CISCO SYSTEMS, INC., 10-K filed on 9/7/2023
Annual Report
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Cover Page - USD ($)
$ in Billions
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
Sep. 01, 2023
Jan. 27, 2023
Cover [Abstract]      
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Entity File Number 001-39940    
Entity Registrant Name CISCO SYSTEMS, INC.    
Entity Incorporation, State or Country Code DE    
Entity Tax Identification Number 77-0059951    
Entity Address, Address Line One 170 West Tasman Drive    
Entity Address, City or Town San Jose,    
Entity Address, State or Province CA    
Entity Address, Postal Zip Code 95134-1706    
City Area Code 408    
Local Phone Number 526-4000    
Title of 12(b) Security Common Stock, par value $0.001 per share    
Trading Symbol CSCO    
Security Exchange Name NASDAQ    
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Documents Incorporated by Reference Portions of the registrant’s definitive Proxy Statement relating to the 2023 Annual Meeting of Stockholders, to be held on December 6, 2023, are incorporated by reference into Part III of this Annual Report on Form 10-K where indicated.    
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Audit Information
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
Audit Information [Abstract]  
Auditor Firm ID 238
Auditor Name PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Auditor Location San Jose, California
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Consolidated Balance Sheets - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Current assets:    
Cash and cash equivalents $ 10,123 $ 7,079
Investments 16,023 12,188
Accounts receivable, net of allowance of $85 at July 29, 2023 and $83 at July 30, 2022 5,854 6,622
Inventories 3,644 2,568
Financing receivables, net 3,352 3,905
Other current assets 4,352 4,355
Total current assets 43,348 36,717
Property and equipment, net 2,085 1,997
Financing receivables, net 3,483 4,009
Goodwill 38,535 38,304
Purchased intangible assets, net 1,818 2,569
Deferred tax assets 6,576 4,449
Other assets 6,007 5,957
TOTAL ASSETS 101,852 94,002
Current liabilities:    
Short-term debt 1,733 1,099
Accounts payable 2,313 2,281
Income taxes payable 4,235 961
Accrued compensation 3,984 3,316
Deferred revenue 13,908 12,784
Other current liabilities 5,136 5,199
Total current liabilities 31,309 25,640
Long-term debt 6,658 8,416
Income taxes payable 5,756 7,725
Deferred revenue 11,642 10,480
Other long-term liabilities 2,134 1,968
Total liabilities 57,499 54,229
Commitments and contingencies (Note 14)
Cisco stockholders’ equity:    
Preferred stock, $0.001 par value: 5 shares authorized; none issued and outstanding 0 0
Common stock and additional paid-in capital, $0.001 par value: 20,000 shares authorized; 4,066 and 4,110 shares issued and outstanding at July 29, 2023 and July 30, 2022, respectively 44,289 42,714
Retained earnings (Accumulated deficit) 1,639 (1,319)
Accumulated other comprehensive loss (1,575) (1,622)
Total equity 44,353 39,773
TOTAL LIABILITIES AND EQUITY $ 101,852 $ 94,002
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Consolidated Balance Sheets (Parenthetical) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Statement of Financial Position [Abstract]    
Accounts receivable, allowance $ 85 $ 83
Preferred stock, par value (in dollars per share) $ 0.001 $ 0.001
Preferred stock, shares authorized (in shares) 5,000,000 5,000,000
Preferred stock, issued (in shares) 0 0
Preferred stock, outstanding (in shares) 0 0
Common stock, par value (in dollars per share) $ 0.001 $ 0.001
Common stock, shares authorized (in shares) 20,000,000,000 20,000,000,000
Common stock, shares issued (in shares) 4,066,000,000 4,110,000,000
Common stock, shares outstanding (in shares) 4,066,000,000 4,110,000,000
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Consolidated Statements of Operations - USD ($)
shares in Millions, $ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Jul. 31, 2021
REVENUE:      
Total revenue $ 56,998 $ 51,557 $ 49,818
COST OF SALES:      
Total cost of sales 21,245 19,309 17,924
GROSS MARGIN 35,753 32,248 31,894
OPERATING EXPENSES:      
Research and development 7,551 6,774 6,549
Sales and marketing 9,880 9,085 9,259
General and administrative 2,478 2,101 2,152
Amortization of purchased intangible assets 282 313 215
Restructuring and other charges 531 6 886
Total operating expenses 20,722 18,279 19,061
OPERATING INCOME 15,031 13,969 12,833
Interest income 962 476 618
Interest expense (427) (360) (434)
Other income (loss), net (248) 392 245
Interest and other income (loss), net 287 508 429
INCOME BEFORE PROVISION FOR INCOME TAXES 15,318 14,477 13,262
Provision for income taxes 2,705 2,665 2,671
NET INCOME $ 12,613 $ 11,812 $ 10,591
Net income per share:      
Basic (in dollars per share) $ 3.08 $ 2.83 $ 2.51
Diluted (in dollars per share) $ 3.07 $ 2.82 $ 2.50
Shares used in per-share calculation:      
Basic (in shares) 4,093 4,170 4,222
Diluted (in shares) 4,105 4,192 4,236
Product      
REVENUE:      
Total revenue $ 43,142 $ 38,018 $ 36,014
COST OF SALES:      
Total cost of sales 16,590 14,814 13,300
Service      
REVENUE:      
Total revenue 13,856 13,539 13,804
COST OF SALES:      
Total cost of sales $ 4,655 $ 4,495 $ 4,624
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Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Jul. 31, 2021
Statement of Comprehensive Income [Abstract]      
Net income $ 12,613 $ 11,812 $ 10,591
Available-for-sale investments:      
Change in net unrealized gains and losses, net of tax benefit (expense) of $35, $174, and $46 for fiscal 2023, 2022, and 2021, respectively (78) (557) (95)
Net (gains) losses reclassified into earnings, net of tax expense (benefit) of $(4), $5, and $15 for fiscal 2023, 2022, and 2021, respectively 17 (4) (38)
Total available-for-sale investments (61) (561) (133)
Cash flow hedging instruments:      
Change in unrealized gains and losses, net of tax benefit (expense) of $(7), $(20), and $(4) for fiscal 2023, 2022, and 2021, respectively 22 67 16
Net (gains) losses reclassified into earnings, net of tax (benefit) expense of $15, $7, and $3 for fiscal 2023, 2022, and 2021, respectively (48) (22) (11)
Total cash flow hedging instruments (26) 45 5
Net change in cumulative translation adjustment and actuarial gains and losses, net of tax benefit (expense) of $19, $(44), and $(2) for fiscal 2023, 2022, and 2021, respectively 134 (689) 230
Other comprehensive income (loss) 47 (1,205) 102
Comprehensive income $ 12,660 $ 10,607 $ 10,693
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Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income (Parenthetical) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Jul. 31, 2021
Statement of Comprehensive Income [Abstract]      
Change in net unrealized gains and losses, tax benefit (expense) $ 35 $ 174 $ 46
Net (gains) losses reclassified into earnings, tax expense (benefit) (4) 5 15
Change in unrealized gains and losses, tax benefit (expense) (7) (20) (4)
Net (gains) losses reclassified into earnings, tax (benefit) expense 15 7 3
Net change in cumulative translation adjustment and actuarial gains and losses, tax benefit (expense) $ 19 $ (44) $ (2)
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Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Jul. 31, 2021
Cash flows from operating activities:      
Net income $ 12,613 $ 11,812 $ 10,591
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities:      
Depreciation, amortization, and other 1,726 1,957 1,862
Share-based compensation expense 2,353 1,886 1,761
Provision (benefit) for receivables 31 55 (6)
Deferred income taxes (2,085) (309) (384)
(Gains) losses on divestitures, investments and other, net 206 (453) (354)
Change in operating assets and liabilities, net of effects of acquisitions and divestitures:      
Accounts receivable 734 (1,009) (107)
Inventories (1,069) (1,030) (244)
Financing receivables 1,102 1,241 1,577
Other assets 5 (1,615) (797)
Accounts payable 27 (55) (53)
Income taxes, net 1,218 (690) (549)
Accrued compensation 651 (427) 643
Deferred revenue 2,326 1,328 1,560
Other liabilities 48 535 (46)
Net cash provided by operating activities 19,886 13,226 15,454
Cash flows from investing activities:      
Purchases of investments (10,871) (6,070) (9,328)
Proceeds from sales of investments 1,054 2,660 3,373
Proceeds from maturities of investments 5,978 5,686 8,409
Acquisitions, net of cash and cash equivalents acquired and divestitures (301) (373) (7,038)
Purchases of investments in privately held companies (185) (186) (175)
Return of investments in privately held companies 90 237 194
Acquisition of property and equipment (849) (477) (692)
Proceeds from sales of property and equipment 3 91 28
Other (26) (15) (56)
Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities (5,107) 1,553 (5,285)
Cash flows from financing activities:      
Issuances of common stock 700 660 643
Repurchases of common stock - repurchase program (4,293) (7,689) (2,877)
Shares repurchased for tax withholdings on vesting of restricted stock units (597) (692) (636)
Short-term borrowings, original maturities of 90 days or less, net (602) 606 (5)
Issuances of debt 0 1,049 0
Repayments of debt (500) (3,550) (3,000)
Dividends paid (6,302) (6,224) (6,163)
Other (32) (122) (59)
Net cash used in financing activities (11,626) (15,962) (12,097)
Effect of foreign currency exchange rate changes on cash, cash equivalents, restricted cash and restricted cash equivalents (105) (180) 58
Net increase (decrease) in cash, cash equivalents, restricted cash and restricted cash equivalents 3,048 (1,363) (1,870)
Cash, cash equivalents, restricted cash and restricted cash equivalents, beginning of fiscal year 8,579 9,942 11,812
Cash, cash equivalents, restricted cash and restricted cash equivalents, end of fiscal year 11,627 8,579 9,942
Supplemental cash flow information:      
Cash paid for interest 376 355 438
Cash paid for income taxes, net $ 3,571 $ 3,663 $ 3,604
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Consolidated Statements of Equity - USD ($)
shares in Millions, $ in Millions
Total
Shares of Common Stock
Common Stock and Additional Paid-In Capital
Retained Earnings (Accumulated Deficit)
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)
Effect of adoption of accounting standard
Effect of adoption of accounting standard
Retained Earnings (Accumulated Deficit)
Beginning balance (in shares) at Jul. 25, 2020   4,237          
Balance, beginning of period at Jul. 25, 2020 $ 37,920   $ 41,202 $ (2,763) $ (519) $ (38) $ (38)
Increase (Decrease) in Stockholders' Equity [Roll Forward]              
Net income 10,591     10,591      
Other comprehensive income (loss) 102       102    
Issuance of common stock (in shares)   58          
Issuance of common stock $ 643   643        
Repurchase of common stock (in shares) (64) (64)          
Repurchase of common stock $ (2,902)   (625) (2,277)      
Shares repurchased for tax withholdings on vesting of restricted stock units and other (in shares)   (14)          
Shares repurchased for tax withholdings on vesting of restricted stock units and other (636)   (636)        
Cash dividends declared (6,166)     (6,166)      
Share-based compensation 1,761   1,761        
Other 0   1 (1)      
Ending balance (in shares) at Jul. 31, 2021   4,217          
Balance, end of period at Jul. 31, 2021 41,275   42,346 (654) (417)    
Increase (Decrease) in Stockholders' Equity [Roll Forward]              
Net income 11,812     11,812      
Other comprehensive income (loss) (1,205)       (1,205)    
Issuance of common stock (in shares)   54          
Issuance of common stock $ 660   660        
Repurchase of common stock (in shares) (146) (146)          
Repurchase of common stock $ (7,734)   (1,490) (6,244)      
Shares repurchased for tax withholdings on vesting of restricted stock units and other (in shares)   (13)          
Shares repurchased for tax withholdings on vesting of restricted stock units and other (692)   (692)        
Cash dividends declared (6,224)     (6,224)      
Share-based compensation 1,886   1,886        
Other (in shares)   (2)          
Other (5)   4 (9)      
Ending balance (in shares) at Jul. 30, 2022   4,110          
Balance, end of period at Jul. 30, 2022 39,773   42,714 (1,319) (1,622)    
Increase (Decrease) in Stockholders' Equity [Roll Forward]              
Net income 12,613     12,613      
Other comprehensive income (loss) 47       47    
Issuance of common stock (in shares)   57          
Issuance of common stock $ 700   700        
Repurchase of common stock (in shares) (88) (88)          
Repurchase of common stock $ (4,271)   (930) (3,341)      
Shares repurchased for tax withholdings on vesting of restricted stock units and other (in shares)   (13)          
Shares repurchased for tax withholdings on vesting of restricted stock units and other (551)   (551)        
Cash dividends declared (6,302)     (6,302)      
Share-based compensation 2,353   2,353        
Other (9)   3 (12)      
Ending balance (in shares) at Jul. 29, 2023   4,066          
Balance, end of period at Jul. 29, 2023 $ 44,353   $ 44,289 $ 1,639 $ (1,575)    
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Consolidated Statements of Equity (Parenthetical) - $ / shares
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Jul. 31, 2021
Statement of Stockholders' Equity [Abstract]      
Cash dividends declared, per common share (in dollars per share) $ 1.54 $ 1.50 $ 1.46
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Basis of Presentation
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
Organization, Consolidation and Presentation of Financial Statements [Abstract]  
Basis of Presentation Basis of Presentation
The fiscal year for Cisco Systems, Inc. (the “Company,” “Cisco,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is the 52 or 53 weeks ending on the last Saturday in July. Fiscal 2023 and fiscal 2022 were each 52-week fiscal years, and fiscal 2021 was a 53-week fiscal year. The Consolidated Financial Statements include our accounts and those of our subsidiaries. All intercompany accounts and transactions have been eliminated. We conduct business globally and are primarily managed on a geographic basis in the following three geographic segments: the Americas; Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA); and Asia Pacific, Japan, and China (APJC).
Our consolidated financial statements include our accounts and investments consolidated under the voting interest model. The noncontrolling interests attributed to these investments are not presented as a separate component in the equity section of the Consolidated Balance Sheets as these amounts are not material for any of the fiscal periods presented. The share of earnings attributable to the noncontrolling interests are not presented separately in the Consolidated Statements of Operations as these amounts are not material for any of the fiscal periods presented.
Certain reclassifications have been made to the amounts for prior years in order to conform to the current year’s presentation. We have evaluated subsequent events through the date that the financial statements were issued.
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Summary of Significant Accounting Policies
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
Accounting Policies [Abstract]  
Summary of Significant Accounting Policies Summary of Significant Accounting Policies
(a) Cash and Cash Equivalents   We consider all highly liquid investments purchased with an original or remaining maturity of three months or less at the date of purchase to be cash equivalents. Cash and cash equivalents are maintained with various financial institutions.
(b) Available-for-Sale Debt Investments   We classify our investments in fixed income securities as available-for-sale debt investments. Our available-for-sale debt investments primarily consist of U.S. government, U.S. government agency, non-U.S. government and agency, corporate debt, U.S. agency mortgage-backed securities, commercial paper and certificates of deposit. These available-for-sale debt investments are primarily held in the custody of a major financial institution. A specific identification method is used to determine the cost basis of available-for-sale debt investments sold. These investments are recorded in the Consolidated Balance Sheets at fair value. Unrealized gains and losses on these investments are included as a separate component of accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) (AOCI), net of tax. We classify our investments as current based on the nature of the investments and their availability for use in current operations.
(c) Equity Instruments Our equity investments are accounted for as follows:
Marketable equity securities have readily determinable fair value (RDFV) that are measured and recorded at fair value through income.
Non-marketable equity securities do not have RDFV and are measured using a measurement alternative recorded at cost less any impairment, plus or minus changes resulting from qualifying observable price changes. For certain of these securities, we have elected to apply the net asset value (NAV) practical expedient. The NAV is the estimated fair value of these investments.
Equity method investments are securities we do not control, but are able to exert significant influence over the investee. These investments are measured at cost less any impairment, plus or minus our share of equity method investee income or loss.
(d) Impairments of Investments   For our available-for-sale debt securities in an unrealized loss position, we determine whether a credit loss exists. In this assessment, among other factors, we consider the extent to which the fair value is less than the amortized cost, any changes to the rating of the security by a rating agency, and adverse conditions specifically related to the security. If factors indicate a credit loss exists, an allowance for credit loss is recorded to other income (loss), net, limited by the amount that the fair value is less than the amortized cost basis. The amount of fair value change relating to all other factors will be recognized in other comprehensive income (OCI).
We hold non-marketable equity and other investments (“privately held investments”) which are included in other assets in the Consolidated Balance Sheets. We monitor these investments for impairments and make reductions in carrying values if we determine that an impairment charge is required based primarily on the financial condition and near-term prospects of these companies.
(e) Inventories   Inventories are stated at the lower of cost or net realizable value. Cost is computed using standard cost, which approximates actual cost, on a first-in, first-out basis. We provide inventory write-downs based on excess and obsolete inventories determined primarily by future demand forecasts. The write-down is measured as the difference between the cost of the inventory and net realizable value based upon assumptions about future demand and charged to the provision for inventory, which is a component of cost of sales. At the point of the loss recognition, a new, lower cost basis for that inventory is established, and subsequent changes in facts and circumstances do not result in the restoration or increase in that newly established cost basis. In addition, we record a liability for firm, noncancelable, and unconditional purchase commitments with contract manufacturers and suppliers for quantities in excess of our future demand forecasts consistent with our valuation of excess and obsolete inventory.
(f) Allowance for Accounts Receivable, Contract Assets and Financing Receivables   We estimate our allowances for credit losses using relevant available information from internal and external sources, related to past events, current conditions and reasonable and supportable forecasts. Historical credit loss experience provides the basis for the estimation of expected credit losses. When assessing for credit losses, we determine collectibility by pooling our assets with similar characteristics.
The allowances for credit losses are each measured on a collective basis when similar risk characteristics exist. Our internal credit risk ratings are categorized as 1 through 10, with the lowest credit risk rating representing the highest quality. Assets that do not share risk characteristics are evaluated on an individual basis. The allowances for credit losses are each measured by multiplying the exposure probability of default, the probability the asset will default within a given time frame, by the loss given default rate, the percentage of the asset not expected to be collected due to default, based on the pool of assets.
Probability of default rates are published quarterly by third-party credit agencies. Adjustments to our internal credit risk ratings may take into account including, but not limited to, various customer-specific factors, the potential sovereign risk of the geographic locations in which the customer is operating and macroeconomic conditions. These factors are updated regularly or when facts and circumstances indicate that an update is deemed necessary.
(g) Financing Receivables and Guarantees   We provide financing arrangements, including loan receivables and lease receivables, for certain qualified end-user customers to build, maintain, and upgrade their networks. Loan receivables represent financing arrangements related to the sale of our hardware, software, and services (including technical support and advanced services), and also may include additional funding for other costs associated with network installation and integration of our products and services. Loan receivables have terms of one year to three years on average. Lease receivables represent sales-type leases resulting from the sale of Cisco’s and complementary third-party products and are typically collateralized by a security interest in the underlying assets. Lease receivables consist of arrangements with terms of four years on average.
Outstanding financing receivables that are aged 31 days or more from the contractual payment date are considered past due. We do not accrue interest on financing receivables that are considered impaired and more than 120 days past due unless either the receivable has not been collected due to administrative reasons or the receivable is well secured and in the process of collection. Financing receivables may be placed on nonaccrual status earlier if, in management’s opinion, a timely collection of the full principal and interest becomes uncertain. After a financing receivable has been categorized as nonaccrual, interest will be recognized when cash is received. A financing receivable may be returned to accrual status after all of the customer’s delinquent balances of principal and interest have been settled, and the customer remains current for an appropriate period.
We facilitate arrangements for third-party financing extended to channel partners, consisting of revolving short-term financing, generally with payment terms ranging from 60 to 90 days. In certain instances, these financing arrangements result in a transfer of our receivables to the third party. The receivables are derecognized upon transfer, as these transfers qualify as true sales, and we receive a payment for the receivables from the third party based on our standard payment terms. These financing arrangements facilitate the working capital requirements of the channel partners, and, in some cases, we guarantee a portion of these arrangements. We could be called upon to make payments under these guarantees in the event of nonpayment by the channel partners. Deferred revenue relating to these financing arrangements is recorded in accordance with revenue recognition policies or for the fair value of the financing guarantees.
(h) Leases We lease real estate, information technology (IT) and other equipment and vehicles. We also have arrangements with certain suppliers and contract manufacturers which includes the leasing of dedicated space and equipment costs. Our leases have the option to extend or terminate the lease when it is reasonably certain that we will exercise that option.
As a lessee, we determine if an arrangement is a lease at commencement. Our ROU lease assets represent our right to use an underlying asset for the lease term and lease liabilities represent our obligation to make lease payments related to the lease. Operating lease ROU assets and liabilities are recognized at the commencement date based on the present value of lease payments over the lease term. We use incremental borrowing rates based on information available at the commencement date to determine the present value of our lease payments. Certain of our lease agreements contain variable lease payments. Our variable lease payments can fluctuate depending on the level of activity or the cost of certain services where we have elected to
combine lease and non-lease components. While these payments are not included as part of our lease liabilities, they are recognized as variable lease expense in the period they are incurred.
We provide leasing of our equipment and complementary third-party products primarily through our channel partners and distributors, for which the income arising from these leases is recognized through interest income. As a lessor, we determine if an arrangement is a lease at inception. We provide leasing arrangements for our equipment to certain qualified customers. Our lease portfolio primarily consists of sales-type leases. We allocate the consideration in a bundled contract with our customers based on relative standalone selling prices of our lease and non-lease components. The residual value on our leased equipment is determined at the inception of the lease based on an analysis of estimates of the value of equipment, market factors and historical customer behavior. Residual value estimates are reviewed on a periodic basis and other-than-temporary declines are expensed in the period they occur. Our leases generally provide an end-of-term option for the customer to extend the lease under mutually-agreed terms, return the leased equipment, or purchase the equipment for either the then-market value of the equipment or a pre-determined purchase price. If a customer chooses to terminate their lease prior to the original end of term date, the customer is required to pay all remaining lease payments in full.
(i) Depreciation and Amortization   Property and equipment are stated at cost, less accumulated depreciation or amortization, whenever applicable. Depreciation and amortization expenses for property and equipment were approximately $0.7 billion, $0.8 billion, and $0.8 billion for fiscal 2023, 2022, and 2021, respectively. Depreciation and amortization are computed using the straight-line method, generally over the following periods:
Asset CategoryPeriod
Buildings
25 years
Building improvements
10 years
Leasehold improvements
Shorter of remaining lease term or up to 10 years
Computer equipment and related software
30 to 36 months
Production, engineering, and other equipment
Up to 5 years
Operating lease assetsBased on lease term
Furniture and fixtures
5 years
(j) Business Combinations We allocate the fair value of the purchase consideration of our acquisitions to the tangible assets, liabilities, and intangible assets acquired, including in-process research and development (IPR&D), based on their estimated fair values. The excess of the fair value of purchase consideration over the fair values of these identifiable assets and liabilities is recorded as goodwill. IPR&D is initially capitalized at fair value as an intangible asset with an indefinite life and assessed for impairment thereafter. When an IPR&D project is completed, the IPR&D is reclassified as an amortizable purchased intangible asset and amortized over the asset’s estimated useful life. Acquisition-related expenses and related restructuring costs are recognized separately from the business combination and are expensed as incurred.
(k) Goodwill and Purchased Intangible Assets   Goodwill is tested for impairment on an annual basis in the fourth fiscal quarter and, when specific circumstances dictate, between annual tests. When impaired, the carrying value of goodwill is written down to fair value. Identifying a potential impairment consists of comparing the fair value of a reporting unit with its carrying amount, including goodwill. Purchased intangible assets with finite lives are carried at cost, less accumulated amortization. Amortization is computed over the estimated useful lives of the respective assets. See “Long-Lived Assets” for our policy regarding impairment testing of purchased intangible assets with finite lives. Purchased intangible assets with indefinite lives are assessed for potential impairment annually or when events or circumstances indicate that their carrying amounts might be impaired.
(l) Long-Lived Assets   Long-lived assets that are held and used by us are reviewed for impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amount of such assets may not be recoverable. Determination of recoverability of long-lived assets is based on an estimate of the undiscounted future cash flows resulting from the use of the asset and its eventual disposition. Measurement of an impairment loss for long-lived assets that management expects to hold and use is based on the difference between the fair value of the asset and its carrying value. Long-lived assets to be disposed of are reported at the lower of carrying amount or fair value less costs to sell.
(m) Fair Value   Fair value is defined as the price that would be received from selling an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants at the measurement date. When determining the fair value measurements for assets and liabilities required or permitted to be either recorded or disclosed at fair value, we consider the principal or most advantageous market in which we would transact, and we also consider assumptions that market participants would use when pricing the asset or liability.
The accounting guidance for fair value measurement requires an entity to maximize the use of observable inputs and minimize the use of unobservable inputs when measuring fair value. The standard establishes a fair value hierarchy based on the level of independent, objective evidence surrounding the inputs used to measure fair value. A financial instrument’s categorization within the fair value hierarchy is based upon the lowest level of input that is significant to the fair value measurement.
The fair value hierarchy is as follows:
Level 1 applies to assets or liabilities for which there are quoted prices in active markets for identical assets or liabilities.
Level 2 applies to assets or liabilities for which there are inputs other than quoted prices that are observable for the asset or liability such as quoted prices for similar assets or liabilities in active markets; quoted prices for identical assets or liabilities in markets with insufficient volume or infrequent transactions (less active markets); or model-derived valuations in which significant inputs are observable or can be derived principally from, or corroborated by, observable market data. We use inputs such as actual trade data, benchmark yields, broker/dealer quotes, and other similar data, which are obtained from quoted market prices, independent pricing vendors, or other sources, to determine the ultimate fair value of assets or liabilities.
Level 3 applies to assets or liabilities for which there are unobservable inputs to the valuation methodology that are significant to the measurement of the fair value of the assets or liabilities. The fair values are determined based on model-based techniques such as discounted cash flow models using inputs that we could not corroborate with market data.
(n) Derivative Instruments   We recognize derivative instruments as either assets or liabilities and measure those instruments at fair value. The accounting for changes in the fair value of a derivative depends on the intended use of the derivative and the resulting designation. For a derivative instrument designated as a fair value hedge, the gain or loss is recognized in earnings in the period of change together with the offsetting loss or gain on the hedged item attributed to the risk being hedged. For a derivative instrument designated as a cash flow hedge, the gain or loss is initially reported as a component of AOCI and subsequently reclassified into earnings when the hedged exposure affects earnings. For a derivative instrument designated as a net investment hedge of our foreign operations, the gain or loss is recorded in the cumulative translation adjustment within AOCI together with the offsetting loss or gain of the hedged exposure of the underlying foreign operations. For derivative instruments that are not designated as accounting hedges, changes in fair value are recognized in earnings in the period of change. We record derivative instruments in the statements of cash flows to operating, investing, or financing activities consistent with the cash flows of the hedged item.
Hedge effectiveness for foreign exchange forward contracts used as cash flow hedges is assessed by comparing the change in the fair value of the hedge contract with the change in the fair value of the forecasted cash flows of the hedged item. Hedge effectiveness for equity forward contracts and foreign exchange net investment hedge forward contracts is assessed by comparing changes in fair value due to changes in spot rates for both the derivative and the hedged item. For foreign exchange option contracts, hedge effectiveness is assessed based on the hedging instrument’s entire change in fair value. Hedge effectiveness for interest rate swaps is assessed by comparing the change in fair value of the swap with the change in the fair value of the hedged item due to changes in the benchmark interest rate.
(o) Foreign Currency Translation   Assets and liabilities of non-U.S. subsidiaries that operate in a local currency environment, where that local currency is the functional currency, are translated to U.S. dollars at exchange rates in effect at the balance sheet date, with the resulting translation adjustments directly recorded to a separate component of AOCI. Income and expense accounts are translated at average exchange rates during the year. Remeasurement adjustments are recorded in other income (loss), net.
(p) Concentrations of Risk   Cash and cash equivalents are maintained with several financial institutions. Deposits held with banks may exceed the amount of insurance provided on such deposits. Generally, these deposits may be redeemed upon demand and are maintained with financial institutions with reputable credit and therefore bear minimal credit risk. We seek to mitigate our credit risks by spreading such risks across multiple counterparties and monitoring the risk profiles of these counterparties.
We perform ongoing credit evaluations of our customers and, with the exception of certain financing transactions, do not require collateral from our customers. We receive certain of our components from sole suppliers. Additionally, we rely on a limited number of contract manufacturers and suppliers to provide manufacturing services for our products. The inability of a contract manufacturer or supplier to fulfill our supply requirements could materially impact future operating results.
(q) Revenue Recognition   We enter into contracts with customers that can include various combinations of products and services which are generally distinct and accounted for as separate performance obligations. As a result, our contracts may contain multiple performance obligations. We determine whether arrangements are distinct based on whether the customer can benefit from the product or service on its own or together with other resources that are readily available and whether our commitment to transfer the product or service to the customer is separately identifiable from other obligations in the contract. We classify our hardware, perpetual software licenses, and SaaS as distinct performance obligations. Term software licenses
represent multiple obligations, which include software licenses and software maintenance. In transactions where we deliver hardware or software, we are typically the principal and we record revenue and costs of goods sold on a gross basis. We refer to our term software licenses, security software licenses, SaaS, and associated service arrangements as subscription offers.
We recognize revenue upon transfer of control of promised goods or services in a contract with a customer in an amount that reflects the consideration we expect to receive in exchange for those products or services. Transfer of control occurs once the customer has the contractual right to use the product, generally upon shipment, electronic delivery (or when the software is available for download by the customer), or once title and risk of loss has transferred to the customer. Transfer of control can also occur over time for software maintenance and services as the customer receives the benefit over the contract term. Our hardware and perpetual software licenses are distinct performance obligations where revenue is recognized upfront upon transfer of control. Term software licenses include multiple performance obligations where the term licenses are recognized upfront upon transfer of control, with the associated software maintenance revenue recognized ratably over the contract term as services and software updates are provided. SaaS arrangements do not include the right for the customer to take possession of the software during the term, and therefore have one distinct performance obligation which is satisfied over time with revenue recognized ratably over the contract term as the customer consumes the services. On our product sales, we record consideration from shipping and handling on a gross basis within net product sales. We record our revenue net of any associated sales taxes.
An allowance for future sales returns is established based on historical trends in product return rates. The allowance for future sales returns as of July 29, 2023 and July 30, 2022 was $39 million and $43 million, respectively, and was recorded as a reduction of our accounts receivable and revenue.
Significant Judgments
Revenue is allocated among these performance obligations in a manner that reflects the consideration that we expect to be entitled to for the promised goods or services based on standalone selling prices (SSP). SSP is estimated for each distinct performance obligation and judgment may be required in their determination. The best evidence of SSP is the observable price of a product or service when we sell the goods separately in similar circumstances and to similar customers. In instances where SSP is not directly observable, we determine SSP using information that may include market conditions and other observable inputs.
We assess relevant contractual terms in our customer contracts to determine the transaction price. We apply judgment in identifying contractual terms and determining the transaction price as we may be required to estimate variable consideration when determining the amount of revenue to recognize. Variable consideration includes potential contractual penalties and various rebate, cooperative marketing and other incentive programs that we offer to our distributors, channel partners and customers. When determining the amount of revenue to recognize, we estimate the expected usage of these programs, applying the expected value or most likely estimate and update the estimate at each reporting period as actual utilization becomes available. We also consider the customers’ right of return in determining the transaction price, where applicable.
We assess certain software licenses, such as for security software, that contain critical updates or upgrades which customers can download throughout the contract term. Without these updates or upgrades, the functionality of the software would diminish over a relatively short time period. These updates or upgrades provide the customer the full functionality of the purchased security software licenses and are required to maintain the security license’s utility as the risks and threats in the environment are rapidly changing. In these circumstances, the revenue from these software arrangements is recognized as a single performance obligation satisfied over the contract term.
(r) Advertising Costs   We expense all advertising costs as incurred. Advertising costs included within sales and marketing expenses were approximately $205 million, $219 million, and $268 million for fiscal 2023, 2022, and 2021, respectively.
(s) Share-Based Compensation Expense   We measure and recognize the compensation expense for all share-based awards made to employees and directors, including employee stock options, restricted stock units (RSUs), performance-based restricted stock units (PRSUs), and employee stock purchases related to the Employee Stock Purchase Plan (Employee Stock Purchase Rights) based on estimated fair values. Share-based compensation expense is reduced for forfeitures as they occur.
(t) Software Development Costs   Software development costs, including costs to develop software sold, leased, or otherwise marketed, that are incurred subsequent to the establishment of technological feasibility are capitalized. Costs incurred during the application development stage for internal-use software and cloud-based applications are capitalized. Such software development costs capitalized during the periods presented were not material.
(u) Income Taxes   Income tax expense is based on pretax financial accounting income. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are recognized for the expected tax consequences of temporary differences between the tax bases of assets and liabilities and their reported amounts. Valuation allowances are recorded to reduce deferred tax assets to the amount that will more likely than not be realized.
