CISCO SYSTEMS, INC., 10-K filed on 9/5/2024
Annual Report
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Cover Page - USD ($)
$ in Billions
12 Months Ended
Jul. 27, 2024
Aug. 30, 2024
Jan. 26, 2024
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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Entity Voluntary Filers No    
Entity Current Reporting Status Yes    
Entity Interactive Data Current Yes    
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Entity Public Float     $ 211.1
Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding   3,990,734,794  
Documents Incorporated by Reference
Portions of the registrant’s definitive Proxy Statement relating to the 2024 Annual Meeting of Stockholders, to be held on December 9, 2024, 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. 27, 2024
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. 27, 2024
Jul. 29, 2023
Current assets:    
Cash and cash equivalents $ 7,508 $ 10,123
Investments 10,346 16,023
Accounts receivable, net of allowance of $87 at July 27, 2024 and $85 at July 29, 2023 6,685 5,854
Inventories 3,373 3,644
Financing receivables, net 3,338 3,352
Other current assets 5,612 4,352
Total current assets 36,862 43,348
Property and equipment, net 2,090 2,085
Financing receivables, net 3,376 3,483
Goodwill 58,660 38,535
Purchased intangible assets, net 11,219 1,818
Deferred tax assets 6,262 6,576
Other assets 5,944 6,007
TOTAL ASSETS 124,413 101,852
Current liabilities:    
Short-term debt 11,341 1,733
Accounts payable 2,304 2,313
Income taxes payable 1,439 4,235
Accrued compensation 3,608 3,984
Deferred revenue 16,249 13,908
Other current liabilities 5,643 5,136
Total current liabilities 40,584 31,309
Long-term debt 19,621 6,658
Income taxes payable 3,985 5,756
Deferred revenue 12,226 11,642
Other long-term liabilities 2,540 2,134
Total liabilities 78,956 57,499
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; 4,007 and 4,066 shares issued and outstanding at July 27, 2024 and July 29, 2023, respectively 45,800 44,289
Retained earnings 1,087 1,639
Accumulated other comprehensive loss (1,430) (1,575)
Total equity 45,457 44,353
TOTAL LIABILITIES AND EQUITY $ 124,413 $ 101,852
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Consolidated Balance Sheets (Parenthetical) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Jul. 27, 2024
Jul. 29, 2023
Statement of Financial Position [Abstract]    
Accounts receivable, allowance $ 87 $ 85
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) 4,007,000,000 4,066,000,000
Common stock, shares outstanding (in shares) 4,007,000,000 4,066,000,000
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Consolidated Statements of Operations - USD ($)
shares in Millions, $ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Jul. 27, 2024
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
REVENUE:      
Total revenue $ 53,803 $ 56,998 $ 51,557
COST OF SALES:      
Total cost of sales 18,975 21,245 19,309
GROSS MARGIN 34,828 35,753 32,248
OPERATING EXPENSES:      
Research and development 7,983 7,551 6,774
Sales and marketing 10,364 9,880 9,085
General and administrative 2,813 2,478 2,101
Amortization of purchased intangible assets 698 282 313
Restructuring and other charges 789 531 6
Total operating expenses 22,647 20,722 18,279
OPERATING INCOME 12,181 15,031 13,969
Interest income 1,365 962 476
Interest expense (1,006) (427) (360)
Other income (loss), net (306) (248) 392
Interest and other income (loss), net 53 287 508
INCOME BEFORE PROVISION FOR INCOME TAXES 12,234 15,318 14,477
Provision for income taxes 1,914 2,705 2,665
NET INCOME $ 10,320 $ 12,613 $ 11,812
Net income per share:      
Basic (in dollars per share) $ 2.55 $ 3.08 $ 2.83
Diluted (in dollars per share) $ 2.54 $ 3.07 $ 2.82
Shares used in per-share calculation:      
Basic (in shares) 4,043 4,093 4,170
Diluted (in shares) 4,062 4,105 4,192
Product      
REVENUE:      
Total revenue $ 39,253 $ 43,142 $ 38,018
COST OF SALES:      
Total cost of sales 14,339 16,590 14,814
Services      
REVENUE:      
Total revenue 14,550 13,856 13,539
COST OF SALES:      
Total cost of sales $ 4,636 $ 4,655 $ 4,495
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Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Jul. 27, 2024
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Statement of Comprehensive Income [Abstract]      
Net income $ 10,320 $ 12,613 $ 11,812
Available-for-sale investments:      
Change in net unrealized gains and losses, net of tax benefit (expense) of $(47), $35, and $174 for fiscal 2024, 2023, and 2022, respectively 146 (78) (557)
Net (gains) losses reclassified into earnings, net of tax expense (benefit) of $(14), $(4), and $5 for fiscal 2024, 2023, and 2022, respectively 53 17 (4)
Total available-for-sale investments 199 (61) (561)
Cash flow hedging instruments:      
Change in unrealized gains and losses, net of tax benefit (expense) of $(30), $(7), and $(20) for fiscal 2024, 2023, and 2022, respectively 98 22 67
Net (gains) losses reclassified into earnings, net of tax (benefit) expense of $12, $15, and $7 for fiscal 2024, 2023, and 2022, respectively (37) (48) (22)
Total cash flow hedging instruments 61 (26) 45
Net change in cumulative translation adjustment and actuarial gains and losses, net of tax benefit (expense) of $2, $19, and $(44) for fiscal 2024, 2023, and 2022, respectively (115) 134 (689)
Other comprehensive income (loss) 145 47 (1,205)
Comprehensive income $ 10,465 $ 12,660 $ 10,607
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Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income (Parenthetical) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Jul. 27, 2024
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Statement of Comprehensive Income [Abstract]      
Change in net unrealized gains and losses, tax benefit (expense) $ (47) $ 35 $ 174
Net (gains) losses reclassified into earnings, tax expense (benefit) (14) (4) 5
Change in unrealized gains and losses, tax benefit (expense) (30) (7) (20)
Net (gains) losses reclassified into earnings, tax (benefit) expense 12 15 7
Net change in cumulative translation adjustment and actuarial gains and losses, tax benefit (expense) $ 2 $ 19 $ (44)
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Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Jul. 27, 2024
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Cash flows from operating activities:      
Net income $ 10,320 $ 12,613 $ 11,812
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities:      
Depreciation, amortization, and other 2,507 1,726 1,957
Share-based compensation expense 3,074 2,353 1,886
Provision for receivables 34 31 55
Deferred income taxes (972) (2,085) (309)
(Gains) losses on divestitures, investments and other, net 215 206 (453)
Change in operating assets and liabilities, net of effects of acquisitions and divestitures:      
Accounts receivable (289) 734 (1,009)
Inventories 275 (1,069) (1,030)
Financing receivables 76 1,102 1,241
Other assets (671) 5 (1,615)
Accounts payable (90) 27 (55)
Income taxes, net (4,539) 1,218 (690)
Accrued compensation (696) 651 (427)
Deferred revenue 1,220 2,326 1,328
Other liabilities 416 48 535
Net cash provided by operating activities 10,880 19,886 13,226
Cash flows from investing activities:      
Purchases of investments (4,230) (10,871) (6,070)
Proceeds from sales of investments 4,136 1,054 2,660
Proceeds from maturities of investments 6,367 5,978 5,686
Acquisitions, net of cash and cash equivalents acquired (25,994) (301) (373)
Purchases of investments in privately held companies (284) (185) (186)
Return of investments in privately held companies 202 90 237
Acquisition of property and equipment (670) (849) (477)
Other (5) (23) 76
Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities (20,478) (5,107) 1,553
Cash flows from financing activities:      
Issuances of common stock 714 700 660
Repurchases of common stock - repurchase program (5,787) (4,293) (7,689)
Shares repurchased for tax withholdings on vesting of restricted stock units (992) (597) (692)
Short-term borrowings, original maturities of 90 days or less, net 478 (602) 606
Issuances of debt 31,818 0 1,049
Repayments of debt (9,826) (500) (3,550)
Repayments of Splunk convertible debt, net of capped call proceeds (3,140) 0 0
Dividends paid (6,384) (6,302) (6,224)
Other (37) (32) (122)
Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities 6,844 (11,626) (15,962)
Effect of foreign currency exchange rate changes on cash, cash equivalents, restricted cash and restricted cash equivalents (31) (105) (180)
Net increase (decrease) in cash, cash equivalents, restricted cash and restricted cash equivalents (2,785) 3,048 (1,363)
Cash, cash equivalents, restricted cash and restricted cash equivalents, beginning of fiscal year 11,627 8,579 9,942
Cash, cash equivalents, restricted cash and restricted cash equivalents, end of fiscal year 8,842 11,627 8,579
Supplemental cash flow information:      
Cash paid for interest 583 376 355
Cash paid for income taxes, net $ 7,426 $ 3,571 $ 3,663
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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 Loss
Beginning balance (in shares) at Jul. 31, 2021   4,217      
Balance, beginning 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)
Increase (Decrease) in Stockholders' Equity [Roll Forward]          
Net income 10,320     10,320  
Other comprehensive income (loss) 145       145
Issuance of common stock (in shares)   78      
Issuance of common stock $ 714   714    
Repurchase of common stock (in shares) (117) (117)      
Repurchase of common stock $ (5,764)   (1,292) (4,472)  
Shares repurchased for tax withholdings on vesting of restricted stock units and other (in shares)   (20)      
Shares repurchased for tax withholdings on vesting of restricted stock units and other (997)   (997)    
Cash dividends declared (6,384)     (6,384)  
Share-based compensation 3,074   3,074    
Other (4)   12 (16)  
Ending balance (in shares) at Jul. 27, 2024   4,007      
Balance, end of period at Jul. 27, 2024 $ 45,457   $ 45,800 $ 1,087 $ (1,430)
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Consolidated Statements of Equity (Parenthetical) - $ / shares
12 Months Ended
Jul. 27, 2024
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Statement of Stockholders' Equity [Abstract]      
Cash dividends declared, per common share (in dollars per share) $ 1.58 $ 1.54 $ 1.50
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Basis of Presentation
12 Months Ended
Jul. 27, 2024
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 2024, fiscal 2023 and fiscal 2022 were each 52-week fiscal years. 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. 27, 2024
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 is 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 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 termination 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, $0.7 billion, and $0.8 billion for fiscal 2024, 2023, and 2022, respectively. Depreciation and amortization are computed using the straight-line method, generally over the following periods:
Asset CategoryPeriod
Buildings
25 years
Building improvements
Up to 15 years
Leasehold improvements
Shorter of remaining lease term or up to 15 years
Production, engineering, computer and other equipment and related software
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. Revenue from subscription offers includes revenue recognized over time as well as upfront.
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 27, 2024 and July 29, 2023 was $37 million and $39 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 advertising costs as incurred. Advertising costs included within sales and marketing expenses were approximately $210 million, $205 million, and $219 million for fiscal 2024, 2023, and 2022, 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
Valuation of goodwill and purchased intangible assets
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
Segment Reporting In November 2023, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) issued an accounting standard update that expands the disclosure requirements for reportable segments, primarily through enhanced disclosures around significant segment expenses. The accounting standard update will be effective for our fiscal 2025 Form 10-K on a retrospective basis, and early adoption is permitted. We are currently evaluating the impact of this accounting standard update on our segment disclosures.
Improvements on Income Tax Disclosures In December 2023, the FASB issued an accounting standard update expanding the requirements for disclosure of disaggregated information about the effective tax rate reconciliation and income taxes paid. The accounting standard update will be effective for our fiscal 2026 Form 10-K. We are currently evaluating the impact of this accounting standard update on our income tax disclosures.
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Revenue
12 Months Ended
Jul. 27, 2024
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. Effective in the first quarter of fiscal 2024, we began reporting our product and service revenue in the following categories: Networking, Security, Collaboration, Observability, and Services and conformed our product revenue for prior periods to the current year presentation.
The following table presents this disaggregation of revenue (in millions):
Years EndedJuly 27, 2024July 29, 2023July 30, 2022
Product revenue:
Networking$29,229 $34,570 $29,265 
Security5,075 3,859 3,699 
Collaboration4,113 4,052 4,472 
Observability837 661 581 
Total Product39,253 43,142 38,018 
Services14,550 13,856 13,539 
Total$53,803 $56,998 $51,557 
Amounts may not sum due to rounding.
Networking consists of our core networking technologies of switching, routing, wireless, and servers. These technologies consist 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.
Security consists of our Network Security, Identity and Access Management, SASE and Threat Intelligence, Detection, and Response 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.
Collaboration consists of our Webex Suite, Collaboration Devices, 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.
Observability consists of our network assurance, monitoring and analytics and observability suite 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 our hardware, software and service offerings. Refer to Note 9 for additional information. For these arrangements, cash is typically received over time.
Subscription revenue includes revenue recognized from our term software licenses, security software licenses, SaaS, and associated service arrangements. Our subscription revenue is recorded in product and services revenue in our Consolidated Statements of Operations as follows (in millions):
Years EndedJuly 27, 2024July 29, 2023July 30, 2022
Product$14,078 $11,931 $10,030 
Services13,302 12,709 12,363 
Total$27,380 $24,640 $22,393 
The majority of our product subscription revenue is recognized over time and the remainder is recognized upfront. Substantially all of our services subscription revenue is recognized over time based on the contract term.
