur do occur or fail to occur. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Aggregate par or stated value of issued nonredeemable common stock (or common stock redeemable solely at the option of the issuer). This item includes treasury stock repurchased by the entity. Note: elements for number of nonredeemable common shares, par value and other disclosure concepts are in another section within stockholders' equity. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Amount after allocation of valuation allowances of deferred tax asset attributable to deductible temporary differences and carryforwards expected to be realized or consumed within one year or operating cycle, if longer. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Total of the carrying values as of the balance sheet date of obligations incurred through that date and payable for obligations related to services received from employees, such as accrued salaries and bonuses, payroll taxes and fringe benefits. Used to reflect the current portion of the liabilities (due within one year or within the normal operating cycle if longer). Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Amount after accumulated impairment loss of an asset representing future economic benefits arising from other assets acquired in a business combination that are not individually identified and separately recognized. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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This item represents the deferred credit for an incentive or inducement received by a lessee from a lessor, in order to motivate the lessee to enter the lease agreement, which incentive or inducement is to be recognized as a reduction of rental expense over the lease term. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Amount after valuation and LIFO reserves of inventory expected to be sold, or consumed within one year or operating cycle, if longer. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Amount of liabilities and equity items, including the portion of equity attributable to noncontrolling interests, if any. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Total obligations incurred as part of normal operations that are expected to be paid during the following twelve months or within one business cycle, if longer. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Amount of long-term debt and capital lease obligation due after one year or beyond the normal operating cycle, if longer. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Amount of long-term debt and capital leases due within one year or the normal operating cycle, if longer. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Aggregate carrying amount, as of the balance sheet date, of noncurrent assets not separately disclosed in the balance sheet. Noncurrent assets are expected to be realized or consumed after one year (or the normal operating cycle, if longer). Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Aggregate carrying amount of current liabilities (due within one year or within the normal operating cycle if longer) not separately disclosed in the balance sheet. Includes costs that are statutory in nature, are incurred on contractual obligations, or accumulate over time and for which invoices have not yet been received or will not be rendered and of liabilities not separately disclosed. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Aggregate carrying amount, as of the balance sheet date, of noncurrent obligations not separately disclosed in the balance sheet. Noncurrent liabilities are expected to be paid after one year (or the normal operating cycle, if longer). Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Amount of asset related to consideration paid in advance for costs that provide economic benefits in future periods, and amount of other assets that are expected to be realized or consumed within one year or the normal operating cycle, if longer. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Amount after accumulated depreciation, depletion and amortization of physical assets used in the normal conduct of business to produce goods and services and not intended for resale. Examples include, but are not limited to, land, buildings, machinery and equipment, office equipment, and furniture and fixtures. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The total amount due to the entity within one year of the balance sheet date (or one operating cycle, if longer) from outside sources, including trade accounts receivable, notes and loans receivable, as well as any other types of receivables, net of allowances established for the purpose of reducing such receivables to an amount that approximates their net realizable value. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The cumulative amount of the reporting entity's undistributed earnings or deficit. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Total of all stockholders' equity (deficit) items, net of receivables from officers, directors, owners, and affiliates of the entity which are attributable to the parent. The amount of the economic entity's stockholders' equity attributable to the parent excludes the amount of stockholders' equity which is allocable to that ownership interest in subsidiary equity which is not attributable to the parent (noncontrolling interest, minority interest). This excludes temporary equity and is sometimes called permanent equity. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets (Parenthetical) (USD $)
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| Accumulated depreciation | $ 4,347 | $ 4,064 | $ 4,013 |
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| Common stock, no par value (in dollars per share) | $ 0 | $ 0 | $ 0 |
| Common stock, shares authorized | 1,000 | 1,000 | 1,000 |
| Common stock, shares issued | 193.2 | 197.0 | 200.7 |
| Common stock, shares outstanding | 193.2 | 197.0 | 200.7 |
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Amount of accumulated depreciation, depletion and amortization for physical assets used in the normal conduct of business to produce goods and services. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Face amount per share of no-par value common stock. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The maximum number of common shares permitted to be issued by an entity's charter and bylaws. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Total number of common shares of an entity that have been sold or granted to shareholders (includes common shares that were issued, repurchased and remain in the treasury). These shares represent capital invested by the firm's shareholders and owners, and may be all or only a portion of the number of shares authorized. Shares issued include shares outstanding and shares held in the treasury. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Number of shares of common stock outstanding. Common stock represent the ownership interest in a corporation. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Number of shares issued in connection with the amount of equity-based compensation recognized as expense during the period. No definition available.