We account for uncertainty in income taxes using a two-step approach to recognizing and measuring uncertain tax positions. The first step is to evaluate the tax position for recognition by determining if the weight of available evidence indicates that it is more likely than not that the position will be sustained on audit, including resolution of related appeals or litigation processes, if any. The second step is to measure the tax benefit as the largest amount that is more than 50% likely of being realized upon settlement. We classify the liability for unrecognized tax benefits as current to the extent that we anticipate payment (or receipt) of cash within one year. Interest and penalties related to uncertain tax positions are recognized in the provision for income taxes.
(v) Computation of Net Income per Share   Basic net income per share is computed using the weighted-average number of common shares outstanding during the period. Diluted net income per share is computed using the weighted-average number of common shares and dilutive potential common shares outstanding during the period. Diluted shares outstanding includes the dilutive effect of in-the-money options, unvested restricted stock, and restricted stock units. The dilutive effect of such equity awards is calculated based on the average share price for each fiscal period using the treasury stock method. Under the treasury stock method, the amount the employee must pay for exercising stock options and the amount of compensation cost for future service that we have not yet recognized are collectively assumed to be used to repurchase shares.
(w) Consolidation of Variable Interest Entities   Our approach in assessing the consolidation requirement for variable interest entities focuses on identifying which enterprise has the power to direct the activities that most significantly impact the variable interest entity’s economic performance and which enterprise has the obligation to absorb losses or the right to receive benefits from the variable interest entity. Should we conclude that we are the primary beneficiary of a variable interest entity, the assets, liabilities, and results of operations of the variable interest entity will be included in our Consolidated Financial Statements.
(x) Use of Estimates   The preparation of financial statements and related disclosures in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States requires management to make estimates and judgments that affect the amounts reported in the Consolidated Financial Statements and accompanying notes. Estimates are used for the following, among others:
Revenue recognition
Allowances for accounts receivable, sales returns, and financing receivables
Inventory valuation and liability for purchase commitments with contract manufacturers and suppliers
Loss contingencies and product warranties
Fair value measurements
Goodwill and purchased intangible asset impairments
Income taxes
The actual results that we experience may differ materially from our estimates.
(y) Recent Accounting Standards or Updates Not Yet Effective as of Fiscal Year End
Reference Rate Reform In March 2020, the Financial Accounting Standards Board issued an accounting standard update and subsequent amendments that provide optional expedients and exceptions to the current guidance on contract modification and hedging relationships to ease the financial reporting burden of the expected market transition from the London InterBank Offered Rate (LIBOR) and other interbank offered rates to alternative reference rates. This accounting standard update was effective upon issuance and may be applied prospectively through December 31, 2024. We adopted this accounting standard update in fiscal 2023 and it did not have a material impact on our Consolidated Financial Statements upon adoption.
v3.23.2
Revenue
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
Revenue from Contract with Customer [Abstract]  
Revenue Revenue
(a)Disaggregation of Revenue
We disaggregate our revenue into groups of similar products and services that depict the nature, amount, and timing of revenue and cash flows for our various offerings. The sales cycle, contractual obligations, customer requirements, and go-to-market strategies differ for each of our product categories, resulting in different economic risk profiles for each category.
The following table presents this disaggregation of revenue (in millions):
Years EndedJuly 29, 2023July 30, 2022July 31, 2021
Product revenue:
Secure, Agile Networks$29,105 $23,831 $22,725 
Internet for the Future5,306 5,276 4,511 
Collaboration4,052 4,472 4,727 
End-to-End Security3,859 3,699 3,382 
Optimized Application Experiences811 729 654 
Other Products9 11 15 
Total Product43,142 38,018 36,014 
Services13,856 13,539 13,804 
Total$56,998 $51,557 $49,818 
Amounts may not sum due to rounding. We have made certain reclassifications to the product revenue amounts for prior periods to conform to the current year presentation.
Secure, Agile Networks consists of our core networking technologies of switching, enterprise routing, wireless, and compute products. These technologies consist of both hardware and software offerings, including software licenses and SaaS, that help our customers build networks, automate, orchestrate, integrate, and digitize data. Our hardware and perpetual software in this category are distinct performance obligations where revenue is recognized upfront upon transfer of control. Term software licenses are multiple performance obligations where the term license is recognized upfront upon transfer of control with the associated software maintenance revenue recognized ratably over the contract term. SaaS arrangements in this category have one distinct performance obligation which is satisfied over time with revenue recognized ratably over the contract term.
Internet for the Future consists of our routed optical networking, 5G, silicon, and optics solutions. These products consist primarily of both hardware and software offerings, including software licenses and SaaS. Our hardware and perpetual software in this category are distinct performance obligations where revenue is recognized upfront upon transfer of control. Term software licenses are multiple performance obligations where the term license is recognized upfront upon transfer of control with the associated software maintenance revenue recognized ratably over the contract term. SaaS arrangements in this category have one distinct performance obligation which is satisfied over time with revenue recognized ratably over the contract term.
Collaboration consists of our Meetings, Collaboration Devices, Calling, Contact Center and CPaaS offerings. These products consist primarily of software offerings, including software licenses and SaaS, as well as hardware. Our perpetual software and hardware in this category are distinct performance obligations where revenue is recognized upfront upon transfer of control. Term software licenses are multiple performance obligations where the term license is recognized upfront upon transfer of control with the associated software maintenance revenue recognized ratably over the contract term. SaaS arrangements in this category have one distinct performance obligation which is satisfied over time with revenue recognized ratably over the contract term.
End-to-End Security consists of our Cloud and Application Security, Industrial Security, Network Security, and User and Device Security offerings. These products consist of both hardware and software offerings, including software licenses and SaaS. Updates and upgrades for the term software licenses are critical for our software to perform its intended commercial purpose because of the continuous need for our software to secure our customers’ network environments against frequent threats. Therefore, security software licenses are generally represented by a single distinct performance obligation with revenue recognized ratably over the contract term. Our hardware and perpetual software in this category are distinct performance obligations where revenue is recognized upfront upon transfer of control. SaaS arrangements in this category have one distinct performance obligation which is satisfied over time with revenue recognized ratably over the contract term.
Optimized Application Experiences consists of our full stack observability and network assurance offerings. These products consist primarily of software offerings, including software licenses and SaaS. Our perpetual software in this category are distinct performance obligations where revenue is recognized upfront upon transfer of control. Term software licenses are multiple performance obligations where the term license is recognized upfront upon transfer of control with the associated
software maintenance revenue recognized ratably over the contract term. SaaS arrangements in this category have one distinct performance obligation which is satisfied over time with revenue recognized ratably over the contract term.
In addition to our product offerings, we provide a broad range of service and support options for our customers, including technical support services and advanced services. Technical support services represent the majority of these offerings which are distinct performance obligations that are satisfied over time with revenue recognized ratably over the contract term. Advanced services are distinct performance obligations that are satisfied over time with revenue recognized as services are delivered.
The sales arrangements as discussed above are typically made pursuant to customer purchase orders based on master purchase or partner agreements. Cash is received based on our standard payment terms which is typically 30 days. We provide financing arrangements to customers for all of our hardware, software and service offerings. Refer to Note 9 for additional information. For these arrangements, cash is typically received over time.
(b)Contract Balances
Accounts Receivable
Accounts receivable, net was $5.9 billion as of July 29, 2023 compared to $6.6 billion as of July 30, 2022, as reported on the Consolidated Balance Sheets.
The allowances for credit loss for our accounts receivable are summarized as follows (in millions):
July 29, 2023July 30, 2022July 31, 2021
Allowance for credit loss at beginning of fiscal year$83 $109 $143 
Provisions (benefits)39 64 21 
Recoveries (write-offs), net(37)(81)(29)
Foreign exchange and other (9)(26)
Allowance for credit loss at end of fiscal year$85 $83 $109 
Contract Assets and Liabilities
Gross contract assets by our internal risk ratings are summarized as follows (in millions):
July 29, 2023July 30, 2022
1 to 4$672 $414 
5 to 6954 814 
7 and Higher60 158 
Total$1,686 $1,386 
Contract assets consist of unbilled receivables and are recorded when revenue is recognized in advance of scheduled billings to our customers. These amounts are primarily related to software and service arrangements where transfer of control has occurred but we have not yet invoiced. As of July 29, 2023 and July 30, 2022, our contract assets for these unbilled receivables, net of allowances, were $1.6 billion and $1.3 billion, respectively, and were included in other current assets and other assets.
Contract liabilities consist of deferred revenue. Deferred revenue was $25.6 billion as of July 29, 2023 compared to $23.3 billion as of July 30, 2022. We recognized approximately $12.7 billion of revenue during fiscal 2023 that was included in the deferred revenue balance at July 30, 2022.
(c)Capitalized Contract Acquisition Costs
We capitalize direct and incremental costs incurred to acquire contracts, primarily sales commissions, for which the associated revenue is expected to be recognized in future periods. We incur these costs in connection with both initial contracts and renewals. These costs are initially deferred and typically amortized over the term of the customer contract which corresponds to the period of benefit. Deferred sales commissions were $1.1 billion and $1.0 billion as of July 29, 2023 and July 30, 2022, respectively, and were included in other current assets and other assets. The amortization expense associated with these costs was $723 million and $679 million for fiscal 2023 and 2022, respectively, and was included in sales and marketing expenses.
v3.23.2
Acquisitions and Divestitures
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
Business Combination and Asset Acquisition [Abstract]  
Acquisitions and Divestitures Acquisitions and Divestitures
(a)Acquisition Summary
We completed five acquisitions during fiscal 2023. A summary of the allocation of the total purchase consideration is presented as follows (in millions):
Fiscal 2023Purchase ConsiderationNet Tangible Assets Acquired (Liabilities Assumed)Purchased Intangible AssetsGoodwill
Total acquisitions (five in total)
$315 $(18)$150 $183 
The total purchase consideration related to our acquisitions completed during fiscal 2023 consisted primarily of cash consideration. The total cash and cash equivalents acquired from these acquisitions was approximately $7 million.
Fiscal 2022 Acquisitions
Allocation of the purchase consideration for acquisitions completed in fiscal 2022 is summarized as follows (in millions):
Fiscal 2022Purchase ConsiderationNet Tangible Assets Acquired (Liabilities Assumed)Purchased Intangible AssetsGoodwill
Total acquisitions (three in total)
$364 $12 $20 $332 
The total purchase consideration related to our acquisitions completed during fiscal 2022 consisted of cash consideration and vested share-based awards assumed. The total cash and cash equivalents acquired from these acquisitions was approximately $7 million.
Fiscal 2021 Acquisitions
In fiscal 2021, we completed 13 acquisitions for total purchase consideration of $7.5 billion.
(b) Other Acquisition and Divestiture Information
Total transaction costs related to acquisition and divestiture activities during fiscal 2023, 2022, and 2021 were $26 million, $50 million, and $46 million, respectively. These transaction costs were expensed as incurred in G&A expenses in the Consolidated Statements of Operations.
The goodwill generated from acquisitions completed during fiscal 2023 is primarily related to expected synergies. The goodwill is generally not deductible for income tax purposes.
The Consolidated Financial Statements include the operating results of each acquisition from the date of acquisition. Pro forma results of operations and the revenue and net income subsequent to the acquisition date for the acquisitions completed during fiscal 2023, 2022, and 2021 have not been presented because the effects of the acquisitions were not material to our financial results.
v3.23.2
Goodwill and Purchased Intangible Assets
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
Goodwill and Intangible Assets Disclosure [Abstract]  
Goodwill and Purchased Intangible Assets Goodwill and Purchased Intangible Assets
(a)Goodwill
The following tables present the goodwill allocated to our reportable segments as of July 29, 2023 and July 30, 2022, as well as the changes to goodwill during fiscal 2023 and 2022 (in millions):
Balance at July 30, 2022AcquisitionsForeign Currency Translation and OtherBalance at July 29, 2023
Americas$23,882 $123 $30 $24,035 
EMEA9,062 44 12 9,118 
APJC5,360 16 6 5,382 
Total$38,304 $183 $48 $38,535 
 Balance at July 31, 2021AcquisitionsForeign Currency Translation and OtherBalance at July 30, 2022
Americas$23,673 $222 $(13)$23,882 
EMEA9,094 83 (115)9,062 
APJC5,401 27 (68)5,360 
Total$38,168 $332 $(196)$38,304 
(b)Purchased Intangible Assets     
The following tables present details of our intangible assets acquired through acquisitions completed during fiscal 2023 and 2022 (in millions, except years):
 FINITE LIVESINDEFINITE
LIVES
TOTAL
 TECHNOLOGYCUSTOMER
RELATIONSHIPS
IPR&D
Fiscal 2023Weighted-
Average Useful
Life (in Years)
AmountWeighted-
Average Useful
Life (in Years)
AmountAmountAmount
Total acquisitions (five in total)
3.7$138 1.8$12 $ $150 
 FINITE LIVESINDEFINITE
LIVES
TOTAL
 TECHNOLOGYCUSTOMER
RELATIONSHIPS
IPR&D
Fiscal 2022Weighted-
Average Useful
Life (in Years)
AmountWeighted-
Average Useful
Life (in Years)
AmountAmountAmount
Total acquisitions (three in total)
2.7$16 2.0$$— $20 
The following tables present details of our purchased intangible assets (in millions): 
July 29, 2023GrossAccumulated AmortizationNet
Purchased intangible assets with finite lives:
Technology$2,998 $(1,691)$1,307 
Customer relationships1,228 (905)323 
Other40 (22)18 
Total purchased intangible assets with finite lives4,266 (2,618)1,648 
In-process research and development, with indefinite lives170  170 
Total$4,436 $(2,618)$1,818 
July 30, 2022GrossAccumulated AmortizationNet
Purchased intangible assets with finite lives:
Technology$2,631 $(1,102)$1,529 
Customer relationships1,354 (769)585 
Other41 (16)25 
Total purchased intangible assets with finite lives4,026 (1,887)2,139 
In-process research and development, with indefinite lives430 — 430 
Total$4,456 $(1,887)$2,569 
Purchased intangible assets include intangible assets acquired through acquisitions as well as through direct purchases or licenses.
The following table presents the amortization of purchased intangible assets, including impairment charges (in millions):
Years EndedJuly 29, 2023July 30, 2022July 31, 2021
Amortization of purchased intangible assets:
Cost of sales$649 $749 $716 
Operating expenses282 328 215 
Total$931 $1,077 $931 
The estimated future amortization expense of purchased intangible assets with finite lives as of July 29, 2023 is as follows (in millions):
Fiscal YearAmount
2024$875 
2025$502 
2026$154 
2027$78 
2028$39 
v3.23.2
Restructuring and Other Charges
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
Restructuring Charges [Abstract]  
Restructuring and Other Charges Restructuring and Other Charges
In the second quarter of fiscal 2023, we announced a restructuring plan (the “Fiscal 2023 Plan”), in order to rebalance the organization and enable further investment in key priority areas, of which approximately 5% of the global workforce would be impacted. The total pretax charges are estimated to be approximately $700 million. This rebalancing includes talent movement options and restructuring. Additionally, we have begun optimizing our real estate portfolio, aligned to the broader hybrid work strategy. In connection with the Fiscal 2023 Plan, we incurred charges of $535 million in fiscal 2023. These aggregate pretax charges will be primarily cash-based and will consist of severance and other one-time termination benefits, real estate-related charges, and other costs. We expect the plan to be substantially completed by the end of the first quarter of fiscal 2024.
We initiated a restructuring plan in fiscal 2021 (the “Fiscal 2021 Plan”), which was completed in fiscal 2022. In connection with the Fiscal 2021 Plan, we incurred cumulative charges of $892 million. The aggregate pretax charges related to this plan were primarily cash-based and consist of severance and other one-time termination benefits, and other costs.
The following table summarizes the activities related to the restructuring and other charges, as discussed above (in millions):
FISCAL 2023 PLANFISCAL 2021 AND
PRIOR PLANS
Employee SeveranceOtherEmployee
Severance
OtherTotal
Liability as of July 25, 2020$— $— $58 $14 $72 
Charges — — 836 50 886 
Cash payments— — (879)(11)(890)
Non-cash items— — (35)(34)
Liability as of July 31, 2021— — 16 18 34 
Charges — — (3)
Cash payments— — (23)(2)(25)
Non-cash items— — — (6)(6)
Liability as of July 30, 2022  2 7 9 
Charges465 70  (4)531 
Cash payments(301)(11)(1)(1)(314)
Non-cash items2 (15)  (13)
Liability as of July 29, 2023$166 $44 $1 $2 $213 
v3.23.2
Balance Sheet and Other Details
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
Organization, Consolidation and Presentation of Financial Statements [Abstract]  
Balance Sheet and Other Details Balance Sheet and Other Details
The following tables provide details of selected balance sheet and other items (in millions):
Cash, Cash Equivalents, Restricted Cash and Restricted Cash Equivalents
July 29, 2023July 30, 2022
Cash and cash equivalents$10,123 $7,079 
Restricted cash and restricted cash equivalents included in other current assets191 — 
Restricted cash and restricted cash equivalents included in other assets1,313 1,500 
Total$11,627 $8,579 
Our restricted cash and restricted cash equivalents are funds primarily related to contractual obligations with suppliers.
Inventories
July 29, 2023July 30, 2022
Raw materials$1,685 $1,601 
Work in process264 150 
Finished goods1,493 717 
Service-related spares186 90 
Demonstration systems16 10 
Total$3,644 $2,568 
Property and Equipment, Net
July 29, 2023July 30, 2022
Gross property and equipment:
Land, buildings, and building and leasehold improvements$4,229 $4,219 
Computer equipment and related software744 779 
Production, engineering, and other equipment4,611 4,647 
Operating lease assets135 185 
Furniture, fixtures and other339 335 
Total gross property and equipment10,058 10,165 
Less: accumulated depreciation and amortization(7,973)(8,168)
Total$2,085 $1,997 
Remaining Performance Obligations (RPO)
July 29, 2023July 30, 2022
Product$15,802 $14,090 
Service19,066 17,449 
Total$34,868 $31,539 
Short-term RPO$17,910 $16,936 
Long-term RPO16,958 14,603 
Total$34,868 $31,539 
Amount to be recognized as revenue over the next 12 months
51 %54 %
Deferred revenue$25,550 $23,264 
Unbilled contract revenue9,318 8,275 
Total$34,868 $31,539 
Unbilled contract revenue represents noncancelable contracts for which we have not invoiced, have an obligation to perform, and revenue has not yet been recognized in the financial statements.
Deferred Revenue
July 29, 2023July 30, 2022
Product$11,505 $10,427 
Service14,045 12,837 
Total$25,550 $23,264 
Reported as:
Current$13,908 $12,784 
Noncurrent11,642 10,480 
Total$25,550 $23,264 
Transition Tax Payable
Our income tax payable associated with the one-time U.S. transition tax on accumulated earnings for foreign subsidiaries as a result of the Tax Act is as follows (in millions):
July 29, 2023July 30, 2022
Current$1,364 $727 
Noncurrent4,092 5,456 
Total$5,456 $6,183 
v3.23.2
Leases
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
Leases [Abstract]  
Leases Leases
(a)Lessee Arrangements
The following table presents our operating lease balances (in millions):
Balance Sheet Line ItemJuly 29, 2023July 30, 2022
Operating lease right-of-use assetsOther assets$971 $1,003 
Operating lease liabilitiesOther current liabilities$313 $322 
Operating lease liabilitiesOther long-term liabilities707 724 
Total operating lease liabilities$1,020 $1,046 
The components of our lease expenses were as follows (in millions):
Years EndedJuly 29, 2023July 30, 2022
Operating lease expense$425 $390 
Short-term lease expense65 66 
Variable lease expense242 173 
Total lease expense$732 $629 
Supplemental information related to our operating leases is as follows (in millions):
Years EndedJuly 29, 2023July 30, 2022
Cash paid for amounts included in the measurement of lease liabilities — operating cash flows $387 $408 
Right-of-use assets obtained in exchange for operating leases liabilities$326 $331 
The weighted-average lease term was 4.6 years and 4.7 years as of July 29, 2023 and July 30, 2022, respectively. The weighted-average discount rate was 3.1% and 2.2% as of July 29, 2023 and July 30, 2022, respectively.
The maturities of our operating leases (undiscounted) as of July 29, 2023 are as follows (in millions):
Fiscal YearAmount
2024$341 
2025259 
2026167 
202799 
202873 
Thereafter177 
Total lease payments1,116 
Less interest(96)
Total$1,020 
(b)Lessor Arrangements
Our leases primarily represent sales-type leases with terms of four years on average. We provide leasing of our equipment and complementary third-party products primarily through our channel partners and distributors, for which the income arising from these leases is recognized through interest income. Interest income for fiscal 2023 and 2022 was $51 million and $54 million, respectively, and was included in interest income in the Consolidated Statement of Operations. The net investment of our lease receivables is measured at the commencement date as the gross lease receivable, residual value less unearned income and allowance for credit loss. For additional information, see Note 9.
Future minimum lease payments on our lease receivables as of July 29, 2023 are summarized as follows (in millions):
Fiscal YearAmount
2024$371 
2025221 
2026167 
2027147 
2028100 
Thereafter
Total1,015 
Less: Present value of lease payments927 
Unearned income$88 
Actual cash collections may differ from the contractual maturities due to early customer buyouts, refinancings, or defaults.
We provide financing of certain equipment through operating leases, and the amounts are included in property and equipment in the Consolidated Balance Sheets. Amounts relating to equipment on operating lease assets held by us and the associated accumulated depreciation are summarized as follows (in millions):
July 29, 2023July 30, 2022
Operating lease assets$135 $185 
Accumulated depreciation(78)(111)
Operating lease assets, net$57 $74 
Our operating lease income for fiscal 2023 and 2022 was $73 million and $107 million, respectively, and was included in product revenue in the Consolidated Statement of Operations.
Minimum future rentals on noncancelable operating leases as of July 29, 2023 are summarized as follows (in millions):
Fiscal YearAmount
2024$25 
202512 
2026
Total$43 
Leases Leases
(a)Lessee Arrangements
The following table presents our operating lease balances (in millions):
Balance Sheet Line ItemJuly 29, 2023July 30, 2022
Operating lease right-of-use assetsOther assets$971 $1,003 
Operating lease liabilitiesOther current liabilities$313 $322 
Operating lease liabilitiesOther long-term liabilities707 724 
Total operating lease liabilities$1,020 $1,046 
The components of our lease expenses were as follows (in millions):
Years EndedJuly 29, 2023July 30, 2022
Operating lease expense$425 $390 
Short-term lease expense65 66 
Variable lease expense242 173 
Total lease expense$732 $629 
Supplemental information related to our operating leases is as follows (in millions):
Years EndedJuly 29, 2023July 30, 2022
Cash paid for amounts included in the measurement of lease liabilities — operating cash flows $387 $408 
Right-of-use assets obtained in exchange for operating leases liabilities$326 $331 
The weighted-average lease term was 4.6 years and 4.7 years as of July 29, 2023 and July 30, 2022, respectively. The weighted-average discount rate was 3.1% and 2.2% as of July 29, 2023 and July 30, 2022, respectively.
The maturities of our operating leases (undiscounted) as of July 29, 2023 are as follows (in millions):
Fiscal YearAmount
2024$341 
2025259 
2026167 
202799 
202873 
Thereafter177 
Total lease payments1,116 
Less interest(96)
Total$1,020 
(b)Lessor Arrangements
Our leases primarily represent sales-type leases with terms of four years on average. We provide leasing of our equipment and complementary third-party products primarily through our channel partners and distributors, for which the income arising from these leases is recognized through interest income. Interest income for fiscal 2023 and 2022 was $51 million and $54 million, respectively, and was included in interest income in the Consolidated Statement of Operations. The net investment of our lease receivables is measured at the commencement date as the gross lease receivable, residual value less unearned income and allowance for credit loss. For additional information, see Note 9.
Future minimum lease payments on our lease receivables as of July 29, 2023 are summarized as follows (in millions):
Fiscal YearAmount
2024$371 
2025221 
2026167 
2027147 
2028100 
Thereafter
Total1,015 
Less: Present value of lease payments927 
Unearned income$88 
Actual cash collections may differ from the contractual maturities due to early customer buyouts, refinancings, or defaults.
We provide financing of certain equipment through operating leases, and the amounts are included in property and equipment in the Consolidated Balance Sheets. Amounts relating to equipment on operating lease assets held by us and the associated accumulated depreciation are summarized as follows (in millions):
July 29, 2023July 30, 2022
Operating lease assets$135 $185 
Accumulated depreciation(78)(111)
Operating lease assets, net$57 $74 
Our operating lease income for fiscal 2023 and 2022 was $73 million and $107 million, respectively, and was included in product revenue in the Consolidated Statement of Operations.
Minimum future rentals on noncancelable operating leases as of July 29, 2023 are summarized as follows (in millions):
Fiscal YearAmount
2024$25 
202512 
2026
Total$43 
Leases Leases
(a)Lessee Arrangements
The following table presents our operating lease balances (in millions):
Balance Sheet Line ItemJuly 29, 2023July 30, 2022
Operating lease right-of-use assetsOther assets$971 $1,003 
Operating lease liabilitiesOther current liabilities$313 $322 
Operating lease liabilitiesOther long-term liabilities707 724 
Total operating lease liabilities$1,020 $1,046 
The components of our lease expenses were as follows (in millions):
Years EndedJuly 29, 2023July 30, 2022
Operating lease expense$425 $390 
Short-term lease expense65 66 
Variable lease expense242 173 
Total lease expense$732 $629 
Supplemental information related to our operating leases is as follows (in millions):
Years EndedJuly 29, 2023July 30, 2022
Cash paid for amounts included in the measurement of lease liabilities — operating cash flows $387 $408 
Right-of-use assets obtained in exchange for operating leases liabilities$326 $331 
The weighted-average lease term was 4.6 years and 4.7 years as of July 29, 2023 and July 30, 2022, respectively. The weighted-average discount rate was 3.1% and 2.2% as of July 29, 2023 and July 30, 2022, respectively.
The maturities of our operating leases (undiscounted) as of July 29, 2023 are as follows (in millions):
Fiscal YearAmount
2024$341 
2025259 
2026167 
202799 
202873 
Thereafter177 
Total lease payments1,116 
Less interest(96)
Total$1,020 
(b)Lessor Arrangements
Our leases primarily represent sales-type leases with terms of four years on average. We provide leasing of our equipment and complementary third-party products primarily through our channel partners and distributors, for which the income arising from these leases is recognized through interest income. Interest income for fiscal 2023 and 2022 was $51 million and $54 million, respectively, and was included in interest income in the Consolidated Statement of Operations. The net investment of our lease receivables is measured at the commencement date as the gross lease receivable, residual value less unearned income and allowance for credit loss. For additional information, see Note 9.
Future minimum lease payments on our lease receivables as of July 29, 2023 are summarized as follows (in millions):
Fiscal YearAmount
2024$371 
2025221 
2026167 
2027147 
2028100 
Thereafter
Total1,015 
Less: Present value of lease payments927 
Unearned income$88 
Actual cash collections may differ from the contractual maturities due to early customer buyouts, refinancings, or defaults.
We provide financing of certain equipment through operating leases, and the amounts are included in property and equipment in the Consolidated Balance Sheets. Amounts relating to equipment on operating lease assets held by us and the associated accumulated depreciation are summarized as follows (in millions):
July 29, 2023July 30, 2022
Operating lease assets$135 $185 
Accumulated depreciation(78)(111)
Operating lease assets, net$57 $74 
Our operating lease income for fiscal 2023 and 2022 was $73 million and $107 million, respectively, and was included in product revenue in the Consolidated Statement of Operations.
Minimum future rentals on noncancelable operating leases as of July 29, 2023 are summarized as follows (in millions):
Fiscal YearAmount
2024$25 
202512 
2026
Total$43 
v3.23.2
Financing Receivables
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
Receivables [Abstract]  
Financing Receivables Financing Receivables
(a)Financing Receivables
Financing receivables primarily consist of loan receivables and lease receivables. Loan receivables represent financing arrangements related to the sale of our hardware, software, and services (including technical support and advanced services), and also may include additional funding for other costs associated with network installation and integration of our products and services. Loan receivables have terms of one year to three years on average. Lease receivables represent sales-type leases resulting from the sale of Cisco’s and complementary third-party products and are typically collateralized by a security interest in the underlying assets. Lease receivables consist of arrangements with terms of four years on average.
A summary of our financing receivables is presented as follows (in millions):
July 29, 2023Loan ReceivablesLease ReceivablesTotal
Gross$5,910 $1,015 $6,925 
Residual value 70 70 
Unearned income (88)(88)
Allowance for credit loss(53)(19)(72)
Total, net$5,857 $978 $6,835 
Reported as:
Current$2,988 $364 $3,352 
Noncurrent2,869 614 3,483 
Total, net$5,857 $978 $6,835 
July 30, 2022Loan ReceivablesLease ReceivablesTotal
Gross$6,842 $1,176 $8,018 
Residual value— 76 76 
Unearned income— (54)(54)
Allowance for credit loss(103)(23)(126)
Total, net$6,739 $1,175 $7,914 
Reported as:
Current$3,327 $578 $3,905 
Noncurrent3,412 597 4,009 
Total, net$6,739 $1,175 $7,914 
(b)Credit Quality of Financing Receivables
The tables below present our gross financing receivables, excluding residual value, less unearned income, categorized by our internal credit risk rating by period of origination (in millions):
July 29, 2023Fiscal Year
Internal Credit Risk RatingPriorJuly 27, 2019July 25, 2020July 31, 2021July 30, 2022July 29, 2023Total
Loan Receivables:
1 to 4$10 $53 $251 $791 $1,077 $1,784 $3,966 
5 to 63 14 131 287 465 936 1,836 
7 and Higher1 7 15 17 29 39 108 
Total Loan Receivables$14 $74 $397 $1,095 $1,571 $2,759 $5,910 
Lease Receivables:
1 to 4$2 $20 $57 $111 $84 $235 $509 
5 to 62 13 44 58 87 191 395 
7 and Higher 1 2 4 5 11 23 
Total Lease Receivables$4 $34 $103 $173 $176 $437 $927 
Total$18 $108 $500 $1,268 $1,747 $3,196 $6,837 
July 30, 2022Fiscal Year
Internal Credit Risk RatingPriorJuly 28, 2018July 27, 2019July 25, 2020July 31, 2021July 30, 2022Total
Loan Receivables:
1 to 4$$49 $173 $536 $1,458 $2,287 $4,505 
5 to 617 115 345 709 1,030 2,217 
7 and Higher22 45 39 12 120 
Total Loan Receivables$$67 $310 $926 $2,206 $3,329 $6,842 
Lease Receivables:
1 to 4$$25 $74 $124 $176 $152 $553 
5 to 610 67 146 165 151 540 
7 and Higher— 12 10 29 
Total Lease Receivables$$36 $145 $282 $343 $313 $1,122 
Total$$103 $455 $1,208 $2,549 $3,642 $7,964 
The following tables present the aging analysis of gross receivables as of July 29, 2023 and July 30, 2022 (in millions):
DAYS PAST DUE
(INCLUDES BILLED AND UNBILLED)
July 29, 202331 - 6061 - 90 91+Total
Past Due
CurrentTotal120+ Still AccruingNonaccrual
Financing
Receivables
Impaired
Financing
Receivables
Loan receivables$47 $20 $37 $104 $5,806 $5,910 $17 $12 $12 
Lease receivables16 4 23 43 884 927 6 3 3 
Total$63 $24 $60 $147 $6,690 $6,837 $23 $15 $15 
DAYS PAST DUE
(INCLUDES BILLED AND UNBILLED)
July 30, 202231 - 6061 - 90 91+Total
Past Due
CurrentTotal120+ Still AccruingNonaccrual
Financing
Receivables
Impaired
Financing
Receivables
Loan receivables$98 $62 $129 $289 $6,553 $6,842 $14 $60 $60 
Lease receivables26 40 1,082 1,122 11 11 
Total$106 $68 $155 $329 $7,635 $7,964 $21 $71 $71 
Past due financing receivables are those that are 31 days or more past due according to their contractual payment terms. The data in the preceding tables is presented by contract, and the aging classification of each contract is based on the oldest outstanding receivable, and therefore past due amounts also include unbilled and current receivables within the same contract.