(b)Contract Balances
Accounts Receivable
Accounts receivable, net was $6.7 billion as of July 27, 2024 compared to $5.9 billion as of July 29, 2023, as reported on the Consolidated Balance Sheets.
The allowances for credit loss for our accounts receivable are summarized as follows (in millions):
July 27, 2024July 29, 2023July 30, 2022
Allowance for credit loss at beginning of fiscal year$85 $83 $109 
Provisions (benefits)36 39 64 
Recoveries (write-offs), net(34)(37)(81)
Foreign exchange and other — (9)
Allowance for credit loss at end of fiscal year$87 $85 $83 
Contract Assets and Liabilities
Gross contract assets by our internal risk ratings are summarized as follows (in millions):
July 27, 2024July 29, 2023
1 to 4$1,266 $672 
5 to 61,456 954 
7 and Higher72 60 
Total$2,794 $1,686 
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 27, 2024 and July 29, 2023, our contract assets for these unbilled receivables, net of allowances, were $2.7 billion and $1.6 billion, respectively, and were included in other current assets and other assets.
Contract liabilities consist of deferred revenue. Deferred revenue was $28.5 billion as of July 27, 2024 compared to $25.6 billion as of July 29, 2023. We recognized approximately $13.8 billion of revenue during fiscal 2024 that was included in the deferred revenue balance at July 29, 2023.
(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. Capitalized contract acquisition costs were $1.3 billion and $1.1 billion as of July 27, 2024 and July 29, 2023, respectively, and were included in other current assets and other assets. The amortization expense associated with these costs was $742 million, $723 million, and $679 million for fiscal 2024, 2023, and 2022, respectively, and was included in sales and marketing expenses.
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Acquisitions
12 Months Ended
Jul. 27, 2024
Business Combination, Asset Acquisition, and Joint Venture Formation [Abstract]  
Acquisitions Acquisitions
Acquisition of Splunk Inc.
On March 18, 2024, we completed the acquisition of Splunk Inc. (“Splunk”), a public cybersecurity and observability company. Under the terms of the agreement, we agreed to pay $157 per share in cash, representing approximately $27 billion in merger consideration.
Purchase Consideration
The following table summarizes the purchase consideration for the Splunk acquisition (in millions):
Amount
Cash paid for outstanding Splunk common stock$26,950 
Fair value of converted Splunk equity awards attributable to pre-acquisition services137 
Settlement of pre-existing relationships
Total purchase consideration$27,090 
A summary of the preliminary allocation of the total purchase consideration for Splunk is presented as follows (in millions):
Amount
Cash and cash equivalents$2,422 
Investments285 
Accounts receivable, net623 
Goodwill19,301 
Purchased intangible assets10,550 
Deferred tax assets1,308 
Other current and noncurrent assets1,176 
Accounts payable(39)
Accrued compensation(337)
Current portion of deferred revenue(1,768)
Splunk convertible notes(3,344)
Deferred tax liabilities(2,523)
Noncurrent portion of deferred revenue(86)
Other current and other noncurrent liabilities(478)
Total$27,090 
The purchase price allocation for Splunk is preliminary and subject to revision as additional information about fair value of assets and liabilities becomes available. Additional information that existed as of the acquisition date but is currently unknown to us may become known during the remainder of the measurement period, a period not to exceed 12 months from the acquisition date.
Our Consolidated Statements of Operations for fiscal 2024 includes revenue of approximately $1.4 billion and a net loss of $557 million attributable to Splunk since the date of acquisition.
We incurred $82 million of transaction costs related to the Splunk acquisition and these costs were expensed as incurred in general and administrative expenses (“G&A”) expenses in the Consolidated Statements of Operations. We incurred $79 million of these transaction costs in fiscal 2024.
In connection with the Splunk acquisition, we assumed $3.1 billion aggregate principal amount of notes consisting of Splunk's 1.125% Convertible Senior Notes due 2025, 0.75% Convertible Senior Notes due 2026 and 1.125% Convertible Senior Notes due 2027 (collectively, the “Splunk Convertible Notes”). The Splunk Convertible Notes had an aggregate fair value of $3.3 billion as of the acquisition date. The Splunk Convertible Notes are convertible and may be settled into cash based on a defined conversion ratio for each note. On the date of the acquisition, we notified holders of their right to convert their notes. In addition, we assumed Splunk’s capped call contracts which were intended to reduce potential dilution or offset any cash payments. The capped calls were settled in full in the third quarter of fiscal 2024, which resulted in receipt of aggregate cash proceeds of $202 million, and were included in other current assets in total purchase consideration noted above. As of July 27, 2024, we have settled $3.1 billion of the Splunk Convertible Notes, net of capped calls.
The goodwill generated from Splunk is primarily related to expected synergies. Goodwill is not deductible for income tax purposes.
Purchased Intangible Assets
The following table presents as of the acquisition date details of the purchased intangible assets acquired (in millions, except years):
Weighted-Average Useful Life (in Years)Amount
Customer related9.1$6,140 
Technology6.03,900 
Trade name12.0510 
Total$10,550 
The majority of customer-related intangible assets relates to customer contracts and related relationships. The customer contracts and related relationships intangible asset represents the fair value of future projected revenue that will be derived from sales of products to existing customers of Splunk. The asset was valued using the with-and-without method under the income approach. In the with-and-without method, the fair value was measured by the difference between the present values of the cash flows with and without the existing customers in place over the period of time necessary to reacquire the customers. The present value of projected future cash flows included significant judgment and assumptions regarding projected future revenues, projected expenses, attrition rates, the revenue build up period, and the discount rate.
Technology represents the preliminary estimated fair value of Splunk’s security and observability technologies. The technology intangible asset was valued using the multi-period excess earnings method under the income approach. This method reflects the present value of the projected cash flows that are expected to be generated by the technology asset less charges representing the contribution of other assets to those cash flows. The present value of projected future cash flows included significant judgment and assumptions regarding projected future revenues, projected expenses, the technology obsolescence rate, and the discount rate.
Trade name represents the preliminary estimated fair value of the Splunk trade name. The fair value was determined by applying the relief-from-royalty method under the income approach. This method is based on the application of a royalty rate to forecasted revenue under the trade name.
Compensation Expense Related to Splunk
In connection with the Splunk acquisition, we have agreed to pay certain additional amounts contingent upon the continued employment with Cisco of certain Splunk employees. For fiscal 2024, the compensation expense was $413 million. As of July 27, 2024, we estimated that future cash compensation expense of up to $1.1 billion may be required to be recognized pursuant to acquisition-related agreements.
Pro forma Financial Information
The unaudited pro forma financial information in the table below summarizes the combined results of our operations and Splunk’s operations, as though the acquisition of Splunk had been completed as of the beginning of fiscal 2023. The pro forma financial information for fiscal 2024 combines our results for this period with the results of Splunk for the period beginning August 1, 2023 through July 27, 2024. The pro forma financial information for fiscal 2023 combines our historical results for that period with the historical results of Splunk for the year ended July 31, 2023.
The following table summarizes the pro forma financial information (in millions):
Years EndedJuly 27, 2024July 29, 2023
Total revenue$56,761 $60,841 
Net income$9,280 $10,078 
The pro forma financial information is presented for informational purposes only and is not indicative of the results of operations that would have been achieved if the acquisition and the cost of financing the acquisition had taken place at the beginning of fiscal 2023. The financial information for the periods presented above includes pro forma adjustments for amortization of purchased intangible assets, costs related to financing the acquisition and transaction costs.
The above pro forma financial information includes only the impacts of the Splunk acquisition because the effects of the other acquisitions detailed below, individually and in the aggregate, were not material to our financial results.
Other Acquisitions
We completed several additional acquisitions during fiscal 2024 for an aggregate cash consideration of $1.4 billion. A summary of the allocation of the total purchase consideration of these additional acquisitions is presented as follows (in millions):
Fiscal 2024Purchase ConsiderationNet Tangible Assets Acquired (Liabilities Assumed)Purchased Intangible AssetsGoodwill
Total other acquisitions$1,370 $(47)$500 $917 
The total purchase consideration related to these other acquisitions completed during fiscal 2024 consisted primarily of cash consideration. The total cash and cash equivalents acquired from these acquisitions was approximately $24 million. Total transaction costs related to these acquisition activities were $25 million, $24 million, and $49 million for fiscal 2024, 2023, and 2022, respectively. These transaction costs were expensed as incurred in G&A in the Consolidated Statements of Operations.
The purchase price allocation for these acquisitions completed during recent periods is preliminary and subject to revision as additional information about fair value of assets and liabilities becomes available. Additional information that existed as of the acquisition date but is currently unknown to us may become known during the remainder of the measurement period, a period not to exceed 12 months from the acquisition date.
The goodwill generated from these acquisitions completed during fiscal 2024 is primarily related to expected synergies. The goodwill is generally not deductible for income tax purposes.
Fiscal 2023 Acquisitions
Allocation of the purchase consideration for acquisitions completed in fiscal 2023 is summarized as follows (in millions):
Fiscal 2023Purchase ConsiderationNet Tangible Assets Acquired (Liabilities Assumed)Purchased Intangible AssetsGoodwill
Total acquisitions$315 $(18)$150 $183 
The total purchase consideration related to our acquisitions completed during fiscal 2023 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 2022 Acquisitions
In fiscal 2022, we paid total purchase consideration of $364 million for our acquisitions.
Compensation Expense Related to Acquisitions including Splunk
In connection with our acquisitions, we have agreed to pay certain additional amounts contingent 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 27, 2024July 29, 2023July 30, 2022
Compensation expense related to acquisitions$618 $222 $271 
Total compensation expense related to acquisitions for fiscal 2024 include $413 million related to the Splunk acquisition.
As of July 27, 2024, we estimated that future cash compensation expense of up to $1.6 billion may be required to be recognized pursuant to these applicable acquisition agreements, which includes up to $1.1 billion related to the Splunk acquisition.
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Goodwill and Purchased Intangible Assets
12 Months Ended
Jul. 27, 2024
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 27, 2024 and July 29, 2023, as well as the changes to goodwill during fiscal 2024 and 2023 (in millions):
Balance at July 29, 2023SplunkOther AcquisitionsForeign Currency Translation and OtherBalance at July 27, 2024
Americas$24,035 $11,619 $573 $(58)$36,169 
EMEA9,118 4,980 207 (22)14,283 
APJC5,382 2,702 137 (13)8,208 
Total$38,535 $19,301 $917 $(93)$58,660 
 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 5,382 
Total$38,304 $183 $48 $38,535 
(b)Purchased Intangible Assets     
The following tables present details of our intangible assets acquired through acquisitions completed during fiscal 2024 and 2023 (in millions, except years):
 FINITE LIVESINDEFINITE
LIVES
TOTAL
 TECHNOLOGYCUSTOMER
RELATED
TRADE NAMEIPR&D
Fiscal 2024Weighted-
Average Useful
Life (in Years)
AmountWeighted-
Average Useful
Life (in Years)
AmountWeighted-
Average Useful
Life (in Years)
AmountAmountAmount
Splunk6.0$3,900 9.1$6,140 12.0$510 $ $10,550 
Others4.8400 4.983 1.33 14 500 
Total$4,300 $6,223 $513 $14 $11,050 
 FINITE LIVESINDEFINITE
LIVES
TOTAL
 TECHNOLOGYCUSTOMER
RELATIONSHIPS
IPR&D
Fiscal 2023Weighted-
Average Useful
Life (in Years)
AmountWeighted-
Average Useful
Life (in Years)
AmountAmountAmount
Total acquisitions3.7$138 1.8$12 $— $150 
The following tables present details of our purchased intangible assets (in millions): 
July 27, 2024GrossAccumulated AmortizationNet
Purchased intangible assets with finite lives:
Customer related$6,844 $(829)$6,015 
Technology6,680 (2,006)4,674 
Trade name553 (49)504 
Total purchased intangible assets with finite lives14,077 (2,884)11,193 
In-process research and development, with indefinite lives26  26 
Total$14,103 $(2,884)$11,219 
July 29, 2023GrossAccumulated AmortizationNet
Purchased intangible assets with finite lives:
Technology$2,998 $(1,691)$1,307 
Customer related1,228 (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 
Purchased intangible assets include intangible assets acquired through acquisitions as well as through direct purchases or licenses.
Impairment charges related to purchased intangible assets were $145 million for fiscal 2024. Impairment charges were as a result of declines in estimated fair value resulting from the reductions in or the elimination of expected future cash flows associated with certain of our IPR&D intangible assets.
The following table presents the amortization of purchased intangible assets, including impairment charges (in millions):
Years EndedJuly 27, 2024July 29, 2023July 30, 2022
Amortization of purchased intangible assets:
Cost of sales$955 $649 $749 
Operating expenses698 282 328 
Total$1,653 $931 $1,077 
The estimated future amortization expense of purchased intangible assets with finite lives as of July 27, 2024 is as follows (in millions):
Fiscal YearAmount
2025$2,138 
2026$1,789 
2027$1,445 
2028$1,365 
2029$1,265 
Thereafter$3,191 
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Restructuring and Other Charges
12 Months Ended
Jul. 27, 2024
Restructuring Charges [Abstract]  
Restructuring and Other Charges Restructuring and Other Charges
In the first quarter of fiscal 2025, we announced a restructuring plan (the “Fiscal 2025 Plan”), in order to allow us to invest in key growth opportunities and drive more efficiencies in our business. The Fiscal 2025 Plan is expected to impact approximately 7% of our global workforce, with estimated pre-tax charges of up to $1 billion consisting of severance and other one-time termination benefits, and other costs. We expect this plan to be substantially completed by the end of fiscal 2025.