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This element represents the amount of recognized equity-based compensation during the period, that is, the amount recognized as expense in the income statement (or as asset if compensation is capitalized). Alternate captions include the words "stock-based compensation". Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Number of shares of common stock outstanding. Common stock represent the ownership interest in a corporation. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Amount of paid and unpaid cash dividends declared for classes of stock, for example, but not limited to, common and preferred. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The portion of profit or loss for the period, net of income taxes, which is attributable to the parent. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Amount after tax and reclassification adjustments, of (increase) decrease in accumulated other comprehensive (income) loss related to pension and other postretirement defined benefit plans. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Total of all stockholders' equity (deficit) items, net of receivables from officers, directors, owners, and affiliates of the entity which are attributable to the parent. The amount of the economic entity's stockholders' equity attributable to the parent excludes the amount of stockholders' equity which is allocable to that ownership interest in subsidiary equity which is not attributable to the parent (noncontrolling interest, minority interest). This excludes temporary equity and is sometimes called permanent equity. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Number of shares (or other type of equity) issued during the period as a result of any equity-based compensation plan other than an employee stock ownership plan (ESOP), net of any shares forfeited. Shares issued could result from the issuance of restricted stock, the exercise of stock options, stock issued under employee stock purchase plans, and/or other employee benefit plans. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Value of stock (or other type of equity) issued during the period as a result of any equity-based compensation plan other than an employee stock ownership plan (ESOP), net of stock value of such awards forfeited. Stock issued could result from the issuance of restricted stock, the exercise of stock options, stock issued under employee stock purchase plans, and/or other employee benefit plans. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Number of shares that have been repurchased during the period and have not been retired and are not held in treasury. Some state laws may govern the circumstances under which an entity may acquire its own stock and prescribe the accounting treatment therefore. This element is used when state law does not recognize treasury stock. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Equity impact of the value of stock that has been repurchased during the period and has not been retired and is not held in treasury. Some state laws may mandate the circumstances under which an entity may acquire its own stock and prescribe the accounting treatment therefore. This element is used when state law does not recognize treasury stock. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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| Dividends (in dollars per share) | $ 0.90 | $ 0.81 |
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Aggregate dividends paid during the period for each share of common stock outstanding. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The amount of recurring noncash expense charged against earnings during the period for amortization, primarily of deferred property incentives (deferred credits received as an inducement or incentive for entering into a lease or real estate agreement), and also for amortization of deferred bond offering costs and other items. No definition available.
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The net change during the reporting period, excluding the portion taken into income, in Deferred Property Incentives (deferred credits received as an inducement or incentive for entering into a lease or real estate agreement). No definition available.
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Amount of currency on hand as well as demand deposits with banks or financial institutions. Includes other kinds of accounts that have the general characteristics of demand deposits. Also includes short-term, highly liquid investments that are both readily convertible to known amounts of cash and so near their maturity that they present insignificant risk of changes in value because of changes in interest rates. Excludes cash and cash equivalents within disposal group and discontinued operation. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Amount of increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents. Cash and cash equivalents are the amount of currency on hand as well as demand deposits with banks or financial institutions. Includes other kinds of accounts that have the general characteristics of demand deposits. Also includes short-term, highly liquid investments that are both readily convertible to known amounts of cash and so near their maturity that they present insignificant risk of changes in value because of changes in interest rates. Includes effect from exchange rate changes. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Amount of deferred income tax expense (benefit) pertaining to income (loss) from continuing operations. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Amount of deferred tax expense from write-off of the deferred tax asset related to deductible stock options at exercise. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The aggregate expense recognized in the current period that allocates the cost of tangible assets, intangible assets, or depleting assets to periods that benefit from use of the assets. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Amount of cash inflow from realized tax benefit related to deductible compensation cost reported on the entity's tax return for equity instruments in excess of the compensation cost for those instruments recognized for financial reporting purposes. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The total cash inflow associated with the amount received from holders to acquire the entity's shares under incentive and share awards, including stock option exercises. This item inherently excludes any excess tax benefit, which the entity may have realized and reported separately. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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| Basis Of Presentation | BASIS OF PRESENTATION The accompanying condensed consolidated financial statements include the balances of Nordstrom, Inc. and its subsidiaries. All intercompany transactions and balances are eliminated in consolidation. The interim condensed consolidated financial statements have been prepared on a basis consistent in all material respects with the accounting policies described and applied in our 2012 Annual Report on Form 10-K ("Annual Report"), and reflect all adjustments of a normal recurring nature that are, in management's opinion, necessary for the fair presentation of the results of operations, financial position and cash flows for the periods presented. The condensed consolidated financial statements as of and for the periods ended November 2, 2013 and October 27, 2012 are unaudited. The condensed consolidated balance sheet as of February 2, 2013 has been derived from the audited consolidated financial statements included in our 2012 Annual Report. The interim condensed consolidated financial statements should be read together with the consolidated financial statements and related footnote disclosures contained in our 2012 Annual Report. The preparation of our financial statements requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets, liabilities, revenues and expenses, and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities. We base our estimates on historical experience and other assumptions that we believe to be reasonable under the circumstances. Actual results may differ from these estimates and assumptions. Our business, like that of other retailers, is subject to seasonal fluctuations. Due to our Anniversary Sale in July, the holidays in December and the half-yearly sales that normally occur in our second and fourth quarters, our sales are typically higher in the second and fourth quarters of the fiscal year than in the first and third quarters. In 2013, our Anniversary Sale took place in the second quarter, while in 2012 it occurred during both the second and third quarters. This will impact comparisons of performance to the prior year. Results for any quarter are not necessarily indicative of the results that may be achieved for a full fiscal year. Reclassification Prior to 2013, we presented bad debt expense associated with finance charges and fees as a part of selling, general and administrative expenses. Beginning in the first quarter of 2013, we reclassified these amounts and now present them as a reduction of credit card revenue. Historical results were also reclassified to match the current period presentation. These reclassifications did not impact net earnings, earnings per share, financial position or cash flows. See Note 9: Segment Reporting for additional changes in the way we view and measure our business and segment performance. None of these changes impact our condensed consolidated financial statements. |
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The entire disclosure for the basis of presentation and significant accounting policies concepts. Basis of presentation describes the underlying basis used to prepare the financial statements (for example, US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, Other Comprehensive Basis of Accounting, IFRS). Accounting policies describe all significant accounting policies of the reporting entity. No definition available.