(c)Allowance for Credit Loss Rollforward
The allowances for credit loss and the related financing receivables are summarized as follows (in millions):
 CREDIT LOSS ALLOWANCES
 Loan
Receivables
Lease
Receivables
Total
Allowance for credit loss as of July 30, 2022$103 $23 $126 
Provisions (benefits)(7)(1)(8)
Recoveries (write-offs), net(38)(3)(41)
Foreign exchange and other(5) (5)
Allowance for credit loss as of July 29, 2023$53 $19 $72 
 CREDIT LOSS ALLOWANCES
 Loan
Receivables
Lease
Receivables
Total
Allowance for credit loss as of July 31, 2021$89 $38 $127 
Provisions (benefits)(13)(9)
Recoveries (write-offs), net— (2)(2)
Foreign exchange and other10 — 10 
Allowance for credit loss as of July 30, 2022$103 $23 $126 
CREDIT LOSS ALLOWANCES
Loan
Receivables
Lease
Receivables
Total
Allowance for credit loss as of July 25, 2020$90 $48 $138 
Provisions (benefits)(17)(10)(27)
Recoveries (write-offs), net(1)(1)(2)
Foreign exchange and other17 18 
Allowance for credit loss as of July 31, 2021$89 $38 $127 
v3.23.2
Investments
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
Investments, Debt and Equity Securities [Abstract]  
Investments Investments
(a)Summary of Available-for-Sale Debt Investments
The following tables summarize our available-for-sale debt investments (in millions):
July 29, 2023Amortized
Cost
Gross
Unrealized
Gains
Gross
Unrealized and Credit Losses
Fair
Value
U.S. government securities
$3,587 $1 $(62)$3,526 
U.S. government agency securities 428  (5)423 
Non-U.S. government and agency securities364  (1)363 
Corporate debt securities7,238 3 (327)6,914 
U.S. agency mortgage-backed securities2,421 14 (230)2,205 
Commercial paper1,484   1,484 
Certificates of deposit677   677 
Total$16,199 $18 $(625)$15,592 
July 30, 2022Amortized
Cost
Gross
Unrealized
Gains
Gross
Unrealized and Credit Losses
Fair
Value
U.S. government securities
$1,287 $— $(49)$1,238 
U.S. government agency securities 142 — (4)138 
Non-U.S. government and agency securities272 — — 272 
Corporate debt securities8,127 (311)7,818 
U.S. agency mortgage-backed securities2,134 — (158)1,976 
Commercial paper255 — — 255 
Certificates of deposit250 — — 250 
Total$12,467 $$(522)$11,947 
The following table presents the gross realized gains and gross realized losses related to available-for-sale debt investments (in millions):
Years EndedJuly 29, 2023July 30, 2022July 31, 2021
Gross realized gains$4 $27 $55 
Gross realized losses(25)(18)(2)
Total$(21)$$53 
The following tables present the breakdown of the available-for-sale debt investments with gross unrealized losses and the duration that those losses had been unrealized at July 29, 2023 and July 30, 2022 (in millions):
 UNREALIZED LOSSES
LESS THAN 12 MONTHS
UNREALIZED LOSSES
12 MONTHS OR GREATER
TOTAL
July 29, 2023Fair ValueGross
Unrealized
Losses
Fair ValueGross
Unrealized
Losses
Fair ValueGross 
Unrealized 
Losses
U.S. government securities$2,394 $(26)$931 $(36)$3,325 $(62)
U.S. government agency securities343 (2)72 (3)415 (5)
Non-U.S. government and agency securities363 (1)  363 (1)
Corporate debt securities1,736 (22)4,315 (275)6,051 (297)
U.S. agency mortgage-backed securities658 (13)1,438 (217)2,096 (230)
Commercial paper97    97  
Certificates of deposit2    2  
Total$5,593 $(64)$6,756 $(531)$12,349 $(595)
 UNREALIZED LOSSES
LESS THAN 12 MONTHS
UNREALIZED LOSSES
12 MONTHS OR GREATER
TOTAL
July 30, 2022Fair ValueGross
Unrealized
Losses
Fair ValueGross
Unrealized
Losses
Fair ValueGross 
Unrealized 
Losses
U.S. government securities$1,110 $(44)$120 $(5)$1,230 $(49)
U.S. government agency securities114 (2)24 (2)138 (4)
Non-U.S. government and agency securities264 — — — 264 — 
Corporate debt securities6,920 (240)422 (37)7,342 (277)
U.S. agency mortgage-backed securities1,305 (96)615 (62)1,920 (158)
Total$9,713 $(382)$1,181 $(106)$10,894 $(488)
The following table summarizes the maturities of our available-for-sale debt investments as of July 29, 2023 (in millions): 
Amortized CostFair Value
Within 1 year$5,510 $5,462 
After 1 year through 5 years8,197 7,856 
After 5 years through 10 years69 67 
After 10 years
Mortgage-backed securities with no single maturity2,421 2,205 
Total$16,199 $15,592 
Actual maturities may differ from the contractual maturities because borrowers may have the right to call or prepay certain obligations.
(b)Summary of Equity Investments
We held marketable equity securities of $431 million and $241 million as of July 29, 2023 and July 30, 2022, respectively. We recognized a net unrealized gain of $36 million during fiscal 2023 and a net unrealized loss of $38 million during fiscal 2022 on our marketable securities still held as of the reporting date. Our net adjustments to non-marketable equity securities measured using the measurement alternative still held was a net loss of $8 million and a net gain of $32 million for fiscal 2023 and 2022, respectively. We held equity interests in certain private equity funds of $0.9 billion and $1.1 billion as of July 29, 2023 and July 30, 2022, respectively, which are accounted for under the NAV practical expedient.
In the ordinary course of business, we have investments in privately held companies and provide financing to certain customers. These privately held companies and customers are evaluated for consolidation under the variable interest or voting interest entity models. We evaluate on an ongoing basis our investments in these privately held companies and our customer financings, and have determined that as of July 29, 2023, there were no additional significant variable interest or voting interest entities required to be consolidated in our Consolidated Financial Statements.
As of July 29, 2023, the carrying value of our investments in privately held companies was $1.8 billion. Of the total carrying value of our investments in privately held companies as of July 29, 2023, $1.0 billion of such investments are considered to be in variable interest entities which are unconsolidated. We have total funding commitments of $0.3 billion related to privately held investments, some of which may be based on the achievement of certain agreed-upon milestones or are required to be funded on demand. The carrying value of these investments and the additional funding commitments, collectively, represent our maximum exposure related to privately held investments.
v3.23.2
Fair Value
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
Fair Value Disclosures [Abstract]  
Fair Value Fair Value
(a)Assets and Liabilities Measured at Fair Value on a Recurring Basis
Assets and liabilities measured at fair value on a recurring basis were as follows (in millions):
JULY 29, 2023JULY 30, 2022
FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTSFAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS
Level 1Level 2Total
Balance
Level 1Level 2Total
Balance
Assets:
Cash equivalents:
Money market funds$6,496 $ $6,496 $3,930 $— $3,930 
Commercial paper 1,090 1,090 — 72 72 
Certificates of deposit 47 47 — 32 32 
Corporate debt securities 25 25 — 
U.S. government securities   — 12 12 
Available-for-sale debt investments:
U.S. government securities 3,526 3,526 — 1,238 1,238 
U.S. government agency securities 423 423 — 138 138 
Non-U.S. government and agency securities 363 363 — 272 272 
Corporate debt securities 6,914 6,914 — 7,818 7,818 
U.S. agency mortgage-backed securities 2,205 2,205 — 1,976 1,976 
Commercial paper 1,484 1,484 — 255 255 
Certificates of deposit 677 677 — 250 250 
Equity investments:
Marketable equity securities431  431 241 — 241 
Other current assets:
Money market funds188  188 — — — 
Other assets:
Money market funds1,313  1,313 1,500 — 1,500 
Derivative assets 32 32 — 78 78 
Total$8,428 $16,786 $25,214 $5,671 $12,142 $17,813 
Liabilities:
Derivative liabilities$ $75 $75 $— $89 $89 
Total$ $75 $75 $— $89 $89 
(b)Assets Measured at Fair Value on a Nonrecurring Basis
Our non-marketable equity securities using the measurement alternative are adjusted to fair value on a non-recurring basis. Adjustments are made when observable transactions for identical or similar investments of the same issuer occur, or due to impairment. These securities are classified as Level 3 in the fair value hierarchy because we estimate the value based on valuation methods using the observable transaction price at the transaction date and other unobservable inputs such as volatility, rights, and obligations of the securities we hold.
(c)Other Fair Value Disclosures
The fair value of our short-term loan receivables approximates their carrying value due to their short duration. The aggregate carrying value of our long-term loan receivables as of July 29, 2023 and July 30, 2022 was $2.9 billion and $3.4 billion, respectively. The estimated fair value of our long-term loan receivables approximates their carrying value. We use unobservable inputs in determining discounted cash flows to estimate the fair value of our long-term loan receivables, and therefore they are categorized as Level 3.
As of July 29, 2023 and July 30, 2022, the estimated fair value of our short-term debt approximates its carrying value due to the short maturities. As of July 29, 2023, the fair value of our senior notes was $8.7 billion, with a carrying amount of $8.4 billion. This compares to a fair value of $9.7 billion and a carrying amount of $8.9 billion as of July 30, 2022. The fair value of the senior notes was determined based on observable market prices in a less active market and was categorized as Level 2.
v3.23.2
Borrowings
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
Debt Disclosure [Abstract]  
Borrowings Borrowings
(a)Short-Term Debt
The following table summarizes our short-term debt (in millions, except percentages):
 July 29, 2023July 30, 2022
 AmountEffective RateAmountEffective Rate
Current portion of long-term debt$1,733 4.45 %$499 2.68 %
Commercial paper  600 2.05 %
Total$1,733 $1,099 
We have a short-term debt financing program of up to $10.0 billion through the issuance of commercial paper notes. We use the proceeds from the issuance of commercial paper notes for general corporate purposes.
The effective rates for the short- and long-term debt include the interest on the notes, the accretion of the discount, the issuance costs, and, if applicable, adjustments related to hedging.
(b)Long-Term Debt
The following table summarizes our long-term debt (in millions, except percentages):
 July 29, 2023July 30, 2022
 Maturity DateAmountEffective RateAmountEffective Rate
Senior notes:
Fixed-rate notes:
2.60%February 28, 2023$ $500 2.68%
2.20%September 20, 2023750 2.27%750 2.27%
3.625%March 4, 20241,000 6.08%1,000 2.69%
3.50%June 15, 2025500 6.38%500 3.20%
2.95%February 28, 2026750 3.01%750 3.01%
2.50%September 20, 20261,500 2.55%1,500 2.55%
5.90%February 15, 20392,000 6.11%2,000 6.11%
5.50%January 15, 20402,000 5.67%2,000 5.67%
Total8,500 9,000 
Unaccreted discount/issuance costs(68)(75)
Hedge accounting fair value adjustments(41)(10)
Total$8,391 $8,915 
Reported as:
Short-term debt$1,733 $499 
Long-term debt6,658 8,416 
Total$8,391 $8,915 
We have entered into interest rate swaps in prior periods with an aggregate notional amount of $1.5 billion designated as fair value hedges of certain of our fixed-rate senior notes. These swaps convert the fixed interest rates of the fixed-rate notes to floating interest rates based on SOFR. The gains and losses related to changes in the fair value of the interest rate swaps substantially offset changes in the fair value of the hedged portion of the underlying debt that are attributable to the changes in market interest rates. For additional information, see Note 13.
Interest is payable semiannually on each class of the senior fixed-rate notes. Each of the senior fixed-rate notes is redeemable by us at any time, subject to a make-whole premium. The senior notes rank at par with the commercial paper notes that may be issued in the future pursuant to our short-term debt financing program, as discussed above under “(a) Short-Term Debt.” As of July 29, 2023, we were in compliance with all debt covenants.
As of July 29, 2023, future principal payments for long-term debt, including the current portion, are summarized as follows (in millions):
Fiscal YearAmount
2024$1,750 
2025500 
2026750 
20271,500 
Thereafter4,000 
Total$8,500 
(c)Credit Facility
On May 13, 2021, we entered into a 5-year credit agreement with certain institutional lenders that provides for a $3.0 billion unsecured revolving credit facility that is scheduled to expire on May 13, 2026. As of July 29, 2023, we were in compliance with the required interest coverage ratio and the other covenants, and we had not borrowed any funds under the credit agreement. On April 18, 2023, we entered into an amendment to the credit agreement to replace the LIBOR index with Term SOFR.
Any advances under the 5-year credit agreement will accrue interest at rates that are equal to, based on certain conditions, either (a) with respect to loans in U.S. dollars, (i) Term SOFR (plus a 0.10% credit spread adjustment) or (ii) the Base Rate (to be defined as the highest of (x) the Bank of America prime rate, (y) the Federal Funds rate plus 0.50% and (z) Term SOFR plus 1.0%), (b) with respect to loans in Euros, EURIBOR, (c) with respect to loans in Yen, TIBOR and (d) with respect to loans in Pounds Sterling, SONIA, plus a margin that is based on our senior debt credit ratings as published by Standard & Poor’s Financial Services, LLC and Moody’s Investors Service, Inc., provided that in no event will the interest rate be less than 0.0%. We will pay a quarterly commitment fee during the term of the 5-year credit agreement which may vary depending on our senior debt credit ratings. In addition, the 5-year credit agreement incorporates certain sustainability-linked metrics. Specifically, our applicable interest rate and commitment fee are subject to upward or downward adjustments if we achieve, or fail to achieve, certain specified targets based on two key performance indicator metrics: (i) social impact and (ii) foam reduction. We may also, upon the agreement of either the then-existing lenders or additional lenders not currently parties to the agreement, increase the commitments under the credit facility by up to an additional $2.0 billion and, at our option, extend the maturity of the facility for an additional year up to two times. The credit agreement requires that we comply with certain covenants, including that we maintain an interest coverage ratio as defined in the agreement.
v3.23.2
Derivative Instruments
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosure [Abstract]  
Derivative Instruments Derivative Instruments
(a)Summary of Derivative Instruments
We use derivative instruments primarily to manage exposures to foreign currency exchange rate, interest rate, and equity price risks. Our primary objective in holding derivatives is to reduce the volatility of earnings and cash flows associated with changes in foreign currency exchange rates, interest rates, and equity prices. Our derivatives expose us to credit risk to the extent that the counterparties may be unable to meet the terms of the agreement. We do, however, seek to mitigate such risks by limiting our counterparties to major financial institutions and requiring collateral in certain cases. In addition, the potential risk of loss with any one counterparty resulting from this type of credit risk is monitored. Management does not expect material losses as a result of defaults by counterparties.
The fair values of our derivative instruments and the line items on the Consolidated Balance Sheets to which they were recorded are summarized as follows (in millions):
 DERIVATIVE ASSETSDERIVATIVE LIABILITIES
 Balance Sheet Line ItemJuly 29, 2023July 30, 2022Balance Sheet Line ItemJuly 29, 2023July 30, 2022
Derivatives designated as hedging instruments:
Foreign currency derivativesOther current assets$22 $55 Other current liabilities$ $— 
Foreign currency derivativesOther assets9 Other long-term liabilities — 
Interest rate derivativesOther current assets — Other current liabilities17 — 
Interest rate derivativesOther assets — Other long-term liabilities24 10 
Total31 64 41 10 
Derivatives not designated as hedging instruments:
Foreign currency derivativesOther current assets1 14 Other current liabilities25 69 
Foreign currency derivativesOther assets — Other long-term liabilities9 
Equity derivativesOther current assets — Other current liabilities 
Total1 14 34 79 
Total$32 $78 $75 $89 
The following amounts were recorded on the Consolidated Balance Sheets related to cumulative basis adjustments for our fair value hedges (in millions):
 CARRYING AMOUNT OF THE HEDGED ASSETS/(LIABILITIES)CUMULATIVE AMOUNT OF FAIR VALUE HEDGING ADJUSTMENT INCLUDED IN THE CARRYING AMOUNT OF THE HEDGED ASSETS/LIABILITIES
Balance Sheet Line Item of Hedged ItemJuly 29,
2023
July 30,
2022
July 29,
2023
July 30,
2022
Short-term debt$(983)$— $17 $— 
Long-term debt$(476)$(1,487)$24 $10 
The effect of derivative instruments designated as fair value hedges, recognized in interest and other income (loss), net is summarized as follows (in millions):
GAINS (LOSSES) FOR 
THE YEARS ENDED
July 29, 2023July 30, 2022July 31, 2021
Interest rate derivatives:
Hedged items$31 $116 $65 
Derivatives designated as hedging instruments(31)(118)(67)
Total$ $(2)$(2)
The effect on the Consolidated Statements of Operations of derivative instruments not designated as hedges is summarized as follows (in millions):
  GAINS (LOSSES) FOR 
THE YEARS ENDED
Derivatives Not Designated as Hedging InstrumentsLine Item in Statements of OperationsJuly 29, 2023July 30, 2022July 31, 2021
Foreign currency derivativesOther income (loss), net$1 $(237)$
Total return swaps—deferred compensationOperating expenses and other58 (92)157 
Equity derivativesOther income (loss), net13 20 
Total$72 $(320)$179 
The notional amounts of our outstanding derivatives are summarized as follows (in millions):
July 29, 2023July 30, 2022
Foreign currency derivatives$5,419 $4,521 
Interest rate derivatives1,500 1,500 
Total return swaps—deferred compensation792 651 
Total$7,711 $6,672 
(b)Offsetting of Derivative Instruments
We present our derivative instruments at gross fair values in the Consolidated Balance Sheets. However, our master netting and other similar arrangements with the respective counterparties allow for net settlement under certain conditions, which are designed to reduce credit risk by permitting net settlement with the same counterparty.
To further limit credit risk, we also enter into collateral security arrangements related to certain derivative instruments whereby cash is posted as collateral between the counterparties based on the fair market value of the derivative instrument. Under these collateral security arrangements, the net cash collateral provided for was $40 million and $14 million as of July 29, 2023 and July 30, 2022, respectively.
(c)Foreign Currency Exchange Risk
We conduct business globally in numerous currencies. Therefore, we are exposed to adverse movements in foreign currency exchange rates. To limit the exposure related to foreign currency changes, we enter into foreign currency contracts. We do not enter into such contracts for speculative purposes.
We hedge forecasted foreign currency transactions related to certain revenues, operating expenses and service cost of sales with currency options and forward contracts. These currency options and forward contracts, designated as cash flow hedges, generally have maturities of less than 24 months. The derivative instrument’s gain or loss is initially reported as a component of accumulated other comprehensive income (AOCI) and subsequently reclassified into earnings when the hedged exposure affects earnings.
We enter into foreign exchange forward and option contracts to reduce the short-term effects of foreign currency fluctuations on assets and liabilities such as foreign currency receivables, long-term customer financings and payables. These derivatives are not designated as hedging instruments. Gains and losses on the contracts are included in other income (loss), net, and substantially offset foreign exchange gains and losses from the remeasurement of intercompany balances, other current assets, or liabilities denominated in currencies other than the functional currency of the reporting entity.
We hedge certain net investments in our foreign operations with forward contracts to reduce the effects of foreign currency fluctuations on our net investment in those foreign subsidiaries. These derivative instruments generally have maturities of up to six months.
(d)Interest Rate Risk
We hold interest rate swaps designated as fair value hedges related to fixed-rate senior notes that are due in fiscal 2024 through 2025. Under these interest rate swaps, we receive fixed-rate interest payments and make interest payments based on SOFR plus a fixed number of basis points. The effect of such swaps is to convert the fixed interest rates of the senior fixed-rate notes to floating interest rates based on SOFR. The gains and losses related to changes in the fair value of the interest rate swaps are included in interest expense and substantially offset changes in the fair value of the hedged portion of the underlying debt that are attributable to the changes in market interest rates.
(e)Equity Price Risk
We hold marketable equity securities in our portfolio that are subject to price risk. To diversify our overall portfolio, we also hold equity derivatives that are not designated as accounting hedges. The change in the fair value of each of these investment types are included in other income (loss), net.
We are also exposed to variability in compensation charges related to certain deferred compensation obligations to employees. Although not designated as accounting hedges, we utilize derivatives such as total return swaps to economically hedge this exposure and offset the related compensation expense.
v3.23.2
Commitments and Contingencies
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract]  
Commitments and Contingencies Commitments and Contingencies
(a)Purchase Commitments with Contract Manufacturers and Suppliers
We purchase components from a variety of suppliers and use several contract manufacturers to provide manufacturing services for our products. During the normal course of business, in order to manage manufacturing lead times and help ensure adequate component supply, we enter into agreements with contract manufacturers and suppliers that allow them to procure inventory based upon criteria as defined by us or establish the parameters defining our requirements. A significant portion of our reported purchase commitments arising from these agreements consists of firm, noncancelable, and unconditional commitments. Certain of these inventory purchase commitments with contract manufacturers and suppliers relate to arrangements to secure supply and pricing for certain product components for multi-year periods. In certain instances, these agreements allow us the option to cancel, reschedule, and adjust our requirements based on our business needs prior to firm orders being placed.
The following table summarizes our inventory purchase commitments with contract manufacturers and suppliers (in millions):
Commitments by PeriodJuly 29,
2023
July 30,
2022
Less than 1 year$5,270 $9,954 
1 to 3 years1,783 2,240 
3 to 5 years200 770 
Total$7,253 $12,964 
We record a liability for firm, noncancelable, and unconditional purchase commitments for quantities in excess of our future demand forecasts consistent with the valuation of our excess and obsolete inventory. As of July 29, 2023 and July 30, 2022, the liability for these purchase commitments was $529 million and $313 million, respectively, and was included in other current liabilities.
(b)Other Commitments
In connection with our acquisitions, we have agreed to pay certain additional amounts contingent upon the achievement of certain agreed-upon technology, development, product, or other milestones or upon the continued employment with Cisco of certain employees of the acquired entities.
The following table summarizes the compensation expense related to acquisitions (in millions):
July 29, 2023July 30, 2022July 31, 2021
Compensation expense related to acquisitions$222 $271 $262 
As of July 29, 2023, we estimated that future cash compensation expense of up to $349 million may be required to be recognized pursuant to the applicable business combination agreements.
We also have certain funding commitments, primarily related to our privately held investments, some of which are based on the achievement of certain agreed-upon milestones or are required to be funded on demand. The funding commitments were $0.3 billion and $0.4 billion as of July 29, 2023 and July 30, 2022, respectively.
(c)Product Warranties
The following table summarizes the activity related to the product warranty liability (in millions):
July 29, 2023July 30, 2022July 31, 2021
Balance at beginning of fiscal year$333 $336 $331 
Provisions for warranties issued386 415 496 
Adjustments for pre-existing warranties18 — 
Settlements (408)(421)(491)
Balance at end of fiscal year$329 $333 $336 
We accrue for warranty costs as part of our cost of sales based on associated material product costs, labor costs for technical support staff, and associated overhead. Our products are generally covered by a warranty for periods ranging from 90 days to five years, and for some products we provide a limited lifetime warranty.
(d)Financing and Other Guarantees
In the ordinary course of business, we provide financing guarantees for various third-party financing arrangements extended to channel partners customers. Payments under these financing guarantee arrangements were not material for the periods presented.
Channel Partner Financing Guarantees   We facilitate arrangements for third-party financing extended to channel partners, consisting of revolving short-term financing, with payment terms generally ranging from 60 to 90 days. These financing arrangements facilitate the working capital requirements of the channel partners, and, in some cases, we guarantee a portion of these arrangements. The volume of channel partner financing was $32.1 billion, $27.9 billion, and $26.7 billion in fiscal 2023, 2022, and 2021, respectively. The balance of the channel partner financing subject to guarantees was $1.7 billion and $1.4 billion as of July 29, 2023 and July 30, 2022, respectively.
Financing Guarantee Summary   The aggregate amounts of channel partner financing guarantees outstanding at July 29, 2023 and July 30, 2022, representing the total maximum potential future payments under financing arrangements with third parties along with the related deferred revenue, are summarized in the following table (in millions):
July 29, 2023July 30, 2022
Maximum potential future payments$159 $188 
Deferred revenue(34)(9)
Total$125 $179 
(e)Indemnifications
In the normal course of business, we have indemnification obligations to other parties, including customers, lessors, and parties to other transactions with us, with respect to certain matters. We have agreed to indemnify against losses arising from a breach of representations or covenants or out of intellectual property infringement or other claims made against certain parties. These agreements may limit the time or circumstances within which an indemnification claim can be made and the amount of the claim.
It is not possible to determine the maximum potential amount for claims made under the indemnification obligations due to uncertainties in the litigation process, coordination with and contributions by other parties and the defendants in these types of cases, and the unique facts and circumstances involved in each particular case and agreement. Historically, indemnity payments made by us have not had a material effect on our Consolidated Financial Statements.
In addition, we have entered into indemnification agreements with our officers and directors, and our Amended and Restated Bylaws contain similar indemnification obligations to our agents.
(f)Legal Proceedings
Brazil Brazilian authorities have investigated our Brazilian subsidiary and certain of its former employees, as well as a Brazilian importer of our products, and its affiliates and employees, relating to alleged evasion of import taxes and alleged improper transactions involving the subsidiary and the importer. Brazilian tax authorities have assessed claims against our Brazilian subsidiary based on a theory of joint liability with the Brazilian importer for import taxes, interest, and penalties. In addition to claims asserted by the Brazilian federal tax authorities in prior fiscal years, tax authorities from the Brazilian state of Sao Paulo have asserted similar claims on the same legal basis in prior fiscal years.
The asserted claims by Brazilian federal tax authorities are for calendar years 2003 through 2007, and the asserted claims by the tax authorities from the state of Sao Paulo are for calendar years 2005 through 2007. The total asserted claims by Brazilian state and federal tax authorities aggregate to $171 million for the alleged evasion of import and other taxes, $974 million for interest, and $423 million for various penalties, all determined using an exchange rate as of July 29, 2023.
We have completed a thorough review of the matters and believe the asserted claims against our Brazilian subsidiary are without merit, and we are defending the claims vigorously. While we believe there is no legal basis for the alleged liability, due to the complexities and uncertainty surrounding the judicial process in Brazil and the nature of the claims asserting joint liability with the importer, we are unable to determine the likelihood of an unfavorable outcome against our Brazilian subsidiary and are unable to reasonably estimate a range of loss, if any. We do not expect a final judicial determination for several years.
Centripetal On February 13, 2018, Centripetal Networks, Inc. (“Centripetal”) asserted patent infringement claims against us in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia, alleging that several of our products and services infringe eleven Centripetal U.S. patents. The district court case went to trial on five asserted patents. Subsequently, on October 5, 2020, the district court issued a judgment finding validity and willful infringement of four of the asserted patents and non-infringement of the fifth patent and awarded $1.9 billion in damages and $14 million in pre-judgment interest, declined to issue an injunction
but, instead, awarded Centripetal a royalty against future revenue for an initial three-year term at a 10% rate, with a minimum and maximum annual royalty of $168 million and $300 million, respectively, and for a second three-year term at a 5% rate, with a minimum and maximum annual royalty of $84 million and $150 million, respectively. We appealed and, on June 23, 2022, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (“Federal Circuit”) vacated the district court’s final judgment, remanded the case back to the district court to be assigned to a new judge and ordered the district court to conduct additional proceedings. The district court held a hearing on these additional proceedings over three days beginning on June 22, 2023, and a decision is pending. Prior to the hearing, on May 24, 2023, the Patent Trial and Appeal Board cancelled all claims of one of the Centripetal patents that was the subject of the hearing. On August 9, 2022, Centripetal filed a petition for writ of certiorari in the U.S. Supreme Court challenging the Federal Circuit’s decision. The Supreme Court denied Centripetal’s petition on December 5, 2022.
Between April 2020 and February 2022, Centripetal filed complaints in the District Court of Dusseldorf in Germany (“German Court”), asserting a total of five patents and one utility model. Centripetal sought damages and injunctive relief in all cases. On December 10, 2021, the German Court rejected Centripetal’s complaints on two patents, and Centripetal has appealed. A hearing for a Cisco nullity action in the Federal Patent Court in Germany on one of those two patents occurred on August 1, 2022, and we are waiting for the Court’s opinion. On December 21, 2021, the German Court stayed its decision on infringement of the third patent pending a decision by the Federal Patent Court in a related nullity proceeding. On May 17, 2022, Centripetal withdrew its complaint for infringement of the German utility model. The German Court conducted a hearing on the remaining two Centripetal complaints on November 22, 2022. The German Court found no infringement on one patent and stayed the decision in the final case pending a decision by the European Patent Office in a related opposition proceeding.
On July 10, 2023, Centripetal filed a complaint in the Paris Judiciary Court asserting the French counterpart of a European Patent. Centripetal seeks damages and injunctive relief in the case. Centripetal previously asserted the German counterpart of the same European Patent in Germany and the German Court rejected Centripetal’s complaint finding no infringement.
Due to uncertainty surrounding patent litigation processes in the U.S. and Europe, we are unable to reasonably estimate the ultimate outcome of the litigations at this time. If we do not prevail in either litigation, we believe that any damages ultimately assessed would not have a material effect on our Consolidated Financial Statements.
Ramot On June 12, 2019, Ramot at Tel Aviv University Ltd. (“Ramot”) asserted patent infringement claims against us in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas (“E.D. Tex.”), seeking damages, including enhanced damages, and a royalty on future sales. Ramot alleges that certain Cisco optical transceiver modules and line cards infringe three patents. We challenged the validity of all three patents in the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (“PTO”) by way of ex parte reexamination proceedings and the pending District Court case has been stayed. On July 10, 2023, the PTO issued a reexamination certificate finding all amended claims patentable with respect to one asserted patent and reexamination proceedings for the other two asserted patents are still pending.
On February 26, 2021, Ramot asserted patent infringement claims against Acacia Communications, Inc. (“Acacia”) in the District of Delaware (“D. Del.”), seeking damages, including enhanced damages, and a royalty on future sales. Ramot alleges that certain Acacia optical transceiver modules and integrated circuits infringe two of the three patents that Ramot asserted in the E.D. Tex. case and this case is also stayed pending the reexamination proceedings referenced above.
On September 28, 2021 and May 24, 2022, Cisco and Acacia filed two declaratory judgment actions of noninfringement against Ramot in D. Del on other Ramot patents in the same family as those involved in the pending cases above. Ramot is asserting counterclaims for infringement of the same patents and seeks damages, including enhanced damages, and a royalty on future sales. While we believe that we have strong non-infringement and invalidity arguments in these litigations, and that Ramot’s damages theories in such cases are not supported by prevailing law, we are unable to reasonably estimate the ultimate outcome of these litigations at this time due to uncertainties in the litigation processes. If we do not prevail in court in these litigations, we believe any damages ultimately assessed would not have a material effect on our Consolidated Financial Statements.
Viasat On November 6, 2019, Viasat, Inc. (“Viasat”) filed suit against Acacia in the California Superior Court for San Diego County (“SDSC”), alleging contract and trade secret claims for certain Acacia products sold from January 1, 2019 forward (“Viasat 2019”). In May 2023, a judgment was entered against Cisco in Viasat 2019 for an amount that did not have a material effect on our Consolidated Financial Statements. Acacia has filed an appeal with the California Court of Appeal and no hearing date has been set.
On June 9, 2020, Viasat filed another suit in SDSC alleging contract and trade secret claims for sales of additional Acacia products (“Viasat 2020”). In October 2022, an amended complaint was filed in Viasat 2020 asserting the same claims but alleging additional information. A trial date has been set for January 26, 2024. We are unable to reasonably estimate the ultimate outcome of Viasat 2020 at this time due to uncertainties in the litigation processes. If we do not prevail, we believe that any relief ultimately assessed in Viasat 2020 will not have a material effect on our Consolidated Financial Statements.
Egenera On August 8, 2016, Egenera, Inc. (“Egenera”) asserted infringement claims against us in the U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts, alleging that Cisco’s Unified Computing System Manager infringes three patents. Egenera sought damages, including enhanced damages, and an injunction. Two of the asserted patents were dismissed, leaving Egenera’s infringement claim based on one asserted patent. On March 25, 2022, the PTO preliminarily found all of the asserted claims of the remaining patent unpatentable in ex parte reexamination proceedings. On August 15, 2022, after a jury trial for the remaining patent, the jury returned a verdict in favor of Cisco. The District Court denied Egenera’s post-trial motions, and Egenera filed an appeal to the Federal Circuit on January 13, 2023 and those proceedings are ongoing.
In addition to the above matters, we are subject to other legal proceedings, claims, and litigation arising in the ordinary course of business, including intellectual property litigation. While the outcome of these matters is currently not determinable, we do not believe that the ultimate costs to resolve these matters will have a material effect on our Consolidated Financial Statements.
For additional information regarding intellectual property litigation, see “Part I, Item 1A. Risk Factors—We may be found to infringe on intellectual property rights of others” herein.
v3.23.2
Stockholders' Equity
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
Stockholders' Equity Note [Abstract]  
Stockholders' Equity Stockholders’ Equity
(a)Stock Repurchase Program
In September 2001, our Board of Directors authorized a stock repurchase program. As of July 29, 2023, the remaining authorized amount for stock repurchases under this program was approximately $10.9 billion with no termination date.
A summary of the stock repurchase activity under the stock repurchase program, reported based on the trade date, is summarized as follows (in millions, except per-share amounts):
Years EndedSharesWeighted-Average Price per ShareAmount
July 29, 202388 $48.49 $4,271 
July 30, 2022146 $52.82 $7,734 
July 31, 202164 $45.48 $2,902 
There were $48 million, $70 million and $25 million in stock repurchases that were pending settlement as of July 29, 2023, July 30, 2022 and July 31, 2021, respectively.
The purchase price for the shares of our stock repurchased is reflected as a reduction to stockholders’ equity.
We are required to allocate the purchase price of the repurchased shares as (i) a reduction to retained earnings or an increase to accumulated deficit and (ii) a reduction of common stock and additional paid-in capital.
(b)Dividends Declared
On August 16, 2023, our Board of Directors declared a quarterly dividend of $0.39 per common share to be paid on October 25, 2023, to all stockholders of record as of the close of business on October 4, 2023. Future dividends will be subject to the approval of our Board of Directors.