In the third quarter of fiscal 2024, we initiated a restructuring plan (the “Fiscal 2024 Plan”), in order to realign the organization and enable further investment in key priority areas, of which approximately 5% of our global workforce would be impacted. In connection with the Fiscal 2024 Plan, we incurred charges of $654 million for fiscal 2024 and the plan is substantially complete. 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.
We initiated a restructuring plan in fiscal 2023 (the “Fiscal 2023 Plan”), which was completed in fiscal 2024. In connection with the Fiscal 2023 Plan, we incurred cumulative charges of $670 million. The aggregate pretax charges related to this plan were primarily cash-based and consist of severance and other one-time termination benefits, real estate-related charges, and other costs.
The following table summarizes the activities related to the restructuring and other charges, as discussed above (in millions):
FISCAL 2024 PLANFISCAL 2023 AND
PRIOR PLANS
Employee SeveranceOtherEmployee
Severance
OtherTotal
Liability as of July 31, 2021$— $— $16 $18 $34 
Charges — — (3)
Cash payments— — (23)(2)(25)
Non-cash items— — — (6)(6)
Liability as of July 30, 2022— — 
Charges — — 465 66 531 
Cash payments— — (302)(12)(314)
Non-cash items— — (15)(13)
Liability as of July 29, 2023  167 46 213 
Charges627 27 104 31 789 
Cash payments(426)(3)(251)(11)(691)
Non-cash items (15) (22)(37)
Liability as of July 27, 2024$201 $9 $20 $44 $274 
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Balance Sheet and Other Details
12 Months Ended
Jul. 27, 2024
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, except percentages):
Cash, Cash Equivalents, Restricted Cash and Restricted Cash Equivalents
July 27, 2024July 29, 2023
Cash and cash equivalents$7,508 $10,123 
Restricted cash and restricted cash equivalents included in other current assets765 191 
Restricted cash and restricted cash equivalents included in other assets569 1,313 
Total$8,842 $11,627 
Our restricted cash and restricted cash equivalents are funds primarily related to contractual obligations with suppliers.
Inventories
July 27, 2024July 29, 2023
Raw materials$2,039 $1,685 
Work in process83 264 
Finished goods1,027 1,493 
Service-related spares216 186 
Demonstration systems8 16 
Total$3,373 $3,644 
Property and Equipment, Net
July 27, 2024July 29, 2023
Gross property and equipment:
Land, buildings, and building and leasehold improvements$4,247 $4,229 
Production, engineering, computer and other equipment and related software5,160 5,355 
Operating lease assets115 135 
Furniture, fixtures and other351 339 
Total gross property and equipment9,873 10,058 
Less: accumulated depreciation and amortization(7,783)(7,973)
Total$2,090 $2,085 
Remaining Performance Obligations (RPO)
July 27, 2024July 29, 2023
Product$20,055 $15,802 
Services20,993 19,066 
Total$41,048 $34,868 
Short-term RPO$20,882 $17,910 
Long-term RPO20,166 16,958 
Total$41,048 $34,868 
Amount to be recognized as revenue over the next 12 months
51 %51 %
Deferred revenue$28,475 $25,550 
Unbilled contract revenue12,573 9,318 
Total$41,048 $34,868 
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 27, 2024July 29, 2023
Product$13,219 $11,505 
Services15,256 14,045 
Total$28,475 $25,550 
Reported as:
Current$16,249 $13,908 
Noncurrent12,226 11,642 
Total$28,475 $25,550 
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 27, 2024July 29, 2023
Current$1,819 $1,364 
Noncurrent2,273 4,092 
Total$4,092 $5,456 
Our noncurrent transition tax payable of $2.3 billion as of July 27, 2024 will be due in fiscal 2026.
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Leases
12 Months Ended
Jul. 27, 2024
Leases [Abstract]  
Leases Leases
(a)Lessee Arrangements
The following table presents our operating lease balances (in millions):
Balance Sheet Line ItemJuly 27, 2024July 29, 2023
Operating lease right-of-use assetsOther assets$1,066 $971 
Operating lease liabilitiesOther current liabilities$364 $313 
Operating lease liabilitiesOther long-term liabilities906 707 
Total operating lease liabilities$1,270 $1,020 
The components of our lease expenses were as follows (in millions):
Years EndedJuly 27, 2024July 29, 2023July 30, 2022
Operating lease expense$420 $425 $390 
Short-term lease expense75 65 66 
Variable lease expense194 242 173 
Total lease expense$689 $732 $629 
Supplemental information related to our operating leases is as follows (in millions):
Years EndedJuly 27, 2024July 29, 2023
Cash paid for amounts included in the measurement of lease liabilities — operating cash flows $394 $387 
Right-of-use assets obtained in exchange for operating leases liabilities$459 $326 
The weighted-average lease term was 4.9 years and 4.6 years as of July 27, 2024 and July 29, 2023, respectively. The weighted-average discount rate was 4.0% and 3.1% as of July 27, 2024 and July 29, 2023, respectively.
The maturities of our operating leases (undiscounted) as of July 27, 2024 are as follows (in millions):
Fiscal YearAmount
2025$409 
2026295 
2027207 
2028144 
2029112 
Thereafter253 
Total lease payments1,420 
Less interest(150)
Total$1,270 
(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 2024, 2023, and 2022 was $65 million, $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 27, 2024 are summarized as follows (in millions):
Fiscal YearAmount
2025$314 
2026246 
2027156 
2028146 
202997 
Thereafter
Total965 
Less: Present value of lease payments854 
Unearned income$111 
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 27, 2024July 29, 2023
Operating lease assets$115 $135 
Accumulated depreciation(61)(78)
Operating lease assets, net$54 $57 
Our operating lease income for fiscal 2024, 2023, and 2022 was $58 million, $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 27, 2024 are summarized as follows (in millions):
Fiscal YearAmount
2025$22 
202614 
2027
Total$39 
Leases Leases
(a)Lessee Arrangements
The following table presents our operating lease balances (in millions):
Balance Sheet Line ItemJuly 27, 2024July 29, 2023
Operating lease right-of-use assetsOther assets$1,066 $971 
Operating lease liabilitiesOther current liabilities$364 $313 
Operating lease liabilitiesOther long-term liabilities906 707 
Total operating lease liabilities$1,270 $1,020 
The components of our lease expenses were as follows (in millions):
Years EndedJuly 27, 2024July 29, 2023July 30, 2022
Operating lease expense$420 $425 $390 
Short-term lease expense75 65 66 
Variable lease expense194 242 173 
Total lease expense$689 $732 $629 
Supplemental information related to our operating leases is as follows (in millions):
Years EndedJuly 27, 2024July 29, 2023
Cash paid for amounts included in the measurement of lease liabilities — operating cash flows $394 $387 
Right-of-use assets obtained in exchange for operating leases liabilities$459 $326 
The weighted-average lease term was 4.9 years and 4.6 years as of July 27, 2024 and July 29, 2023, respectively. The weighted-average discount rate was 4.0% and 3.1% as of July 27, 2024 and July 29, 2023, respectively.
The maturities of our operating leases (undiscounted) as of July 27, 2024 are as follows (in millions):
Fiscal YearAmount
2025$409 
2026295 
2027207 
2028144 
2029112 
Thereafter253 
Total lease payments1,420 
Less interest(150)
Total$1,270 
(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 2024, 2023, and 2022 was $65 million, $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 27, 2024 are summarized as follows (in millions):
Fiscal YearAmount
2025$314 
2026246 
2027156 
2028146 
202997 
Thereafter
Total965 
Less: Present value of lease payments854 
Unearned income$111 
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 27, 2024July 29, 2023
Operating lease assets$115 $135 
Accumulated depreciation(61)(78)
Operating lease assets, net$54 $57 
Our operating lease income for fiscal 2024, 2023, and 2022 was $58 million, $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 27, 2024 are summarized as follows (in millions):
Fiscal YearAmount
2025$22 
202614 
2027
Total$39 
Leases Leases
(a)Lessee Arrangements
The following table presents our operating lease balances (in millions):
Balance Sheet Line ItemJuly 27, 2024July 29, 2023
Operating lease right-of-use assetsOther assets$1,066 $971 
Operating lease liabilitiesOther current liabilities$364 $313 
Operating lease liabilitiesOther long-term liabilities906 707 
Total operating lease liabilities$1,270 $1,020 
The components of our lease expenses were as follows (in millions):
Years EndedJuly 27, 2024July 29, 2023July 30, 2022
Operating lease expense$420 $425 $390 
Short-term lease expense75 65 66 
Variable lease expense194 242 173 
Total lease expense$689 $732 $629 
Supplemental information related to our operating leases is as follows (in millions):
Years EndedJuly 27, 2024July 29, 2023
Cash paid for amounts included in the measurement of lease liabilities — operating cash flows $394 $387 
Right-of-use assets obtained in exchange for operating leases liabilities$459 $326 
The weighted-average lease term was 4.9 years and 4.6 years as of July 27, 2024 and July 29, 2023, respectively. The weighted-average discount rate was 4.0% and 3.1% as of July 27, 2024 and July 29, 2023, respectively.
The maturities of our operating leases (undiscounted) as of July 27, 2024 are as follows (in millions):
Fiscal YearAmount
2025$409 
2026295 
2027207 
2028144 
2029112 
Thereafter253 
Total lease payments1,420 
Less interest(150)
Total$1,270 
(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 2024, 2023, and 2022 was $65 million, $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 27, 2024 are summarized as follows (in millions):
Fiscal YearAmount
2025$314 
2026246 
2027156 
2028146 
202997 
Thereafter
Total965 
Less: Present value of lease payments854 
Unearned income$111 
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 27, 2024July 29, 2023
Operating lease assets$115 $135 
Accumulated depreciation(61)(78)
Operating lease assets, net$54 $57 
Our operating lease income for fiscal 2024, 2023, and 2022 was $58 million, $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 27, 2024 are summarized as follows (in millions):
Fiscal YearAmount
2025$22 
202614 
2027
Total$39 
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Financing Receivables
12 Months Ended
Jul. 27, 2024
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 27, 2024Loan ReceivablesLease ReceivablesTotal
Gross$5,858 $965 $6,823 
Residual value 67 67 
Unearned income (111)(111)
Allowance for credit loss(50)(15)(65)
Total, net$5,808 $906 $6,714 
Reported as:
Current$3,071 $267 $3,338 
Noncurrent2,737 639 3,376 
Total, net$5,808 $906 $6,714 
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 
(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 27, 2024Fiscal Year
Internal Credit Risk RatingPriorJuly 25, 2020July 31, 2021July 30, 2022July 29, 2023July 27, 2024Total
Loan Receivables:
1 to 4$2 $78 $341 $555 $945 $1,803 $3,724 
5 to 62 29 127 130 426 1,314 2,028 
7 and Higher3 1 10 74 14 4 106 
Total Loan Receivables$7 $108 $478 $759 $1,385 $3,121 $5,858 
Lease Receivables:
1 to 4$1 $8 $38 $46 $176 $341 $610 
5 to 61 11 22 44 129 21 228 
7 and Higher  1 3 4 8 16 
Total Lease Receivables$2 $19 $61 $93 $309 $370 $854 
Total$9 $127 $539 $852 $1,694 $3,491 $6,712 
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 614 131 287 465 936 1,836 
7 and Higher15 17 29 39 108 
Total Loan Receivables$14 $74 $397 $1,095 $1,571 $2,759 $5,910 
Lease Receivables:
1 to 4$$20 $57 $111 $84 $235 $509 
5 to 613 44 58 87 191 395 
7 and Higher— 11 23 
Total Lease Receivables$$34 $103 $173 $176 $437 $927 
Total$18 $108 $500 $1,268 $1,747 $3,196 $6,837 
The following tables present the aging analysis of gross receivables as of July 27, 2024 and July 29, 2023 (in millions):
DAYS PAST DUE
(INCLUDES BILLED AND UNBILLED)
July 27, 202431 - 6061 - 90 91+Total
Past Due
CurrentTotal120+ Still AccruingNonaccrual
Financing
Receivables
Impaired
Financing
Receivables
Loan receivables$34 $17 $35 $86 $5,772 $5,858 $14 $7 $7 
Lease receivables14 4 5 23 831 854 1   
Total$48 $21 $40 $109 $6,603 $6,712 $15 $7 $7 
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 23 43 884 927 
Total$63 $24 $60 $147 $6,690 $6,837 $23 $15 $15 
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 29, 2023$53 $19 $72 
Provisions (benefits)1 (3)(2)
Recoveries (write-offs), net(4)(1)(5)
Allowance for credit loss as of July 27, 2024$50 $15 $65 
 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 
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Investments
12 Months Ended
Jul. 27, 2024
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 27, 2024Amortized
Cost
Gross
Unrealized
Gains
Gross
Unrealized and Credit Losses
Fair
Value
U.S. government securities
$2,380 $1 $(28)$2,353 
U.S. government agency securities 223  (2)221 
Non-U.S. government and agency securities370 1  371 
Corporate debt securities3,818 5 (146)3,677 
U.S. agency mortgage-backed securities1,959  (178)1,781 
Commercial paper1,023   1,023 
Certificates of deposit439   439 
Total$10,212 $7 $(354)$9,865 

July 29, 2023Amortized
Cost
Gross
Unrealized
Gains
Gross
Unrealized and Credit Losses
Fair
Value
U.S. government securities
$3,587 $$(62)$3,526 
U.S. government agency securities 428 — (5)423 
Non-U.S. government and agency securities364 — (1)363 
Corporate debt securities7,238 (327)6,914 
U.S. agency mortgage-backed securities2,421 14 (230)2,205 
Commercial paper1,484 — — 1,484 
Certificates of deposit677 — — 677 
Total$16,199 $18 $(625)$15,592 
The following table presents the gross realized gains and gross realized losses related to available-for-sale debt investments (in millions):
Years EndedJuly 27, 2024July 29, 2023July 30, 2022
Gross realized gains$7 $$27 
Gross realized losses(74)(25)(18)
Total$(67)$(21)$
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 27, 2024 and July 29, 2023 (in millions):
 UNREALIZED LOSSES
LESS THAN 12 MONTHS
UNREALIZED LOSSES
12 MONTHS OR GREATER
TOTAL
July 27, 2024Fair ValueGross
Unrealized
Losses
Fair ValueGross
Unrealized
Losses
Fair ValueGross 
Unrealized 
Losses
U.S. government securities$598 $(2)$1,399 $(26)$1,997 $(28)
U.S. government agency securities89  109 (2)198 (2)
Non-U.S. government and agency securities17    17  
Corporate debt securities276 (1)2,818 (115)3,094 (116)
U.S. agency mortgage-backed securities238 (1)1,438 (177)1,676 (178)
Commercial paper10    10  
Total$1,228 $(4)$5,764 $(320)$6,992 $(324)
 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 deposit— — — — 
Total$5,593 $(64)$6,756 $(531)$12,349 $(595)
The following table summarizes the maturities of our available-for-sale debt investments as of July 27, 2024 (in millions): 
Amortized CostFair Value
Within 1 year$3,715 $3,674 
After 1 year through 5 years4,538 4,410 
Mortgage-backed securities with no single maturity1,959 1,781 
Total$10,212 $9,865 
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 $481 million and $431 million as of July 27, 2024 and July 29, 2023, respectively. We recognized a net unrealized gain of $71 million and $36 million for fiscal 2024 and 2023, respectively, 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 $165 million and $8 million for fiscal 2024 and 2023, respectively. We held equity interests in certain private equity funds of $0.8 billion and $0.9 billion as of July 27, 2024 and July 29, 2023, 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 27, 2024, there were no additional significant variable interest or voting interest entities required to be consolidated in our Consolidated Financial Statements.
