v2.4.0.6
Revenues (Details) (USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
4 Months Ended 12 Months Ended
Jan. 29, 2011
Jan. 28, 2012
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Jan. 29, 2011
Jan. 30, 2010
Revenues        
Returns under merchandise arrangement period, maximum (in days)   90    
Commissions earned on sales generated by leased departments   $ 22 $ 20 $ 18
Retail sales charged to Target credit cards   4,686 3,455 3,328
New Discount percentage for REDcard Program beginning October 2010 5.00%      
Discounts associated with REDcard rewards program   $ 340 $ 162 $ 94