(c)Preferred Stock
Under the terms of our Amended and Restated Certificate of Incorporation, the Board of Directors is authorized to issue preferred stock in one or more series and, in connection with the creation of such series, to fix by resolution the designation, powers (including voting powers (if any)), preferences and relative, participating, optional or other special rights, if any, of such series, and any qualifications, limitations or restrictions thereof, of the shares of such series. As of July 29, 2023, we had not issued any shares of preferred stock.
v3.23.2
Employee Benefit Plans
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
Retirement Benefits [Abstract]  
Employee Benefit Plans Employee Benefit Plans
(a)Employee Stock Incentive Plans
We have one stock incentive plan: the 2005 Stock Incentive Plan (the “2005 Plan”). In addition, we have, in connection with our acquisitions of various companies, assumed the share-based awards granted under stock incentive plans of the acquired companies or issued share-based awards in replacement thereof. Share-based awards are designed to reward employees for their long-term contributions to us and provide incentives for them to remain with us. The number and frequency of share-based awards are based on competitive practices, our operating results, government regulations, and other factors. Our primary stock incentive plan is summarized as follows:
The 2005 Plan provides for the granting of stock options, stock grants, stock units and stock appreciation rights (SARs), the vesting of which may be time-based or upon satisfaction of performance goals, or both, and/or other conditions. Employees (including employee directors and executive officers) and consultants of Cisco and its subsidiaries and affiliates and non-employee directors of Cisco are eligible to participate in the 2005 Plan. The 2005 Plan may be terminated by our Board of Directors at any time and for any reason, and is currently set to terminate at the 2030 Annual Meeting unless re-adopted or extended by our stockholders prior to or on such date.
Under the 2005 Plan’s share reserve feature, a distinction is made between the number of shares in the reserve attributable to (i) stock options and SARs and (ii) “full value” awards (i.e., stock grants and stock units). Shares issued as stock grants, pursuant to stock units or pursuant to the settlement of dividend equivalents are counted against shares available for issuance under the 2005 Plan on a 1.5-to-1 ratio. For each share awarded as restricted stock or a restricted stock unit award under the 2005 Plan, 1.5 shares was deducted from the available share-based award balance. If awards issued under the 2005 Plan are forfeited or terminated for any reason before being exercised or settled, then the shares underlying such awards, plus the number of additional shares, if any, that counted against shares available for issuance under the 2005 Plan at the time of grant as a result of the application of the share ratio described above, will become available again for issuance under the 2005 Plan. As of July 29, 2023, 124 million shares were authorized for future grant under the 2005 Plan.
(b)Employee Stock Purchase Plan
We have an Employee Stock Purchase Plan under which eligible employees are offered shares through a 24-month offering period, which consists of four consecutive 6-month purchase periods. Employees may purchase a limited amount of shares of our stock at a discount of up to 15% of the lesser of the fair market value at the beginning of the offering period or the end of each 6-month purchase period. The Employee Stock Purchase Plan is scheduled to terminate on the earlier of (i) January 3, 2030 and (ii) the date on which all shares available for issuance under the Employee Stock Purchase Plan are sold pursuant to exercised purchase rights. We issued 19 million, 18 million, and 17 million shares under the Employee Stock Purchase Plan in fiscal 2023, 2022, and 2021, respectively. As of July 29, 2023, 88 million shares were available for issuance under the Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
(c)Summary of Share-Based Compensation Expense
Share-based compensation expense consists primarily of expenses for RSUs, stock purchase rights, and stock options, granted to employees or assumed from acquisitions. The following table summarizes share-based compensation expense (in millions):
Years EndedJuly 29, 2023July 30, 2022July 31, 2021
Cost of sales—product$151 $112 $99 
Cost of sales—service245 199 176 
Share-based compensation expense in cost of sales396 311 275 
Research and development1,008 790 694 
Sales and marketing673 572 540 
General and administrative270 212 226 
Restructuring and other charges6 26 
Share-based compensation expense in operating expenses1,957 1,575 1,486 
Total share-based compensation expense$2,353 $1,886 $1,761 
Income tax benefit for share-based compensation$449 $457 $387 
As of July 29, 2023, the total compensation cost related to unvested share-based awards not yet recognized was $4.7 billion, which is expected to be recognized over approximately 2.2 years on a weighted-average basis.
(d)Restricted Stock Unit Awards
A summary of the restricted stock and stock unit activity, which includes time-based and performance-based or market-based RSUs, is as follows (in millions, except per-share amounts):
Restricted Stock/
Stock Units
Weighted-Average
Grant Date Fair
Value per Share
Aggregate Fair  Value
UNVESTED BALANCE AT JULY 25, 202096 $42.03 
Granted and assumed51 41.89 
Vested(39)39.63 $1,813 
Canceled/forfeited/other(14)42.13 
UNVESTED BALANCE AT JULY 31, 202194 42.93 
Granted and assumed52 50.06 
Vested(37)42.27 $1,979 
Canceled/forfeited/other(12)45.63 
UNVESTED BALANCE AT JULY 30, 202297 46.67 
Granted and assumed72 42.08 
Vested(39)46.69 $1,746 
Canceled/forfeited/other(8)45.17 
UNVESTED BALANCE AT JULY 29, 2023122 $44.04 
(e)Valuation of Employee Share-Based Awards
Time-based restricted stock units and PRSUs that are based on our financial performance metrics or non-financial operating goals are valued using the market value of our common stock on the date of grant, discounted for the present value of expected dividends. On the date of grant, we estimated the fair value of the total shareholder return (TSR) component of the PRSUs using a Monte Carlo simulation model. The PRSUs granted during the fiscal years presented are contingent on the achievement of our financial performance metrics, our comparative market-based returns, or the achievement of financial and non-financial operating goals.
The assumptions for the valuation of time-based RSUs and PRSUs are summarized as follows:
RESTRICTED STOCK UNITS
Years EndedJuly 29, 2023July 30, 2022July 31, 2021
Number of shares granted (in millions)70 50 48 
Grant date fair value per share$42.13 $49.68 $42.04 
Weighted-average assumptions/inputs:
   Expected dividend yield3.4 %2.9 %3.3 %
   Range of risk-free interest rates
3.7% 5.7%
0.0% 3.0%
0.0% 0.9%
PERFORMANCE BASED RESTRICTED STOCK UNITS
Years EndedJuly 29, 2023July 30, 2022July 31, 2021
Number of shares granted (in millions)2 
Grant date fair value per share$40.44 $59.64 $37.91 
Weighted-average assumptions/inputs:
   Expected dividend yieldN/A0.4 %3.6 %
   Range of risk-free interest ratesN/A
0.0% 0.7%
0.1% 0.4%
The assumptions for the valuation of employee stock purchase rights are summarized as follows:
 EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE RIGHTS
Years EndedJuly 29, 2023July 30, 2022July 31, 2021
Weighted-average assumptions:
   Expected volatility28.7 %27.9 %29.2 %
   Risk-free interest rate2.8 %0.1 %0.3 %
   Expected dividend3.6 %3.2 %3.2 %
   Expected life (in years)1.21.21.3
Weighted-average estimated grant date fair value per share$12.40 $12.90 $12.46 
The valuation of employee stock purchase rights and the related assumptions are for the employee stock purchases made during the respective fiscal years.
We used the implied volatility for traded options (with contract terms corresponding to the expected life of the employee stock purchase rights) on our stock as the expected volatility assumption required in the Black-Scholes model. The implied volatility is more representative of future stock price trends than historical volatility. The risk-free interest rate assumption is based upon observed interest rates appropriate for the term of our employee stock purchase rights. The dividend yield assumption is based on the history and expectation of dividend payouts at the grant date.
(f)Employee 401(k) Plans
We sponsor the Cisco Systems, Inc. 401(k) Plan (the “Plan”) to provide retirement benefits for our employees. As allowed under Section 401(k) of the Internal Revenue Code, the Plan provides for tax-deferred salary contributions and after-tax contributions for eligible employees. The Plan allows employees to contribute up to 75% of their annual eligible earnings to the Plan on a pretax and after-tax basis, including Roth contributions. Employee contributions are limited to a maximum annual amount as set periodically by the Internal Revenue Code. We match pretax and Roth employee contributions up to 100% of the first 4.5% of eligible earnings that are contributed by employees. Therefore, the maximum matching contribution that we may allocate to each participant’s account will not exceed $14,850 for the 2023 calendar year due to the $330,000 annual limit on eligible earnings imposed by the Internal Revenue Code. All matching contributions vest immediately. Our matching contributions to the Plan totaled $342 million, $306 million, and $290 million in fiscal 2023, 2022, and 2021, respectively.
The Plan allows employees who meet the age requirements and reach the Plan contribution limits to make catch-up contributions (pretax or Roth) not to exceed the lesser of 75% of their annual eligible earnings or the limit set forth in the Internal Revenue Code. Catch-up contributions are not eligible for matching contributions. In addition, the Plan provides for discretionary profit-sharing contributions as determined by the Board of Directors. Such contributions to the Plan are allocated among eligible participants in the proportion of their salaries to the total salaries of all participants. There were no discretionary profit-sharing contributions made in fiscal 2023, 2022, and 2021.
We also sponsor other 401(k) plans as a result of acquisitions of other companies. Our contributions to these plans were not material to Cisco on either an individual or aggregate basis for any of the fiscal years presented.
(g)Deferred Compensation Plans
The Cisco Systems, Inc. Deferred Compensation Plan (the “Deferred Compensation Plan”), a nonqualified deferred compensation plan, became effective in 2007. As required by applicable law, participation in the Deferred Compensation Plan is limited to a select group of our management employees. Under the Deferred Compensation Plan, which is an unfunded and unsecured deferred compensation arrangement, a participant may elect to defer base salary, bonus, and/or commissions, pursuant to such rules as may be established by Cisco, up to the maximum percentages for each deferral election as described in the plan. We may also, at our discretion, make a matching contribution to the employee under the Deferred Compensation Plan. A matching contribution equal to 4.5% of eligible compensation in excess of the Internal Revenue Code limit for qualified plans for calendar year 2023 that is deferred by participants under the Deferred Compensation Plan (with a $1.5 million cap on eligible compensation) will be made to eligible participants’ accounts at the end of calendar year 2023. The total deferred compensation liability under the Deferred Compensation Plan, together with deferred compensation plans assumed from acquired companies, was approximately $910 million and $760 million as of July 29, 2023 and July 30, 2022, respectively, and was recorded primarily in other long-term liabilities.
v3.23.2
Comprehensive Income (Loss)
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
Equity [Abstract]  
Comprehensive Income (Loss) Comprehensive Income (Loss)
The components of AOCI, net of tax, and the other comprehensive income (loss) are summarized as follows (in millions):
Net Unrealized Gains (Losses) on Available-for-Sale InvestmentsNet Unrealized Gains (Losses) Cash Flow Hedging InstrumentsCumulative Translation Adjustment and Actuarial Gains (Losses)Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)
BALANCE AT JULY 25, 2020$315 $(6)$(828)$(519)
Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications(141)20 229 108 
(Gains) losses reclassified out of AOCI(53)(14)(64)
Tax benefit (expense)61 (1)(2)58 
BALANCE AT JULY 31, 2021182 (1)(598)(417)
Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications(731)87 (647)(1,291)
(Gains) losses reclassified out of AOCI(9)(29)(36)
Tax benefit (expense)179 (13)(44)122 
BALANCE AT JULY 30, 2022(379)44 (1,287)(1,622)
Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications(113)29 116 32 
(Gains) losses reclassified out of AOCI21 (63)(1)(43)
Tax benefit (expense)31 8 19 58 
BALANCE AT JULY 29, 2023$(440)$18 $(1,153)$(1,575)
v3.23.2
Income Taxes
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]  
Income Taxes Income Taxes
(a)Provision for Income Taxes
The provision for income taxes consists of the following (in millions):
Years EndedJuly 29, 2023July 30, 2022July 31, 2021
Federal:
Current$3,754 $2,203 $1,959 
Deferred(1,955)(176)(203)
1,799 2,027 1,756 
State:
Current623 458 513 
Deferred(175)(156)(46)
448 302 467 
Foreign:
Current412 313 583 
Deferred46 23 (135)
458 336 448 
Total$2,705 $2,665 $2,671 
Income before provision for income taxes consists of the following (in millions):
Years EndedJuly 29, 2023July 30, 2022July 31, 2021
United States$14,074 $13,550 $12,335 
International1,244 927 927 
Total$15,318 $14,477 $13,262 
The items accounting for the difference between income taxes computed at the federal statutory rate and the provision for income taxes consist of the following:
Years EndedJuly 29, 2023July 30, 2022July 31, 2021
Federal statutory rate21.0 %21.0 %21.0 %
Effect of:
State taxes, net of federal tax benefit2.4 1.7 2.7 
Foreign income at other than U.S. rates(0.1)0.8 1.5 
Tax credits(0.3)(1.6)(1.4)
Foreign-derived intangible income deduction(5.8)(3.9)(4.2)
Stock-based compensation1.1 0.3 0.6 
Other, net(0.6)0.1 (0.1)
Total17.7 %18.4 %20.1 %
During fiscal 2023, we resolved certain items with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) related to the audit of our federal income tax returns for the fiscal years ended July 26, 2014 through July 30, 2016. As a result of the resolution, we recognized a net benefit to the provision for income taxes of $145 million, which included a reduction of interest expense of $53 million.
Foreign taxes associated with the repatriation of earnings of foreign subsidiaries were not provided on a cumulative total of $6.5 billion of undistributed earnings for certain foreign subsidiaries as of the end of fiscal 2023. We intend to reinvest these earnings indefinitely in such foreign subsidiaries. If these earnings were distributed in the form of dividends or otherwise, or if the shares of the relevant foreign subsidiaries were sold or otherwise transferred, we could be subject to additional income and withholding taxes. The amount of potential unrecognized deferred income tax liability related to these earnings is approximately $681 million.
Unrecognized Tax Benefits
The aggregate changes in the balance of gross unrecognized tax benefits were as follows (in millions):
Years EndedJuly 29, 2023July 30, 2022July 31, 2021
Beginning balance$3,101 $3,106 $2,518 
Additions based on tax positions related to the current year159 157 224 
Additions for tax positions of prior years261 74 618 
Reductions for tax positions of prior years(265)(81)(122)
Settlements(1,063)(69)(93)
Lapse of statute of limitations(56)(86)(39)
Ending balance$2,137 $3,101 $3,106 
As a result of resolving certain items related to the IRS audit of our federal tax income tax returns for the fiscal years ended July 26, 2014 through July 30, 2016, the amount of gross unrecognized tax benefits in fiscal 2023 was reduced by approximately $1.1 billion. We also reduced the amount of accrued interest by $69 million.
As of July 29, 2023, $1.7 billion of the unrecognized tax benefits would affect the effective tax rate if realized. We recognized net interest expense of $27 million, $33 million and $74 million during fiscal 2023, 2022, and 2021, respectively. Our net penalty expense for fiscal 2023, 2022, and 2021 was not material. Our total accrual for interest and penalties was $523 million, $486 million, and $444 million as of the end of fiscal 2023, 2022, and 2021, respectively. We are no longer subject to U.S. federal income tax audit for returns covering tax years through fiscal 2013. We are no longer subject to foreign or state income tax audits for returns covering tax years through fiscal 2003 and fiscal 2008, respectively.
We regularly engage in discussions and negotiations with tax authorities regarding tax matters in various jurisdictions. We believe it is reasonably possible that certain federal, foreign, and state tax matters may be concluded in the next 12 months. Specific positions that may be resolved include issues involving transfer pricing and various other matters. We estimate that the unrecognized tax benefits at July 29, 2023 could be reduced by $350 million in the next 12 months.
(b)Deferred Tax Assets and Liabilities
The following table presents the breakdown for net deferred tax assets (in millions):
July 29, 2023July 30, 2022
Deferred tax assets$6,576 $4,449 
Deferred tax liabilities(62)(55)
Total net deferred tax assets$6,514 $4,394 
The following table presents the components of the deferred tax assets and liabilities (in millions):
July 29, 2023July 30, 2022
ASSETS
Allowance for accounts receivable and returns$81 $90 
Sales-type and direct-financing leases22 29 
Inventory write-downs and capitalization452 430 
Deferred foreign income218 210 
IPR&D and purchased intangible assets1,082 1,184 
Depreciation16 10 
Deferred revenue1,801 1,744 
Credits and net operating loss carryforwards1,218 1,336 
Share-based compensation expense198 138 
Accrued compensation328 333 
Lease liabilities246 248 
Capitalized research expenditures2,042 149 
Other484 439 
Gross deferred tax assets8,188 6,340 
Valuation allowance(754)(834)
Total deferred tax assets7,434 5,506 
LIABILITIES
Goodwill and purchased intangible assets(602)(767)
Unrealized gains on investments (26)
ROU lease assets(234)(237)
Other(84)(82)
Total deferred tax liabilities(920)(1,112)
Total net deferred tax assets$6,514 $4,394 
The changes in the valuation allowance for deferred tax assets are summarized as follows (in millions):
July 29, 2023July 30, 2022July 31, 2021
Balance at beginning of fiscal year$834 $771 $700 
Additions35 84 91 
Deductions(18)(10)(5)
Write-offs(93)(12)(16)
Foreign exchange and other(4)
Balance at end of fiscal year$754 $834 $771 
As of July 29, 2023, our federal, state, and foreign net operating loss carryforwards before valuation allowance for income tax purposes were $320 million, $879 million, and $524 million, respectively. A significant amount of the net operating loss carryforwards relates to acquisitions and, as a result, is limited in the amount that can be recognized in any one year. If not utilized, the federal, state, and foreign net operating loss carryforwards will begin to expire in fiscal 2024. We have provided a valuation allowance of $82 million and $10 million for deferred tax assets related to foreign and state net operating losses respectively that are not expected to be realized.
As of July 29, 2023, our federal, state, and foreign tax credit carryforwards for income tax purposes before valuation allowance were approximately $5 million, $1.6 billion, and $2 million, respectively. The federal tax credit carryforwards will begin to expire in fiscal 2026. The majority of state and foreign tax credits can be carried forward indefinitely. We have provided a valuation allowance of $594 million for deferred tax assets related to state and foreign tax credits carryforwards that are not expected to be realized.
v3.23.2
Segment Information and Major Customers
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
Segment Reporting [Abstract]  
Segment Information and Major Customers Segment Information and Major Customers
(a)Revenue and Gross Margin by Segment
We conduct business globally and are primarily managed on a geographic basis consisting of three segments: the Americas, EMEA, and APJC. Our management makes financial decisions and allocates resources based on the information it receives from our internal management system. Sales are attributed to a segment based on the ordering location of the customer. We do not allocate research and development, sales and marketing, or general and administrative expenses to our segments in this internal management system because management does not include the information in our measurement of the performance of the operating segments. In addition, we do not allocate amortization and impairment of acquisition-related intangible assets, share-based compensation expense, significant litigation settlements and other contingencies, charges related to asset impairments and restructurings, and certain other charges to the gross margin for each segment because management does not include this information in our measurement of the performance of the operating segments.
Summarized financial information by segment for fiscal 2023, 2022, and 2021, based on our internal management system and as utilized by our Chief Operating Decision Maker (CODM), is as follows (in millions):
Years EndedJuly 29, 2023July 30, 2022July 31, 2021
Revenue:
Americas$33,447 $29,814 $29,161 
EMEA15,135 13,715 12,951 
APJC8,417 8,027 7,706 
Total$56,998 $51,557 $49,818 
Gross margin:
Americas$21,350 $19,117 $19,499 
EMEA10,016 8,969 8,466 
APJC5,424 5,241 4,949 
Segment total36,788 33,326 32,914 
Unallocated corporate items(1,035)(1,078)(1,020)
Total$35,753 $32,248 $31,894 
Amounts may not sum due to rounding.
Revenue in the United States was $29.9 billion, $26.7 billion, and $26.1 billion for fiscal 2023, 2022, and 2021, respectively.
(b)Revenue for Groups of Similar Products and Services
We design and sell IP-based networking and other products related to the communications and IT industry and provide services associated with these products and their use.
The following table presents revenue for groups of similar products and services (in millions):
Years EndedJuly 29, 2023July 30, 2022July 31, 2021
Revenue:
Secure, Agile Networks$29,105 $23,831 $22,725 
Internet for the Future5,306 5,276 4,511 
Collaboration4,052 4,472 4,727 
End-to-End Security3,859 3,699 3,382 
Optimized Application Experiences811 729 654 
Other Products9 11 15 
Total Product43,142 38,018 36,014 
Services13,856 13,539 13,804 
Total$56,998 $51,557 $49,818 
Amounts may not sum due to rounding. We have made certain reclassifications to the amounts for prior fiscal years to conform to the current fiscal year's presentation.
(c)Additional Segment Information
No single customer accounted for 10% or more of revenue in fiscal 2023, 2022, and 2021.
The majority of our assets as of July 29, 2023 and July 30, 2022 were attributable to our U.S. operations. Our long-lived assets are based on the physical location of the assets. The following table presents our long-lived assets, which consists of property and equipment, net and operating lease right-of-use assets information for geographic areas (in millions):
July 29, 2023July 30, 2022July 31, 2021
Long-lived assets:
United States$2,113 $2,004 $2,189 
International943 997 1,244 
Total$3,056 $3,001 $3,433 
v3.23.2
Net Income per Share
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
Earnings Per Share [Abstract]  
Net Income per Share Net Income per Share
The following table presents the calculation of basic and diluted net income per share (in millions, except per-share amounts):
Years EndedJuly 29, 2023July 30, 2022July 31, 2021
Net income$12,613 $11,812 $10,591 
Weighted-average shares—basic4,093 4,170 4,222 
Effect of dilutive potential common shares12 22 14 
Weighted-average shares—diluted4,105 4,192 4,236 
Net income per share—basic$3.08 $2.83 $2.51 
Net income per share—diluted$3.07 $2.82 $2.50 
Antidilutive employee share-based awards, excluded86 70 69 
v3.23.2
Pay vs Performance Disclosure - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Jul. 31, 2021
Pay vs Performance Disclosure      
Net income $ 12,613 $ 11,812 $ 10,591
v3.23.2
Insider Trading Arrangements
3 Months Ended 12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
shares
Jul. 29, 2023
shares
Trading Arrangements, by Individual    
Non-Rule 10b5-1 Arrangement Adopted false  
Rule 10b5-1 Arrangement Terminated false  
Non-Rule 10b5-1 Arrangement Terminated false  
Jeff Sharritts [Member]    
Trading Arrangements, by Individual    
Material Terms of Trading Arrangement   On June 13, 2023, Jeff Sharritts, Cisco’s Executive Vice President and Chief Customer and Partner Officer, adopted a trading plan intended to satisfy the affirmative defense conditions of Rule 10b5-1(c) under the Exchange Act. Mr. Sharritts’ trading plan provides for the sale of 146,825 gross shares (with any shares underlying performance-based equity awards being calculated at target), plus any related dividend-equivalent shares earned with respect to such shares and excluding, as applicable, any shares withheld to satisfy tax withholding obligations in connection with the net settlement of the equity awards. Mr. Sharritts’ trading plan is scheduled to terminate on June 21, 2024, subject to early termination for certain specified events set forth therein.
Name Jeff Sharritts  
Title Executive Vice President and Chief Customer and Partner Officer  
Rule 10b5-1 Arrangement Adopted true  
Adoption Date June 13, 2023  
Arrangement Duration 374 days  
Aggregate Available 146,825 146,825
v3.23.2
Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Policies)
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
Accounting Policies [Abstract]  
Fiscal Period The fiscal year for Cisco Systems, Inc. (the “Company,” “Cisco,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is the 52 or 53 weeks ending on the last Saturday in July. Fiscal 2023 and fiscal 2022 were each 52-week fiscal years, and fiscal 2021 was a 53-week fiscal year.
Basis of Presentation The Consolidated Financial Statements include our accounts and those of our subsidiaries. All intercompany accounts and transactions have been eliminated. We conduct business globally and are primarily managed on a geographic basis in the following three geographic segments: the Americas; Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA); and Asia Pacific, Japan, and China (APJC).Our consolidated financial statements include our accounts and investments consolidated under the voting interest model. The noncontrolling interests attributed to these investments are not presented as a separate component in the equity section of the Consolidated Balance Sheets as these amounts are not material for any of the fiscal periods presented. The share of earnings attributable to the noncontrolling interests are not presented separately in the Consolidated Statements of Operations as these amounts are not material for any of the fiscal periods presented.
Reclassifications Certain reclassifications have been made to the amounts for prior years in order to conform to the current year’s presentation. We have evaluated subsequent events through the date that the financial statements were issued.
Cash and Cash Equivalents (a) Cash and Cash Equivalents   We consider all highly liquid investments purchased with an original or remaining maturity of three months or less at the date of purchase to be cash equivalents. Cash and cash equivalents are maintained with various financial institutions.
Available-for-Sale Debt Investments and Equity Instruments
(b) Available-for-Sale Debt Investments   We classify our investments in fixed income securities as available-for-sale debt investments. Our available-for-sale debt investments primarily consist of U.S. government, U.S. government agency, non-U.S. government and agency, corporate debt, U.S. agency mortgage-backed securities, commercial paper and certificates of deposit. These available-for-sale debt investments are primarily held in the custody of a major financial institution. A specific identification method is used to determine the cost basis of available-for-sale debt investments sold. These investments are recorded in the Consolidated Balance Sheets at fair value. Unrealized gains and losses on these investments are included as a separate component of accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) (AOCI), net of tax. We classify our investments as current based on the nature of the investments and their availability for use in current operations.
(c) Equity Instruments Our equity investments are accounted for as follows:
Marketable equity securities have readily determinable fair value (RDFV) that are measured and recorded at fair value through income.
Non-marketable equity securities do not have RDFV and are measured using a measurement alternative recorded at cost less any impairment, plus or minus changes resulting from qualifying observable price changes. For certain of these securities, we have elected to apply the net asset value (NAV) practical expedient. The NAV is the estimated fair value of these investments.
Equity method investments are securities we do not control, but are able to exert significant influence over the investee. These investments are measured at cost less any impairment, plus or minus our share of equity method investee income or loss.
Impairments of Investments and Allowance for Accounts Receivable, Contract Assets and Financing Receivables
(d) Impairments of Investments   For our available-for-sale debt securities in an unrealized loss position, we determine whether a credit loss exists. In this assessment, among other factors, we consider the extent to which the fair value is less than the amortized cost, any changes to the rating of the security by a rating agency, and adverse conditions specifically related to the security. If factors indicate a credit loss exists, an allowance for credit loss is recorded to other income (loss), net, limited by the amount that the fair value is less than the amortized cost basis. The amount of fair value change relating to all other factors will be recognized in other comprehensive income (OCI).
We hold non-marketable equity and other investments (“privately held investments”) which are included in other assets in the Consolidated Balance Sheets. We monitor these investments for impairments and make reductions in carrying values if we determine that an impairment charge is required based primarily on the financial condition and near-term prospects of these companies.
(f) Allowance for Accounts Receivable, Contract Assets and Financing Receivables   We estimate our allowances for credit losses using relevant available information from internal and external sources, related to past events, current conditions and reasonable and supportable forecasts. Historical credit loss experience provides the basis for the estimation of expected credit losses. When assessing for credit losses, we determine collectibility by pooling our assets with similar characteristics.
The allowances for credit losses are each measured on a collective basis when similar risk characteristics exist. Our internal credit risk ratings are categorized as 1 through 10, with the lowest credit risk rating representing the highest quality. Assets that do not share risk characteristics are evaluated on an individual basis. The allowances for credit losses are each measured by multiplying the exposure probability of default, the probability the asset will default within a given time frame, by the loss given default rate, the percentage of the asset not expected to be collected due to default, based on the pool of assets.
Probability of default rates are published quarterly by third-party credit agencies. Adjustments to our internal credit risk ratings may take into account including, but not limited to, various customer-specific factors, the potential sovereign risk of the geographic locations in which the customer is operating and macroeconomic conditions. These factors are updated regularly or when facts and circumstances indicate that an update is deemed necessary.
Inventories (e) Inventories   Inventories are stated at the lower of cost or net realizable value. Cost is computed using standard cost, which approximates actual cost, on a first-in, first-out basis. We provide inventory write-downs based on excess and obsolete inventories determined primarily by future demand forecasts. The write-down is measured as the difference between the cost of the inventory and net realizable value based upon assumptions about future demand and charged to the provision for inventory, which is a component of cost of sales. At the point of the loss recognition, a new, lower cost basis for that inventory is established, and subsequent changes in facts and circumstances do not result in the restoration or increase in that newly established cost basis. In addition, we record a liability for firm, noncancelable, and unconditional purchase commitments with contract manufacturers and suppliers for quantities in excess of our future demand forecasts consistent with our valuation of excess and obsolete inventory.
Financing Receivables and Guarantees
(g) Financing Receivables and Guarantees   We provide financing arrangements, including loan receivables and lease receivables, for certain qualified end-user customers to build, maintain, and upgrade their networks. Loan receivables represent financing arrangements related to the sale of our hardware, software, and services (including technical support and advanced services), and also may include additional funding for other costs associated with network installation and integration of our products and services. Loan receivables have terms of one year to three years on average. Lease receivables represent sales-type leases resulting from the sale of Cisco’s and complementary third-party products and are typically collateralized by a security interest in the underlying assets. Lease receivables consist of arrangements with terms of four years on average.
Outstanding financing receivables that are aged 31 days or more from the contractual payment date are considered past due. We do not accrue interest on financing receivables that are considered impaired and more than 120 days past due unless either the receivable has not been collected due to administrative reasons or the receivable is well secured and in the process of collection. Financing receivables may be placed on nonaccrual status earlier if, in management’s opinion, a timely collection of the full principal and interest becomes uncertain. After a financing receivable has been categorized as nonaccrual, interest will be recognized when cash is received. A financing receivable may be returned to accrual status after all of the customer’s delinquent balances of principal and interest have been settled, and the customer remains current for an appropriate period.
We facilitate arrangements for third-party financing extended to channel partners, consisting of revolving short-term financing, generally with payment terms ranging from 60 to 90 days. In certain instances, these financing arrangements result in a transfer of our receivables to the third party. The receivables are derecognized upon transfer, as these transfers qualify as true sales, and we receive a payment for the receivables from the third party based on our standard payment terms. These financing arrangements facilitate the working capital requirements of the channel partners, and, in some cases, we guarantee a portion of these arrangements. We could be called upon to make payments under these guarantees in the event of nonpayment by the channel partners. Deferred revenue relating to these financing arrangements is recorded in accordance with revenue recognition policies or for the fair value of the financing guarantees.
Financing receivables primarily consist of loan receivables and lease receivables. Loan receivables represent financing arrangements related to the sale of our hardware, software, and services (including technical support and advanced services), and also may include additional funding for other costs associated with network installation and integration of our products and services. Loan receivables have terms of one year to three years on average. Lease receivables represent sales-type leases resulting from the sale of Cisco’s and complementary third-party products and are typically collateralized by a security interest in the underlying assets. Lease receivables consist of arrangements with terms of four years on average.
Leases
(h) Leases We lease real estate, information technology (IT) and other equipment and vehicles. We also have arrangements with certain suppliers and contract manufacturers which includes the leasing of dedicated space and equipment costs. Our leases have the option to extend or terminate the lease when it is reasonably certain that we will exercise that option.
As a lessee, we determine if an arrangement is a lease at commencement. Our ROU lease assets represent our right to use an underlying asset for the lease term and lease liabilities represent our obligation to make lease payments related to the lease. Operating lease ROU assets and liabilities are recognized at the commencement date based on the present value of lease payments over the lease term. We use incremental borrowing rates based on information available at the commencement date to determine the present value of our lease payments. Certain of our lease agreements contain variable lease payments. Our variable lease payments can fluctuate depending on the level of activity or the cost of certain services where we have elected to
combine lease and non-lease components. While these payments are not included as part of our lease liabilities, they are recognized as variable lease expense in the period they are incurred.
We provide leasing of our equipment and complementary third-party products primarily through our channel partners and distributors, for which the income arising from these leases is recognized through interest income. As a lessor, we determine if an arrangement is a lease at inception. We provide leasing arrangements for our equipment to certain qualified customers. Our lease portfolio primarily consists of sales-type leases. We allocate the consideration in a bundled contract with our customers based on relative standalone selling prices of our lease and non-lease components. The residual value on our leased equipment is determined at the inception of the lease based on an analysis of estimates of the value of equipment, market factors and historical customer behavior. Residual value estimates are reviewed on a periodic basis and other-than-temporary declines are expensed in the period they occur. Our leases generally provide an end-of-term option for the customer to extend the lease under mutually-agreed terms, return the leased equipment, or purchase the equipment for either the then-market value of the equipment or a pre-determined purchase price. If a customer chooses to terminate their lease prior to the original end of term date, the customer is required to pay all remaining lease payments in full.
Leases
(h) Leases We lease real estate, information technology (IT) and other equipment and vehicles. We also have arrangements with certain suppliers and contract manufacturers which includes the leasing of dedicated space and equipment costs. Our leases have the option to extend or terminate the lease when it is reasonably certain that we will exercise that option.
As a lessee, we determine if an arrangement is a lease at commencement. Our ROU lease assets represent our right to use an underlying asset for the lease term and lease liabilities represent our obligation to make lease payments related to the lease. Operating lease ROU assets and liabilities are recognized at the commencement date based on the present value of lease payments over the lease term. We use incremental borrowing rates based on information available at the commencement date to determine the present value of our lease payments. Certain of our lease agreements contain variable lease payments. Our variable lease payments can fluctuate depending on the level of activity or the cost of certain services where we have elected to
combine lease and non-lease components. While these payments are not included as part of our lease liabilities, they are recognized as variable lease expense in the period they are incurred.