As of July 27, 2024, 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 27, 2024, $0.9 billion of such investments are considered to be in variable interest entities which are unconsolidated. We have total funding commitments of $0.2 billion related to privately held investments. The carrying value of these investments and the additional funding commitments, collectively, represent our maximum exposure related to privately held investments.
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Fair Value
12 Months Ended
Jul. 27, 2024
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 27, 2024JULY 29, 2023
FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTSFAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS
Level 1Level 2Total
Balance
Level 1Level 2Total
Balance
Assets:
Cash equivalents:
Money market funds$3,334 $ $3,334 $6,496 $— $6,496 
Commercial paper 468 468 — 1,090 1,090 
Certificates of deposit 14 14 — 47 47 
Corporate debt securities 25 25 — 25 25 
Available-for-sale debt investments:
U.S. government securities 2,353 2,353 — 3,526 3,526 
U.S. government agency securities 221 221 — 423 423 
Non-U.S. government and agency securities 371 371 — 363 363 
Corporate debt securities 3,677 3,677 — 6,914 6,914 
U.S. agency mortgage-backed securities 1,781 1,781 — 2,205 2,205 
Commercial paper 1,023 1,023 — 1,484 1,484 
Certificates of deposit 439 439 — 677 677 
Equity investments:
Marketable equity securities481  481 431 — 431 
Other current assets:
Money market funds750  750 188 — 188 
Other assets:
Money market funds563  563 1,313 — 1,313 
Derivative assets 64 64 — 32 32 
Total$5,128 $10,436 $15,564 $8,428 $16,786 $25,214 
Liabilities:
Derivative liabilities$ $74 $74 $— $75 $75 
Total$ $74 $74 $— $75 $75 
(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.
The fair value for purchased intangible assets measured at fair value on a nonrecurring basis was categorized as Level 3 due to the use of significant unobservable inputs in the valuation. Significant unobservable inputs that were used included expected revenues and net income related to the assets and the expected life of the assets. The difference between the estimated fair value and the carrying value of the assets was recorded as an impairment charge, which was included in product cost of sales and operating expenses as applicable. See Note 5.
(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 27, 2024 and July 29, 2023 was $2.7 billion and $2.9 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 27, 2024 and July 29, 2023, the estimated fair value of our short-term debt approximates its carrying value due to the short maturities. As of July 27, 2024, the fair value of our senior notes was $20.4 billion, with a carrying amount of $20.1 billion. This compares to a fair value of $8.7 billion and a carrying amount of $8.4 billion as of July 29, 2023. 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.
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Borrowings
12 Months Ended
Jul. 27, 2024
Debt Disclosure [Abstract]  
Borrowings Borrowings
(a)Short-Term Debt
The following table summarizes our short-term debt (in millions, except percentages):
 July 27, 2024July 29, 2023
 AmountEffective RateAmountEffective Rate
Current portion of long-term debt$488 6.66 %$1,733 4.45 %
Commercial paper10,853 5.43 %— — 
Total$11,341 $1,733 
We have a short-term debt financing program of up to $15.0 billion through the issuance of commercial paper notes. We use the proceeds from the issuance of commercial paper notes for general corporate purposes.
The effective rates for the short- and long-term debt include the interest on the notes, the accretion of the discount, the issuance costs, and, if applicable, adjustments related to hedging.
(b)Long-Term Debt
The following table summarizes our long-term debt (in millions, except percentages):
 July 27, 2024July 29, 2023
 Maturity DateAmountEffective RateAmountEffective Rate
Senior notes:
Fixed-rate notes:
2.20%September 20, 2023$ $750 2.27%
3.625%March 4, 2024 1,000 6.08%
3.50%June 15, 2025500 6.66%500 6.38%
4.90%February 26, 20261,000 5.00%— 
2.95%February 28, 2026750 3.01%750 3.01%
2.50%September 20, 20261,500 2.55%1,500 2.55%
4.80%February 26, 20272,000 4.90%— 
4.85%February 26, 20292,500 4.91%— 
4.95%February 26, 20312,500 5.04%— 
5.05%February 26, 20342,500 4.97%— 
5.90%February 15, 20392,000 6.11%2,000 6.11%
5.50%January 15, 20402,000 5.67%2,000 5.67%
5.30%February 26, 20542,000 5.28%— 
5.35%February 26, 20641,000 5.42%— 
Other long-term debt3 1.13%— 
Total20,253 8,500 
Unaccreted discount/issuance costs(133)(68)
Hedge accounting fair value adjustments(11)(41)
Total$20,109 $8,391 
Reported as:
Short-term debt$488 $1,733 
Long-term debt19,621 6,658 
Total$20,109 $8,391 
In February 2024, we issued senior notes for an aggregate principal amount of $13.5 billion.
We entered into an interest rate swap in a prior period with an aggregate notional amount of $0.5 billion designated as a fair value hedge of certain of our fixed-rate senior notes. This swap converts the fixed interest rate of the fixed-rate note to a floating interest rate based on Secured Overnight Financing Rate (SOFR). The gain and loss related to the change in the fair value of the interest rate swap substantially offsets the change in the fair value of the hedged portion of the underlying debt that is attributable to the change 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 have been issued pursuant to our short-term debt financing program, as discussed above under “(a) Short-Term Debt.” As of July 27, 2024, we were in compliance with all debt covenants.
As of July 27, 2024, future principal payments for long-term debt, including the current portion, are summarized as follows (in millions):
Fiscal YearAmount
2025$500 
20261,751 
20273,502 
2028— 
20292,500 
Thereafter12,000 
Total$20,253 
(c)Credit Facility
On February 2, 2024, we entered into an amended and restated 5-year $5.0 billion unsecured revolving credit agreement. The interest rate for the credit agreement is determined based on a formula using certain market rates. The credit agreement requires that we comply with certain covenants, including that we maintain an interest coverage ratio (defined in the agreement as the ratio of consolidated EBITDA to consolidated interest expense) of not less than 3.0 to 1.0. As of July 27, 2024, we were in compliance with all associated covenants and we had not borrowed any funds under our credit agreement.
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Derivative Instruments
12 Months Ended
Jul. 27, 2024
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 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 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 27, 2024July 29, 2023Balance Sheet Line ItemJuly 27, 2024July 29, 2023
Derivatives designated as hedging instruments:
Foreign currency derivativesOther current assets$47 $22 Other current liabilities$1 $— 
Foreign currency derivativesOther assets15 Other long-term liabilities — 
Interest rate derivativesOther current assets — Other current liabilities11 17 
Interest rate derivativesOther assets — Other long-term liabilities 24 
Total62 31 12 41 
Derivatives not designated as hedging instruments:
Foreign currency derivativesOther current assets2 Other current liabilities47 25 
Foreign currency derivativesOther assets — Other long-term liabilities15 
Total2 62 34 
Total$64 $32 $74 $75 
The following amounts were recorded on the Consolidated Balance Sheets related to cumulative basis adjustments for our fair value hedges (in millions):
 CARRYING AMOUNT OF THE HEDGED ASSETS/(LIABILITIES)CUMULATIVE AMOUNT OF FAIR VALUE HEDGING ADJUSTMENT INCLUDED IN THE CARRYING AMOUNT OF THE HEDGED ASSETS/LIABILITIES
Balance Sheet Line Item of Hedged ItemJuly 27,
2024
July 29,
2023
July 27,
2024
July 29,
2023
Short-term debt$(488)$(983)$11 $17 
Long-term debt$ $(476)$ $24 
The effect of derivative instruments designated as fair value hedges, recognized in interest and other income (loss), net is summarized as follows (in millions):
GAINS (LOSSES) FOR 
THE YEARS ENDED
July 27, 2024July 29, 2023July 30, 2022
Interest rate derivatives:
Hedged items$(30)$31 $116 
Derivatives designated as hedging instruments30 (31)(118)
Total$ $— $(2)
The effect on the Consolidated Statements of Operations of derivative instruments not designated as hedges is summarized as follows (in millions):
  GAINS (LOSSES) FOR 
THE YEARS ENDED
Derivatives Not Designated as Hedging InstrumentsLine Item in Statements of OperationsJuly 27, 2024July 29, 2023July 30, 2022
Foreign currency derivativesOther income (loss), net$(162)$$(237)
Total return swaps—deferred compensationOperating expenses and other91 58 (92)
Equity derivativesOther income (loss), net2 13 
Total$(69)$72 $(320)
The notional amounts of our outstanding derivatives are summarized as follows (in millions):
July 27, 2024July 29, 2023
Foreign currency derivatives$7,434 $5,419 
Interest rate derivatives500 1,500 
Total return swaps—deferred compensation985 792 
Total$8,919 $7,711 
(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 $11 million and $40 million as of July 27, 2024 and July 29, 2023, 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 monetary assets and 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 an interest rate swap designated as a fair value hedge related to a fixed-rate senior note that is due in fiscal 2025. Under the interest rate swap, we receive fixed-rate interest payments and make interest payments based on SOFR plus a fixed number of basis points. The effect of the swap is to convert the fixed interest rate of the senior fixed-rate note to a floating interest rate based on SOFR. The gain and loss related to the change in the fair value of the interest rate swap is included in interest expense and substantially offsets the change in the fair value of the hedged portion of the underlying debt attributable to the change 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 and directors. 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.
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Commitments and Contingencies
12 Months Ended
Jul. 27, 2024
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 are directly with suppliers, and relate to fixed-dollar commitments 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 27,
2024
July 29,
2023
Less than 1 year$3,952 $5,270 
1 to 3 years1,085 1,783 
3 to 5 years121 200 
Total$5,158 $7,253 
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 27, 2024 and July 29, 2023, the liability for these purchase commitments was $498 million and $529 million, respectively, and was included in other current liabilities.
(b)Other Commitments
We have certain funding commitments, primarily related to our privately held investments. The funding commitments were $0.2 billion and $0.3 billion as of July 27, 2024 and July 29, 2023, respectively.
(c)Product Warranties
The following table summarizes the activity related to the product warranty liability (in millions):
July 27, 2024July 29, 2023July 30, 2022
Balance at beginning of fiscal year$329 $333 $336 
Provisions for warranties issued425 386 415 
Adjustments for pre-existing warranties22 18 
Settlements (414)(408)(421)
Balance at end of fiscal year$362 $329 $333 
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 $27.1 billion, $32.1 billion, and $27.9 billion in fiscal 2024, 2023, and 2022, respectively. The balance of the channel partner financing subject to guarantees was $1.2 billion and $1.7 billion as of July 27, 2024 and July 29, 2023, respectively.
