v2.4.0.6
Segment Reporting (Details 2) (USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
Oct. 27, 2012
Jan. 28, 2012
Oct. 29, 2011
Segment Reporting Information      
Total assets $ 49,579 $ 46,630 $ 48,447
Segment
     
Segment Reporting Information      
Total assets 49,423 46,630 48,447
U.S. Retail
     
Segment Reporting Information      
Total assets 39,717 37,108 39,142
U.S. Credit Card
     
Segment Reporting Information      
Total assets 5,736 6,135 5,978
Canadian
     
Segment Reporting Information      
Total assets 3,970 3,387 3,327
Unallocated assets
     
Segment Reporting Information      
Total assets $ 156