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| Accounts Receivable | ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE The components of accounts receivable are as follows:
1Other accounts receivable consist primarily of third party credit and debit card receivables. Activity in the allowance for credit losses is as follows:
The allowance for credit losses reflects our best estimate of the losses inherent in our receivables as of the balance sheet date, including uncollectible finance charges and fees. For purposes of determining impairment and recording the associated allowance for credit losses, we evaluate our credit card receivables on a collective basis as they are composed of large groups of smaller-balance homogeneous loans and, therefore, are not individually evaluated for impairment. We record estimated uncollectible principal balances to the bad debt provision while estimated uncollectible finance charges and fees result in a reduction of credit card revenue. Under certain circumstances, we may make modifications to payment terms for a customer experiencing financial difficulties in an effort to help the customer avoid a charge-off or bankruptcy, and to maximize our recovery of the outstanding balance. These modifications, which meet the accounting definition of troubled debt restructurings ("TDRs"), include reduced or waived fees and finance charges, and/or reduced minimum payments. Receivables classified as TDRs are as follows:
Credit Quality The primary indicators of the credit quality of our credit card receivables are aging and delinquency, particularly the levels of account balances delinquent 30 days or more as these are the accounts most likely to be written off. The following table illustrates the aging and delinquency status of our credit card receivables:
We also evaluate credit quality using FICO credit scores. The following table illustrates the distribution of our credit card receivables across FICO score ranges:
1Credit scores for our credit cardholders are updated at least every 60 days for active accounts and every 90 days for inactive accounts. Amounts listed in the table reflect the most recently obtained credit scores as of the dates indicated. 2Other consists of amounts not yet posted to customers' accounts and receivables from customers for whom FICO scores are temporarily unavailable. |
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| Debt And Credit Facilities | DEBT AND CREDIT FACILITIES Debt A summary of our long-term debt is as follows:
Credit Facilities As of November 2, 2013, we had total short-term borrowing capacity available for general corporate purposes of $800. In March 2013, we terminated both our $600 unsecured revolving credit facility that was scheduled to expire in June 2016, and our $200 2007-A Variable Funding Note that was scheduled to expire in January 2014. We replaced these with a new five-year $800 senior unsecured revolving credit facility ("revolver") that expires in March 2018. Under the terms of our new revolver, we pay a variable rate of interest and a commitment fee based on our debt rating. The new revolver is available for working capital, capital expenditures and general corporate purposes and backs our commercial paper program. During the nine months ended November 2, 2013, we had no issuances under our commercial paper program and no borrowings under our new revolver or the $600 credit facility prior to termination. The new revolver requires that we maintain an adjusted debt to Earnings before Interest, Income Taxes, Depreciation, Amortization and Rent ("EBITDAR") leverage ratio of less than four times. As of November 2, 2013, we were in compliance with this covenant. Subsequent to the quarter ended November 2, 2013, our wholly owned subsidiary in Puerto Rico entered into a $52 unsecured borrowing facility to support our expansion into that market. The facility expires in November 2018. Also in March 2013, our wholly owned subsidiary Nordstrom fsb terminated its $100 variable funding facility. We had no borrowings under this facility prior to termination. |
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| Fair Value Measurements | FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS We disclose our financial assets and liabilities that are measured at fair value in our condensed consolidated balance sheets by level within the fair value hierarchy as defined by applicable accounting standards: Level 1: Quoted market prices in active markets for identical assets or liabilities Level 2: Other observable market-based inputs or unobservable inputs that are corroborated by market data Level 3: Unobservable inputs that cannot be corroborated by market data that reflect the reporting entity's own assumptions We did not have any financial assets or liabilities that were measured at fair value on a recurring basis as of November 2, 2013, February 2, 2013 or October 27, 2012. Financial instruments not measured at fair value on a recurring basis include cash and cash equivalents, accounts receivable and accounts payable and approximate fair value due to their short-term nature. We estimate the fair value of our long-term debt using quoted market prices of the same or similar issues, and as such this is considered a Level 2 fair value measurement. The following table summarizes the carrying value and fair value estimate of our long-term debt, including current maturities:
1The carrying value of long-term debt includes the remaining unamortized adjustment from our previous effective fair value hedge. We also measure certain non-financial assets at fair value on a nonrecurring basis, primarily goodwill and long-lived tangible and intangible assets, in connection with periodic evaluations for potential impairment. We recorded no impairment charges for these assets for the nine months ended November 2, 2013 and October 27, 2012. We estimate the fair value of goodwill and long-lived tangible and intangible assets using primarily unobservable inputs, and as such these are considered Level 3 fair value measurements. |
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The entire disclosure for the fair value of financial instruments (as defined), including financial assets and financial liabilities (collectively, as defined), and the measurements of those instruments as well as disclosures related to the fair value of non-financial assets and liabilities. Such disclosures about the financial instruments, assets, and liabilities would include: (1) the fair value of the required items together with their carrying amounts (as appropriate); (2) for items for which it is not practicable to estimate fair value, disclosure would include: (a) information pertinent to estimating fair value (including, carrying amount, effective interest rate, and maturity, and (b) the reasons why it is not practicable to estimate fair value; (3) significant concentrations of credit risk including: (a) information about the activity, region, or economic characteristics identifying a concentration, (b) the maximum amount of loss the entity is exposed to based on the gross fair value of the related item, (c) policy for requiring collateral or other security and information as to accessing such collateral or security, and (d) the nature and brief description of such collateral or security; (4) quantitative information about market risks and how such risks are managed; (5) for items measured on both a recurring and nonrecurring basis information regarding the inputs used to develop the fair value measurement; and (6) for items presented in the financial statement for which fair value measurement is elected: (a) information necessary to understand the reasons for the election, (b) discussion of the effect of fair value changes on earnings, (c) a description of [similar groups] items for which the election is made and the relation thereof to the balance sheet, the aggregate carrying value of items included in the balance sheet that are not eligible for the election; (7) all other required (as defined) and desired information. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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| Commitments and Contingent Liabilities | COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENT LIABILITIES As of November 2, 2013, we had approximately $100 of fee interest in our Manhattan full-line store subject to lien. We have committed to make future installment payments based on the developer of the property meeting construction and development milestones. Our fee interest in the property is subject to lien until project completion or fulfillment of our existing installment payment commitment. |
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| Shareholders' Equity | SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY In February 2012, our Board of Directors authorized a program to repurchase up to $800 of our outstanding common stock, through February 1, 2014. In February 2013, our Board of Directors authorized a new program to repurchase up to $800 of our outstanding common stock, through March 1, 2015, in addition to the remaining amount available for repurchase under our February 2012 authorization. During the nine months ended November 2, 2013, we repurchased 6.6 shares of our common stock for an aggregate purchase price of $369 and had $824 in remaining share repurchase capacity. The actual number and timing of future share repurchases, if any, will be subject to market and economic conditions and applicable Securities and Exchange Commission rules. |
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| Stock-Based Compensation | STOCK-BASED COMPENSATION The following table summarizes our stock-based compensation expense:
During the nine months ended November 2, 2013 and October 27, 2012, we granted 3.7 and 2.9 options with estimated weighted-average grant-date fair values per option of $14 and $15. |
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| Segment Reporting | SEGMENT REPORTING As discussed in Note 1: Basis of Presentation, beginning in the first quarter of 2013, we reclassified amounts in our financial statements to better reflect the way we view and measure our business. As we continue to execute our long-term growth strategy and make investments across operating segments, aligning expenses with the associated benefits enhances our ability to evaluate segment performance. Historical results were also reclassified to match the current period presentation. These reclassifications did not impact net earnings, earnings per share, financial position or cash flows. We previously recorded all of our Nordstrom Rewards loyalty program expenses in our Credit segment. We now allocate all of our Nordstrom Rewards expenses to the Retail segment, including the face value of Nordstrom Notes, which customers earn based on their level of spending and which can be redeemed for goods or services. Consistent with our previous segment reporting, our Retail segment net sales include sales from the redemption of Nordstrom Notes. In order to present the consolidated financial results in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, our Corporate/Other column includes the elimination of net sales when customers used Nordstrom Notes and also includes an adjustment to reduce the Nordstrom Notes expense from face value to their estimated cost. In addition, certain technology expenses we previously included in Corporate/Other are now allocated to the Retail and Credit segments. In our Credit segment, we previously presented bad debt expense associated with finance charges and fees as part of selling, general and administrative expenses. We reclassified these amounts and now present them as a reduction of credit card revenue. There was no impact to Credit earnings before income taxes for this reclassification. The following tables set forth information for our reportable segments:
1Total Retail Business is not a reportable segment, but represents a subtotal of the Retail segment and Corporate/Other, and is consistent with our presentation in Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations. The following table summarizes net sales within our reportable segments:
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| Summary Of Long-Term Debt | A summary of our long-term debt is as follows:
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| Summary Of Carrying Value And Fair Value Estimate Of Long-term Debt | The following table summarizes the carrying value and fair value estimate of our long-term debt, including current maturities:
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| Summary Of Stock-Based Compensation Expense | The following table summarizes our stock-based compensation expense:
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Earnings Per Share (Tables)
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| Computation Of Earnings Per Share | The computation of earnings per share is as follows:
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| Schedule Of Information By Reportable Segments | The following tables set forth information for our reportable segments:
1Total Retail Business is not a reportable segment, but represents a subtotal of the Retail segment and Corporate/Other, and is consistent with our presentation in Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations. |
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| Schedule Of Net Sales By Channel | The following table summarizes net sales within our reportable segments:
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Tabular disclosure of the profit or loss and total assets for each reportable segment. An entity discloses certain information on each reportable segment if the amounts (a) are included in the measure of segment profit or loss reviewed by the chief operating decision maker or (b) are otherwise regularly provided to the chief operating decision maker, even if not included in that measure of segment profit or loss. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Accounts Receivable (Components Of Accounts Receivable) (Details) (USD $)
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| Credit card receivables | $ 2,148 | $ 2,142 | $ 2,092 | ||||||||
| Allowance for credit losses | (85) | (85) | (85) | (95) | (105) | (115) | |||||
| Credit card receivables, net | 2,063 | 2,057 | 1,997 | ||||||||
| Other accounts receivable | 83 | [1] | 72 | [1] | 91 | [1] | |||||
| Accounts receivable, net | 2,146 | 2,129 | 2,088 | ||||||||