We provide leasing of our equipment and complementary third-party products primarily through our channel partners and distributors, for which the income arising from these leases is recognized through interest income. As a lessor, we determine if an arrangement is a lease at inception. We provide leasing arrangements for our equipment to certain qualified customers. Our lease portfolio primarily consists of sales-type leases. We allocate the consideration in a bundled contract with our customers based on relative standalone selling prices of our lease and non-lease components. The residual value on our leased equipment is determined at the inception of the lease based on an analysis of estimates of the value of equipment, market factors and historical customer behavior. Residual value estimates are reviewed on a periodic basis and other-than-temporary declines are expensed in the period they occur. Our leases generally provide an end-of-term option for the customer to extend the lease under mutually-agreed terms, return the leased equipment, or purchase the equipment for either the then-market value of the equipment or a pre-determined purchase price. If a customer chooses to terminate their lease prior to the original end of term date, the customer is required to pay all remaining lease payments in full.
Depreciation and Amortization
(i) Depreciation and Amortization   Property and equipment are stated at cost, less accumulated depreciation or amortization, whenever applicable. Depreciation and amortization expenses for property and equipment were approximately $0.7 billion, $0.8 billion, and $0.8 billion for fiscal 2023, 2022, and 2021, respectively. Depreciation and amortization are computed using the straight-line method, generally over the following periods:
Asset CategoryPeriod
Buildings
25 years
Building improvements
10 years
Leasehold improvements
Shorter of remaining lease term or up to 10 years
Computer equipment and related software
30 to 36 months
Production, engineering, and other equipment
Up to 5 years
Operating lease assetsBased on lease term
Furniture and fixtures
5 years
Business Combinations (j) Business Combinations We allocate the fair value of the purchase consideration of our acquisitions to the tangible assets, liabilities, and intangible assets acquired, including in-process research and development (IPR&D), based on their estimated fair values. The excess of the fair value of purchase consideration over the fair values of these identifiable assets and liabilities is recorded as goodwill. IPR&D is initially capitalized at fair value as an intangible asset with an indefinite life and assessed for impairment thereafter. When an IPR&D project is completed, the IPR&D is reclassified as an amortizable purchased intangible asset and amortized over the asset’s estimated useful life. Acquisition-related expenses and related restructuring costs are recognized separately from the business combination and are expensed as incurred.
Goodwill and Purchased Intangible Assets (k) Goodwill and Purchased Intangible Assets   Goodwill is tested for impairment on an annual basis in the fourth fiscal quarter and, when specific circumstances dictate, between annual tests. When impaired, the carrying value of goodwill is written down to fair value. Identifying a potential impairment consists of comparing the fair value of a reporting unit with its carrying amount, including goodwill. Purchased intangible assets with finite lives are carried at cost, less accumulated amortization. Amortization is computed over the estimated useful lives of the respective assets. See “Long-Lived Assets” for our policy regarding impairment testing of purchased intangible assets with finite lives. Purchased intangible assets with indefinite lives are assessed for potential impairment annually or when events or circumstances indicate that their carrying amounts might be impaired.
Long-Lived Assets (l) Long-Lived Assets   Long-lived assets that are held and used by us are reviewed for impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amount of such assets may not be recoverable. Determination of recoverability of long-lived assets is based on an estimate of the undiscounted future cash flows resulting from the use of the asset and its eventual disposition. Measurement of an impairment loss for long-lived assets that management expects to hold and use is based on the difference between the fair value of the asset and its carrying value. Long-lived assets to be disposed of are reported at the lower of carrying amount or fair value less costs to sell.
Fair Value (m) Fair Value   Fair value is defined as the price that would be received from selling an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants at the measurement date. When determining the fair value measurements for assets and liabilities required or permitted to be either recorded or disclosed at fair value, we consider the principal or most advantageous market in which we would transact, and we also consider assumptions that market participants would use when pricing the asset or liability.
The accounting guidance for fair value measurement requires an entity to maximize the use of observable inputs and minimize the use of unobservable inputs when measuring fair value. The standard establishes a fair value hierarchy based on the level of independent, objective evidence surrounding the inputs used to measure fair value. A financial instrument’s categorization within the fair value hierarchy is based upon the lowest level of input that is significant to the fair value measurement.
The fair value hierarchy is as follows:
Level 1 applies to assets or liabilities for which there are quoted prices in active markets for identical assets or liabilities.
Level 2 applies to assets or liabilities for which there are inputs other than quoted prices that are observable for the asset or liability such as quoted prices for similar assets or liabilities in active markets; quoted prices for identical assets or liabilities in markets with insufficient volume or infrequent transactions (less active markets); or model-derived valuations in which significant inputs are observable or can be derived principally from, or corroborated by, observable market data. We use inputs such as actual trade data, benchmark yields, broker/dealer quotes, and other similar data, which are obtained from quoted market prices, independent pricing vendors, or other sources, to determine the ultimate fair value of assets or liabilities.
Level 3 applies to assets or liabilities for which there are unobservable inputs to the valuation methodology that are significant to the measurement of the fair value of the assets or liabilities. The fair values are determined based on model-based techniques such as discounted cash flow models using inputs that we could not corroborate with market data.
Our non-marketable equity securities using the measurement alternative are adjusted to fair value on a non-recurring basis. Adjustments are made when observable transactions for identical or similar investments of the same issuer occur, or due to impairment. These securities are classified as Level 3 in the fair value hierarchy because we estimate the value based on valuation methods using the observable transaction price at the transaction date and other unobservable inputs such as volatility, rights, and obligations of the securities we hold.
Derivative Instruments (n) Derivative Instruments   We recognize derivative instruments as either assets or liabilities and measure those instruments at fair value. The accounting for changes in the fair value of a derivative depends on the intended use of the derivative and the resulting designation. For a derivative instrument designated as a fair value hedge, the gain or loss is recognized in earnings in the period of change together with the offsetting loss or gain on the hedged item attributed to the risk being hedged. For a derivative instrument designated as a cash flow hedge, the gain or loss is initially reported as a component of AOCI and subsequently reclassified into earnings when the hedged exposure affects earnings. For a derivative instrument designated as a net investment hedge of our foreign operations, the gain or loss is recorded in the cumulative translation adjustment within AOCI together with the offsetting loss or gain of the hedged exposure of the underlying foreign operations. For derivative instruments that are not designated as accounting hedges, changes in fair value are recognized in earnings in the period of change. We record derivative instruments in the statements of cash flows to operating, investing, or financing activities consistent with the cash flows of the hedged item.Hedge effectiveness for foreign exchange forward contracts used as cash flow hedges is assessed by comparing the change in the fair value of the hedge contract with the change in the fair value of the forecasted cash flows of the hedged item. Hedge effectiveness for equity forward contracts and foreign exchange net investment hedge forward contracts is assessed by comparing changes in fair value due to changes in spot rates for both the derivative and the hedged item. For foreign exchange option contracts, hedge effectiveness is assessed based on the hedging instrument’s entire change in fair value. Hedge effectiveness for interest rate swaps is assessed by comparing the change in fair value of the swap with the change in the fair value of the hedged item due to changes in the benchmark interest rate.We use derivative instruments primarily to manage exposures to foreign currency exchange rate, interest rate, and equity price risks. Our primary objective in holding derivatives is to reduce the volatility of earnings and cash flows associated with changes in foreign currency exchange rates, interest rates, and equity prices. Our derivatives expose us to credit risk to the extent that the counterparties may be unable to meet the terms of the agreement. We do, however, seek to mitigate such risks by limiting our counterparties to major financial institutions and requiring collateral in certain cases. In addition, the potential risk of loss with any one counterparty resulting from this type of credit risk is monitored. Management does not expect material losses as a result of defaults by counterparties.
Foreign Currency Translation (o) Foreign Currency Translation   Assets and liabilities of non-U.S. subsidiaries that operate in a local currency environment, where that local currency is the functional currency, are translated to U.S. dollars at exchange rates in effect at the balance sheet date, with the resulting translation adjustments directly recorded to a separate component of AOCI. Income and expense accounts are translated at average exchange rates during the year. Remeasurement adjustments are recorded in other income (loss), net.
Concentrations of Risk
(p) Concentrations of Risk   Cash and cash equivalents are maintained with several financial institutions. Deposits held with banks may exceed the amount of insurance provided on such deposits. Generally, these deposits may be redeemed upon demand and are maintained with financial institutions with reputable credit and therefore bear minimal credit risk. We seek to mitigate our credit risks by spreading such risks across multiple counterparties and monitoring the risk profiles of these counterparties.
We perform ongoing credit evaluations of our customers and, with the exception of certain financing transactions, do not require collateral from our customers. We receive certain of our components from sole suppliers. Additionally, we rely on a limited number of contract manufacturers and suppliers to provide manufacturing services for our products. The inability of a contract manufacturer or supplier to fulfill our supply requirements could materially impact future operating results.
Revenue Recognition (q) Revenue Recognition   We enter into contracts with customers that can include various combinations of products and services which are generally distinct and accounted for as separate performance obligations. As a result, our contracts may contain multiple performance obligations. We determine whether arrangements are distinct based on whether the customer can benefit from the product or service on its own or together with other resources that are readily available and whether our commitment to transfer the product or service to the customer is separately identifiable from other obligations in the contract. We classify our hardware, perpetual software licenses, and SaaS as distinct performance obligations. Term software licenses
represent multiple obligations, which include software licenses and software maintenance. In transactions where we deliver hardware or software, we are typically the principal and we record revenue and costs of goods sold on a gross basis. We refer to our term software licenses, security software licenses, SaaS, and associated service arrangements as subscription offers.
We recognize revenue upon transfer of control of promised goods or services in a contract with a customer in an amount that reflects the consideration we expect to receive in exchange for those products or services. Transfer of control occurs once the customer has the contractual right to use the product, generally upon shipment, electronic delivery (or when the software is available for download by the customer), or once title and risk of loss has transferred to the customer. Transfer of control can also occur over time for software maintenance and services as the customer receives the benefit over the contract term. Our hardware and perpetual software licenses are distinct performance obligations where revenue is recognized upfront upon transfer of control. Term software licenses include multiple performance obligations where the term licenses are recognized upfront upon transfer of control, with the associated software maintenance revenue recognized ratably over the contract term as services and software updates are provided. SaaS arrangements do not include the right for the customer to take possession of the software during the term, and therefore have one distinct performance obligation which is satisfied over time with revenue recognized ratably over the contract term as the customer consumes the services. On our product sales, we record consideration from shipping and handling on a gross basis within net product sales. We record our revenue net of any associated sales taxes.
An allowance for future sales returns is established based on historical trends in product return rates. The allowance for future sales returns as of July 29, 2023 and July 30, 2022 was $39 million and $43 million, respectively, and was recorded as a reduction of our accounts receivable and revenue.
Significant Judgments
Revenue is allocated among these performance obligations in a manner that reflects the consideration that we expect to be entitled to for the promised goods or services based on standalone selling prices (SSP). SSP is estimated for each distinct performance obligation and judgment may be required in their determination. The best evidence of SSP is the observable price of a product or service when we sell the goods separately in similar circumstances and to similar customers. In instances where SSP is not directly observable, we determine SSP using information that may include market conditions and other observable inputs.
We assess relevant contractual terms in our customer contracts to determine the transaction price. We apply judgment in identifying contractual terms and determining the transaction price as we may be required to estimate variable consideration when determining the amount of revenue to recognize. Variable consideration includes potential contractual penalties and various rebate, cooperative marketing and other incentive programs that we offer to our distributors, channel partners and customers. When determining the amount of revenue to recognize, we estimate the expected usage of these programs, applying the expected value or most likely estimate and update the estimate at each reporting period as actual utilization becomes available. We also consider the customers’ right of return in determining the transaction price, where applicable.
We assess certain software licenses, such as for security software, that contain critical updates or upgrades which customers can download throughout the contract term. Without these updates or upgrades, the functionality of the software would diminish over a relatively short time period. These updates or upgrades provide the customer the full functionality of the purchased security software licenses and are required to maintain the security license’s utility as the risks and threats in the environment are rapidly changing. In these circumstances, the revenue from these software arrangements is recognized as a single performance obligation satisfied over the contract term.
Advertising Costs (r) Advertising Costs   We expense all advertising costs as incurred.
Share-Based Compensation Expense (s) Share-Based Compensation Expense   We measure and recognize the compensation expense for all share-based awards made to employees and directors, including employee stock options, restricted stock units (RSUs), performance-based restricted stock units (PRSUs), and employee stock purchases related to the Employee Stock Purchase Plan (Employee Stock Purchase Rights) based on estimated fair values. Share-based compensation expense is reduced for forfeitures as they occur.
Software Development Costs (t) Software Development Costs   Software development costs, including costs to develop software sold, leased, or otherwise marketed, that are incurred subsequent to the establishment of technological feasibility are capitalized. Costs incurred during the application development stage for internal-use software and cloud-based applications are capitalized. Such software development costs capitalized during the periods presented were not material.
Income Taxes (u) Income Taxes   Income tax expense is based on pretax financial accounting income. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are recognized for the expected tax consequences of temporary differences between the tax bases of assets and liabilities and their reported amounts. Valuation allowances are recorded to reduce deferred tax assets to the amount that will more likely than not be realized.We account for uncertainty in income taxes using a two-step approach to recognizing and measuring uncertain tax positions. The first step is to evaluate the tax position for recognition by determining if the weight of available evidence indicates that it is more likely than not that the position will be sustained on audit, including resolution of related appeals or litigation processes, if any. The second step is to measure the tax benefit as the largest amount that is more than 50% likely of being realized upon settlement. We classify the liability for unrecognized tax benefits as current to the extent that we anticipate payment (or receipt) of cash within one year. Interest and penalties related to uncertain tax positions are recognized in the provision for income taxes.
Computation of Net Income per Share (v) Computation of Net Income per Share   Basic net income per share is computed using the weighted-average number of common shares outstanding during the period. Diluted net income per share is computed using the weighted-average number of common shares and dilutive potential common shares outstanding during the period. Diluted shares outstanding includes the dilutive effect of in-the-money options, unvested restricted stock, and restricted stock units. The dilutive effect of such equity awards is calculated based on the average share price for each fiscal period using the treasury stock method. Under the treasury stock method, the amount the employee must pay for exercising stock options and the amount of compensation cost for future service that we have not yet recognized are collectively assumed to be used to repurchase shares.
Consolidation of Variable Interest Entities (w) Consolidation of Variable Interest Entities   Our approach in assessing the consolidation requirement for variable interest entities focuses on identifying which enterprise has the power to direct the activities that most significantly impact the variable interest entity’s economic performance and which enterprise has the obligation to absorb losses or the right to receive benefits from the variable interest entity. Should we conclude that we are the primary beneficiary of a variable interest entity, the assets, liabilities, and results of operations of the variable interest entity will be included in our Consolidated Financial Statements.
Use of Estimates
(x) Use of Estimates   The preparation of financial statements and related disclosures in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States requires management to make estimates and judgments that affect the amounts reported in the Consolidated Financial Statements and accompanying notes. Estimates are used for the following, among others:
Revenue recognition
Allowances for accounts receivable, sales returns, and financing receivables
Inventory valuation and liability for purchase commitments with contract manufacturers and suppliers
Loss contingencies and product warranties
Fair value measurements
Goodwill and purchased intangible asset impairments
Income taxes
The actual results that we experience may differ materially from our estimates.
Recent Accounting Standards or Updates Not Yet Effective as of Fiscal Year End
(y) Recent Accounting Standards or Updates Not Yet Effective as of Fiscal Year End
Reference Rate Reform In March 2020, the Financial Accounting Standards Board issued an accounting standard update and subsequent amendments that provide optional expedients and exceptions to the current guidance on contract modification and hedging relationships to ease the financial reporting burden of the expected market transition from the London InterBank Offered Rate (LIBOR) and other interbank offered rates to alternative reference rates. This accounting standard update was effective upon issuance and may be applied prospectively through December 31, 2024. We adopted this accounting standard update in fiscal 2023 and it did not have a material impact on our Consolidated Financial Statements upon adoption.
Offsetting of Derivative Instruments We present our derivative instruments at gross fair values in the Consolidated Balance Sheets. However, our master netting and other similar arrangements with the respective counterparties allow for net settlement under certain conditions, which are designed to reduce credit risk by permitting net settlement with the same counterparty.To further limit credit risk, we also enter into collateral security arrangements related to certain derivative instruments whereby cash is posted as collateral between the counterparties based on the fair market value of the derivative instrument.
Hedging Derivatives Foreign Currency Exchange Risk
We conduct business globally in numerous currencies. Therefore, we are exposed to adverse movements in foreign currency exchange rates. To limit the exposure related to foreign currency changes, we enter into foreign currency contracts. We do not enter into such contracts for speculative purposes.
We hedge forecasted foreign currency transactions related to certain revenues, operating expenses and service cost of sales with currency options and forward contracts. These currency options and forward contracts, designated as cash flow hedges, generally have maturities of less than 24 months. The derivative instrument’s gain or loss is initially reported as a component of accumulated other comprehensive income (AOCI) and subsequently reclassified into earnings when the hedged exposure affects earnings.
We enter into foreign exchange forward and option contracts to reduce the short-term effects of foreign currency fluctuations on assets and liabilities such as foreign currency receivables, long-term customer financings and payables. These derivatives are not designated as hedging instruments. Gains and losses on the contracts are included in other income (loss), net, and substantially offset foreign exchange gains and losses from the remeasurement of intercompany balances, other current assets, or liabilities denominated in currencies other than the functional currency of the reporting entity.
We hedge certain net investments in our foreign operations with forward contracts to reduce the effects of foreign currency fluctuations on our net investment in those foreign subsidiaries. These derivative instruments generally have maturities of up to six months.
(d)Interest Rate Risk
We hold interest rate swaps designated as fair value hedges related to fixed-rate senior notes that are due in fiscal 2024 through 2025. Under these interest rate swaps, we receive fixed-rate interest payments and make interest payments based on SOFR plus a fixed number of basis points. The effect of such swaps is to convert the fixed interest rates of the senior fixed-rate notes to floating interest rates based on SOFR. The gains and losses related to changes in the fair value of the interest rate swaps are included in interest expense and substantially offset changes in the fair value of the hedged portion of the underlying debt that are attributable to the changes in market interest rates.
(e)Equity Price Risk
We hold marketable equity securities in our portfolio that are subject to price risk. To diversify our overall portfolio, we also hold equity derivatives that are not designated as accounting hedges. The change in the fair value of each of these investment types are included in other income (loss), net.
Derivatives Not Designated as Hedges We are also exposed to variability in compensation charges related to certain deferred compensation obligations to employees. Although not designated as accounting hedges, we utilize derivatives such as total return swaps to economically hedge this exposure and offset the related compensation expense.
Commitments and Contingencies We purchase components from a variety of suppliers and use several contract manufacturers to provide manufacturing services for our products. During the normal course of business, in order to manage manufacturing lead times and help ensure adequate component supply, we enter into agreements with contract manufacturers and suppliers that allow them to procure inventory based upon criteria as defined by us or establish the parameters defining our requirements. A significant portion of our reported purchase commitments arising from these agreements consists of firm, noncancelable, and unconditional commitments. Certain of these inventory purchase commitments with contract manufacturers and suppliers relate to arrangements to secure supply and pricing for certain product components for multi-year periods. In certain instances, these agreements allow us the option to cancel, reschedule, and adjust our requirements based on our business needs prior to firm orders being placed.
Indemnifications
In the normal course of business, we have indemnification obligations to other parties, including customers, lessors, and parties to other transactions with us, with respect to certain matters. We have agreed to indemnify against losses arising from a breach of representations or covenants or out of intellectual property infringement or other claims made against certain parties. These agreements may limit the time or circumstances within which an indemnification claim can be made and the amount of the claim.
It is not possible to determine the maximum potential amount for claims made under the indemnification obligations due to uncertainties in the litigation process, coordination with and contributions by other parties and the defendants in these types of cases, and the unique facts and circumstances involved in each particular case and agreement. Historically, indemnity payments made by us have not had a material effect on our Consolidated Financial Statements.
Segment Information We conduct business globally and are primarily managed on a geographic basis consisting of three segments: the Americas, EMEA, and APJC. Our management makes financial decisions and allocates resources based on the information it receives from our internal management system. Sales are attributed to a segment based on the ordering location of the customer. We do not allocate research and development, sales and marketing, or general and administrative expenses to our segments in this internal management system because management does not include the information in our measurement of the performance of the operating segments. In addition, we do not allocate amortization and impairment of acquisition-related intangible assets, share-based compensation expense, significant litigation settlements and other contingencies, charges related to asset impairments and restructurings, and certain other charges to the gross margin for each segment because management does not include this information in our measurement of the performance of the operating segments.
v3.23.2
Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
Accounting Policies [Abstract]  
Depreciation Period by Type of Assets Depreciation and amortization are computed using the straight-line method, generally over the following periods:
Asset CategoryPeriod
Buildings
25 years
Building improvements
10 years
Leasehold improvements
Shorter of remaining lease term or up to 10 years
Computer equipment and related software
30 to 36 months
Production, engineering, and other equipment
Up to 5 years
Operating lease assetsBased on lease term
Furniture and fixtures
5 years
Property and Equipment, Net
July 29, 2023July 30, 2022
Gross property and equipment:
Land, buildings, and building and leasehold improvements$4,229 $4,219 
Computer equipment and related software744 779 
Production, engineering, and other equipment4,611 4,647 
Operating lease assets135 185 
Furniture, fixtures and other339 335 
Total gross property and equipment10,058 10,165 
Less: accumulated depreciation and amortization(7,973)(8,168)
Total$2,085 $1,997 
v3.23.2
Revenue (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
Revenue from Contract with Customer [Abstract]  
Disaggregation of Revenue
The following table presents this disaggregation of revenue (in millions):
Years EndedJuly 29, 2023July 30, 2022July 31, 2021
Product revenue:
Secure, Agile Networks$29,105 $23,831 $22,725 
Internet for the Future5,306 5,276 4,511 
Collaboration4,052 4,472 4,727 
End-to-End Security3,859 3,699 3,382 
Optimized Application Experiences811 729 654 
Other Products9 11 15 
Total Product43,142 38,018 36,014 
Services13,856 13,539 13,804 
Total$56,998 $51,557 $49,818 
The following table presents revenue for groups of similar products and services (in millions):
Years EndedJuly 29, 2023July 30, 2022July 31, 2021
Revenue:
Secure, Agile Networks$29,105 $23,831 $22,725 
Internet for the Future5,306 5,276 4,511 
Collaboration4,052 4,472 4,727 
End-to-End Security3,859 3,699 3,382 
Optimized Application Experiences811 729 654 
Other Products9 11 15 
Total Product43,142 38,018 36,014 
Services13,856 13,539 13,804 
Total$56,998 $51,557 $49,818 
Allowance for Credit Loss for Accounts Receivable
The allowances for credit loss for our accounts receivable are summarized as follows (in millions):
July 29, 2023July 30, 2022July 31, 2021
Allowance for credit loss at beginning of fiscal year$83 $109 $143 
Provisions (benefits)39 64 21 
Recoveries (write-offs), net(37)(81)(29)
Foreign exchange and other (9)(26)
Allowance for credit loss at end of fiscal year$85 $83 $109 
Schedule of Gross Contract Assets by Internal Risk Ratings
Gross contract assets by our internal risk ratings are summarized as follows (in millions):
July 29, 2023July 30, 2022
1 to 4$672 $414 
5 to 6954 814 
7 and Higher60 158 
Total$1,686 $1,386 
v3.23.2
Acquisitions and Divestitures (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
Business Combination and Asset Acquisition [Abstract]  
Summary of Allocation of Total Purchase Consideration A summary of the allocation of the total purchase consideration is presented as follows (in millions):
Fiscal 2023Purchase ConsiderationNet Tangible Assets Acquired (Liabilities Assumed)Purchased Intangible AssetsGoodwill
Total acquisitions (five in total)
$315 $(18)$150 $183 
Allocation of the purchase consideration for acquisitions completed in fiscal 2022 is summarized as follows (in millions):
Fiscal 2022Purchase ConsiderationNet Tangible Assets Acquired (Liabilities Assumed)Purchased Intangible AssetsGoodwill
Total acquisitions (three in total)
$364 $12 $20 $332 
v3.23.2
Goodwill and Purchased Intangible Assets (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
Goodwill and Intangible Assets Disclosure [Abstract]  
Goodwill by Reportable Segment
The following tables present the goodwill allocated to our reportable segments as of July 29, 2023 and July 30, 2022, as well as the changes to goodwill during fiscal 2023 and 2022 (in millions):
Balance at July 30, 2022AcquisitionsForeign Currency Translation and OtherBalance at July 29, 2023
Americas$23,882 $123 $30 $24,035 
EMEA9,062 44 12 9,118 
APJC5,360 16 6 5,382 
Total$38,304 $183 $48 $38,535 
 Balance at July 31, 2021AcquisitionsForeign Currency Translation and OtherBalance at July 30, 2022
Americas$23,673 $222 $(13)$23,882 
EMEA9,094 83 (115)9,062 
APJC5,401 27 (68)5,360 
Total$38,168 $332 $(196)$38,304 
Schedule of Intangible Assets Acquired Through Business Combinations
The following tables present details of our intangible assets acquired through acquisitions completed during fiscal 2023 and 2022 (in millions, except years):
 FINITE LIVESINDEFINITE
LIVES
TOTAL
 TECHNOLOGYCUSTOMER
RELATIONSHIPS
IPR&D
Fiscal 2023Weighted-
Average Useful
Life (in Years)
AmountWeighted-
Average Useful
Life (in Years)
AmountAmountAmount
Total acquisitions (five in total)
3.7$138 1.8$12 $ $150 
 FINITE LIVESINDEFINITE
LIVES
TOTAL
 TECHNOLOGYCUSTOMER
RELATIONSHIPS
IPR&D
Fiscal 2022Weighted-
Average Useful
Life (in Years)
AmountWeighted-
Average Useful
Life (in Years)
AmountAmountAmount
Total acquisitions (three in total)
2.7$16 2.0$$— $20 
Schedule of Intangible Assets Acquired Through Business Combinations
The following tables present details of our intangible assets acquired through acquisitions completed during fiscal 2023 and 2022 (in millions, except years):
 FINITE LIVESINDEFINITE
LIVES
TOTAL
 TECHNOLOGYCUSTOMER
RELATIONSHIPS
IPR&D
Fiscal 2023Weighted-
Average Useful
Life (in Years)
AmountWeighted-
Average Useful
Life (in Years)
AmountAmountAmount
Total acquisitions (five in total)
3.7$138 1.8$12 $ $150 
 FINITE LIVESINDEFINITE
LIVES
TOTAL
 TECHNOLOGYCUSTOMER
RELATIONSHIPS
IPR&D
Fiscal 2022Weighted-
Average Useful
Life (in Years)
AmountWeighted-
Average Useful
Life (in Years)
AmountAmountAmount
Total acquisitions (three in total)
2.7$16 2.0$$— $20 
Schedule of Purchased Intangible Assets
The following tables present details of our purchased intangible assets (in millions): 
July 29, 2023GrossAccumulated AmortizationNet
Purchased intangible assets with finite lives:
Technology$2,998 $(1,691)$1,307 
Customer relationships1,228 (905)323 
Other40 (22)18 
Total purchased intangible assets with finite lives4,266 (2,618)1,648 
In-process research and development, with indefinite lives170  170 
Total$4,436 $(2,618)$1,818 
July 30, 2022GrossAccumulated AmortizationNet
Purchased intangible assets with finite lives:
Technology$2,631 $(1,102)$1,529 
Customer relationships1,354 (769)585 
Other41 (16)25 
Total purchased intangible assets with finite lives4,026 (1,887)2,139 
In-process research and development, with indefinite lives430 — 430 
Total$4,456 $(1,887)$2,569 
Schedule of Purchased Intangible Assets
The following tables present details of our purchased intangible assets (in millions): 
July 29, 2023GrossAccumulated AmortizationNet