Financing Guarantee Summary   The aggregate amounts of channel partner financing guarantees outstanding at July 27, 2024 and July 29, 2023, 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 27, 2024July 29, 2023
Maximum potential future payments$127 $159 
Deferred revenue(13)(34)
Total$114 $125 
(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 $143 million for the alleged evasion of import and other taxes, $830 million for interest, and $325 million for various penalties, all determined using an exchange rate as of July 27, 2024.
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. After two bench trials and various administrative actions and appeals, we have been found either to not have infringed any of the patents or the patents have been invalidated. Centripetal has appealed one of the invalidity decisions and it has also appealed the non-infringement judgment of the District Court and both of those proceedings are ongoing.
Between April 2020 and February 2022, Centripetal also 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. In various proceedings in 2021, 2022, and 2023, we have been found to have not infringed three patents, one patent was invalidated, the utility model was invalidated, and the infringement action on the final patent is stayed due to an invalidity action heard on June 6, 2024 in the Federal Patent Court, in which all claims, aside from one auxiliary claim, were found invalid, for which we are awaiting the entry of judgment from the Federal Patent Court. Centripetal’s appeals of two of the non-infringement findings remain pending and, on March 27, 2024, the Court of Appeals rejected Centripetal’s appeal of the third non-infringement finding.
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. We have filed our response and defenses to the complaint and we anticipate that in October 2024, the Court will set a schedule for the remainder of the proceedings.
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 these litigations, we believe that any damages ultimately assessed would not have a material effect on our Consolidated Financial Statements.
Ramot On June 12, 2019 and on February 26, 2021, Ramot at Tel Aviv University Ltd. (“Ramot”) asserted patent infringement claims against Cisco and Acacia in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas (“E.D. Tex.”) and in the District of Delaware (“D. Del.”), respectively. Ramot is seeking damages, including enhanced damages, and a royalty on future sales. Ramot alleges that certain optical transceiver modules and line cards infringe three patents. We challenged the validity of the patents in the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (“PTO”) and the pending District Court cases have been stayed. 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 and those proceedings are ongoing.
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.
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, the appeal is fully briefed and we are awaiting a hearing date from the Federal Circuit.
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.
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Stockholders' Equity
12 Months Ended
Jul. 27, 2024
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 27, 2024, the remaining authorized amount for stock repurchases under this program was approximately $5.2 billion with no termination date.
Our 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 27, 2024117 $49.45 $5,764 
July 29, 202388 $48.49 $4,271 
July 30, 2022146 $52.82 $7,734 
There were $25 million, $48 million and $70 million in stock repurchases that were pending settlement as of July 27, 2024, July 29, 2023 and July 30, 2022, 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 14, 2024, our Board of Directors declared a quarterly dividend of $0.40 per common share to be paid on October 23, 2024, to all stockholders of record as of the close of business on October 2, 2024. 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 27, 2024, we have not issued any shares of preferred stock.
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Employee Benefit Plans
12 Months Ended
Jul. 27, 2024
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.
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. Time-based and performance-based RSUs generally vest over three years with certain awards containing retirement eligible provisions. 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 27, 2024, 156 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 20 million, 19 million, and 18 million shares under the Employee Stock Purchase Plan in fiscal 2024, 2023, and 2022, respectively. As of July 27, 2024, 68 million shares were available for issuance under the Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
(c)Summary of Share-Based Compensation Expense
Share-based compensation expense consists 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 27, 2024July 29, 2023July 30, 2022
Cost of sales—product$214 $151 $112 
Cost of sales—services300 245 199 
Share-based compensation expense in cost of sales514 396 311 
Research and development1,316 1,008 790 
Sales and marketing846 673 572 
General and administrative375 270 212 
Restructuring and other charges23 
Share-based compensation expense in operating expenses2,560 1,957 1,575 
Total share-based compensation expense$3,074 $2,353 $1,886 
Income tax benefit for share-based compensation$696 $449 $457 
As of July 27, 2024, the total compensation cost related to unvested share-based awards not yet recognized was $4.6 billion, which is expected to be recognized over approximately 1.8 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 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 
Granted and assumed63 48.97 
Vested(58)43.46 $2,906 
Canceled/forfeited/other(10)45.65 
UNVESTED BALANCE AT JULY 27, 2024117 $46.86 
(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. Starting in fiscal 2023, for PRSUs granted, we included a relative total shareholder return (TSR) modifier to determine the number of shares earned at the end of the performance period. The TSR modifier is determined using a Monte Carlo simulation model. For PRSUs granted in fiscal 2022, on the date of grant, we estimated the fair value of the 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 27, 2024July 29, 2023July 30, 2022
Number of shares granted (in millions)60 70 50 
Grant date fair value per share$48.71 $42.13 $49.68 
Weighted-average assumptions/inputs:
   Expected dividend yield3.0 %3.4 %2.9 %
   Range of risk-free interest rates
4.2% 5.6%
3.7% 5.7%
0.0% 3.0%
PERFORMANCE BASED RESTRICTED STOCK UNITS
Years EndedJuly 27, 2024July 29, 2023July 30, 2022
Number of shares granted (in millions)3 
Grant date fair value per share$59.31 $40.44 $59.64 
Weighted-average assumptions/inputs:
   Expected dividend yieldN/AN/A0.4 %
   Range of risk-free interest ratesN/AN/A
0.0% 0.7%
The assumptions for the valuation of employee stock purchase rights are summarized as follows:
 EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE RIGHTS
Years EndedJuly 27, 2024July 29, 2023July 30, 2022
Weighted-average assumptions:
   Expected volatility28.3 %28.7 %27.9 %
   Risk-free interest rate2.9 %2.8 %0.1 %
   Expected dividend3.5 %3.6 %3.2 %
   Expected life (in years)1.21.21.2
Weighted-average estimated grant date fair value per share$11.59 $12.40 $12.90 
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 $15,525 for the 2024 calendar year due to the $345,000 annual limit on eligible earnings imposed by the Internal Revenue Code. All matching contributions vest immediately. Our matching contributions to the Plan totaled $358 million, $342 million, and $306 million in fiscal 2024, 2023, and 2022, 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 2024, 2023, and 2022.
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 2024 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 2024. The total deferred compensation liability under the Deferred Compensation Plan, together with deferred compensation plans assumed from acquired companies, was approximately $1.1 billion and $910 million as of July 27, 2024 and July 29, 2023, respectively, and was recorded primarily in other long-term liabilities.
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Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)
12 Months Ended
Jul. 27, 2024
Equity [Abstract]  
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) Accumulated Other 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 31, 2021$182 $(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 19 58 
BALANCE AT JULY 29, 2023(440)18 (1,153)(1,575)
Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications193 128 (115)206 
(Gains) losses reclassified out of AOCI67 (49)(2)16 
Tax benefit (expense)(61)(18)2 (77)
BALANCE AT JULY 27, 2024$(241)$79 $(1,268)$(1,430)
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Income Taxes
12 Months Ended
Jul. 27, 2024
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 27, 2024July 29, 2023July 30, 2022
Federal:
Current$1,939 $3,754 $2,203 
Deferred(883)(1,955)(176)
1,056 1,799 2,027 
State:
Current388 623 458 
Deferred11 (175)(156)
399 448 302 
Foreign:
Current559 412 313 
Deferred(100)46 23 
459 458 336 
Total$1,914 $2,705 $2,665 
Income before provision for income taxes consists of the following (in millions):
Years EndedJuly 27, 2024July 29, 2023July 30, 2022
United States$10,790 $14,074 $13,550 
International1,444 1,244 927 
Total$12,234 $15,318 $14,477 
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 27, 2024July 29, 2023July 30, 2022
Federal statutory rate21.0 %21.0 %21.0 %
Effect of:
State taxes, net of federal tax benefit2.8 2.4 1.7 
Foreign income at other than U.S. rates(0.3)(0.1)0.8 
Tax credits(2.4)(0.3)(1.6)
Foreign-derived intangible income deduction(5.5)(5.8)(3.9)
Stock-based compensation0.7 1.1 0.3 
Other, net(0.7)(0.6)0.1 
Total15.6 %17.7 %18.4 %
On August 26, 2024, the U.S. Tax Court issued a ruling in Varian Medical Systems, Inc. v. Commissioner. The ruling related to the U.S. taxation of deemed foreign dividends in the transition year of the Tax Act (our fiscal 2018). We are currently evaluating the potential benefit of this ruling to our provision for income taxes.
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 this 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. During fiscal 2024, we resolved all remaining items with the 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 this resolution, we recognized a net benefit to the provision for income taxes of $55 million, which included a reduction of interest expense of $18 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 2024. 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 27, 2024July 29, 2023July 30, 2022
Beginning balance$2,137 $3,101 $3,106 
Additions based on tax positions related to the current year205 159 157 
Additions for tax positions of prior years256 261 74 
Reductions for tax positions of prior years(344)(265)(81)
Settlements(53)(1,063)(69)
Lapse of statute of limitations(45)(56)(86)
Ending balance$2,156 $2,137 $3,101 
As a result of the resolution of 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 was reduced by approximately $1.1 billion in fiscal 2023 and $245 million in fiscal 2024.
As of July 27, 2024, $1.5 billion of the unrecognized tax benefits would affect the effective tax rate if realized. We recognized net interest expense of $21 million, $27 million and $33 million during fiscal 2024, 2023, and 2022, respectively. Our net penalty expense for fiscal 2024, 2023, and 2022 was not material. Our total accrual for interest and penalties was $401 million, $523 million, and $486 million as of the end of fiscal 2024, 2023, and 2022, respectively. We are no longer subject to U.S. federal income tax audit for returns covering tax years through fiscal 2016. 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 27, 2024 could be reduced by $100 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 27, 2024July 29, 2023
Deferred tax assets$6,262 $6,576 
Deferred tax liabilities(76)(62)
Total net deferred tax assets$6,186 $6,514 
The following table presents the components of the deferred tax assets and liabilities (in millions):
July 27, 2024July 29, 2023
ASSETS
Allowance for accounts receivable and returns$94 $81 
Sales-type and direct-financing leases23 22 
Inventory write-downs and capitalization530 452 
Deferred foreign income277 218 
IPR&D and purchased intangible assets1,039 1,082 
Depreciation184 16 
Deferred revenue2,034 1,801 
Credits and net operating loss carryforwards1,863 1,218 
Share-based compensation expense297 198 
Accrued compensation275 328 
Lease liabilities308 246 
Capitalized research expenditures3,030 2,042 
Other442 484 
Gross deferred tax assets10,396 8,188 
Valuation allowance(1,024)(754)
Total deferred tax assets9,372 7,434 
LIABILITIES
Goodwill and purchased intangible assets(2,808)(602)
ROU lease assets(259)(234)
Other(119)(84)
Total deferred tax liabilities(3,186)(920)
Total net deferred tax assets$6,186 $6,514 
The changes in the valuation allowance for deferred tax assets are summarized as follows (in millions):
July 27, 2024July 29, 2023July 30, 2022
Balance at beginning of fiscal year$754 $834 $771 
Additions148 35 84 
Additions from Splunk147 — — 
Deductions(4)(18)(10)
Write-offs(20)(93)(12)
Foreign exchange and other(1)(4)
Balance at end of fiscal year$1,024 $754 $834 
As of July 27, 2024, our federal, state, and foreign net operating loss carryforwards before valuation allowance for income tax purposes were $1.4 billion, $1.9 billion, and $531 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 2025. We have provided a valuation allowance of $86 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 27, 2024, our federal, state, and foreign tax credit carryforwards for income tax purposes before valuation allowance were approximately $309 million, $1.9 billion, and $11 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 $878 million for deferred tax assets related to state and foreign tax credits carryforwards that are not expected to be realized.
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Segment Information and Major Customers
12 Months Ended
Jul. 27, 2024
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 2024, 2023, and 2022, based on our internal management system and as utilized by our Chief Operating Decision Maker (CODM), is as follows (in millions):
Years EndedJuly 27, 2024July 29, 2023July 30, 2022
Revenue:
Americas$31,971 $33,447 $29,814 
EMEA14,117 15,135 13,715 
APJC7,716 8,417 8,027 
Total$53,803 $56,998 $51,557 
Gross margin:
Americas$21,372 $21,350 $19,117 
EMEA9,755 10,016 8,969 
APJC5,187 5,424 5,241 
Segment total36,312 36,788 33,326 
Unallocated corporate items(1,484)(1,035)(1,078)
Total$34,828 $35,753 $32,248 
Amounts may not sum due to rounding.
Revenue in the United States was $28.7 billion, $29.9 billion, and $26.7 billion for fiscal 2024, 2023, and 2022, 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. Effective fiscal 2024, we began reporting our product and services revenue in the following categories: Networking, Security, Collaboration, Observability, and Services and conformed our product revenue for prior years to the current year presentation.