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Amounts due from customers or clients, within one year of the balance sheet date (or the normal operating cycle, whichever is longer) for goods or services (including trade receivables) that have been delivered or sold in the normal course of business. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Amount due from customers or clients, within one year of the balance sheet date (or the normal operating cycle, whichever is longer), for goods or services (including trade receivables) that have been delivered or sold in the normal course of business, reduced to the estimated net realizable fair value by an allowance established by the entity of the amount it deems uncertain of collection. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Accounts Receivable (Activity In The Allowance For Credit Losses) (Details) (USD $)
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| Allowance at beginning of period | $ 85 | $ 105 | $ 85 | $ 115 |
| Bad debt provision | 14 | 7 | 44 | 38 |
| Write-offs | (19) | (22) | (61) | (76) |
| Recoveries | 5 | 5 | 17 | 18 |
| Allowance at end of period | $ 85 | $ 95 | $ 85 | $ 95 |
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| Credit card receivables classified as TDRs | $ 40 | $ 53 | $ 54 |
| Percent of total credit card receivables classified as TDRs | 1.90% | 2.50% | 2.60% |
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Nov. 02, 2013
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| Credit card receivables | $ 2,148 | $ 2,142 | $ 2,092 | $ 329 | [1] | $ 310 | [1] | $ 335 | [1] | $ 1,355 | [1] | $ 1,366 | [1] | $ 1,326 | [1] | $ 368 | [1] | $ 379 | [1] | $ 359 | [1] | $ 96 | [1],[2] | $ 87 | [1],[2] | $ 72 | [1],[2] | ||||||
| Credit card receivables, % of total | 100.00% | 100.00% | 100.00% | 15.30% | [1] | 14.50% | [1] | 16.00% | [1] | 63.10% | [1] | 63.80% | [1] | 63.40% | [1] | 17.10% | [1] | 17.70% | [1] | 17.10% | [1] | 4.50% | [1],[2] | 4.00% | [1],[2] | 3.50% | [1],[2] | ||||||
| Credit scores updated | 60 days | 90 days | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Credit Card Receivables As A Percent Of Total No definition available.
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The frequency that the Company updates credit scores for cardholders No definition available.
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Amounts due from customers or clients, within one year of the balance sheet date (or the normal operating cycle, whichever is longer) for goods or services (including trade receivables) that have been delivered or sold in the normal course of business. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Accounts Receivable (Narrative) (Details) (Minimum [Member])
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9 Months Ended |
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Nov. 02, 2013
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Minimum [Member]
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| Accounts, Notes, Loans and Financing Receivable [Line Items] | |
| Days delinquent, accounts most likely to be written off | 30 days |
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Accounts delinquent 30 days or more are a primary indicator of the credit quality of our credit card receivables, along with aging, as these are the accounts most likely to be written off. No definition available.
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Debt And Credit Facilities (Summary Of Long-Term Debt) (Details) (USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified |
9 Months Ended | 12 Months Ended | |
|---|---|---|---|
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Nov. 02, 2013
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Oct. 27, 2012
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Feb. 02, 2013
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| Debt Instrument [Line Items] | |||
| Total secured debt | $ 377 | $ 383 | $ 382 |
| Total unsecured debt | 2,741 | 2,752 | 2,749 |
| Total long-term debt | 3,118 | 3,135 | 3,131 |
| Less: current portion | (407) | (6) | (7) |
| Total due beyond one year | 2,711 | 3,129 | 3,124 |
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Series 2011-1 Class A Notes, 2.28%, due October 2016 [Member]
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| Debt Instrument [Line Items] | |||
| Total secured debt | 325 | 325 | 325 |
| Debt instrument interest rate | 2.28% | 2.28% | 2.28% |
| Maturity date | October 2016 | October 2016 | October 2016 |
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Mortgage Payable, 7.68%, due April 2020 [Member]
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| Debt Instrument [Line Items] | |||
| Total secured debt | 43 | 48 | 47 |
| Debt instrument interest rate | 7.68% | 7.68% | 7.68% |
| Maturity date | April 2020 | April 2020 | April 2020 |
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Other [Member]
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| Debt Instrument [Line Items] | |||
| Total secured debt | 9 | 10 | 10 |
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Senior Notes, 6.75%, due June 2014, net of unamortized discount [Member]
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| Debt Instrument [Line Items] | |||
| Total unsecured debt | 400 | 400 | 400 |
| Debt instrument interest rate | 6.75% | 6.75% | 6.75% |
| Maturity date | June 2014 | June 2014 | June 2014 |
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Senior Notes, 6.25%, due January 2018, net of unamortized discount [Member]
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| Debt Instrument [Line Items] | |||
| Total unsecured debt | 648 | 648 | 648 |
| Debt instrument interest rate | 6.25% | 6.25% | 6.25% |
| Maturity date | January 2018 | January 2018 | January 2018 |
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Senior Notes, 4.75%, due May 2020, net of unamortized discount [Member]
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| Debt Instrument [Line Items] | |||
| Total unsecured debt | 499 | 498 | 498 |
| Debt instrument interest rate | 4.75% | 4.75% | 4.75% |
| Maturity date | May 2020 | May 2020 | May 2020 |
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Senior Notes, 4.00%, due October 2021, net of unamortized discount [Member]
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| Debt Instrument [Line Items] | |||
| Total unsecured debt | 499 | 499 | 499 |
| Debt instrument interest rate | 4.00% | 4.00% | 4.00% |
| Maturity date | October 2021 | October 2021 | October 2021 |
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Senior Debentures, 6.95%, due March 2028, net of unamortized discount [Member]
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| Debt Instrument [Line Items] | |||
| Total unsecured debt | 300 | 300 | 300 |
| Debt instrument interest rate | 6.95% | 6.95% | 6.95% |
| Maturity date | March 2028 | March 2028 | March 2028 |
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Senior Notes, 7.00%, due January 2038, net of unamortized discount [Member]
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| Debt Instrument [Line Items] | |||
| Total unsecured debt | 344 | 344 | 344 |
| Debt instrument interest rate | 7.00% | 7.00% | 7.00% |
| Maturity date | January 2038 | January 2038 | January 2038 |
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Unamortized fair value hedge [Member]
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| Debt Instrument [Line Items] | |||
| Total unsecured debt | $ 51 | $ 63 | $ 60 |
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Carrying amount of long-term debt, net of unamortized discount or premium, including current and noncurrent amounts. Includes, but not limited to, notes payable, bonds payable, debentures, mortgage loans and commercial paper. Includes capital lease obligations. No definition available.