Purchased intangible assets with finite lives:
Technology$2,998 $(1,691)$1,307 
Customer relationships1,228 (905)323 
Other40 (22)18 
Total purchased intangible assets with finite lives4,266 (2,618)1,648 
In-process research and development, with indefinite lives170  170 
Total$4,436 $(2,618)$1,818 
July 30, 2022GrossAccumulated AmortizationNet
Purchased intangible assets with finite lives:
Technology$2,631 $(1,102)$1,529 
Customer relationships1,354 (769)585 
Other41 (16)25 
Total purchased intangible assets with finite lives4,026 (1,887)2,139 
In-process research and development, with indefinite lives430 — 430 
Total$4,456 $(1,887)$2,569 
Schedule of Amortization of Purchased Intangible Assets
The following table presents the amortization of purchased intangible assets, including impairment charges (in millions):
Years EndedJuly 29, 2023July 30, 2022July 31, 2021
Amortization of purchased intangible assets:
Cost of sales$649 $749 $716 
Operating expenses282 328 215 
Total$931 $1,077 $931 
Schedule of Estimated Future Amortization Expense of Purchased Intangible Assets
The estimated future amortization expense of purchased intangible assets with finite lives as of July 29, 2023 is as follows (in millions):
Fiscal YearAmount
2024$875 
2025$502 
2026$154 
2027$78 
2028$39 
v3.23.2
Restructuring and Other Charges (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
Restructuring Charges [Abstract]  
Activities Related to Restructuring and Other Charges
The following table summarizes the activities related to the restructuring and other charges, as discussed above (in millions):
FISCAL 2023 PLANFISCAL 2021 AND
PRIOR PLANS
Employee SeveranceOtherEmployee
Severance
OtherTotal
Liability as of July 25, 2020$— $— $58 $14 $72 
Charges — — 836 50 886 
Cash payments— — (879)(11)(890)
Non-cash items— — (35)(34)
Liability as of July 31, 2021— — 16 18 34 
Charges — — (3)
Cash payments— — (23)(2)(25)
Non-cash items— — — (6)(6)
Liability as of July 30, 2022  2 7 9 
Charges465 70  (4)531 
Cash payments(301)(11)(1)(1)(314)
Non-cash items2 (15)  (13)
Liability as of July 29, 2023$166 $44 $1 $2 $213 
v3.23.2
Balance Sheet and Other Details (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
Organization, Consolidation and Presentation of Financial Statements [Abstract]  
Cash, Cash Equivalents, and Restricted Cash
The following tables provide details of selected balance sheet and other items (in millions):
Cash, Cash Equivalents, Restricted Cash and Restricted Cash Equivalents
July 29, 2023July 30, 2022
Cash and cash equivalents$10,123 $7,079 
Restricted cash and restricted cash equivalents included in other current assets191 — 
Restricted cash and restricted cash equivalents included in other assets1,313 1,500 
Total$11,627 $8,579 
Cash, Cash Equivalents, and Restricted Cash
The following tables provide details of selected balance sheet and other items (in millions):
Cash, Cash Equivalents, Restricted Cash and Restricted Cash Equivalents
July 29, 2023July 30, 2022
Cash and cash equivalents$10,123 $7,079 
Restricted cash and restricted cash equivalents included in other current assets191 — 
Restricted cash and restricted cash equivalents included in other assets1,313 1,500 
Total$11,627 $8,579 
Inventories
Inventories
July 29, 2023July 30, 2022
Raw materials$1,685 $1,601 
Work in process264 150 
Finished goods1,493 717 
Service-related spares186 90 
Demonstration systems16 10 
Total$3,644 $2,568 
Property and Equipment, Net Depreciation and amortization are computed using the straight-line method, generally over the following periods:
Asset CategoryPeriod
Buildings
25 years
Building improvements
10 years
Leasehold improvements
Shorter of remaining lease term or up to 10 years
Computer equipment and related software
30 to 36 months
Production, engineering, and other equipment
Up to 5 years
Operating lease assetsBased on lease term
Furniture and fixtures
5 years
Property and Equipment, Net
July 29, 2023July 30, 2022
Gross property and equipment:
Land, buildings, and building and leasehold improvements$4,229 $4,219 
Computer equipment and related software744 779 
Production, engineering, and other equipment4,611 4,647 
Operating lease assets135 185 
Furniture, fixtures and other339 335 
Total gross property and equipment10,058 10,165 
Less: accumulated depreciation and amortization(7,973)(8,168)
Total$2,085 $1,997 
Remaining Performance Obligations
Remaining Performance Obligations (RPO)
July 29, 2023July 30, 2022
Product$15,802 $14,090 
Service19,066 17,449 
Total$34,868 $31,539 
Short-term RPO$17,910 $16,936 
Long-term RPO16,958 14,603 
Total$34,868 $31,539 
Amount to be recognized as revenue over the next 12 months
51 %54 %
Deferred revenue$25,550 $23,264 
Unbilled contract revenue9,318 8,275 
Total$34,868 $31,539 
Deferred Revenue
Deferred Revenue
July 29, 2023July 30, 2022
Product$11,505 $10,427 
Service14,045 12,837 
Total$25,550 $23,264 
Reported as:
Current$13,908 $12,784 
Noncurrent11,642 10,480 
Total$25,550 $23,264 
Transition Tax Payable
Our income tax payable associated with the one-time U.S. transition tax on accumulated earnings for foreign subsidiaries as a result of the Tax Act is as follows (in millions):
July 29, 2023July 30, 2022
Current$1,364 $727 
Noncurrent4,092 5,456 
Total$5,456 $6,183 
v3.23.2
Leases (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
Leases [Abstract]  
Operating Lease Balances
The following table presents our operating lease balances (in millions):
Balance Sheet Line ItemJuly 29, 2023July 30, 2022
Operating lease right-of-use assetsOther assets$971 $1,003 
Operating lease liabilitiesOther current liabilities$313 $322 
Operating lease liabilitiesOther long-term liabilities707 724 
Total operating lease liabilities$1,020 $1,046 
Lease Expenses and Supplemental Information
The components of our lease expenses were as follows (in millions):
Years EndedJuly 29, 2023July 30, 2022
Operating lease expense$425 $390 
Short-term lease expense65 66 
Variable lease expense242 173 
Total lease expense$732 $629 
Supplemental information related to our operating leases is as follows (in millions):
Years EndedJuly 29, 2023July 30, 2022
Cash paid for amounts included in the measurement of lease liabilities — operating cash flows $387 $408 
Right-of-use assets obtained in exchange for operating leases liabilities$326 $331 
Maturities of Operating Leases
The maturities of our operating leases (undiscounted) as of July 29, 2023 are as follows (in millions):
Fiscal YearAmount
2024$341 
2025259 
2026167 
202799 
202873 
Thereafter177 
Total lease payments1,116 
Less interest(96)
Total$1,020 
Future Minimum Lease Payments on Lease Receivables
Future minimum lease payments on our lease receivables as of July 29, 2023 are summarized as follows (in millions):
Fiscal YearAmount
2024$371 
2025221 
2026167 
2027147 
2028100 
Thereafter
Total1,015 
Less: Present value of lease payments927 
Unearned income$88 
Operating Lease Assets Amounts relating to equipment on operating lease assets held by us and the associated accumulated depreciation are summarized as follows (in millions):
July 29, 2023July 30, 2022
Operating lease assets$135 $185 
Accumulated depreciation(78)(111)
Operating lease assets, net$57 $74 
Minimum Future Rentals on Noncancelable Operating Leases
Minimum future rentals on noncancelable operating leases as of July 29, 2023 are summarized as follows (in millions):
Fiscal YearAmount
2024$25 
202512 
2026
Total$43 
v3.23.2
Financing Receivables (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
Receivables [Abstract]  
Financing Receivables
A summary of our financing receivables is presented as follows (in millions):
July 29, 2023Loan ReceivablesLease ReceivablesTotal
Gross$5,910 $1,015 $6,925 
Residual value 70 70 
Unearned income (88)(88)
Allowance for credit loss(53)(19)(72)
Total, net$5,857 $978 $6,835 
Reported as:
Current$2,988 $364 $3,352 
Noncurrent2,869 614 3,483 
Total, net$5,857 $978 $6,835 
July 30, 2022Loan ReceivablesLease ReceivablesTotal
Gross$6,842 $1,176 $8,018 
Residual value— 76 76 
Unearned income— (54)(54)
Allowance for credit loss(103)(23)(126)
Total, net$6,739 $1,175 $7,914 
Reported as:
Current$3,327 $578 $3,905 
Noncurrent3,412 597 4,009 
Total, net$6,739 $1,175 $7,914 
Schedule of Financing Receivables by Internal Credit Risk Rating by Period of Origination
The tables below present our gross financing receivables, excluding residual value, less unearned income, categorized by our internal credit risk rating by period of origination (in millions):
July 29, 2023Fiscal Year
Internal Credit Risk RatingPriorJuly 27, 2019July 25, 2020July 31, 2021July 30, 2022July 29, 2023Total
Loan Receivables:
1 to 4$10 $53 $251 $791 $1,077 $1,784 $3,966 
5 to 63 14 131 287 465 936 1,836 
7 and Higher1 7 15 17 29 39 108 
Total Loan Receivables$14 $74 $397 $1,095 $1,571 $2,759 $5,910 
Lease Receivables:
1 to 4$2 $20 $57 $111 $84 $235 $509 
5 to 62 13 44 58 87 191 395 
7 and Higher 1 2 4 5 11 23 
Total Lease Receivables$4 $34 $103 $173 $176 $437 $927 
Total$18 $108 $500 $1,268 $1,747 $3,196 $6,837 
July 30, 2022Fiscal Year
Internal Credit Risk RatingPriorJuly 28, 2018July 27, 2019July 25, 2020July 31, 2021July 30, 2022Total
Loan Receivables:
1 to 4$$49 $173 $536 $1,458 $2,287 $4,505 
5 to 617 115 345 709 1,030 2,217 
7 and Higher22 45 39 12 120 
Total Loan Receivables$$67 $310 $926 $2,206 $3,329 $6,842 
Lease Receivables:
1 to 4$$25 $74 $124 $176 $152 $553 
5 to 610 67 146 165 151 540 
7 and Higher— 12 10 29 
Total Lease Receivables$$36 $145 $282 $343 $313 $1,122 
Total$$103 $455 $1,208 $2,549 $3,642 $7,964 
Schedule of Aging Analysis of Financing Receivables
The following tables present the aging analysis of gross receivables as of July 29, 2023 and July 30, 2022 (in millions):
DAYS PAST DUE
(INCLUDES BILLED AND UNBILLED)
July 29, 202331 - 6061 - 90 91+Total
Past Due
CurrentTotal120+ Still AccruingNonaccrual
Financing
Receivables
Impaired
Financing
Receivables
Loan receivables$47 $20 $37 $104 $5,806 $5,910 $17 $12 $12 
Lease receivables16 4 23 43 884 927 6 3 3 
Total$63 $24 $60 $147 $6,690 $6,837 $23 $15 $15 
DAYS PAST DUE
(INCLUDES BILLED AND UNBILLED)
July 30, 202231 - 6061 - 90 91+Total
Past Due
CurrentTotal120+ Still AccruingNonaccrual
Financing
Receivables
Impaired
Financing
Receivables
Loan receivables$98 $62 $129 $289 $6,553 $6,842 $14 $60 $60 
Lease receivables26 40 1,082 1,122 11 11 
Total$106 $68 $155 $329 $7,635 $7,964 $21 $71 $71 
Allowance for Credit Loss and Related Financing Receivables
The allowances for credit loss and the related financing receivables are summarized as follows (in millions):
 CREDIT LOSS ALLOWANCES
 Loan
Receivables
Lease
Receivables
Total
Allowance for credit loss as of July 30, 2022$103 $23 $126 
Provisions (benefits)(7)(1)(8)
Recoveries (write-offs), net(38)(3)(41)
Foreign exchange and other(5) (5)
Allowance for credit loss as of July 29, 2023$53 $19 $72 
 CREDIT LOSS ALLOWANCES
 Loan
Receivables
Lease
Receivables
Total
Allowance for credit loss as of July 31, 2021$89 $38 $127 
Provisions (benefits)(13)(9)
Recoveries (write-offs), net— (2)(2)
Foreign exchange and other10 — 10 
Allowance for credit loss as of July 30, 2022$103 $23 $126 
CREDIT LOSS ALLOWANCES
Loan
Receivables
Lease
Receivables
Total
Allowance for credit loss as of July 25, 2020$90 $48 $138 
Provisions (benefits)(17)(10)(27)
Recoveries (write-offs), net(1)(1)(2)
Foreign exchange and other17 18 
Allowance for credit loss as of July 31, 2021$89 $38 $127 
v3.23.2
Investments (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
Investments, Debt and Equity Securities [Abstract]  
Summary of Available-for-Sale Investments
The following tables summarize our available-for-sale debt investments (in millions):
July 29, 2023Amortized
Cost
Gross
Unrealized
Gains
Gross
Unrealized and Credit Losses
Fair
Value
U.S. government securities
$3,587 $1 $(62)$3,526 
U.S. government agency securities 428  (5)423 
Non-U.S. government and agency securities364  (1)363 
Corporate debt securities7,238 3 (327)6,914 
U.S. agency mortgage-backed securities2,421 14 (230)2,205 
Commercial paper1,484   1,484 
Certificates of deposit677   677 
Total$16,199 $18 $(625)$15,592 
July 30, 2022Amortized
Cost
Gross
Unrealized
Gains
Gross
Unrealized and Credit Losses
Fair
Value
U.S. government securities
$1,287 $— $(49)$1,238 
U.S. government agency securities 142 — (4)138 
Non-U.S. government and agency securities272 — — 272 
Corporate debt securities8,127 (311)7,818 
U.S. agency mortgage-backed securities2,134 — (158)1,976 
Commercial paper255 — — 255 
Certificates of deposit250 — — 250 
Total$12,467 $$(522)$11,947 
Gross Realized Gains and Gross Realized Losses Related to Available-for-Sale Investment
The following table presents the gross realized gains and gross realized losses related to available-for-sale debt investments (in millions):
Years EndedJuly 29, 2023July 30, 2022July 31, 2021
Gross realized gains$4 $27 $55 
Gross realized losses(25)(18)(2)
Total$(21)$$53 
Available-for-Sale Investments with Gross Unrealized Losses
The following tables present the breakdown of the available-for-sale debt investments with gross unrealized losses and the duration that those losses had been unrealized at July 29, 2023 and July 30, 2022 (in millions):
 UNREALIZED LOSSES
LESS THAN 12 MONTHS
UNREALIZED LOSSES
12 MONTHS OR GREATER
TOTAL
July 29, 2023Fair ValueGross
Unrealized
Losses
Fair ValueGross
Unrealized
Losses
Fair ValueGross 
Unrealized 
Losses
U.S. government securities$2,394 $(26)$931 $(36)$3,325 $(62)
U.S. government agency securities343 (2)72 (3)415 (5)
Non-U.S. government and agency securities363 (1)  363 (1)
Corporate debt securities1,736 (22)4,315 (275)6,051 (297)
U.S. agency mortgage-backed securities658 (13)1,438 (217)2,096 (230)
Commercial paper97    97  
Certificates of deposit2    2  
Total$5,593 $(64)$6,756 $(531)$12,349 $(595)
 UNREALIZED LOSSES
LESS THAN 12 MONTHS
UNREALIZED LOSSES
12 MONTHS OR GREATER
TOTAL
July 30, 2022Fair ValueGross
Unrealized
Losses
Fair ValueGross
Unrealized
Losses
Fair ValueGross 
Unrealized 
Losses
U.S. government securities$1,110 $(44)$120 $(5)$1,230 $(49)
U.S. government agency securities114 (2)24 (2)138 (4)
Non-U.S. government and agency securities264 — — — 264 — 
Corporate debt securities6,920 (240)422 (37)7,342 (277)
U.S. agency mortgage-backed securities1,305 (96)615 (62)1,920 (158)
Total$9,713 $(382)$1,181 $(106)$10,894 $(488)
Maturities of Fixed Income Securities
The following table summarizes the maturities of our available-for-sale debt investments as of July 29, 2023 (in millions): 
Amortized CostFair Value
Within 1 year$5,510 $5,462 
After 1 year through 5 years8,197 7,856 
After 5 years through 10 years69 67 
After 10 years
Mortgage-backed securities with no single maturity2,421 2,205 
Total$16,199 $15,592 
v3.23.2
Fair Value (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
Fair Value Disclosures [Abstract]  
Assets and Liabilities Measured at Fair Value on a Recurring Basis
Assets and liabilities measured at fair value on a recurring basis were as follows (in millions):
JULY 29, 2023JULY 30, 2022
FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTSFAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS
Level 1Level 2Total
Balance
Level 1Level 2Total
Balance
Assets:
Cash equivalents:
Money market funds$6,496 $ $6,496 $3,930 $— $3,930 
Commercial paper 1,090 1,090 — 72 72 
Certificates of deposit 47 47 — 32 32 
Corporate debt securities 25 25 — 
U.S. government securities   — 12 12 
Available-for-sale debt investments:
U.S. government securities 3,526 3,526 — 1,238 1,238 
U.S. government agency securities 423 423 — 138 138 
Non-U.S. government and agency securities 363 363 — 272 272 
Corporate debt securities 6,914 6,914 — 7,818 7,818 
U.S. agency mortgage-backed securities 2,205 2,205 — 1,976 1,976 
Commercial paper 1,484 1,484 — 255 255 
Certificates of deposit 677 677 — 250 250 
Equity investments:
Marketable equity securities431  431 241 — 241 
Other current assets:
Money market funds188  188 — — — 
Other assets:
Money market funds1,313  1,313 1,500 — 1,500 
Derivative assets 32 32 — 78 78 
Total$8,428 $16,786 $25,214 $5,671 $12,142 $17,813 
Liabilities:
Derivative liabilities$ $75 $75 $— $89 $89 
Total$ $75 $75 $— $89 $89 
v3.23.2
Borrowings (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
Debt Disclosure [Abstract]  
Schedule of Short-Term Debt
The following table summarizes our short-term debt (in millions, except percentages):
 July 29, 2023July 30, 2022
 AmountEffective RateAmountEffective Rate
Current portion of long-term debt$1,733 4.45 %$499 2.68 %
Commercial paper  600 2.05 %
Total$1,733 $1,099 
Schedule of Long-Term Debt
The following table summarizes our long-term debt (in millions, except percentages):
 July 29, 2023July 30, 2022
 Maturity DateAmountEffective RateAmountEffective Rate
Senior notes:
Fixed-rate notes:
2.60%February 28, 2023$ $500 2.68%
2.20%September 20, 2023750 2.27%750 2.27%
3.625%March 4, 20241,000 6.08%1,000 2.69%
3.50%June 15, 2025500 6.38%500 3.20%
2.95%February 28, 2026750 3.01%750 3.01%
2.50%September 20, 20261,500 2.55%1,500 2.55%
5.90%February 15, 20392,000 6.11%2,000 6.11%
5.50%January 15, 20402,000 5.67%2,000 5.67%
Total8,500 9,000 
Unaccreted discount/issuance costs(68)(75)
Hedge accounting fair value adjustments(41)(10)
Total$8,391 $8,915 
Reported as:
Short-term debt$1,733 $499 
Long-term debt6,658 8,416 
Total$8,391 $8,915 
Schedule of Principal Payments for Long-Term Debt
As of July 29, 2023, future principal payments for long-term debt, including the current portion, are summarized as follows (in millions):
Fiscal YearAmount
2024$1,750 
2025500 
2026750 
20271,500 
Thereafter4,000 
Total$8,500 
v3.23.2
Derivative Instruments (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosure [Abstract]  
Fair Value of Derivative Instruments by Balance Sheet Line Item
The fair values of our derivative instruments and the line items on the Consolidated Balance Sheets to which they were recorded are summarized as follows (in millions):
 DERIVATIVE ASSETSDERIVATIVE LIABILITIES
 Balance Sheet Line ItemJuly 29, 2023July 30, 2022Balance Sheet Line ItemJuly 29, 2023July 30, 2022
Derivatives designated as hedging instruments:
Foreign currency derivativesOther current assets$22 $55 Other current liabilities$ $— 
Foreign currency derivativesOther assets9 Other long-term liabilities — 
Interest rate derivativesOther current assets — Other current liabilities17 — 
Interest rate derivativesOther assets — Other long-term liabilities24 10 
Total31 64 41 10 
Derivatives not designated as hedging instruments:
Foreign currency derivativesOther current assets1 14 Other current liabilities25 69 
Foreign currency derivativesOther assets — Other long-term liabilities9 
Equity derivativesOther current assets — Other current liabilities 
Total1 14 34 79 
Total$32 $78 $75 $89 
Cumulative Basis Adjustments for Fair Value Hedges
The following amounts were recorded on the Consolidated Balance Sheets related to cumulative basis adjustments for our fair value hedges (in millions):
 CARRYING AMOUNT OF THE HEDGED ASSETS/(LIABILITIES)CUMULATIVE AMOUNT OF FAIR VALUE HEDGING ADJUSTMENT INCLUDED IN THE CARRYING AMOUNT OF THE HEDGED ASSETS/LIABILITIES
Balance Sheet Line Item of Hedged ItemJuly 29,
2023
July 30,
2022
July 29,
2023
July 30,
2022
Short-term debt$(983)$— $17 $— 
Long-term debt$(476)$(1,487)$24 $10 
Effect on Derivative Instruments Designated as Fair Value Hedges
The effect of derivative instruments designated as fair value hedges, recognized in interest and other income (loss), net is summarized as follows (in millions):
GAINS (LOSSES) FOR 
THE YEARS ENDED
July 29, 2023July 30, 2022July 31, 2021
Interest rate derivatives:
Hedged items$31 $116 $65 
Derivatives designated as hedging instruments(31)(118)(67)
Total$ $(2)$(2)
Effect of Derivative Instruments Not Designated as Fair Value Hedges on Consolidated Statement of Operations
The effect on the Consolidated Statements of Operations of derivative instruments not designated as hedges is summarized as follows (in millions):
  GAINS (LOSSES) FOR 
THE YEARS ENDED
Derivatives Not Designated as Hedging InstrumentsLine Item in Statements of OperationsJuly 29, 2023July 30, 2022July 31, 2021
Foreign currency derivativesOther income (loss), net$1 $(237)$
Total return swaps—deferred compensationOperating expenses and other58 (92)157 
Equity derivativesOther income (loss), net13 20 
Total$72 $(320)$179 
Schedule of Notional Amounts of Derivatives Outstanding
The notional amounts of our outstanding derivatives are summarized as follows (in millions):
July 29, 2023July 30, 2022
Foreign currency derivatives$5,419 $4,521 
Interest rate derivatives1,500 1,500 
Total return swaps—deferred compensation792 651 
Total$7,711 $6,672 
v3.23.2
Commitments and Contingencies (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract]  
Schedule of Purchase Commitments
The following table summarizes our inventory purchase commitments with contract manufacturers and suppliers (in millions):
Commitments by PeriodJuly 29,
2023
July 30,
2022
Less than 1 year$5,270 $9,954 
1 to 3 years1,783 2,240 
3 to 5 years200 770 
Total$7,253 $12,964 
Compensation Expenses Related to Business Combinations
The following table summarizes the compensation expense related to acquisitions (in millions):
July 29, 2023July 30, 2022July 31, 2021
Compensation expense related to acquisitions$222 $271 $262 
Schedule of Product Warranty Liability
The following table summarizes the activity related to the product warranty liability (in millions):
July 29, 2023July 30, 2022July 31, 2021
Balance at beginning of fiscal year$333 $336 $331 
Provisions for warranties issued386 415 496 
Adjustments for pre-existing warranties18 — 
Settlements (408)(421)(491)
Balance at end of fiscal year$329 $333 $336 
Schedule of Guarantor Obligations The aggregate amounts of channel partner financing guarantees outstanding at July 29, 2023 and July 30, 2022, representing the total maximum potential future payments under financing arrangements with third parties along with the related deferred revenue, are summarized in the following table (in millions):
July 29, 2023July 30, 2022
Maximum potential future payments$159 $188 
Deferred revenue(34)(9)
Total$125 $179 
v3.23.2
Stockholders' Equity (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
Stockholders' Equity Note [Abstract]  
Stock Repurchase Program
A summary of the stock repurchase activity under the stock repurchase program, reported based on the trade date, is summarized as follows (in millions, except per-share amounts):
Years EndedSharesWeighted-Average Price per ShareAmount
July 29, 202388 $48.49 $4,271 
July 30, 2022146 $52.82 $7,734 
July 31, 202164 $45.48 $2,902 
v3.23.2
Employee Benefit Plans (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
Retirement Benefits [Abstract]  
Summary of Share-Based Compensation Expense
Share-based compensation expense consists primarily of expenses for RSUs, stock purchase rights, and stock options, granted to employees or assumed from acquisitions. The following table summarizes share-based compensation expense (in millions):
Years EndedJuly 29, 2023July 30, 2022July 31, 2021
Cost of sales—product$151 $112 $99 
Cost of sales—service245 199 176 
Share-based compensation expense in cost of sales396 311 275 
Research and development1,008 790 694 
Sales and marketing673 572 540 
General and administrative270 212 226 
Restructuring and other charges6 26 
Share-based compensation expense in operating expenses1,957 1,575 1,486 
Total share-based compensation expense$2,353 $1,886 $1,761 
Income tax benefit for share-based compensation$449 $457 $387 
Summary of Restricted Stock and Stock Unit Activity
A summary of the restricted stock and stock unit activity, which includes time-based and performance-based or market-based RSUs, is as follows (in millions, except per-share amounts):
Restricted Stock/
Stock Units
Weighted-Average
Grant Date Fair
Value per Share
Aggregate Fair  Value
UNVESTED BALANCE AT JULY 25, 202096 $42.03 
Granted and assumed51 41.89 
Vested(39)39.63 $1,813 
Canceled/forfeited/other(14)42.13 
UNVESTED BALANCE AT JULY 31, 202194 42.93 
Granted and assumed52 50.06 
Vested(37)42.27 $1,979 
Canceled/forfeited/other(12)45.63 
UNVESTED BALANCE AT JULY 30, 202297 46.67 
Granted and assumed72 42.08 
Vested(39)46.69 $1,746 
Canceled/forfeited/other(8)45.17 
UNVESTED BALANCE AT JULY 29, 2023122 $44.04 
Schedule of Valuation Assumptions for Time-based RSUs and PRSUs
The assumptions for the valuation of time-based RSUs and PRSUs are summarized as follows:
RESTRICTED STOCK UNITS
Years EndedJuly 29, 2023July 30, 2022July 31, 2021
Number of shares granted (in millions)70 50 48 
Grant date fair value per share$42.13 $49.68 $42.04 
Weighted-average assumptions/inputs:
   Expected dividend yield3.4 %2.9 %3.3 %
   Range of risk-free interest rates
3.7% 5.7%
0.0% 3.0%
0.0% 0.9%
PERFORMANCE BASED RESTRICTED STOCK UNITS
Years EndedJuly 29, 2023July 30, 2022July 31, 2021
Number of shares granted (in millions)2 
Grant date fair value per share$40.44 $59.64 $37.91 
Weighted-average assumptions/inputs:
   Expected dividend yieldN/A0.4 %3.6 %
   Range of risk-free interest ratesN/A
0.0% 0.7%
0.1% 0.4%
Schedule of Valuation Assumptions for Employee Stock Purchase Rights
The assumptions for the valuation of employee stock purchase rights are summarized as follows:
 EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE RIGHTS
Years EndedJuly 29, 2023July 30, 2022July 31, 2021
Weighted-average assumptions:
   Expected volatility28.7 %27.9 %29.2 %
   Risk-free interest rate2.8 %0.1 %0.3 %
   Expected dividend3.6 %3.2 %3.2 %
   Expected life (in years)1.21.21.3
Weighted-average estimated grant date fair value per share$12.40 $12.90 $12.46 
v3.23.2
Comprehensive Income (Loss) (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
Equity [Abstract]  
Components of AOCI, Net of Tax
The components of AOCI, net of tax, and the other comprehensive income (loss) are summarized as follows (in millions):
Net Unrealized Gains (Losses) on Available-for-Sale InvestmentsNet Unrealized Gains (Losses) Cash Flow Hedging InstrumentsCumulative Translation Adjustment and Actuarial Gains (Losses)Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)
BALANCE AT JULY 25, 2020$315 $(6)$(828)$(519)
Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications(141)20 229 108 
(Gains) losses reclassified out of AOCI(53)(14)(64)
Tax benefit (expense)61 (1)(2)58 
BALANCE AT JULY 31, 2021182 (1)(598)(417)
Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications(731)87 (647)(1,291)
(Gains) losses reclassified out of AOCI(9)(29)(36)
Tax benefit (expense)179 (13)(44)122 
BALANCE AT JULY 30, 2022(379)44 (1,287)(1,622)
Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications(113)29 116 32 
(Gains) losses reclassified out of AOCI21 (63)(1)(43)
Tax benefit (expense)31 8 19 58 
BALANCE AT JULY 29, 2023$(440)$18 $(1,153)$(1,575)
v3.23.2
Income Taxes (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]  
Provision for Income Taxes
The provision for income taxes consists of the following (in millions):
Years EndedJuly 29, 2023July 30, 2022July 31, 2021
Federal:
Current$3,754 $2,203 $1,959 
Deferred(1,955)(176)(203)
1,799 2,027 1,756 
State:
Current623 458 513 
Deferred(175)(156)(46)
448 302 467 
Foreign:
Current412 313 583 
Deferred46 23 (135)
458 336 448 
Total$2,705 $2,665 $2,671 
Income Before Provision for Income Taxes
Income before provision for income taxes consists of the following (in millions):
Years EndedJuly 29, 2023July 30, 2022July 31, 2021
United States$14,074 $13,550 $12,335 
International1,244 927 927 
Total$15,318 $14,477 $13,262 
Difference Between Income Taxes at Federal Statutory Rate and Provision for Income Taxes
The items accounting for the difference between income taxes computed at the federal statutory rate and the provision for income taxes consist of the following:
Years EndedJuly 29, 2023July 30, 2022July 31, 2021
Federal statutory rate21.0 %21.0 %21.0 %
Effect of:
State taxes, net of federal tax benefit2.4 1.7 2.7 
Foreign income at other than U.S. rates(0.1)0.8 1.5 
Tax credits(0.3)(1.6)(1.4)
Foreign-derived intangible income deduction(5.8)(3.9)(4.2)
Stock-based compensation1.1 0.3 0.6 
Other, net(0.6)0.1 (0.1)
Total17.7 %18.4 %20.1 %
Aggregate Changes in Gross Unrecognized Tax Benefits
The aggregate changes in the balance of gross unrecognized tax benefits were as follows (in millions):
Years EndedJuly 29, 2023July 30, 2022July 31, 2021
Beginning balance$3,101 $3,106 $2,518 
Additions based on tax positions related to the current year159 157 224 
Additions for tax positions of prior years261 74 618 
Reductions for tax positions of prior years(265)(81)(122)
Settlements(1,063)(69)(93)
Lapse of statute of limitations(56)(86)(39)
Ending balance$2,137 $3,101 $3,106 
Components of Deferred Tax Assets and Liabilities
The following table presents the breakdown for net deferred tax assets (in millions):
July 29, 2023July 30, 2022
Deferred tax assets$6,576 $4,449 
Deferred tax liabilities(62)(55)
Total net deferred tax assets$6,514 $4,394 
The following table presents the components of the deferred tax assets and liabilities (in millions):
July 29, 2023July 30, 2022
ASSETS
Allowance for accounts receivable and returns$81 $90 
Sales-type and direct-financing leases22 29 
Inventory write-downs and capitalization452 430 
Deferred foreign income218 210 
IPR&D and purchased intangible assets1,082 1,184 
Depreciation16 10 
Deferred revenue1,801 1,744 
Credits and net operating loss carryforwards1,218 1,336 
Share-based compensation expense198 138 
Accrued compensation328 333 
Lease liabilities246 248 
Capitalized research expenditures2,042 149 
Other484 439 
Gross deferred tax assets8,188 6,340 
Valuation allowance(754)(834)
Total deferred tax assets7,434 5,506 
LIABILITIES
Goodwill and purchased intangible assets(602)(767)
Unrealized gains on investments (26)
ROU lease assets(234)(237)
Other(84)(82)
Total deferred tax liabilities(920)(1,112)
Total net deferred tax assets$6,514 $4,394 
Change in Valuation Allowance for Deferred Tax Assets
The changes in the valuation allowance for deferred tax assets are summarized as follows (in millions):
July 29, 2023July 30, 2022July 31, 2021
Balance at beginning of fiscal year$834 $771 $700 
Additions35 84 91 
Deductions(18)(10)(5)
Write-offs(93)(12)(16)
Foreign exchange and other(4)
Balance at end of fiscal year$754 $834 $771 
v3.23.2
Segment Information and Major Customers (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
Segment Reporting [Abstract]  
Reportable Segments
Summarized financial information by segment for fiscal 2023, 2022, and 2021, based on our internal management system and as utilized by our Chief Operating Decision Maker (CODM), is as follows (in millions):
Years EndedJuly 29, 2023July 30, 2022July 31, 2021
Revenue:
Americas$33,447 $29,814 $29,161 
EMEA15,135 13,715 12,951 
APJC8,417 8,027 7,706 
Total$56,998 $51,557 $49,818 
Gross margin:
Americas$21,350 $19,117 $19,499 
EMEA10,016 8,969 8,466 
APJC5,424 5,241 4,949 
Segment total36,788 33,326 32,914 
Unallocated corporate items(1,035)(1,078)(1,020)
Total$35,753 $32,248 $31,894 
Revenue for Groups of Similar Products and Services
The following table presents this disaggregation of revenue (in millions):
Years EndedJuly 29, 2023July 30, 2022July 31, 2021
Product revenue:
Secure, Agile Networks$29,105 $23,831 $22,725 
Internet for the Future5,306 5,276 4,511 
Collaboration4,052 4,472 4,727 
End-to-End Security3,859 3,699 3,382 
Optimized Application Experiences811 729 654 
Other Products9 11 15 
Total Product43,142 38,018 36,014 
Services13,856 13,539 13,804 
Total$56,998 $51,557 $49,818 
The following table presents revenue for groups of similar products and services (in millions):
Years EndedJuly 29, 2023July 30, 2022July 31, 2021
Revenue:
Secure, Agile Networks$29,105 $23,831 $22,725 
Internet for the Future5,306 5,276 4,511 
Collaboration4,052 4,472 4,727 
End-to-End Security3,859 3,699 3,382 
Optimized Application Experiences811 729 654 
Other Products9 11 15 
Total Product43,142 38,018 36,014 
Services13,856 13,539 13,804 
Total$56,998 $51,557 $49,818 
Property and Equipment Information for Geographic Areas The following table presents our long-lived assets, which consists of property and equipment, net and operating lease right-of-use assets information for geographic areas (in millions):
July 29, 2023July 30, 2022July 31, 2021
Long-lived assets:
United States$2,113 $2,004 $2,189 
International943 997 1,244 
Total$3,056 $3,001 $3,433 
v3.23.2
Net Income per Share (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
Earnings Per Share [Abstract]  
Calculation of Basic and Diluted Net Income per Share
The following table presents the calculation of basic and diluted net income per share (in millions, except per-share amounts):
Years EndedJuly 29, 2023July 30, 2022July 31, 2021
Net income$12,613 $11,812 $10,591 
Weighted-average shares—basic4,093 4,170 4,222 
Effect of dilutive potential common shares12 22 14 
Weighted-average shares—diluted4,105 4,192 4,236 
Net income per share—basic$3.08 $2.83 $2.51 
Net income per share—diluted$3.07 $2.82 $2.50 
Antidilutive employee share-based awards, excluded86 70 69 
v3.23.2
Basis of Presentation (Details)
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
segment
Organization, Consolidation and Presentation of Financial Statements [Abstract]  
Number of geographic segments 3
v3.23.2
Summary of Significant Accounting Policies - Additional Information (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Jul. 31, 2021
Summary Of Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items]      
Average lease term 4 years    
Financing receivable, threshold period past due 31 days    
Financing receivable, threshold for not accruing interest 120 days    
Depreciation and amortization expenses $ 700 $ 800 $ 800
Allowance for future sales returns 39 43  
Advertising costs $ 205 $ 219 $ 268
Minimum      
Summary Of Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items]      
Loan receivables term 1 year    
Channel partners revolving short-term financing payment term 60 days    
Maximum      
Summary Of Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items]      
Loan receivables term 3 years    
Channel partners revolving short-term financing payment term 90 days    
v3.23.2
Summary of Significant Accounting Policies - Depreciation Period by Asset Category (Details)
Jul. 29, 2023
Buildings  
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]  
Property and equipment, useful life 25 years
Building improvements  
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]  
Property and equipment, useful life 10 years
Leasehold improvements | Maximum  
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]  
Property and equipment, useful life 10 years
Computer equipment and related software | Minimum  
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]  
Property and equipment, useful life 30 months
Computer equipment and related software | Maximum  
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]  
Property and equipment, useful life 36 months
Production, engineering, and other equipment | Maximum  
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]  
Property and equipment, useful life 5 years
Furniture and fixtures  
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]  
Property and equipment, useful life 5 years
v3.23.2
Revenue - Disaggregation of Revenue (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Jul. 31, 2021
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]      
Total revenue $ 56,998 $ 51,557 $ 49,818
Product      
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]      
Total revenue 43,142 38,018 36,014
Secure, Agile Networks      
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]      
Total revenue 29,105 23,831 22,725
Internet for the Future      
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]      
Total revenue 5,306 5,276 4,511
Collaboration      
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]      
Total revenue 4,052 4,472 4,727
End-to-End Security      