The following table presents revenue for groups of similar products and services (in millions):
Years EndedJuly 27, 2024July 29, 2023July 30, 2022
Revenue:
Networking$29,229 $34,570 $29,265 
Security5,075 3,859 3,699 
Collaboration4,113 4,052 4,472 
Observability837 661 581 
Total Product39,253 43,142 38,018 
Services14,550 13,856 13,539 
Total$53,803 $56,998 $51,557 
Amounts may not sum due to rounding.
(c)Additional Segment Information
No single customer accounted for 10% or more of revenue in fiscal 2024, 2023, and 2022.
The majority of our assets as of July 27, 2024 and July 29, 2023 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 27, 2024July 29, 2023July 30, 2022
Long-lived assets:
United States$2,253 $2,113 $2,004 
International903 943 997 
Total$3,156 $3,056 $3,001 
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Net Income per Share
12 Months Ended
Jul. 27, 2024
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 27, 2024July 29, 2023July 30, 2022
Net income$10,320 $12,613 $11,812 
Weighted-average shares—basic4,043 4,093 4,170 
Effect of dilutive potential common shares19 12 22 
Weighted-average shares—diluted4,062 4,105 4,192 
Net income per share—basic$2.55 $3.08 $2.83 
Net income per share—diluted$2.54 $3.07 $2.82 
Antidilutive employee share-based awards, excluded82 86 70 
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Pay vs Performance Disclosure - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Jul. 27, 2024
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Pay vs Performance Disclosure      
Net income $ 10,320 $ 12,613 $ 11,812
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Insider Trading Arrangements
3 Months Ended
Jul. 27, 2024
Trading Arrangements, by Individual  
Rule 10b5-1 Arrangement Adopted false
Non-Rule 10b5-1 Arrangement Adopted false
Rule 10b5-1 Arrangement Terminated false
Non-Rule 10b5-1 Arrangement Terminated false
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Insider Trading Policies and Procedures
12 Months Ended
Jul. 27, 2024
Insider Trading Policies and Procedures [Line Items]  
Insider Trading Policies and Procedures Adopted true
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Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Policies)
12 Months Ended
Jul. 27, 2024
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 2024, fiscal 2023 and fiscal 2022 were each 52-week fiscal years.
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 is 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 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 termination 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 termination 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, $0.7 billion, and $0.8 billion for fiscal 2024, 2023, and 2022, respectively. Depreciation and amortization are computed using the straight-line method, generally over the following periods:
Asset CategoryPeriod
Buildings
25 years
Building improvements
Up to 15 years
Leasehold improvements
Shorter of remaining lease term or up to 15 years
Production, engineering, computer and other equipment and related software
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.
The fair value for purchased intangible assets measured at fair value on a nonrecurring basis was categorized as Level 3 due to the use of significant unobservable inputs in the valuation. Significant unobservable inputs that were used included expected revenues and net income related to the assets and the expected life of the assets. The difference between the estimated fair value and the carrying value of the assets was recorded as an impairment charge, which was included in product cost of sales and operating expenses as applicable. See Note 5.
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 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 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. Revenue from subscription offers includes revenue recognized over time as well as upfront.
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 27, 2024 and July 29, 2023 was $37 million and $39 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 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
Valuation of goodwill and purchased intangible assets
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
Segment Reporting In November 2023, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) issued an accounting standard update that expands the disclosure requirements for reportable segments, primarily through enhanced disclosures around significant segment expenses. The accounting standard update will be effective for our fiscal 2025 Form 10-K on a retrospective basis, and early adoption is permitted. We are currently evaluating the impact of this accounting standard update on our segment disclosures.
Improvements on Income Tax Disclosures In December 2023, the FASB issued an accounting standard update expanding the requirements for disclosure of disaggregated information about the effective tax rate reconciliation and income taxes paid. The accounting standard update will be effective for our fiscal 2026 Form 10-K. We are currently evaluating the impact of this accounting standard update on our income tax disclosures.
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 monetary assets and 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 an interest rate swap designated as a fair value hedge related to a fixed-rate senior note that is due in fiscal 2025. Under the interest rate swap, we receive fixed-rate interest payments and make interest payments based on SOFR plus a fixed number of basis points. The effect of the swap is to convert the fixed interest rate of the senior fixed-rate note to a floating interest rate based on SOFR. The gain and loss related to the change in the fair value of the interest rate swap is included in interest expense and substantially offsets the change in the fair value of the hedged portion of the underlying debt attributable to the change 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 and directors. 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 are directly with suppliers, and relate to fixed-dollar commitments 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.
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Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Jul. 27, 2024
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
Up to 15 years
Leasehold improvements
Shorter of remaining lease term or up to 15 years
Production, engineering, computer and other equipment and related software
Up to 5 years
Operating lease assetsBased on lease term
Furniture and fixtures
5 years
Property and Equipment, Net
July 27, 2024July 29, 2023
Gross property and equipment:
Land, buildings, and building and leasehold improvements$4,247 $4,229 
Production, engineering, computer and other equipment and related software5,160 5,355 
Operating lease assets115 135 
Furniture, fixtures and other351 339 
Total gross property and equipment9,873 10,058 
Less: accumulated depreciation and amortization(7,783)(7,973)
Total$2,090 $2,085 
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Revenue (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Jul. 27, 2024
Revenue from Contract with Customer [Abstract]  
Disaggregation of Revenue
The following table presents this disaggregation of revenue (in millions):
Years EndedJuly 27, 2024July 29, 2023July 30, 2022
Product revenue:
Networking$29,229 $34,570 $29,265 
Security5,075 3,859 3,699 
Collaboration4,113 4,052 4,472 
Observability837 661 581 
Total Product39,253 43,142 38,018 
Services14,550 13,856 13,539 
Total$53,803 $56,998 $51,557 
Our subscription revenue is recorded in product and services revenue in our Consolidated Statements of Operations as follows (in millions):
Years EndedJuly 27, 2024July 29, 2023July 30, 2022
Product$14,078 $11,931 $10,030 
Services13,302 12,709 12,363 
Total$27,380 $24,640 $22,393 
The following table presents revenue for groups of similar products and services (in millions):
Years EndedJuly 27, 2024July 29, 2023July 30, 2022
Revenue:
Networking$29,229 $34,570 $29,265 
Security5,075 3,859 3,699 
Collaboration4,113 4,052 4,472 
Observability837 661 581 
Total Product39,253 43,142 38,018 
Services14,550 13,856 13,539 
Total$53,803 $56,998 $51,557 
Allowance for Credit Loss for Accounts Receivable
The allowances for credit loss for our accounts receivable are summarized as follows (in millions):
July 27, 2024July 29, 2023July 30, 2022
Allowance for credit loss at beginning of fiscal year$85 $83 $109 
Provisions (benefits)36 39 64 
Recoveries (write-offs), net(34)(37)(81)
Foreign exchange and other — (9)
Allowance for credit loss at end of fiscal year$87 $85 $83 
Schedule of Gross Contract Assets by Internal Risk Ratings
Gross contract assets by our internal risk ratings are summarized as follows (in millions):
July 27, 2024July 29, 2023
1 to 4$1,266 $672 
5 to 61,456 954 
7 and Higher72 60 
Total$2,794 $1,686 
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Acquisitions (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Jul. 27, 2024
Business Combination, Asset Acquisition, and Joint Venture Formation [Abstract]  
Summary of Allocation of Total Purchase Consideration
The following table summarizes the purchase consideration for the Splunk acquisition (in millions):
Amount
Cash paid for outstanding Splunk common stock$26,950 
Fair value of converted Splunk equity awards attributable to pre-acquisition services137 
Settlement of pre-existing relationships
Total purchase consideration$27,090 
A summary of the allocation of the total purchase consideration of these additional acquisitions is presented as follows (in millions):
Fiscal 2024Purchase ConsiderationNet Tangible Assets Acquired (Liabilities Assumed)Purchased Intangible AssetsGoodwill
Total other acquisitions$1,370 $(47)$500 $917 
Allocation of the purchase consideration for acquisitions completed in fiscal 2023 is summarized as follows (in millions):
Fiscal 2023Purchase ConsiderationNet Tangible Assets Acquired (Liabilities Assumed)Purchased Intangible AssetsGoodwill
Total acquisitions$315 $(18)$150 $183 
Summary of Preliminary Allocation of Purchase Consideration
A summary of the preliminary allocation of the total purchase consideration for Splunk is presented as follows (in millions):
Amount
Cash and cash equivalents$2,422 
Investments285 
Accounts receivable, net623 
Goodwill19,301 
Purchased intangible assets10,550 
Deferred tax assets1,308 
Other current and noncurrent assets1,176 
Accounts payable(39)
Accrued compensation(337)
Current portion of deferred revenue(1,768)
Splunk convertible notes(3,344)
Deferred tax liabilities(2,523)
Noncurrent portion of deferred revenue(86)
Other current and other noncurrent liabilities(478)
Total$27,090 
The following table presents as of the acquisition date details of the purchased intangible assets acquired (in millions, except years):
Weighted-Average Useful Life (in Years)Amount
Customer related9.1$6,140 
Technology6.03,900 
Trade name12.0510 
Total$10,550 
Pro Forma Financial Information
The following table summarizes the pro forma financial information (in millions):
Years EndedJuly 27, 2024July 29, 2023
Total revenue$56,761 $60,841 
Net income$9,280 $10,078 
Compensation Expense Related to Business Acquisitions
The following table summarizes the compensation expense related to acquisitions (in millions):
July 27, 2024July 29, 2023July 30, 2022
Compensation expense related to acquisitions$618 $222 $271 
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Goodwill and Purchased Intangible Assets (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Jul. 27, 2024
Goodwill and Intangible Assets Disclosure [Abstract]  
Goodwill by Reportable Segment
The following tables present the goodwill allocated to our reportable segments as of July 27, 2024 and July 29, 2023, as well as the changes to goodwill during fiscal 2024 and 2023 (in millions):
Balance at July 29, 2023SplunkOther AcquisitionsForeign Currency Translation and OtherBalance at July 27, 2024
Americas$24,035 $11,619 $573 $(58)$36,169 
EMEA9,118 4,980 207 (22)14,283 
APJC5,382 2,702 137 (13)8,208 
Total$38,535 $19,301 $917 $(93)$58,660 
 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 5,382 
Total$38,304 $183 $48 $38,535 
Schedule of Intangible Assets Acquired Through Business Combinations
The following tables present details of our intangible assets acquired through acquisitions completed during fiscal 2024 and 2023 (in millions, except years):
 FINITE LIVESINDEFINITE
LIVES
TOTAL
 TECHNOLOGYCUSTOMER
RELATED
TRADE NAMEIPR&D
Fiscal 2024Weighted-
Average Useful
Life (in Years)
AmountWeighted-
Average Useful
Life (in Years)
AmountWeighted-
Average Useful
Life (in Years)
AmountAmountAmount
Splunk6.0$3,900 9.1$6,140 12.0$510 $ $10,550 
Others4.8400 4.983 1.33 14 500 
Total$4,300 $6,223 $513 $14 $11,050 
 FINITE LIVESINDEFINITE
LIVES
TOTAL
 TECHNOLOGYCUSTOMER
RELATIONSHIPS
IPR&D
Fiscal 2023Weighted-
Average Useful
Life (in Years)
AmountWeighted-
Average Useful
Life (in Years)
AmountAmountAmount
Total acquisitions3.7$138 1.8$12 $— $150 
Schedule of Intangible Assets Acquired Through Business Combinations
The following tables present details of our intangible assets acquired through acquisitions completed during fiscal 2024 and 2023 (in millions, except years):
 FINITE LIVESINDEFINITE
LIVES
TOTAL
 TECHNOLOGYCUSTOMER
RELATED
TRADE NAMEIPR&D
Fiscal 2024Weighted-
Average Useful
Life (in Years)
AmountWeighted-
Average Useful
Life (in Years)
AmountWeighted-
Average Useful