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Contractual interest rate for funds borrowed, under the debt agreement. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Description of the maturity date of the debt instrument including whether the debt matures serially and, if so, a brief description of the serial maturities. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Amount of long-term debt and capital lease obligation due after one year or beyond the normal operating cycle, if longer. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Amount of long-term debt and capital leases due within one year or the normal operating cycle, if longer. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
Carrying value as of the balance sheet date, including the current and noncurrent portions, of collateralized debt obligations (with maturities initially due after one year or beyond the operating cycle, if longer). Such obligations include mortgage loans, chattel loans, and any other borrowings secured by assets of the borrower. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Including the current and noncurrent portions, carrying value as of the balance sheet date of uncollateralized debt obligations (with maturities initially due after one year or beyond the operating cycle if longer). Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Debt And Credit Facilities (Narrative) (Details) (USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified |
9 Months Ended | 2 Months Ended | 1 Months Ended | ||||
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Nov. 02, 2013
Short-Term Borrowings [Member]
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Nov. 02, 2013
Unsecured Revolving Credit Facility [Member]
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Nov. 02, 2013
Commercial Paper [Member]
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Apr. 06, 2013
Terminated Credit Facility [Member]
Unsecured Revolving Credit Facility [Member]
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Apr. 06, 2013
Terminated Credit Facility [Member]
Series2007 Variable Funding Note Facility [Member]
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Apr. 06, 2013
Terminated Credit Facility [Member]
Nordstrom Federal Savings Bank Variable Funding Facility [Member]
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Dec. 02, 2013
Subsequent Event [Member]
Unsecured Credit Facility [Member]
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| Debt Instrument [Line Items] | |||||||
| Total short-term borrowing capacity | $ 800 | ||||||
| Borrowing capacity of terminated facility | 600 | 200 | 100 | ||||
| Maturity date | March 2018 | June 2016 | January 2014 | November 2018 | |||
| Current borrowing capacity | 800 | 52 | |||||
| Issuances or borrowings during period | $ 0 | $ 0 | $ 0 | $ 0 | |||
| Debt covenant leverage ratio | 4 | ||||||
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Debt Instrument, Debt Covenant Leverage Ratio No definition available.
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Amount issued or borrowed under the credit facility during the period. No definition available.
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Amount that could have been borrowed under the terminated credit facility. No definition available.
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Amount of borrowing capacity under short-term financing arrangements that is available to the entity as of the balance sheet date. No definition available.
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Description of the maturity date of the debt instrument including whether the debt matures serially and, if so, a brief description of the serial maturities. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
Amount of current borrowing capacity under the credit facility considering any current restrictions on the amount that could be borrowed (for example, borrowings may be limited by the amount of current assets), but without considering any amounts currently outstanding under the facility. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Fair Value Measurements (Estimate Of The Fair Value Of Long-term Debt) (Details) (USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified |
Nov. 02, 2013
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Feb. 02, 2013
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Oct. 27, 2012
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| Fair Value Measurements, Long-term Debt [Line Items] | ||||||||
| Carrying value of long-term debt | $ 3,118 | [1] | $ 3,131 | [1] | $ 3,135 | [1] | ||
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Level 2 [Member]
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| Fair Value Measurements, Long-term Debt [Line Items] | ||||||||
| Fair value of long-term debt | $ 3,463 | $ 3,665 | $ 3,746 | |||||
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Amount of long-term debt before deduction of unamortized discount or premium. Includes, but is not limited to, notes payable, bonds payable, commercial loans, mortgage loans, convertible debt, subordinated debt and other types of debt, with initial maturities beyond one year or the normal operating cycle, if longer. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Fair value portion of debt instrument payable, including, but not limited to, notes payable and loans payable. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Fair Value Measurements (Narrative) (Details) (Fair Value, Measurements, Nonrecurring [Member], USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified |
9 Months Ended | |
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Nov. 02, 2013
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Oct. 27, 2012
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Fair Value, Measurements, Nonrecurring [Member]
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| Fair Value, Measurements, Nonrecurring [Line Items] | ||
| Impairment charges | $ 0 | $ 0 |
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- Definition
Amount of write-down of assets recognized in the income statement. Includes, but is not limited to, losses from tangible assets, intangible assets and goodwill. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Commitments and Contingent Liabilities (Narrative) (Details) (Manhattan full-line store [Member], USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified |
Nov. 02, 2013
|
|---|---|
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Manhattan full-line store [Member]
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| Property Assets Subject to Lien [Line Items] | |
| Amount of property assets subject to lien | $ 100 |
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Amount of property assets subject to lien until project completion or fulfillment of our existing installment payment commitment. No definition available.