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]      
Total revenue 3,859 3,699 3,382
Optimized Application Experiences      
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]      
Total revenue 811 729 654
Other Products      
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]      
Total revenue 9 11 15
Service      
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]      
Total revenue $ 13,856 $ 13,539 $ 13,804
v3.23.2
Revenue - Additional Information (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]    
Payment terms 30 days  
Accounts receivable, net $ 5,854 $ 6,622
Deferred revenue 25,550 23,264
Revenue recognized 12,700  
Total deferred sales commissions 1,100 1,000
Amortization of sales commissions, expense 723 679
Software and Service Agreements    
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]    
Contract assets, net of allowances $ 1,600 $ 1,300
v3.23.2
Revenue - Allowance for Accounts Receivable (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Jul. 31, 2021
Accounts Receivable, Allowance for Credit Loss [Roll Forward]      
Allowance for credit loss at beginning of fiscal year $ 83 $ 109 $ 143
Provisions (benefits) 39 64 21
Recoveries (write-offs), net (37) (81) (29)
Foreign exchange and other 0 (9) (26)
Allowance for credit loss at end of fiscal year $ 85 $ 83 $ 109
v3.23.2
Revenue - Schedule of Internal Risk Ratings for Contract Assets (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Financing Receivable, Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]    
Gross contract assets $ 1,686 $ 1,386
1 to 4    
Financing Receivable, Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]    
Gross contract assets 672 414
5 to 6    
Financing Receivable, Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]    
Gross contract assets 954 814
7 and Higher    
Financing Receivable, Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]    
Gross contract assets $ 60 $ 158
v3.23.2
Acquisitions and Divestitures - Additional Information (Details)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
USD ($)
acquisition
Jul. 30, 2022
USD ($)
acquisition
Jul. 31, 2021
USD ($)
acquisition
Business Acquisition [Line Items]      
Number of business combinations (acquisition) | acquisition 5 3 13
Cash and cash equivalents acquired $ 7 $ 7  
Total purchase consideration 315 364 $ 7,500
General and Administrative Expense      
Business Acquisition [Line Items]      
Total transaction costs $ 26 $ 50 $ 46
v3.23.2
Acquisitions and Divestitures - Summary of Allocation of Total Purchase Consideration (Details)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
USD ($)
acquisition
Jul. 30, 2022
USD ($)
acquisition
Jul. 31, 2021
USD ($)
acquisition
Business Combination and Asset Acquisition [Abstract]      
Number of business combinations (acquisition) | acquisition 5 3 13
Purchase Consideration $ 315 $ 364 $ 7,500
Net Tangible Assets Acquired (Liabilities Assumed) (18) 12  
Purchased Intangible Assets 150 20  
Goodwill $ 183 $ 332  
v3.23.2
Goodwill and Purchased Intangible Assets - Schedule of Goodwill by Reportable Segments (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Goodwill [Roll Forward]    
Beginning balance $ 38,304 $ 38,168
Acquisitions 183 332
Foreign Currency Translation and Other 48 (196)
Ending balance 38,535 38,304
Americas    
Goodwill [Roll Forward]    
Beginning balance 23,882 23,673
Acquisitions 123 222
Foreign Currency Translation and Other 30 (13)
Ending balance 24,035 23,882
EMEA    
Goodwill [Roll Forward]    
Beginning balance 9,062 9,094
Acquisitions 44 83
Foreign Currency Translation and Other 12 (115)
Ending balance 9,118 9,062
APJC    
Goodwill [Roll Forward]    
Beginning balance 5,360 5,401
Acquisitions 16 27
Foreign Currency Translation and Other 6 (68)
Ending balance $ 5,382 $ 5,360
v3.23.2
Goodwill and Purchased Intangible Assets - Schedule of Intangible Assets Acquired Through Business Combinations (Details)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
USD ($)
acquisition
Jul. 30, 2022
USD ($)
acquisition
Jul. 31, 2021
acquisition
Schedule Of Finite Lived And Indefinite Lived Intangible Assets Acquired Through Business Combinations [Line Items]      
Number of business combinations (acquisition) | acquisition 5 3 13
Total intangible assets acquired $ 150 $ 20  
IPR&D      
Schedule Of Finite Lived And Indefinite Lived Intangible Assets Acquired Through Business Combinations [Line Items]      
Indefinite-lived intangible assets acquired $ 0 $ 0  
TECHNOLOGY      
Schedule Of Finite Lived And Indefinite Lived Intangible Assets Acquired Through Business Combinations [Line Items]      
Weighted- Average Useful Life (in Years) 3 years 8 months 12 days 2 years 8 months 12 days  
Finite lived intangible assets acquired $ 138 $ 16  
CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIPS      
Schedule Of Finite Lived And Indefinite Lived Intangible Assets Acquired Through Business Combinations [Line Items]      
Weighted- Average Useful Life (in Years) 1 year 9 months 18 days 2 years  
Finite lived intangible assets acquired $ 12 $ 4  
v3.23.2
Goodwill and Purchased Intangible Assets - Schedule of Purchased Intangible Assets with Finite and Indefinite Lives (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Purchased intangible assets with finite lives:    
Gross $ 4,266 $ 4,026
Accumulated Amortization (2,618) (1,887)
Total purchased intangible assets with finite lives, net 1,648 2,139
In-process research and development, with indefinite lives 170 430
Total finite and indefinite lives intangible assets, gross 4,436 4,456
Total finite and indefinite lives intangible assets, net 1,818 2,569
Technology    
Purchased intangible assets with finite lives:    
Gross 2,998 2,631
Accumulated Amortization (1,691) (1,102)
Total purchased intangible assets with finite lives, net 1,307 1,529
Customer relationships    
Purchased intangible assets with finite lives:    
Gross 1,228 1,354
Accumulated Amortization (905) (769)
Total purchased intangible assets with finite lives, net 323 585
Other    
Purchased intangible assets with finite lives:    
Gross 40 41
Accumulated Amortization (22) (16)
Total purchased intangible assets with finite lives, net $ 18 $ 25
v3.23.2
Goodwill and Purchased Intangible Assets - Schedule of Amortization of Purchased Intangible Assets (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Jul. 31, 2021
Acquired Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]      
Amortization of purchased intangible assets $ 282 $ 313 $ 215
Cost of sales      
Acquired Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]      
Amortization of purchased intangible assets 649 749 716
Operating expenses      
Acquired Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]      
Amortization of purchased intangible assets 282 328 215
Total      
Acquired Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]      
Amortization of purchased intangible assets $ 931 $ 1,077 $ 931
v3.23.2
Goodwill and Purchased Intangible Assets - Schedule of Estimated Future Amortization Expense of Purchased Intangible Assets (Details)
$ in Millions
Jul. 29, 2023
USD ($)
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Future Amortization Expense [Abstract]  
2024 $ 875
2025 502
2026 154
2027 78
2028 $ 39
v3.23.2
Restructuring and Other Charges - Additional Information (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Jul. 29, 2023
Jan. 28, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
FISCAL 2023 PLAN      
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]      
Percentage of global workforce   5.00%  
Expected pretax restructuring charges   $ 700  
Cumulative restructuring charges incurred $ 535    
Fiscal 2021 Plan      
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]      
Cumulative restructuring charges incurred     $ 892
v3.23.2
Restructuring and Other Charges - Schedule of Activities Related to Restructuring and Other Charges (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Jul. 31, 2021
Restructuring Reserve [Roll Forward]      
Liability, beginning of period $ 9 $ 34 $ 72
Charges 531 6 886
Cash payments (314) (25) (890)
Non-cash items (13) (6) (34)
Liability, end of period 213 9 34
FISCAL 2023 PLAN | Employee Severance      
Restructuring Reserve [Roll Forward]      
Liability, beginning of period 0 0 0
Charges 465 0 0
Cash payments (301) 0 0
Non-cash items 2 0 0
Liability, end of period 166 0 0
FISCAL 2023 PLAN | Other      
Restructuring Reserve [Roll Forward]      
Liability, beginning of period 0 0 0
Charges 70 0 0
Cash payments (11) 0 0
Non-cash items (15) 0 0
Liability, end of period 44 0 0
FISCAL 2021 AND PRIOR PLANS | Employee Severance      
Restructuring Reserve [Roll Forward]      
Liability, beginning of period 2 16 58
Charges 0 9 836
Cash payments (1) (23) (879)
Non-cash items 0 0 1
Liability, end of period 1 2 16
FISCAL 2021 AND PRIOR PLANS | Other      
Restructuring Reserve [Roll Forward]      
Liability, beginning of period 7 18 14
Charges (4) (3) 50
Cash payments (1) (2) (11)
Non-cash items 0 (6) (35)
Liability, end of period $ 2 $ 7 $ 18
v3.23.2
Balance Sheet and Other Details - Cash, Cash Equivalents, Restricted Cash and Restricted Cash Equivalents (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Jul. 31, 2021
Jul. 25, 2020
Organization, Consolidation and Presentation of Financial Statements [Abstract]        
Cash and cash equivalents $ 10,123 $ 7,079    
Restricted cash and restricted cash equivalents included in other current assets 191 0    
Restricted cash and restricted cash equivalents included in other assets 1,313 1,500    
Total $ 11,627 $ 8,579 $ 9,942 $ 11,812
v3.23.2
Balance Sheet and Other Details - Inventories (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Organization, Consolidation and Presentation of Financial Statements [Abstract]    
Raw materials $ 1,685 $ 1,601
Work in process 264 150
Finished goods 1,493 717
Service-related spares 186 90
Demonstration systems 16 10
Total $ 3,644 $ 2,568
v3.23.2
Balance Sheet and Other Details - Property and Equipment, Net (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]    
Operating lease assets $ 135 $ 185
Total gross property and equipment 10,058 10,165
Less: accumulated depreciation and amortization (7,973) (8,168)
Total 2,085 1,997
Land, buildings, and building and leasehold improvements    
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]    
Gross property and equipment, excluding operating lease assets 4,229 4,219
Computer equipment and related software    
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]    
Gross property and equipment, excluding operating lease assets 744 779
Production, engineering, and other equipment    
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]    
Gross property and equipment, excluding operating lease assets 4,611 4,647
Furniture, fixtures and other    
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]    
Gross property and equipment, excluding operating lease assets $ 339 $ 335
v3.23.2
Balance Sheet and Other Details - Remaining Performance Obligations (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Revenue, Remaining Performance Obligation, Expected Timing of Satisfaction [Line Items]    
Remaining performance obligation $ 34,868 $ 31,539
Deferred revenue 25,550 23,264
Unbilled Contract Revenue    
Revenue, Remaining Performance Obligation, Expected Timing of Satisfaction [Line Items]    
Remaining performance obligation 9,318 8,275
Revenue, Remaining Performance Obligation, Expected Timing of Satisfaction, Start Date [Axis]: 2022-07-31    
Revenue, Remaining Performance Obligation, Expected Timing of Satisfaction [Line Items]    
Remaining performance obligation   $ 16,936
Period for amount to be recognized as revenue   12 months
Amount to be recognized as revenue over the next 12 months   54.00%
Revenue, Remaining Performance Obligation, Expected Timing of Satisfaction, Start Date [Axis]: 2023-07-30    
Revenue, Remaining Performance Obligation, Expected Timing of Satisfaction [Line Items]    
Remaining performance obligation $ 17,910 $ 14,603
Period for amount to be recognized as revenue 12 months
Amount to be recognized as revenue over the next 12 months 51.00%  
Revenue, Remaining Performance Obligation, Expected Timing of Satisfaction, Start Date [Axis]: 2024-07-28    
Revenue, Remaining Performance Obligation, Expected Timing of Satisfaction [Line Items]    
Remaining performance obligation $ 16,958  
Period for amount to be recognized as revenue  
Product    
Revenue, Remaining Performance Obligation, Expected Timing of Satisfaction [Line Items]    
Remaining performance obligation $ 15,802 $ 14,090
Deferred revenue 11,505 10,427
Service    
Revenue, Remaining Performance Obligation, Expected Timing of Satisfaction [Line Items]    
Remaining performance obligation 19,066 17,449
Deferred revenue $ 14,045 $ 12,837
v3.23.2
Balance Sheet and Other Details - Deferred Revenue (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]    
Deferred revenue $ 25,550 $ 23,264
Current 13,908 12,784
Noncurrent 11,642 10,480
Product    
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]    
Deferred revenue 11,505 10,427
Service    
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]    
Deferred revenue $ 14,045 $ 12,837
v3.23.2
Balance Sheet and Other Details - Transition Tax Payable (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Organization, Consolidation and Presentation of Financial Statements [Abstract]    
Current $ 1,364 $ 727
Noncurrent 4,092 5,456
Total $ 5,456 $ 6,183
v3.23.2
Leases - Operating Lease Balances (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Leases [Abstract]    
Operating Lease, Right-of-Use Asset, Statement of Financial Position [Extensible Enumeration] Other assets Other assets
Operating lease right-of-use assets $ 971 $ 1,003
Operating Lease, Liability, Current, Statement of Financial Position [Extensible Enumeration] Other current liabilities Other current liabilities
Operating lease liabilities $ 313 $ 322
Operating Lease, Liability, Noncurrent, Statement of Financial Position [Extensible Enumeration] Other long-term liabilities Other long-term liabilities
Operating lease liabilities $ 707 $ 724
Total operating lease liabilities $ 1,020 $ 1,046
v3.23.2
Leases - Lease expense (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Leases [Abstract]    
Operating lease expense $ 425 $ 390
Short-term lease expense 65 66
Variable lease expense 242 173
Total lease expense $ 732 $ 629
v3.23.2
Leases - Supplemental Information (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Leases [Abstract]    
Cash paid for amounts included in the measurement of lease liabilities — operating cash flows $ 387 $ 408
Right-of-use assets obtained in exchange for operating leases liabilities $ 326 $ 331
v3.23.2
Leases - Additional Information (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Leases [Abstract]    
Weighted-average remaining lease term (in years) 4 years 7 months 6 days 4 years 8 months 12 days
Weighted-average discount rate 3.10% 2.20%
Sales-type lease term, on average 4 years  
Interest income, lease receivables $ 51 $ 54
Operating lease income $ 73 $ 107
Product    
Lessor, Lease, Description [Line Items]    
Operating Lease, Lease Income, Statement of Income or Comprehensive Income [Extensible Enumeration] Total revenue Total revenue
v3.23.2
Leases - Lessee Arrangements, Maturities of Operating Leases (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Leases [Abstract]    
2024 $ 341  
2025 259  
2026 167  
2027 99  
2028 73  
Thereafter 177  
Total lease payments 1,116  
Less interest (96)  
Total operating lease liabilities $ 1,020 $ 1,046
v3.23.2
Leases - Lessor Arrangements, Future Minimum Lease Receivables (Details)
$ in Millions
Jul. 29, 2023
USD ($)
Leases [Abstract]  
2024 $ 371
2025 221
2026 167
2027 147
2028 100
Thereafter 9
Total 1,015
Less: Present value of lease payments 927
Unearned income $ 88
v3.23.2
Leases - Operating Lease Assets (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Leases [Abstract]    
Operating lease assets $ 135 $ 185
Accumulated depreciation (78) (111)
Operating lease assets, net $ 57 $ 74
v3.23.2
Leases - Lessor Arrangements, Minimum Future Rentals on Operating Leases (Details)
$ in Millions
Jul. 29, 2023
USD ($)
Leases [Abstract]  
2024 $ 25
2025 12
2026 6
Total $ 43
v3.23.2
Financing Receivables - Additional Information (Details)
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
Accounts, Notes, Loans and Financing Receivable [Line Items]  
Average lease term 4 years
Financing receivable, threshold period past due 31 days
Minimum  
Accounts, Notes, Loans and Financing Receivable [Line Items]  
Loan receivables term 1 year
Maximum  
Accounts, Notes, Loans and Financing Receivable [Line Items]  
Loan receivables term 3 years
v3.23.2
Financing Receivables - Schedule of Financing Receivables (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Jul. 31, 2021
Jul. 25, 2020
Accounts, Notes, Loans and Financing Receivable [Line Items]        
Gross $ 6,925 $ 8,018    
Residual value 70 76    
Unearned income (88) (54)    
Allowance for credit loss (72) (126) $ (127) $ (138)
Total, net 6,835 7,914    
Current 3,352 3,905    
Noncurrent 3,483 4,009    
Loan Receivables        
Accounts, Notes, Loans and Financing Receivable [Line Items]        
Gross 5,910 6,842    
Unearned income 0 0    
Allowance for credit loss (53) (103) (89) (90)
Total, net 5,857 6,739    
Current 2,988 3,327    
Noncurrent 2,869 3,412    
Lease Receivables        
Accounts, Notes, Loans and Financing Receivable [Line Items]        
Gross 1,015 1,176    
Residual value 70 76    
Unearned income (88) (54)    
Allowance for credit loss (19) (23) $ (38) $ (48)
Total, net 978 1,175    
Current 364 578    
Noncurrent $ 614 $ 597    
v3.23.2
Financing Receivables - Schedule of Financing Receivables Categorized by Internal Credit Risk Rating (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Financing Receivable, Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]    
Origination year - Prior $ 18 $ 7
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2019/2018 108 103
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2020/2019 500 455
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2021/2020 1,268 1,208
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2022/2021 1,747 2,549
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2023/2022 3,196 3,642
Total 6,837 7,964
Loan Receivables    
Financing Receivable, Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]    
Origination year - Prior 14 4
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2019/2018 74 67
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2020/2019 397 310
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2021/2020 1,095 926
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2022/2021 1,571 2,206
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2023/2022 2,759 3,329
Total 5,910 6,842
Loan Receivables | 1 to 4    
Financing Receivable, Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]    
Origination year - Prior 10 2
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2019/2018 53 49
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2020/2019 251 173
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2021/2020 791 536
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2022/2021 1,077 1,458
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2023/2022 1,784 2,287
Total 3,966 4,505
Loan Receivables | 5 to 6    
Financing Receivable, Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]    
Origination year - Prior 3 1
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2019/2018 14 17
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2020/2019 131 115
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2021/2020 287 345
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2022/2021 465 709
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2023/2022 936 1,030
Total 1,836 2,217
Loan Receivables | 7 and Higher    
Financing Receivable, Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]    
Origination year - Prior 1 1
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2019/2018 7 1
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2020/2019 15 22
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2021/2020 17 45
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2022/2021 29 39
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2023/2022 39 12
Total 108 120
Lease Receivables    
Financing Receivable, Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]    
Origination year - Prior 4 3
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2019/2018 34 36
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2020/2019 103 145
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2021/2020 173 282
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2022/2021 176 343
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2023/2022 437 313
Total 927 1,122
Lease Receivables | 1 to 4    
Financing Receivable, Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]    
Origination year - Prior 2 2
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2019/2018 20 25
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2020/2019 57 74
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2021/2020 111 124
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2022/2021 84 176
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2023/2022 235 152
Total 509 553
Lease Receivables | 5 to 6    
Financing Receivable, Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]    
Origination year - Prior 2 1
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2019/2018 13 10
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2020/2019 44 67
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2021/2020 58 146
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2022/2021 87 165
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2023/2022 191 151
Total 395 540
Lease Receivables | 7 and Higher    
Financing Receivable, Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]    
Origination year - Prior 0 0
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2019/2018 1 1
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2020/2019 2 4
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2021/2020 4 12
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2022/2021 5 2
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2023/2022 11 10
Total $ 23 $ 29
v3.23.2
Financing Receivables - Schedule of Aging Analysis of Financing Receivables (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Financing Receivable, Past Due [Line Items]    
Gross Financing Receivables $ 6,837 $ 7,964
120+ Still Accruing 23 21
Nonaccrual Financing Receivables 15 71
Impaired Financing Receivables 15 71
Total Past Due    
Financing Receivable, Past Due [Line Items]    
Gross Financing Receivables 147 329
Past due 31 - 60 days    
Financing Receivable, Past Due [Line Items]    
Gross Financing Receivables 63 106
Past due 61 -90 days    
Financing Receivable, Past Due [Line Items]    
Gross Financing Receivables 24 68
Past due 91 or above days    
Financing Receivable, Past Due [Line Items]    
Gross Financing Receivables 60 155
Current    
Financing Receivable, Past Due [Line Items]    
Gross Financing Receivables 6,690 7,635
Loan Receivables    
Financing Receivable, Past Due [Line Items]    
Gross Financing Receivables 5,910 6,842
120+ Still Accruing 17 14
Nonaccrual Financing Receivables 12 60
Impaired Financing Receivables 12 60
Loan Receivables | Total Past Due    
Financing Receivable, Past Due [Line Items]    
Gross Financing Receivables 104 289
Loan Receivables | Past due 31 - 60 days    
Financing Receivable, Past Due [Line Items]    
Gross Financing Receivables 47 98
Loan Receivables | Past due 61 -90 days    
Financing Receivable, Past Due [Line Items]    
Gross Financing Receivables 20 62
Loan Receivables | Past due 91 or above days    
Financing Receivable, Past Due [Line Items]    
Gross Financing Receivables 37 129
Loan Receivables | Current    
Financing Receivable, Past Due [Line Items]    
Gross Financing Receivables 5,806 6,553
Lease Receivables    
Financing Receivable, Past Due [Line Items]    
Gross Financing Receivables 927 1,122
120+ Still Accruing 6 7
Nonaccrual Financing Receivables 3 11
Impaired Financing Receivables 3 11
Lease Receivables | Total Past Due    
Financing Receivable, Past Due [Line Items]    
Gross Financing Receivables 43 40
Lease Receivables | Past due 31 - 60 days    
Financing Receivable, Past Due [Line Items]    
Gross Financing Receivables 16 8
Lease Receivables | Past due 61 -90 days    
Financing Receivable, Past Due [Line Items]    
Gross Financing Receivables 4 6
Lease Receivables | Past due 91 or above days    
Financing Receivable, Past Due [Line Items]    
Gross Financing Receivables 23 26
Lease Receivables | Current    
Financing Receivable, Past Due [Line Items]    
Gross Financing Receivables $ 884 $ 1,082
v3.23.2
Financing Receivables - Summary of Allowances for Credit Loss and Related Financing Receivables (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Jul. 31, 2021
Financing Receivable, Allowance for Credit Loss [Roll Forward]      
Allowance for credit loss, beginning of period $ 126 $ 127 $ 138
Provisions (benefits) (8) (9) (27)
Recoveries (write-offs), net (41) (2) (2)
Foreign exchange and other (5) 10 18
Allowance for credit loss, end of period 72 126 127
Loan Receivables      
Financing Receivable, Allowance for Credit Loss [Roll Forward]      
Allowance for credit loss, beginning of period 103 89 90
Provisions (benefits) (7) 4 (17)
Recoveries (write-offs), net (38) 0 (1)
Foreign exchange and other (5) 10 17
Allowance for credit loss, end of period 53 103 89
Lease Receivables      
Financing Receivable, Allowance for Credit Loss [Roll Forward]      
Allowance for credit loss, beginning of period 23 38 48
Provisions (benefits) (1) (13) (10)
Recoveries (write-offs), net (3) (2) (1)
Foreign exchange and other 0 0 1
Allowance for credit loss, end of period $ 19 $ 23 $ 38
v3.23.2
Investments - Summary of Available-for-Sale Investments (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Schedule of Investments [Line Items]    
Amortized Cost $ 16,199 $ 12,467
Gross Unrealized Gains 18 2
Gross Unrealized and Credit Losses (625) (522)
Fair Value 15,592 11,947
U.S. government securities    
Schedule of Investments [Line Items]    
Amortized Cost 3,587 1,287
Gross Unrealized Gains 1 0
Gross Unrealized and Credit Losses (62) (49)
Fair Value 3,526 1,238
U.S. government agency securities    
Schedule of Investments [Line Items]    
Amortized Cost 428 142
Gross Unrealized Gains 0 0
Gross Unrealized and Credit Losses (5) (4)
Fair Value 423 138
Non-U.S. government and agency securities    
Schedule of Investments [Line Items]    
Amortized Cost 364 272
Gross Unrealized Gains 0 0
Gross Unrealized and Credit Losses (1) 0
Fair Value 363 272
Corporate debt securities    
Schedule of Investments [Line Items]    
Amortized Cost 7,238 8,127
Gross Unrealized Gains 3 2
Gross Unrealized and Credit Losses (327) (311)
Fair Value 6,914 7,818
U.S. agency mortgage-backed securities    
Schedule of Investments [Line Items]    
Amortized Cost 2,421 2,134
Gross Unrealized Gains 14 0
Gross Unrealized and Credit Losses (230) (158)
Fair Value 2,205 1,976
Commercial paper    
Schedule of Investments [Line Items]    
Amortized Cost 1,484 255
Gross Unrealized Gains 0 0
Gross Unrealized and Credit Losses 0 0
Fair Value 1,484 255
Certificates of deposit    
Schedule of Investments [Line Items]    
Amortized Cost 677 250
Gross Unrealized Gains 0 0
Gross Unrealized and Credit Losses 0 0
Fair Value $ 677 $ 250
v3.23.2
Investments - Gross Realized Gains and Gross Realized Losses Related to Available-for-Sale Investment (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Jul. 31, 2021
Investments, Debt and Equity Securities [Abstract]      
Gross realized gains $ 4 $ 27 $ 55
Gross realized losses (25) (18) (2)
Total $ (21) $ 9 $ 53
v3.23.2
Investments - Available-for-Sale Investments With Gross Unrealized Losses (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Schedule of Investments [Line Items]    
Unrealized loss less than 12 months, Fair Value $ 5,593 $ 9,713
Unrealized loss less than 12 months, Gross Unrealized Losses (64) (382)
Unrealized losses 12 months or greater, Fair Value 6,756 1,181
Unrealized losses 12 months or greater, Gross Unrealized Losses (531) (106)
Total, Fair Value 12,349 10,894
Total, Gross Unrealized Losses (595) (488)
U.S. government securities    
Schedule of Investments [Line Items]    
Unrealized loss less than 12 months, Fair Value 2,394 1,110
Unrealized loss less than 12 months, Gross Unrealized Losses (26) (44)
Unrealized losses 12 months or greater, Fair Value 931 120
Unrealized losses 12 months or greater, Gross Unrealized Losses (36) (5)
Total, Fair Value 3,325 1,230
Total, Gross Unrealized Losses (62) (49)
U.S. government agency securities    
Schedule of Investments [Line Items]    
Unrealized loss less than 12 months, Fair Value 343 114
Unrealized loss less than 12 months, Gross Unrealized Losses (2) (2)
Unrealized losses 12 months or greater, Fair Value 72 24
Unrealized losses 12 months or greater, Gross Unrealized Losses (3) (2)
Total, Fair Value 415 138
Total, Gross Unrealized Losses (5) (4)
Non-U.S. government and agency securities    
Schedule of Investments [Line Items]    
Unrealized loss less than 12 months, Fair Value 363 264
Unrealized loss less than 12 months, Gross Unrealized Losses (1) 0
Unrealized losses 12 months or greater, Fair Value 0 0
Unrealized losses 12 months or greater, Gross Unrealized Losses 0 0
Total, Fair Value 363 264
Total, Gross Unrealized Losses (1) 0
Corporate debt securities    
Schedule of Investments [Line Items]    
Unrealized loss less than 12 months, Fair Value 1,736 6,920
Unrealized loss less than 12 months, Gross Unrealized Losses (22) (240)
Unrealized losses 12 months or greater, Fair Value 4,315 422
Unrealized losses 12 months or greater, Gross Unrealized Losses (275) (37)
Total, Fair Value 6,051 7,342
Total, Gross Unrealized Losses (297) (277)
U.S. agency mortgage-backed securities    
Schedule of Investments [Line Items]    
Unrealized loss less than 12 months, Fair Value 658 1,305
Unrealized loss less than 12 months, Gross Unrealized Losses (13) (96)
Unrealized losses 12 months or greater, Fair Value 1,438 615
Unrealized losses 12 months or greater, Gross Unrealized Losses (217) (62)
Total, Fair Value 2,096 1,920
Total, Gross Unrealized Losses (230) $ (158)
Commercial paper    
Schedule of Investments [Line Items]    
Unrealized loss less than 12 months, Fair Value 97  
Unrealized loss less than 12 months, Gross Unrealized Losses 0  
Unrealized losses 12 months or greater, Fair Value 0  
Unrealized losses 12 months or greater, Gross Unrealized Losses 0  
Total, Fair Value 97  
Total, Gross Unrealized Losses 0  
Certificates of deposit    
Schedule of Investments [Line Items]    
Unrealized loss less than 12 months, Fair Value 2  
Unrealized loss less than 12 months, Gross Unrealized Losses 0  
Unrealized losses 12 months or greater, Fair Value 0  
Unrealized losses 12 months or greater, Gross Unrealized Losses 0  
Total, Fair Value 2  
Total, Gross Unrealized Losses $ 0  
v3.23.2
Investments - Maturities of Fixed Income Securities (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Amortized Cost    
Within 1 year $ 5,510  
After 1 year through 5 years 8,197  
After 5 years through 10 years 69  
After 10 years 2  
Mortgage-backed securities with no single maturity 2,421  
Amortized Cost 16,199 $ 12,467
Fair Value    
Within 1 year 5,462  
After 1 year through 5 years 7,856  
After 5 years through 10 years 67  
After 10 years 2  
Mortgage-backed securities with no single maturity 2,205  
Fair Value $ 15,592 $ 11,947
v3.23.2
Investments - Additional Information (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Schedule of Investments [Line Items]    
Marketable equity securities $ 431 $ 241
Net unrealized gain (loss) on marketable securities 36 (38)
Net gain (loss) on non-marketable equity securities measured using the measurement alternative (8) 32
Investments in privately held companies 1,800  
Funding commitments 300  
Variable Interest Entity, Not Primary Beneficiary    
Schedule of Investments [Line Items]    
Investments in privately held companies 1,000  
Net Asset Value (NAV) | Private equity funds    
Schedule of Investments [Line Items]    
Non-marketable equity securities included in other assets $ 900 $ 1,100
v3.23.2
Fair Value - Assets and Liabilities Measured At Fair Value On Recurring Basis (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Assets:    
Available-for-sale debt investments $ 15,592 $ 11,947
Marketable equity securities 431 241
Derivative assets 32 78
Total 25,214 17,813
Liabilities:    
Derivative liabilities 75 89
Total 75 89
Money market funds    
Assets:    
Other assets 1,313 1,500
U.S. government securities    
Assets:    
Available-for-sale debt investments 3,526 1,238
U.S. government agency securities    
Assets:    
Available-for-sale debt investments 423 138
Non-U.S. government and agency securities    
Assets:    
Available-for-sale debt investments 363 272
Corporate debt securities    
Assets:    
Available-for-sale debt investments 6,914 7,818
U.S. agency mortgage-backed securities    
Assets:    
Available-for-sale debt investments 2,205 1,976
Commercial paper    
Assets:    
Available-for-sale debt investments 1,484 255
Certificates of deposit    
Assets:    
Available-for-sale debt investments 677 250
Money market funds    
Assets:    
Cash equivalents 6,496 3,930
Other current assets 188 0
Commercial paper    
Assets:    
Cash equivalents 1,090 72
Certificates of deposit    
Assets:    
Cash equivalents 47 32
Corporate debt securities    
Assets:    
Cash equivalents 25 1
U.S. government securities    
Assets:    
Cash equivalents 0 12
Level 1    
Assets:    
Marketable equity securities 431 241
Derivative assets 0 0
Total 8,428 5,671
Liabilities:    
Derivative liabilities 0 0
Total 0 0
Level 1 | Money market funds    
Assets:    
Other assets 1,313 1,500
Level 1 | U.S. government securities    
Assets:    
Available-for-sale debt investments 0 0
Level 1 | U.S. government agency securities    
Assets:    
Available-for-sale debt investments 0 0
Level 1 | Non-U.S. government and agency securities    
Assets:    
Available-for-sale debt investments 0 0
Level 1 | Corporate debt securities    
Assets:    
Available-for-sale debt investments 0 0
Level 1 | U.S. agency mortgage-backed securities    
Assets:    
Available-for-sale debt investments 0 0
Level 1 | Commercial paper    
Assets:    
Available-for-sale debt investments 0 0
Level 1 | Certificates of deposit    
Assets:    
Available-for-sale debt investments 0 0
Level 1 | Money market funds    
Assets:    
Cash equivalents 6,496 3,930
Other current assets 188 0
Level 1 | Commercial paper    
Assets:    
Cash equivalents 0 0
Level 1 | Certificates of deposit    
Assets:    
Cash equivalents 0 0
Level 1 | Corporate debt securities    
Assets:    
Cash equivalents 0 0
Level 1 | U.S. government securities    
Assets:    
Cash equivalents 0 0
Level 2    
Assets:    
Marketable equity securities 0 0
Derivative assets 32 78
Total 16,786 12,142
Liabilities:    
Derivative liabilities 75 89
Total 75 89
Level 2 | Money market funds    
Assets:    
Other assets 0 0
Level 2 | U.S. government securities    
Assets:    
Available-for-sale debt investments 3,526 1,238
Level 2 | U.S. government agency securities    
Assets:    
Available-for-sale debt investments 423 138
Level 2 | Non-U.S. government and agency securities    
Assets:    
Available-for-sale debt investments 363 272
Level 2 | Corporate debt securities    
Assets:    
Available-for-sale debt investments 6,914 7,818
Level 2 | U.S. agency mortgage-backed securities    
Assets:    
Available-for-sale debt investments 2,205 1,976
Level 2 | Commercial paper    
Assets:    
Available-for-sale debt investments 1,484 255
Level 2 | Certificates of deposit    
Assets:    