Life (in Years)
AmountAmountAmount
Splunk6.0$3,900 9.1$6,140 12.0$510 $ $10,550 
Others4.8400 4.983 1.33 14 500 
Total$4,300 $6,223 $513 $14 $11,050 
 FINITE LIVESINDEFINITE
LIVES
TOTAL
 TECHNOLOGYCUSTOMER
RELATIONSHIPS
IPR&D
Fiscal 2023Weighted-
Average Useful
Life (in Years)
AmountWeighted-
Average Useful
Life (in Years)
AmountAmountAmount
Total acquisitions3.7$138 1.8$12 $— $150 
Schedule of Purchased Intangible Assets
The following tables present details of our purchased intangible assets (in millions): 
July 27, 2024GrossAccumulated AmortizationNet
Purchased intangible assets with finite lives:
Customer related$6,844 $(829)$6,015 
Technology6,680 (2,006)4,674 
Trade name553 (49)504 
Total purchased intangible assets with finite lives14,077 (2,884)11,193 
In-process research and development, with indefinite lives26  26 
Total$14,103 $(2,884)$11,219 
July 29, 2023GrossAccumulated AmortizationNet
Purchased intangible assets with finite lives:
Technology$2,998 $(1,691)$1,307 
Customer related1,228 (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 
Schedule of Purchased Intangible Assets
The following tables present details of our purchased intangible assets (in millions): 
July 27, 2024GrossAccumulated AmortizationNet
Purchased intangible assets with finite lives:
Customer related$6,844 $(829)$6,015 
Technology6,680 (2,006)4,674 
Trade name553 (49)504 
Total purchased intangible assets with finite lives14,077 (2,884)11,193 
In-process research and development, with indefinite lives26  26 
Total$14,103 $(2,884)$11,219 
July 29, 2023GrossAccumulated AmortizationNet
Purchased intangible assets with finite lives:
Technology$2,998 $(1,691)$1,307 
Customer related1,228 (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 
Schedule of Amortization of Purchased Intangible Assets
The following table presents the amortization of purchased intangible assets, including impairment charges (in millions):
Years EndedJuly 27, 2024July 29, 2023July 30, 2022
Amortization of purchased intangible assets:
Cost of sales$955 $649 $749 
Operating expenses698 282 328 
Total$1,653 $931 $1,077 
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 27, 2024 is as follows (in millions):
Fiscal YearAmount
2025$2,138 
2026$1,789 
2027$1,445 
2028$1,365 
2029$1,265 
Thereafter$3,191 
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Restructuring and Other Charges (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Jul. 27, 2024
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 2024 PLANFISCAL 2023 AND
PRIOR PLANS
Employee SeveranceOtherEmployee
Severance
OtherTotal
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— — 
Charges — — 465 66 531 
Cash payments— — (302)(12)(314)
Non-cash items— — (15)(13)
Liability as of July 29, 2023  167 46 213 
Charges627 27 104 31 789 
Cash payments(426)(3)(251)(11)(691)
Non-cash items (15) (22)(37)
Liability as of July 27, 2024$201 $9 $20 $44 $274 
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Balance Sheet and Other Details (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Jul. 27, 2024
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, except percentages):
Cash, Cash Equivalents, Restricted Cash and Restricted Cash Equivalents
July 27, 2024July 29, 2023
Cash and cash equivalents$7,508 $10,123 
Restricted cash and restricted cash equivalents included in other current assets765 191 
Restricted cash and restricted cash equivalents included in other assets569 1,313 
Total$8,842 $11,627 
Cash, Cash Equivalents, and Restricted Cash
The following tables provide details of selected balance sheet and other items (in millions, except percentages):
Cash, Cash Equivalents, Restricted Cash and Restricted Cash Equivalents
July 27, 2024July 29, 2023
Cash and cash equivalents$7,508 $10,123 
Restricted cash and restricted cash equivalents included in other current assets765 191 
Restricted cash and restricted cash equivalents included in other assets569 1,313 
Total$8,842 $11,627 
Inventories
Inventories
July 27, 2024July 29, 2023
Raw materials$2,039 $1,685 
Work in process83 264 
Finished goods1,027 1,493 
Service-related spares216 186 
Demonstration systems8 16 
Total$3,373 $3,644 
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
Up to 15 years
Leasehold improvements
Shorter of remaining lease term or up to 15 years
Production, engineering, computer and other equipment and related software
Up to 5 years
Operating lease assetsBased on lease term
Furniture and fixtures
5 years
Property and Equipment, Net
July 27, 2024July 29, 2023
Gross property and equipment:
Land, buildings, and building and leasehold improvements$4,247 $4,229 
Production, engineering, computer and other equipment and related software5,160 5,355 
Operating lease assets115 135 
Furniture, fixtures and other351 339 
Total gross property and equipment9,873 10,058 
Less: accumulated depreciation and amortization(7,783)(7,973)
Total$2,090 $2,085 
Remaining Performance Obligations
Remaining Performance Obligations (RPO)
July 27, 2024July 29, 2023
Product$20,055 $15,802 
Services20,993 19,066 
Total$41,048 $34,868 
Short-term RPO$20,882 $17,910 
Long-term RPO20,166 16,958 
Total$41,048 $34,868 
Amount to be recognized as revenue over the next 12 months
51 %51 %
Deferred revenue$28,475 $25,550 
Unbilled contract revenue12,573 9,318 
Total$41,048 $34,868 
Deferred Revenue
Deferred Revenue
July 27, 2024July 29, 2023
Product$13,219 $11,505 
Services15,256 14,045 
Total$28,475 $25,550 
Reported as:
Current$16,249 $13,908 
Noncurrent12,226 11,642 
Total$28,475 $25,550 
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 27, 2024July 29, 2023
Current$1,819 $1,364 
Noncurrent2,273 4,092 
Total$4,092 $5,456 
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Leases (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Jul. 27, 2024
Leases [Abstract]  
Operating Lease Balances
The following table presents our operating lease balances (in millions):
Balance Sheet Line ItemJuly 27, 2024July 29, 2023
Operating lease right-of-use assetsOther assets$1,066 $971 
Operating lease liabilitiesOther current liabilities$364 $313 
Operating lease liabilitiesOther long-term liabilities906 707 
Total operating lease liabilities$1,270 $1,020 
Lease Expenses and Supplemental Information
The components of our lease expenses were as follows (in millions):
Years EndedJuly 27, 2024July 29, 2023July 30, 2022
Operating lease expense$420 $425 $390 
Short-term lease expense75 65 66 
Variable lease expense194 242 173 
Total lease expense$689 $732 $629 
Supplemental information related to our operating leases is as follows (in millions):
Years EndedJuly 27, 2024July 29, 2023
Cash paid for amounts included in the measurement of lease liabilities — operating cash flows $394 $387 
Right-of-use assets obtained in exchange for operating leases liabilities$459 $326 
Maturities of Operating Leases
The maturities of our operating leases (undiscounted) as of July 27, 2024 are as follows (in millions):
Fiscal YearAmount
2025$409 
2026295 
2027207 
2028144 
2029112 
Thereafter253 
Total lease payments1,420 
Less interest(150)
Total$1,270 
Future Minimum Lease Payments on Lease Receivables
Future minimum lease payments on our lease receivables as of July 27, 2024 are summarized as follows (in millions):
Fiscal YearAmount
2025$314 
2026246 
2027156 
2028146 
202997 
Thereafter
Total965 
Less: Present value of lease payments854 
Unearned income$111 
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 27, 2024July 29, 2023
Operating lease assets$115 $135 
Accumulated depreciation(61)(78)
Operating lease assets, net$54 $57 
Minimum Future Rentals on Noncancelable Operating Leases
Minimum future rentals on noncancelable operating leases as of July 27, 2024 are summarized as follows (in millions):
Fiscal YearAmount
2025$22 
202614 
2027
Total$39 
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Financing Receivables (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Jul. 27, 2024
Receivables [Abstract]  
Financing Receivables
A summary of our financing receivables is presented as follows (in millions):
July 27, 2024Loan ReceivablesLease ReceivablesTotal
Gross$5,858 $965 $6,823 
Residual value 67 67 
Unearned income (111)(111)
Allowance for credit loss(50)(15)(65)
Total, net$5,808 $906 $6,714 
Reported as:
Current$3,071 $267 $3,338 
Noncurrent2,737 639 3,376 
Total, net$5,808 $906 $6,714 
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 
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 27, 2024Fiscal Year
Internal Credit Risk RatingPriorJuly 25, 2020July 31, 2021July 30, 2022July 29, 2023July 27, 2024Total
Loan Receivables:
1 to 4$2 $78 $341 $555 $945 $1,803 $3,724 
5 to 62 29 127 130 426 1,314 2,028 
7 and Higher3 1 10 74 14 4 106 
Total Loan Receivables$7 $108 $478 $759 $1,385 $3,121 $5,858 
Lease Receivables:
1 to 4$1 $8 $38 $46 $176 $341 $610 
5 to 61 11 22 44 129 21 228 
7 and Higher  1 3 4 8 16 
Total Lease Receivables$2 $19 $61 $93 $309 $370 $854 
Total$9 $127 $539 $852 $1,694 $3,491 $6,712 
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 614 131 287 465 936 1,836 
7 and Higher15 17 29 39 108 
Total Loan Receivables$14 $74 $397 $1,095 $1,571 $2,759 $5,910 
Lease Receivables:
1 to 4$$20 $57 $111 $84 $235 $509 
5 to 613 44 58 87 191 395 
7 and Higher— 11 23 
Total Lease Receivables$$34 $103 $173 $176 $437 $927 
Total$18 $108 $500 $1,268 $1,747 $3,196 $6,837 
Schedule of Aging Analysis of Financing Receivables
The following tables present the aging analysis of gross receivables as of July 27, 2024 and July 29, 2023 (in millions):
DAYS PAST DUE
(INCLUDES BILLED AND UNBILLED)
July 27, 202431 - 6061 - 90 91+Total
Past Due
CurrentTotal120+ Still AccruingNonaccrual
Financing
Receivables
Impaired
Financing
Receivables
Loan receivables$34 $17 $35 $86 $5,772 $5,858 $14 $7 $7 
Lease receivables14 4 5 23 831 854 1   
Total$48 $21 $40 $109 $6,603 $6,712 $15 $7 $7 
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 23 43 884 927 
Total$63 $24 $60 $147 $6,690 $6,837 $23 $15 $15 
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 29, 2023$53 $19 $72 
Provisions (benefits)1 (3)(2)
Recoveries (write-offs), net(4)(1)(5)
Allowance for credit loss as of July 27, 2024$50 $15 $65 
 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 
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Investments (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Jul. 27, 2024
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 27, 2024Amortized
Cost
Gross
Unrealized
Gains
Gross
Unrealized and Credit Losses
Fair
Value
U.S. government securities
$2,380 $1 $(28)$2,353 
U.S. government agency securities 223  (2)221 
Non-U.S. government and agency securities370 1  371 
Corporate debt securities3,818 5 (146)3,677 
U.S. agency mortgage-backed securities1,959  (178)1,781 
Commercial paper1,023   1,023 
Certificates of deposit439   439 
Total$10,212 $7 $(354)$9,865 

July 29, 2023Amortized
Cost
Gross
Unrealized
Gains
Gross
Unrealized and Credit Losses
Fair
Value
U.S. government securities
$3,587 $$(62)$3,526 
U.S. government agency securities 428 — (5)423 
Non-U.S. government and agency securities364 — (1)363 
Corporate debt securities7,238 (327)6,914 
U.S. agency mortgage-backed securities2,421 14 (230)2,205 
Commercial paper1,484 — — 1,484 
Certificates of deposit677 — — 677 
Total$16,199 $18 $(625)$15,592 
Gross Realized Gains and Gross Realized Losses Related to Available-for-Sale Investment
The following table presents the gross realized gains and gross realized losses related to available-for-sale debt investments (in millions):
Years EndedJuly 27, 2024July 29, 2023July 30, 2022
Gross realized gains$7 $$27 
Gross realized losses(74)(25)(18)
Total$(67)$(21)$
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 27, 2024 and July 29, 2023 (in millions):
 UNREALIZED LOSSES
LESS THAN 12 MONTHS
UNREALIZED LOSSES
12 MONTHS OR GREATER
TOTAL
July 27, 2024Fair ValueGross
Unrealized
Losses
Fair ValueGross
Unrealized
Losses
Fair ValueGross 
Unrealized 
Losses
U.S. government securities$598 $(2)$1,399 $(26)$1,997 $(28)
U.S. government agency securities89  109 (2)198 (2)
Non-U.S. government and agency securities17    17  
Corporate debt securities276 (1)2,818 (115)3,094 (116)
U.S. agency mortgage-backed securities238 (1)1,438 (177)1,676 (178)
Commercial paper10    10  
Total$1,228 $(4)$5,764 $(320)$6,992 $(324)
 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 deposit— — — — 
Total$5,593 $(64)$6,756 $(531)$12,349 $(595)
Maturities of Fixed Income Securities
The following table summarizes the maturities of our available-for-sale debt investments as of July 27, 2024 (in millions): 
Amortized CostFair Value
Within 1 year$3,715 $3,674 
After 1 year through 5 years4,538 4,410 
Mortgage-backed securities with no single maturity1,959 1,781 
Total$10,212 $9,865 
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Fair Value (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Jul. 27, 2024
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 27, 2024JULY 29, 2023
FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTSFAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS
Level 1Level 2Total
Balance
Level 1Level 2Total
Balance
Assets:
Cash equivalents:
Money market funds$3,334 $ $3,334 $6,496 $— $6,496 
Commercial paper 468 468 — 1,090 1,090 
Certificates of deposit 14 14 — 47 47 
Corporate debt securities 25 25 — 25 25 
Available-for-sale debt investments:
U.S. government securities 2,353 2,353 — 3,526 3,526 
U.S. government agency securities 221 221 — 423 423 
Non-U.S. government and agency securities 371 371 — 363 363 