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Shareholders' Equity (Details) (USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified |
9 Months Ended | 21 Months Ended | 9 Months Ended | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Nov. 02, 2013
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Oct. 27, 2012
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Nov. 02, 2013
2012 Program [Member]
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Nov. 02, 2013
2013 Program [Member]
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| Share Repurchase Program [Line Items] | ||||
| Share repurchase authorization | $ 800 | $ 800 | ||
| Shares repurchased (in shares) | 6.6 | |||
| Repurchase of common stock, amount | 369 | 499 | ||
| Remaining share repurchase capacity | $ 824 | |||
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Number of shares that have been repurchased during the period and have not been retired and are not held in treasury. Some state laws may govern the circumstances under which an entity may acquire its own stock and prescribe the accounting treatment therefore. This element is used when state law does not recognize treasury stock. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Equity impact of the value of stock that has been repurchased during the period and has not been retired and is not held in treasury. Some state laws may mandate the circumstances under which an entity may acquire its own stock and prescribe the accounting treatment therefore. This element is used when state law does not recognize treasury stock. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Amount of a stock repurchase plan authorized by an entity's Board of Directors. No definition available.
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- Definition
Amount remaining of a stock repurchase plan authorized by an entity's Board of Directors. No definition available.
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The amount of expense, net of income tax, recognized during the period arising from equity-based compensation arrangements (for example, shares of stock, unit, stock options or other equity instruments) with employees, directors and certain consultants qualifying for treatment as employees. No definition available.
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- Definition
The total recognized tax benefit related to compensation cost for equity-based payment arrangements recognized in income during the period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The aggregate amount of noncash, equity-based employee remuneration. This may include the value of stock or unit options, amortization of restricted stock or units, and adjustment for officers' compensation. As noncash, this element is an add back when calculating net cash generated by operating activities using the indirect method. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Stock-Based Compensation (Narrative) (Details) (USD $)
In Millions, except Per Share data, unless otherwise specified |
9 Months Ended | |
|---|---|---|
|
Nov. 02, 2013
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Oct. 27, 2012
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| Share-based Compensation [Abstract] | ||
| Options granted (in shares) | 3.7 | 2.9 |
| Estimated weighted-average grant-date fair value per option granted (in dollars per share) | $ 14 | $ 15 |
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Net number of share options (or share units) granted during the period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The weighted average grant-date fair value of options granted during the reporting period as calculated by applying the disclosed option pricing methodology. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Earnings Per Share (Details) (USD $)
In Millions, except Per Share data, unless otherwise specified |
3 Months Ended | 9 Months Ended | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Nov. 02, 2013
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Oct. 27, 2012
|
Nov. 02, 2013
|
Oct. 27, 2012
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| Earnings Per Share [Abstract] | ||||
| Net earnings | $ 137 | $ 146 | $ 466 | $ 451 |
| Basic shares (in shares) | 194.3 | 200.9 | 195.1 | 204.5 |
| Dilutive effect of stock options and other (in shares) | 3.0 | 3.8 | 3.2 | 3.7 |
| Diluted shares (in shares) | 197.3 | 204.7 | 198.3 | 208.2 |
| Earnings per basic share (in dollars per share) | $ 0.70 | $ 0.73 | $ 2.39 | $ 2.21 |
| Earnings per diluted share (in dollars per share) | $ 0.69 | $ 0.71 | $ 2.35 | $ 2.17 |
| Anti-dilutive stock options and other (in shares) | 4.5 | 2.4 | 4.6 | 4.8 |
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Securities (including those issuable pursuant to contingent stock agreements) that could potentially dilute basic earnings per share (EPS) or earnings per unit (EPU) in the future that were not included in the computation of diluted EPS or EPU because to do so would increase EPS or EPU amounts or decrease loss per share or unit amounts for the period presented. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The amount of net income (loss) for the period per each share of common stock or unit outstanding during the reporting period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
The amount of net income (loss) for the period available to each share of common stock or common unit outstanding during the reporting period and to each share or unit that would have been outstanding assuming the issuance of common shares or units for all dilutive potential common shares or units outstanding during the reporting period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Additional shares included in the calculation of diluted EPS as a result of the potentially dilutive effect of share based payment arrangements using the treasury stock method. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The portion of profit or loss for the period, net of income taxes, which is attributable to the parent. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
The average number of shares or units issued and outstanding that are used in calculating diluted EPS or earnings per unit (EPU), determined based on the timing of issuance of shares or units in the period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Number of [basic] shares or units, after adjustment for contingently issuable shares or units and other shares or units not deemed outstanding, determined by relating the portion of time within a reporting period that common shares or units have been outstanding to the total time in that period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Segment Reporting (Schedule Of Information By Reportable Segments) (Details) (USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified |
3 Months Ended | 9 Months Ended | ||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Nov. 02, 2013
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Oct. 27, 2012
|
Nov. 02, 2013
|
Oct. 27, 2012
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| Segment Reporting Information [Line Items] | ||||||||||
| Net sales | $ 2,791 | $ 2,713 | $ 8,552 | $ 8,166 | ||||||
| Credit card revenues | 93 | 92 | 277 | 270 | ||||||
| Earnings (loss) before interest and income taxes | 253 | 277 | 863 | 847 | ||||||
| Interest expense, net | (35) | (38) | (111) | (118) | ||||||
| Earnings (loss) before income taxes | 218 | 239 | 752 | 729 | ||||||
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Retail [Member]
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| Segment Reporting Information [Line Items] | ||||||||||
| Net sales | 2,749 | 2,657 | 8,707 | 8,296 | ||||||
| Credit card revenues | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||||||
| Earnings (loss) before interest and income taxes | 274 | 257 | 949 | 923 | ||||||
| Interest expense, net | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||||||
| Earnings (loss) before income taxes | 274 | 257 | 949 | 923 | ||||||
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Corporate/Other [Member]
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| Segment Reporting Information [Line Items] | ||||||||||
| Net sales | 42 | 56 | (155) | (130) | ||||||
| Credit card revenues | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||||||
| Earnings (loss) before interest and income taxes | (66) | (31) | (215) | (202) | ||||||
| Interest expense, net | (29) | (32) | (93) | (99) | ||||||
| Earnings (loss) before income taxes | (95) | (63) | (308) | (301) | ||||||
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Total Retail Business [Member]
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| Segment Reporting Information [Line Items] | ||||||||||
| Net sales | 2,791 | [1] | 2,713 | [1] | 8,552 | [1] | 8,166 | [1] | ||
| Credit card revenues | 0 | [1] | 0 | [1] | 0 | [1] | 0 | [1] | ||
| Earnings (loss) before interest and income taxes | 208 | [1] | 226 | [1] | 734 | [1] | 721 | [1] | ||
| Interest expense, net | (29) | [1] | (32) | [1] | (93) | [1] | (99) | [1] | ||
| Earnings (loss) before income taxes | 179 | [1] | 194 | [1] | 641 | [1] | 622 | [1] | ||
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Credit [Member]
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| Segment Reporting Information [Line Items] | ||||||||||
| Net sales | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||||||
| Credit card revenues | 93 | 92 | 277 | 270 | ||||||
| Earnings (loss) before interest and income taxes | 45 | 51 | 129 | 126 | ||||||
| Interest expense, net | (6) | (6) | (18) | (19) | ||||||
| Earnings (loss) before income taxes | $ 39 | $ 45 | $ 111 | $ 107 | ||||||
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This element represents the income or loss from continuing operations attributable to the economic entity which may also be defined as revenue less expenses from ongoing operations, after income or loss from equity method investments, but before income taxes and extraordinary items. No definition available.
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This element represents the income or loss from continuing operations (before interest income and interest expense) attributable to the economic entity which may also be defined as revenue less expenses from ongoing operations, after income or loss from equity method investments, but before interest income, interest expense, income taxes and extraordinary items. No definition available.
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Interest and fee income from credit card balances due from individuals. Such loans are considered revolving credit arrangements. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
Amount of the cost of borrowed funds accounted for as interest expense. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
Total revenue from sale of goods and services rendered during the reporting period, in the normal course of business, reduced by sales returns and allowances, and sales discounts. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Segment Reporting (Schedule Of Net Sales By Channel) (Details) (USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified |
3 Months Ended | 9 Months Ended | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Nov. 02, 2013
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Oct. 27, 2012
|
Nov. 02, 2013
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Oct. 27, 2012
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| Segment Reporting Information [Line Items] | ||||
| Net sales | $ 2,791 | $ 2,713 | $ 8,552 | $ 8,166 |
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Total Retail segment [Member]
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| Segment Reporting Information [Line Items] | ||||
| Net sales | 2,749 | 2,657 | 8,707 | 8,296 |
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Nordstrom [Member]
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| Segment Reporting Information [Line Items] | ||||
| Net sales | 1,962 | 1,978 | 6,503 | 6,359 |
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Nordstrom full-line stores [Member]
|
||||
| Segment Reporting Information [Line Items] | ||||
| Net sales | 1,657 | 1,730 | 5,472 | 5,560 |
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Direct [Member]
|
||||
| Segment Reporting Information [Line Items] | ||||
| Net sales | 305 | 248 | 1,031 | 799 |
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Nordstrom Rack [Member]
|
||||
| Segment Reporting Information [Line Items] | ||||
| Net sales | 709 | 613 | 1,970 | 1,747 |
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HauteLook and Jeffrey [Member]
|
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| Segment Reporting Information [Line Items] | ||||
| Net sales | 78 | 66 | 234 | 190 |
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Corporate/Other [Member]
|
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| Segment Reporting Information [Line Items] | ||||
| Net sales | $ 42 | $ 56 | $ (155) | $ (130) |
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Total revenue from sale of goods and services rendered during the reporting period, in the normal course of business, reduced by sales returns and allowances, and sales discounts. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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