Available-for-sale debt investments 677 250
Level 2 | Money market funds    
Assets:    
Cash equivalents 0 0
Other current assets 0 0
Level 2 | Commercial paper    
Assets:    
Cash equivalents 1,090 72
Level 2 | Certificates of deposit    
Assets:    
Cash equivalents 47 32
Level 2 | Corporate debt securities    
Assets:    
Cash equivalents 25 1
Level 2 | U.S. government securities    
Assets:    
Cash equivalents $ 0 $ 12
v3.23.2
Fair Value - Additional Information (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]    
Long term loan receivables and financed service contracts carrying value $ 2,900 $ 3,400
Senior notes, carrying value 8,391 8,915
Level 2    
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]    
Senior notes, fair value $ 8,700 $ 9,700
v3.23.2
Borrowings - Schedule of Short-Term Debt (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Short-term Debt [Line Items]    
Current portion of long-term debt $ 1,733 $ 499
Total 1,733 1,099
Senior Notes    
Short-term Debt [Line Items]    
Current portion of long-term debt $ 1,733 $ 499
Effective Rate 4.45% 2.68%
Commercial paper    
Short-term Debt [Line Items]    
Commercial paper $ 0 $ 600
Effective Rate 0.00% 2.05%
v3.23.2
Borrowings - Additional Information (Details)
May 13, 2021
USD ($)
extension_option
Jul. 29, 2023
USD ($)
Jul. 30, 2022
USD ($)
Debt Instrument [Line Items]      
Derivative notional amount   $ 7,711,000,000 $ 6,672,000,000
Unsecured Debt | Revolving Credit Facility      
Debt Instrument [Line Items]      
Credit facility term 5 years    
Maximum borrowing capacity $ 3,000,000,000    
Line of credit outstanding   0  
Additional credit facility upon agreement (up to) $ 2,000,000,000    
Number of extension options | extension_option 2    
Unsecured Debt | Revolving Credit Facility | Pounds Sterling | Minimum      
Debt Instrument [Line Items]      
Interest rate 0.00%    
Unsecured Debt | Revolving Credit Facility | Term SOFR | U.S. dollars | Variable Rate Component One      
Debt Instrument [Line Items]      
Basis spread on variable rate 0.10%    
Unsecured Debt | Revolving Credit Facility | Term SOFR | U.S. dollars | Variable Rate Component Three      
Debt Instrument [Line Items]      
Basis spread on variable rate 1.00%    
Unsecured Debt | Revolving Credit Facility | Federal Funds Rate | U.S. dollars | Variable Rate Component Two      
Debt Instrument [Line Items]      
Basis spread on variable rate 0.50%    
Interest rate derivatives      
Debt Instrument [Line Items]      
Derivative notional amount   1,500,000,000 $ 1,500,000,000
Derivatives designated as hedging instruments | Interest rate derivatives | Fair value hedges      
Debt Instrument [Line Items]      
Derivative notional amount   1,500,000,000  
Commercial paper      
Debt Instrument [Line Items]      
Face amount   $ 10,000,000,000  
Interest rate   0.00% 2.05%
v3.23.2
Borrowings - Schedule of Long-Term Debt (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Debt Instrument [Line Items]    
Total $ 8,500 $ 9,000
Unaccreted discount/issuance costs (68) (75)
Hedge accounting fair value adjustments (41) (10)
Total 8,391 8,915
Short-term debt 1,733 499
Long-term debt $ 6,658 8,416
Fixed-Rate Notes, 2.60%, Due February 28, 2023    
Debt Instrument [Line Items]    
Interest rate, stated percentage 2.60%  
Senior notes $ 0 $ 500
Effective Rate 0.00% 2.68%
Fixed Rate Notes, 2.20%, Due September 20, 2023    
Debt Instrument [Line Items]    
Interest rate, stated percentage 2.20%  
Senior notes $ 750 $ 750
Effective Rate 2.27% 2.27%
Fixed-Rate Notes,3.625%, Due March 4, 2024    
Debt Instrument [Line Items]    
Interest rate, stated percentage 3.625%  
Senior notes $ 1,000 $ 1,000
Effective Rate 6.08% 2.69%
Fixed-Rate Notes,3.50%, Due June 15, 2025    
Debt Instrument [Line Items]    
Interest rate, stated percentage 3.50%  
Senior notes $ 500 $ 500
Effective Rate 6.38% 3.20%
Fixed-Rate Notes,2.95%, Due February 28, 2026    
Debt Instrument [Line Items]    
Interest rate, stated percentage 2.95%  
Senior notes $ 750 $ 750
Effective Rate 3.01% 3.01%
Fixed Rate Notes, 2.50%, Due September 20, 2026    
Debt Instrument [Line Items]    
Interest rate, stated percentage 2.50%  
Senior notes $ 1,500 $ 1,500
Effective Rate 2.55% 2.55%
Fixed-Rate Notes, 5.90%, Due February 15, 2039    
Debt Instrument [Line Items]    
Interest rate, stated percentage 5.90%  
Senior notes $ 2,000 $ 2,000
Effective Rate 6.11% 6.11%
Fixed-Rate Notes, 5.50%, Due January 15, 2040    
Debt Instrument [Line Items]    
Interest rate, stated percentage 5.50%  
Senior notes $ 2,000 $ 2,000
Effective Rate 5.67% 5.67%
v3.23.2
Borrowings - Schedule of Future Principal Payments for Long-Term Debt (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Debt Disclosure [Abstract]    
2024 $ 1,750  
2025 500  
2026 750  
2027 1,500  
Thereafter 4,000  
Total $ 8,500 $ 9,000
v3.23.2
Derivative Instruments - Derivatives Recorded at Fair Value (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Derivative [Line Items]    
DERIVATIVE ASSETS $ 32 $ 78
DERIVATIVE LIABILITIES 75 89
Derivatives designated as hedging instruments:    
Derivative [Line Items]    
DERIVATIVE ASSETS 31 64
DERIVATIVE LIABILITIES 41 10
Derivatives designated as hedging instruments: | Foreign currency derivatives | Other current assets    
Derivative [Line Items]    
DERIVATIVE ASSETS 22 55
Derivatives designated as hedging instruments: | Foreign currency derivatives | Other assets    
Derivative [Line Items]    
DERIVATIVE ASSETS 9 9
Derivatives designated as hedging instruments: | Foreign currency derivatives | Other current liabilities    
Derivative [Line Items]    
DERIVATIVE LIABILITIES 0 0
Derivatives designated as hedging instruments: | Foreign currency derivatives | Other long-term liabilities    
Derivative [Line Items]    
DERIVATIVE LIABILITIES 0 0
Derivatives designated as hedging instruments: | Interest rate derivatives | Other current assets    
Derivative [Line Items]    
DERIVATIVE ASSETS 0 0
Derivatives designated as hedging instruments: | Interest rate derivatives | Other assets    
Derivative [Line Items]    
DERIVATIVE ASSETS 0 0
Derivatives designated as hedging instruments: | Interest rate derivatives | Other current liabilities    
Derivative [Line Items]    
DERIVATIVE LIABILITIES 17 0
Derivatives designated as hedging instruments: | Interest rate derivatives | Other long-term liabilities    
Derivative [Line Items]    
DERIVATIVE LIABILITIES 24 10
Derivatives not designated as hedging instruments:    
Derivative [Line Items]    
DERIVATIVE ASSETS 1 14
DERIVATIVE LIABILITIES 34 79
Derivatives not designated as hedging instruments: | Foreign currency derivatives | Other current assets    
Derivative [Line Items]    
DERIVATIVE ASSETS 1 14
Derivatives not designated as hedging instruments: | Foreign currency derivatives | Other assets    
Derivative [Line Items]    
DERIVATIVE ASSETS 0 0
Derivatives not designated as hedging instruments: | Foreign currency derivatives | Other current liabilities    
Derivative [Line Items]    
DERIVATIVE LIABILITIES 25 69
Derivatives not designated as hedging instruments: | Foreign currency derivatives | Other long-term liabilities    
Derivative [Line Items]    
DERIVATIVE LIABILITIES 9 9
Derivatives not designated as hedging instruments: | Equity derivatives | Other current assets    
Derivative [Line Items]    
DERIVATIVE ASSETS 0 0
Derivatives not designated as hedging instruments: | Equity derivatives | Other current liabilities    
Derivative [Line Items]    
DERIVATIVE LIABILITIES $ 0 $ 1
v3.23.2
Derivative Instruments - Cumulative Basis Adjustments for Fair Value Hedges (Details) - Derivatives designated as hedging instruments - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Short-term debt    
Derivative [Line Items]    
CARRYING AMOUNT OF THE HEDGED ASSETS/(LIABILITIES) $ (983) $ 0
CUMULATIVE AMOUNT OF FAIR VALUE HEDGING ADJUSTMENT INCLUDED IN THE CARRYING AMOUNT OF THE HEDGED ASSETS/LIABILITIES 17 0
Long-term debt    
Derivative [Line Items]    
CARRYING AMOUNT OF THE HEDGED ASSETS/(LIABILITIES) (476) (1,487)
CUMULATIVE AMOUNT OF FAIR VALUE HEDGING ADJUSTMENT INCLUDED IN THE CARRYING AMOUNT OF THE HEDGED ASSETS/LIABILITIES $ 24 $ 10
v3.23.2
Derivative Instruments - Effect of Derivative Instruments Designated as Fair Value Hedges (Details) - Interest rate derivatives - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Jul. 31, 2021
Derivative [Line Items]      
Hedged items $ 31 $ 116 $ 65
Derivatives designated as hedging instruments (31) (118) (67)
Total $ 0 $ (2) $ (2)
Derivative, Gain (Loss), Statement of Income or Comprehensive Income [Extensible Enumeration] Nonoperating Income (Expense) Nonoperating Income (Expense) Nonoperating Income (Expense)
v3.23.2
Derivative Instruments - Effect of Derivative Instruments Not Designated as Hedges on Consolidated Statement of Operations (Details) - Derivatives not designated as hedging instruments - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Jul. 31, 2021
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]      
GAINS (LOSSES) FOR  THE YEARS ENDED $ 72 $ (320) $ 179
Foreign currency derivatives      
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]      
GAINS (LOSSES) FOR  THE YEARS ENDED $ 1 $ (237) $ 2
Derivative, Gain (Loss), Statement of Income or Comprehensive Income [Extensible Enumeration] Other income (loss), net Other income (loss), net Other income (loss), net
Total return swaps—deferred compensation      
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]      
GAINS (LOSSES) FOR  THE YEARS ENDED $ 58 $ (92) $ 157
Derivative, Gain (Loss), Statement of Income or Comprehensive Income [Extensible Enumeration] Operating Expenses Operating Expenses Operating Expenses
Equity derivatives      
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]      
GAINS (LOSSES) FOR  THE YEARS ENDED $ 13 $ 9 $ 20
Derivative, Gain (Loss), Statement of Income or Comprehensive Income [Extensible Enumeration] Other income (loss), net Other income (loss), net Other income (loss), net
v3.23.2
Derivative Instruments - Schedule of Notional Amounts of Derivatives Outstanding (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Derivative [Line Items]    
Derivative notional amount $ 7,711 $ 6,672
Foreign currency derivatives    
Derivative [Line Items]    
Derivative notional amount 5,419 4,521
Interest rate derivatives    
Derivative [Line Items]    
Derivative notional amount 1,500 1,500
Total return swaps—deferred compensation    
Derivative [Line Items]    
Derivative notional amount $ 792 $ 651
v3.23.2
Derivative Instruments - Additional Information (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Derivative [Line Items]    
Cash collateral provided $ 40 $ 14
Cash flow hedges    
Derivative [Line Items]    
Derivative average remaining maturity 24 months  
Net investment hedges    
Derivative [Line Items]    
Derivative average remaining maturity 6 months  
v3.23.2
Commitments and Contingencies - Schedule of Purchase Commitments (Details) - Inventory - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation [Line Items]    
Less than 1 year $ 5,270 $ 9,954
1 to 3 years 1,783 2,240
3 to 5 years 200 770
Total $ 7,253 $ 12,964
v3.23.2
Commitments and Contingencies - Additional Information (Details)
$ in Millions
8 Months Ended 12 Months Ended 23 Months Ended 84 Months Ended
Jul. 10, 2023
patent
May 24, 2023
patent
Nov. 22, 2022
patent
claim
Dec. 10, 2021
patent
Feb. 26, 2021
patent
Oct. 05, 2020
USD ($)
patent
Jun. 12, 2019
patent
Feb. 13, 2018
patent
Aug. 08, 2016
patent
May 24, 2022
claim
Jul. 29, 2023
USD ($)
Jul. 30, 2022
USD ($)
Jul. 31, 2021
USD ($)
Feb. 28, 2022
patent
claim
Jul. 29, 2023
USD ($)
patent
Loss Contingencies [Line Items]                              
Future compensation expense & contingent consideration (up to)                     $ 349       $ 349
Commitments and contingencies                        
Volume of channel partner financing                     32,100 27,900 $ 26,700    
Balance of the channel partner financing subject to guarantees                     1,700 1,400     $ 1,700
Brazilian Tax Authority | Tax years 2003 through 2007                              
Loss Contingencies [Line Items]                              
Income tax examination, tax                     171        
Income tax examination, interest                     974        
Income tax examination, penalties                     $ 423        
Pending Litigation | Centripetal | Patent Infringement | U.S.                              
Loss Contingencies [Line Items]                              
Number of allegedly infringed patents (patent) | patent               11              
Number of patents found infringed (patent) | patent           4                  
Damages awarded, value           $ 1,900                  
Damages awarded, pre-judgement interest           $ 14                  
Royalty awarded against revenue, first three-year term, percentage           10.00%                  
Royalty awarded against revenue, second three-year term, percentage           5.00%                  
Number of patents found not infringed (patent) | patent   1                          
Pending Litigation | Centripetal | Patent Infringement | German                              
Loss Contingencies [Line Items]                              
Number of allegedly infringed patents (patent) | patent                           5  
Number of patents found not infringed (patent) | patent     1 2                      
Claims filed | claim     2                        
Pending Litigation | Centripetal | Patent Infringement, Not subject to IPR Proceedings | U.S.                              
Loss Contingencies [Line Items]                              
Number of allegedly infringed patents (patent) | patent               5              
Pending Litigation | Centripetal | Utility Model Infringement | German                              
Loss Contingencies [Line Items]                              
Claims filed | claim                           1  
Pending Litigation | Ramot | Patent Infringement                              
Loss Contingencies [Line Items]                              
Number of allegedly infringed patents (patent) | patent         2   3                
Number of patents issued for reexamination (patent) | patent 2                            
Claims filed | claim                   2          
Pending Litigation | Egenera, Inc. | Patent Infringement                              
Loss Contingencies [Line Items]                              
Number of allegedly infringed patents (patent) | patent                 3            
Number of patents found not infringed (patent) | patent                             2
Settled Litigation | Ramot | Patent Infringement                              
Loss Contingencies [Line Items]                              
Number of patents issued for reexamination (patent) | patent 1                            
Minimum                              
Loss Contingencies [Line Items]                              
Warranty period for products                     90 days        
Channel partners revolving short-term financing payment term                     60 days        
Minimum | Pending Litigation | Centripetal | Patent Infringement | U.S.                              
Loss Contingencies [Line Items]                              
Annual royalty awarded against revenue, first three-year term           $ 168                  
Annual royalty awarded against revenue, second three-year term           84                  
Maximum                              
Loss Contingencies [Line Items]                              
Warranty period for products                     5 years        
Channel partners revolving short-term financing payment term                     90 days        
Maximum | Pending Litigation | Centripetal | Patent Infringement | U.S.                              
Loss Contingencies [Line Items]                              
Annual royalty awarded against revenue, first three-year term           300                  
Annual royalty awarded against revenue, second three-year term           $ 150                  
Non-marketable equity securities and equity method investments                              
Loss Contingencies [Line Items]                              
Commitments and contingencies                     $ 300 400     $ 300
Inventory                              
Loss Contingencies [Line Items]                              
Liability for purchase commitments                     $ 529 $ 313     $ 529
v3.23.2
Commitments and Contingencies - Schedule of Other Commitments (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Jul. 31, 2021
Others      
Loss Contingencies [Line Items]      
Compensation expense related to acquisitions $ 222 $ 271 $ 262
v3.23.2
Commitments and Contingencies - Schedule of Product Warranty Liability (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Jul. 31, 2021
Movement in Standard and Extended Product Warranty Accrual, Increase (Decrease) [Roll Forward]      
Balance at beginning of fiscal year $ 333 $ 336 $ 331
Provisions for warranties issued 386 415 496
Adjustments for pre-existing warranties 18 3 0
Settlements (408) (421) (491)
Balance at end of fiscal year $ 329 $ 333 $ 336
v3.23.2
Commitments and Contingencies - Schedule of Financing Guarantees Outstanding (Details) - Channel partner - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Guarantor Obligations [Line Items]    
Maximum potential future payments $ 159 $ 188
Deferred revenue (34) (9)
Total $ 125 $ 179
v3.23.2
Stockholders' Equity - Additional Information (Details) - USD ($)
$ / shares in Units, $ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Aug. 16, 2023
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Jul. 31, 2021
Class of Stock [Line Items]        
Remaining authorized repurchase amount   $ 10,900    
Cash dividends declared, per common share (in dollars per share)   $ 1.54 $ 1.50 $ 1.46
Subsequent event        
Class of Stock [Line Items]        
Cash dividends declared, per common share (in dollars per share) $ 0.39      
Stock repurchase program        
Class of Stock [Line Items]        
Stock repurchases pending settlement   $ 48 $ 70 $ 25
v3.23.2
Stockholders' Equity - Stock Repurchase Program (Details) - USD ($)
$ / shares in Units, shares in Millions, $ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Jul. 31, 2021
Stockholders' Equity Note [Abstract]      
Shares (in shares) 88 146 64
Weighted-Average Price per Share (in dollars per share) $ 48.49 $ 52.82 $ 45.48
Amount $ 4,271 $ 7,734 $ 2,902
v3.23.2
Employee Benefit Plans - Employee Stock Incentive Plans (Details)
Jul. 29, 2023
stock_incentive_plan
shares
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]  
Number of stock incentive plans (stock incentive plan) | stock_incentive_plan 1
2005 Plan  
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]  
Reduction in number of shares available for issuance after amendment (in shares) 1.5
Shares authorized for future grant (in shares) 124,000,000
v3.23.2
Employee Benefit Plans - Employee Stock Purchase Plan (Details) - Employee stock purchase plan
shares in Millions
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
period
shares
Jul. 30, 2022
shares
Jul. 31, 2021
shares
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]      
Consecutive offering period 24 months    
Number of purchase periods | period 4    
Purchase period 6 months    
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Discount from Market Price, Purchase Date 15.00%    
Shares issued under employee purchase plan, shares (in shares) 19 18 17
Shares reserved for issuance (in shares) 88    
v3.23.2
Employee Benefit Plans - Summary of Share-Based Compensation Expense (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Jul. 31, 2021
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]      
Total share-based compensation expense $ 2,353 $ 1,886 $ 1,761
Income tax benefit for share-based compensation 449 457 387
Cost of sales      
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]      
Total share-based compensation expense 396 311 275
Research and development      
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]      
Total share-based compensation expense 1,008 790 694
Sales and marketing      
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]      
Total share-based compensation expense 673 572 540
General and administrative      
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]      
Total share-based compensation expense 270 212 226
Restructuring and other charges      
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]      
Total share-based compensation expense 6 1 26
Share-based compensation expense in operating expenses      
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]      
Total share-based compensation expense 1,957 1,575 1,486
Product | Cost of sales      
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]      
Total share-based compensation expense 151 112 99
Service | Cost of sales      
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]      
Total share-based compensation expense $ 245 $ 199 $ 176
v3.23.2
Employee Benefit Plans - Additional Information - Summary of Share-Based Compensation Expense (Details)
$ in Billions
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
USD ($)
Retirement Benefits [Abstract]  
Total compensation cost related to unvested share-based awards $ 4.7
Expected period of recognition of compensation cost, years 2 years 2 months 12 days
v3.23.2
Employee Benefit Plans - Summary of Restricted Stock and Stock Unit Awards (Details) - Restricted Stock/Stock Units - USD ($)
$ / shares in Units, shares in Millions, $ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Jul. 31, 2021
Restricted Stock/ Stock Units      
Unvested, Beginning balance (in shares) 97 94 96
Granted and assumed (in shares) 72 52 51
Vested (in shares) (39) (37) (39)
Canceled/forfeited/other (in shares) (8) (12) (14)
Unvested, Ending balance (in shares) 122 97 94
Weighted-Average Grant Date Fair Value per Share      
Unvested, Beginning balance (in dollars per share) $ 46.67 $ 42.93 $ 42.03
Granted and assumed (in dollars per share) 42.08 50.06 41.89
Vested (in dollars per share) 46.69 42.27 39.63
Canceled/forfeited/other (in dollars per share) 45.17 45.63 42.13
Unvested, Ending balance (in dollars per share) $ 44.04 $ 46.67 $ 42.93
Aggregate Fair  Value      
Vested $ 1,746 $ 1,979 $ 1,813
v3.23.2
Employee Benefit Plans - Valuation of Employee Share-Based Awards - Time-Based Restricted Stock Units (Details) - $ / shares
shares in Millions
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Jul. 31, 2021
RESTRICTED STOCK UNITS      
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]      
Number of shares granted (in shares) 70 50 48
Grant date fair value per share (in dollars per share) $ 42.13 $ 49.68 $ 42.04
Expected dividend 3.40% 2.90% 3.30%
Range of risk-free interest rates, minimum 3.70% 0.00% 0.00%
Range of risk-free interest rates, maximum 5.70% 3.00% 0.90%
PERFORMANCE BASED RESTRICTED STOCK UNITS      
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]      
Number of shares granted (in shares) 2 2 2
Grant date fair value per share (in dollars per share) $ 40.44 $ 59.64 $ 37.91
Expected dividend   0.40% 3.60%
Range of risk-free interest rates, minimum   0.00% 0.10%
Range of risk-free interest rates, maximum   0.70% 0.40%
v3.23.2
Employee Benefit Plans - Valuation of Employee Share-Based Awards - Employee Stock Purchase Rights (Details) - Employee Stock Purchase Rights - $ / shares
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Jul. 31, 2021
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]      
Expected volatility 28.70% 27.90% 29.20%
Risk-free interest rate 2.80% 0.10% 0.30%
Expected dividend 3.60% 3.20% 3.20%
Expected life (in years) 1 year 2 months 12 days 1 year 2 months 12 days 1 year 3 months 18 days
Weighted-average estimated grant date fair value per share (in dollars per share) $ 12.40 $ 12.90 $ 12.46
v3.23.2
Employee Benefit Plans - Additional Information - Employee 401(k) Plans and Deferred Compensation Plans (Details) - USD ($)
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Jul. 31, 2021
Deferred Compensation Plans      
401(k) and Deferred Compensation Plan [Line Items]      
Employer matching contribution 4.50%    
Maximum annual contributions $ 1,500,000    
Deferred compensation liability $ 910,000,000 $ 760,000,000  
401(K) Plan      
401(k) and Deferred Compensation Plan [Line Items]      
Allowed employee contributions (up to) 75.00%    
Employer matching contribution, percentage of the first 4.5% of eligible earnings 100.00%    
Employer matching contribution 4.50%    
Maximum matching contribution $ 14,850    
Total matching contribution by the Company for the period $ 342,000,000 306,000,000 $ 290,000,000
401(k) Catch Up Contribution      
401(k) and Deferred Compensation Plan [Line Items]      
Allowed employee contributions (up to) 75.00%    
Total matching contribution by the Company for the period $ 0 $ 0 $ 0
v3.23.2
Comprehensive Income (Loss) - AOCI Components (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Jul. 31, 2021
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax [Roll Forward]      
Balance, beginning of period $ 39,773 $ 41,275 $ 37,920
Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications 32 (1,291) 108
(Gains) losses reclassified out of AOCI (43) (36) (64)
Tax benefit (expense) 58 122 58
Balance, end of period 44,353 39,773 41,275
Net Unrealized Gains (Losses) on Available-for-Sale Investments      
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax [Roll Forward]      
Balance, beginning of period (379) 182 315
Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications (113) (731) (141)
(Gains) losses reclassified out of AOCI 21 (9) (53)
Tax benefit (expense) 31 179 61
Balance, end of period (440) (379) 182
Net Unrealized Gains (Losses) Cash Flow Hedging Instruments      
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax [Roll Forward]      
Balance, beginning of period 44 (1) (6)
Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications 29 87 20
(Gains) losses reclassified out of AOCI (63) (29) (14)
Tax benefit (expense) 8 (13) (1)
Balance, end of period 18 44 (1)
Cumulative Translation Adjustment and Actuarial Gains (Losses)      
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax [Roll Forward]      
Balance, beginning of period (1,287) (598) (828)
Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications 116 (647) 229
(Gains) losses reclassified out of AOCI (1) 2 3
Tax benefit (expense) 19 (44) (2)
Balance, end of period (1,153) (1,287) (598)
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)      
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax [Roll Forward]      
Balance, beginning of period (1,622) (417) (519)
Balance, end of period $ (1,575) $ (1,622) $ (417)
v3.23.2
Income Taxes - Provision for Income Taxes (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Jul. 31, 2021
Federal:      
Current $ 3,754 $ 2,203 $ 1,959
Deferred (1,955) (176) (203)
Total 1,799 2,027 1,756
State:      
Current 623 458 513
Deferred (175) (156) (46)
Total 448 302 467
Foreign:      
Current 412 313 583
Deferred 46 23 (135)
Total 458 336 448
Total $ 2,705 $ 2,665 $ 2,671
v3.23.2
Income Taxes - Income Before Provision for Income Taxes (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Jul. 31, 2021
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]      
United States $ 14,074 $ 13,550 $ 12,335
International 1,244 927 927
INCOME BEFORE PROVISION FOR INCOME TAXES $ 15,318 $ 14,477 $ 13,262
v3.23.2
Income Taxes - Difference Between Income Taxes at Federal Statutory Rate and Provision for Income Taxes (Details)
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Jul. 31, 2021
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]      
Federal statutory rate 21.00% 21.00% 21.00%
State taxes, net of federal tax benefit 2.40% 1.70% 2.70%
Foreign income at other than U.S. rates (0.10%) 0.80% 1.50%
Tax credits (0.30%) (1.60%) (1.40%)
Foreign-derived intangible income deduction (5.80%) (3.90%) (4.20%)
Stock-based compensation 1.10% 0.30% 0.60%
Other, net (0.60%) 0.10% (0.10%)
Total 17.70% 18.40% 20.10%
v3.23.2
Income Taxes - Additional Information (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Jul. 31, 2021
Operating Loss Carryforwards [Line Items]      
Decrease in interest expense $ (427) $ (360) $ (434)
Undistributed earnings of certain foreign subsidiaries on which tax is not provided 6,500    
Unrecognized deferred income tax liability 681    
Gross reduction in unrecognized tax benefits 1,063 69 93
Unrecognized tax benefits that would affect the effective tax rate if realized 1,700    
Net interest expense recognized on unrecognized tax benefits 27 33 74
Accrual for interest and penalties 523 $ 486 $ 444
Unrecognized tax benefit that could be reduced in next 12 months 350    
Tax credit carryforward, valuation allowance 594    
Settled Litigation | Internal Revenue Service (IRS)      
Operating Loss Carryforwards [Line Items]      
Net benefit 145    
Decrease in interest expense 53    
Gross reduction in unrecognized tax benefits 1,100    
Decrease in accrued interest 69    
Domestic Tax Authority      
Operating Loss Carryforwards [Line Items]      
Operating loss carryforwards 320    
Tax credit carryforward 5    
State and Local Jurisdiction      
Operating Loss Carryforwards [Line Items]      
Operating loss carryforwards 879    
Operating loss carryforwards, valuation allowance 10    
Tax credit carryforward 1,600    
Foreign Tax Authority      
Operating Loss Carryforwards [Line Items]      
Operating loss carryforwards 524    
Operating loss carryforwards, valuation allowance 82    
Tax credit carryforward $ 2    
v3.23.2
Income Taxes - Aggregate Changes in Gross Unrecognized Tax Benefits (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Jul. 31, 2021
Reconciliation of Unrecognized Tax Benefits, Excluding Amounts Pertaining to Examined Tax Returns [Roll Forward]      
Beginning balance $ 3,101 $ 3,106 $ 2,518
Additions based on tax positions related to the current year 159 157 224
Additions for tax positions of prior years 261 74 618
Reductions for tax positions of prior years (265) (81) (122)
Settlements (1,063) (69) (93)
Lapse of statute of limitations (56) (86) (39)
Ending balance $ 2,137 $ 3,101 $ 3,106
v3.23.2
Income Taxes - Breakdown Between Current and Noncurrent Net Deferred Tax Assets (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]    
Deferred tax assets $ 6,576 $ 4,449
Deferred tax liabilities (62) (55)
Total net deferred tax assets $ 6,514 $ 4,394
v3.23.2
Income Taxes - Components of Deferred Tax Assets and Liabilities (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
ASSETS    
Allowance for accounts receivable and returns $ 81 $ 90
Sales-type and direct-financing leases 22 29
Inventory write-downs and capitalization 452 430
Deferred foreign income 218 210
IPR&D and purchased intangible assets 1,082 1,184
Depreciation 16 10
Deferred revenue 1,801 1,744
Credits and net operating loss carryforwards 1,218 1,336
Share-based compensation expense 198 138
Accrued compensation 328 333
Lease liabilities 246 248
Capitalized research expenditures 2,042 149
Other 484 439
Gross deferred tax assets 8,188 6,340
Valuation allowance (754) (834)
Total deferred tax assets 7,434 5,506
LIABILITIES    
Goodwill and purchased intangible assets (602) (767)
Unrealized gains on investments 0 (26)
ROU lease assets (234) (237)
Other (84) (82)
Total deferred tax liabilities (920) (1,112)
Total net deferred tax assets $ 6,514 $ 4,394
v3.23.2
Income Taxes - Change in Valuation Allowance for Deferred Tax Assets (Details) - Deferred tax asset valuation allowance - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Jul. 31, 2021
SEC Schedule, 12-09, Movement in Valuation Allowances and Reserves [Roll Forward]      
Balance at beginning of fiscal year $ 834 $ 771 $ 700
Additions 35 84 91
Deductions (18) (10) (5)
Write-offs (93) (12) (16)
Foreign exchange and other (4) 1 1
Balance at end of fiscal year $ 754 $ 834 $ 771
v3.23.2
Segment Information and Major Customers - Additional Information (Details)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
USD ($)
segment
Jul. 30, 2022
USD ($)
Jul. 31, 2021
USD ($)
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]      
Number of geographic segments | segment 3    
Revenue $ 56,998 $ 51,557 $ 49,818
United States      
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]      
Revenue $ 29,900 $ 26,700 $ 26,100
v3.23.2
Segment Information and Major Customers - Summary of Reportable Segments (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Jul. 31, 2021
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]      
Total revenue $ 56,998 $ 51,557 $ 49,818
Gross margin 35,753 32,248 31,894
Operating Segments      
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]      
Gross margin 36,788 33,326 32,914
Operating Segments | Americas      
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]      
Total revenue 33,447 29,814 29,161
Gross margin 21,350 19,117 19,499
Operating Segments | EMEA      
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]      
Total revenue 15,135 13,715 12,951
Gross margin 10,016 8,969 8,466
Operating Segments | APJC      
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]      
Total revenue 8,417 8,027 7,706
Gross margin 5,424 5,241 4,949
Unallocated corporate items      
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]      
Gross margin $ (1,035) $ (1,078) $ (1,020)
v3.23.2
Segment Information and Major Customers - Summary of Net Revenue for Groups of Similar Products and Services (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Jul. 31, 2021
Segment Reporting, Revenue Reconciling Item [Line Items]      
Total revenue $ 56,998 $ 51,557 $ 49,818
Product      
Segment Reporting, Revenue Reconciling Item [Line Items]      
Total revenue 43,142 38,018 36,014
Secure, Agile Networks      
Segment Reporting, Revenue Reconciling Item [Line Items]      
Total revenue 29,105 23,831 22,725
Internet for the Future      
Segment Reporting, Revenue Reconciling Item [Line Items]      
Total revenue 5,306 5,276 4,511
Collaboration      
Segment Reporting, Revenue Reconciling Item [Line Items]      
Total revenue 4,052 4,472 4,727
End-to-End Security      
Segment Reporting, Revenue Reconciling Item [Line Items]      
Total revenue 3,859 3,699 3,382
Optimized Application Experiences      
Segment Reporting, Revenue Reconciling Item [Line Items]      
Total revenue 811 729 654
Other Products      
Segment Reporting, Revenue Reconciling Item [Line Items]      
Total revenue 9 11 15
Service      
Segment Reporting, Revenue Reconciling Item [Line Items]      
Total revenue $ 13,856 $ 13,539 $ 13,804
v3.23.2
Segment Information and Major Customers - Long-lived Assets by Geographic Areas (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Jul. 31, 2021
Revenues from External Customers and Long-Lived Assets [Line Items]      
Long-lived assets $ 3,056 $ 3,001 $ 3,433
United States      
Revenues from External Customers and Long-Lived Assets [Line Items]      
Long-lived assets 2,113 2,004 2,189
International      
Revenues from External Customers and Long-Lived Assets [Line Items]      
Long-lived assets $ 943 $ 997 $ 1,244
v3.23.2
Net Income per Share - Calculation Of Basic And Diluted Net Income Per Share (Details) - USD ($)
$ / shares in Units, shares in Millions, $ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Jul. 31, 2021
Earnings Per Share [Abstract]      
Net income $ 12,613 $ 11,812 $ 10,591
Weighted-average shares—basic (In shares) 4,093 4,170 4,222
Effect of dilutive potential common shares (in shares) 12 22 14
Weighted-average shares—diluted (in shares) 4,105 4,192 4,236
Net income per share—basic (in dollars per share) $ 3.08 $ 2.83 $ 2.51
Net income per share—diluted (in dollars per share) $ 3.07 $ 2.82 $ 2.50
Antidilutive employee share-based awards, excluded (in shares) 86 70 69