Corporate debt securities 3,677 3,677 — 6,914 6,914 
U.S. agency mortgage-backed securities 1,781 1,781 — 2,205 2,205 
Commercial paper 1,023 1,023 — 1,484 1,484 
Certificates of deposit 439 439 — 677 677 
Equity investments:
Marketable equity securities481  481 431 — 431 
Other current assets:
Money market funds750  750 188 — 188 
Other assets:
Money market funds563  563 1,313 — 1,313 
Derivative assets 64 64 — 32 32 
Total$5,128 $10,436 $15,564 $8,428 $16,786 $25,214 
Liabilities:
Derivative liabilities$ $74 $74 $— $75 $75 
Total$ $74 $74 $— $75 $75 
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Borrowings (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Jul. 27, 2024
Debt Disclosure [Abstract]  
Schedule of Short-Term Debt
The following table summarizes our short-term debt (in millions, except percentages):
 July 27, 2024July 29, 2023
 AmountEffective RateAmountEffective Rate
Current portion of long-term debt$488 6.66 %$1,733 4.45 %
Commercial paper10,853 5.43 %— — 
Total$11,341 $1,733 
Schedule of Long-Term Debt
The following table summarizes our long-term debt (in millions, except percentages):
 July 27, 2024July 29, 2023
 Maturity DateAmountEffective RateAmountEffective Rate
Senior notes:
Fixed-rate notes:
2.20%September 20, 2023$ $750 2.27%
3.625%March 4, 2024 1,000 6.08%
3.50%June 15, 2025500 6.66%500 6.38%
4.90%February 26, 20261,000 5.00%— 
2.95%February 28, 2026750 3.01%750 3.01%
2.50%September 20, 20261,500 2.55%1,500 2.55%
4.80%February 26, 20272,000 4.90%— 
4.85%February 26, 20292,500 4.91%— 
4.95%February 26, 20312,500 5.04%— 
5.05%February 26, 20342,500 4.97%— 
5.90%February 15, 20392,000 6.11%2,000 6.11%
5.50%January 15, 20402,000 5.67%2,000 5.67%
5.30%February 26, 20542,000 5.28%— 
5.35%February 26, 20641,000 5.42%— 
Other long-term debt3 1.13%— 
Total20,253 8,500 
Unaccreted discount/issuance costs(133)(68)
Hedge accounting fair value adjustments(11)(41)
Total$20,109 $8,391 
Reported as:
Short-term debt$488 $1,733 
Long-term debt19,621 6,658 
Total$20,109 $8,391 
Schedule of Principal Payments for Long-Term Debt
As of July 27, 2024, future principal payments for long-term debt, including the current portion, are summarized as follows (in millions):
Fiscal YearAmount
2025$500 
20261,751 
20273,502 
2028— 
20292,500 
Thereafter12,000 
Total$20,253 
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Derivative Instruments (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Jul. 27, 2024
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 27, 2024July 29, 2023Balance Sheet Line ItemJuly 27, 2024July 29, 2023
Derivatives designated as hedging instruments:
Foreign currency derivativesOther current assets$47 $22 Other current liabilities$1 $— 
Foreign currency derivativesOther assets15 Other long-term liabilities — 
Interest rate derivativesOther current assets — Other current liabilities11 17 
Interest rate derivativesOther assets — Other long-term liabilities 24 
Total62 31 12 41 
Derivatives not designated as hedging instruments:
Foreign currency derivativesOther current assets2 Other current liabilities47 25 
Foreign currency derivativesOther assets — Other long-term liabilities15 
Total2 62 34 
Total$64 $32 $74 $75 
Cumulative Basis Adjustments for Fair Value Hedges
The following amounts were recorded on the Consolidated Balance Sheets related to cumulative basis adjustments for our fair value hedges (in millions):
 CARRYING AMOUNT OF THE HEDGED ASSETS/(LIABILITIES)CUMULATIVE AMOUNT OF FAIR VALUE HEDGING ADJUSTMENT INCLUDED IN THE CARRYING AMOUNT OF THE HEDGED ASSETS/LIABILITIES
Balance Sheet Line Item of Hedged ItemJuly 27,
2024
July 29,
2023
July 27,
2024
July 29,
2023
Short-term debt$(488)$(983)$11 $17 
Long-term debt$ $(476)$ $24 
Effect on Derivative Instruments Designated as Fair Value Hedges
The effect of derivative instruments designated as fair value hedges, recognized in interest and other income (loss), net is summarized as follows (in millions):
GAINS (LOSSES) FOR 
THE YEARS ENDED
July 27, 2024July 29, 2023July 30, 2022
Interest rate derivatives:
Hedged items$(30)$31 $116 
Derivatives designated as hedging instruments30 (31)(118)
Total$ $— $(2)
Effect of Derivative Instruments Not Designated as Fair Value Hedges on Consolidated Statement of Operations
The effect on the Consolidated Statements of Operations of derivative instruments not designated as hedges is summarized as follows (in millions):
  GAINS (LOSSES) FOR 
THE YEARS ENDED
Derivatives Not Designated as Hedging InstrumentsLine Item in Statements of OperationsJuly 27, 2024July 29, 2023July 30, 2022
Foreign currency derivativesOther income (loss), net$(162)$$(237)
Total return swaps—deferred compensationOperating expenses and other91 58 (92)
Equity derivativesOther income (loss), net2 13 
Total$(69)$72 $(320)
Schedule of Notional Amounts of Derivatives Outstanding
The notional amounts of our outstanding derivatives are summarized as follows (in millions):
July 27, 2024July 29, 2023
Foreign currency derivatives$7,434 $5,419 
Interest rate derivatives500 1,500 
Total return swaps—deferred compensation985 792 
Total$8,919 $7,711 
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Commitments and Contingencies (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Jul. 27, 2024
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 27,
2024
July 29,
2023
Less than 1 year$3,952 $5,270 
1 to 3 years1,085 1,783 
3 to 5 years121 200 
Total$5,158 $7,253 
Schedule of Product Warranty Liability
The following table summarizes the activity related to the product warranty liability (in millions):
July 27, 2024July 29, 2023July 30, 2022
Balance at beginning of fiscal year$329 $333 $336 
Provisions for warranties issued425 386 415 
Adjustments for pre-existing warranties22 18 
Settlements (414)(408)(421)
Balance at end of fiscal year$362 $329 $333 
Schedule of Guarantor Obligations The aggregate amounts of channel partner financing guarantees outstanding at July 27, 2024 and July 29, 2023, 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 27, 2024July 29, 2023
Maximum potential future payments$127 $159 
Deferred revenue(13)(34)
Total$114 $125 
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Stockholders' Equity (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Jul. 27, 2024
Stockholders' Equity Note [Abstract]  
Stock Repurchase Program
Our 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 27, 2024117 $49.45 $5,764 
July 29, 202388 $48.49 $4,271 
July 30, 2022146 $52.82 $7,734 
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Employee Benefit Plans (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Jul. 27, 2024
Retirement Benefits [Abstract]  
Summary of Share-Based Compensation Expense
Share-based compensation expense consists 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 27, 2024July 29, 2023July 30, 2022
Cost of sales—product$214 $151 $112 
Cost of sales—services300 245 199 
Share-based compensation expense in cost of sales514 396 311 
Research and development1,316 1,008 790 
Sales and marketing846 673 572 
General and administrative375 270 212 
Restructuring and other charges23 
Share-based compensation expense in operating expenses2,560 1,957 1,575 
Total share-based compensation expense$3,074 $2,353 $1,886 
Income tax benefit for share-based compensation$696 $449 $457 
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 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 
Granted and assumed63 48.97 
Vested(58)43.46 $2,906 
Canceled/forfeited/other(10)45.65 
UNVESTED BALANCE AT JULY 27, 2024117 $46.86 
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 27, 2024July 29, 2023July 30, 2022
Number of shares granted (in millions)60 70 50 
Grant date fair value per share$48.71 $42.13 $49.68 
Weighted-average assumptions/inputs:
   Expected dividend yield3.0 %3.4 %2.9 %
   Range of risk-free interest rates
4.2% 5.6%
3.7% 5.7%
0.0% 3.0%
PERFORMANCE BASED RESTRICTED STOCK UNITS
Years EndedJuly 27, 2024July 29, 2023July 30, 2022
Number of shares granted (in millions)3 
Grant date fair value per share$59.31 $40.44 $59.64 
Weighted-average assumptions/inputs:
   Expected dividend yieldN/AN/A0.4 %
   Range of risk-free interest ratesN/AN/A
0.0% 0.7%
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 27, 2024July 29, 2023July 30, 2022
Weighted-average assumptions:
   Expected volatility28.3 %28.7 %27.9 %
   Risk-free interest rate2.9 %2.8 %0.1 %
   Expected dividend3.5 %3.6 %3.2 %
   Expected life (in years)1.21.21.2
Weighted-average estimated grant date fair value per share$11.59 $12.40 $12.90 
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Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Jul. 27, 2024
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 31, 2021$182 $(1)$(598)$(417)
Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications(731)87 (647)(1,291)
(Gains) losses reclassified out of AOCI(9)(29)(36)
Tax benefit (expense)179 (13)(44)122 
BALANCE AT JULY 30, 2022(379)44 (1,287)(1,622)
Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications(113)29 116 32 
(Gains) losses reclassified out of AOCI21 (63)(1)(43)
Tax benefit (expense)31 19 58 
BALANCE AT JULY 29, 2023(440)18 (1,153)(1,575)
Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications193 128 (115)206 
(Gains) losses reclassified out of AOCI67 (49)(2)16 
Tax benefit (expense)(61)(18)2 (77)
BALANCE AT JULY 27, 2024$(241)$79 $(1,268)$(1,430)
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Income Taxes (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Jul. 27, 2024
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]  
Provision for Income Taxes
The provision for income taxes consists of the following (in millions):
Years EndedJuly 27, 2024July 29, 2023July 30, 2022
Federal:
Current$1,939 $3,754 $2,203 
Deferred(883)(1,955)(176)
1,056 1,799 2,027 
State:
Current388 623 458 
Deferred11 (175)(156)
399 448 302 
Foreign:
Current559 412 313 
Deferred(100)46 23 
459 458 336 
Total$1,914 $2,705 $2,665 
Income Before Provision for Income Taxes
Income before provision for income taxes consists of the following (in millions):
Years EndedJuly 27, 2024July 29, 2023July 30, 2022
United States$10,790 $14,074 $13,550 
International1,444 1,244 927 
Total$12,234 $15,318 $14,477 
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 27, 2024July 29, 2023July 30, 2022
Federal statutory rate21.0 %21.0 %21.0 %
Effect of:
State taxes, net of federal tax benefit2.8 2.4 1.7 
Foreign income at other than U.S. rates(0.3)(0.1)0.8 
Tax credits(2.4)(0.3)(1.6)
Foreign-derived intangible income deduction(5.5)(5.8)(3.9)
Stock-based compensation0.7 1.1 0.3 
Other, net(0.7)(0.6)0.1 
Total15.6 %17.7 %18.4 %
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 27, 2024July 29, 2023July 30, 2022
Beginning balance$2,137 $3,101 $3,106 
Additions based on tax positions related to the current year205 159 157 
Additions for tax positions of prior years256 261 74 
Reductions for tax positions of prior years(344)(265)(81)
Settlements(53)(1,063)(69)
Lapse of statute of limitations(45)(56)(86)
Ending balance$2,156 $2,137 $3,101 
Components of Deferred Tax Assets and Liabilities
The following table presents the breakdown for net deferred tax assets (in millions):
July 27, 2024July 29, 2023
Deferred tax assets$6,262 $6,576 
Deferred tax liabilities(76)(62)
Total net deferred tax assets$6,186 $6,514 
The following table presents the components of the deferred tax assets and liabilities (in millions):
July 27, 2024July 29, 2023
ASSETS
Allowance for accounts receivable and returns$94 $81 
Sales-type and direct-financing leases23 22 
Inventory write-downs and capitalization530 452 
Deferred foreign income277 218 
IPR&D and purchased intangible assets1,039 1,082 
Depreciation184 16 
Deferred revenue2,034 1,801 
Credits and net operating loss carryforwards1,863 1,218 
Share-based compensation expense297 198 
Accrued compensation275 328 
Lease liabilities308 246 
Capitalized research expenditures3,030 2,042 
Other442 484 
Gross deferred tax assets10,396 8,188 
Valuation allowance(1,024)(754)
Total deferred tax assets9,372 7,434 
LIABILITIES
Goodwill and purchased intangible assets(2,808)(602)
ROU lease assets(259)(234)
Other(119)(84)
Total deferred tax liabilities(3,186)(920)
Total net deferred tax assets$6,186 $6,514 
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 27, 2024July 29, 2023July 30, 2022
Balance at beginning of fiscal year$754 $834 $771 
Additions148 35 84 
Additions from Splunk147 — — 
Deductions(4)(18)(10)
Write-offs(20)(93)(12)
Foreign exchange and other(1)(4)
Balance at end of fiscal year$1,024 $754 $834 
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Segment Information and Major Customers (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Jul. 27, 2024
Segment Reporting [Abstract]  
Reportable Segments
Summarized financial information by segment for fiscal 2024, 2023, and 2022, based on our internal management system and as utilized by our Chief Operating Decision Maker (CODM), is as follows (in millions):
Years EndedJuly 27, 2024July 29, 2023July 30, 2022
Revenue:
Americas$31,971 $33,447 $29,814 
EMEA14,117 15,135 13,715 
APJC7,716 8,417 8,027 
Total$53,803 $56,998 $51,557 
Gross margin:
Americas$21,372 $21,350 $19,117 
EMEA9,755 10,016 8,969 
APJC5,187 5,424 5,241 
Segment total36,312 36,788 33,326 
Unallocated corporate items(1,484)(1,035)(1,078)
Total$34,828 $35,753 $32,248 
Revenue for Groups of Similar Products and Services
The following table presents this disaggregation of revenue (in millions):
Years EndedJuly 27, 2024July 29, 2023July 30, 2022
Product revenue:
Networking$29,229 $34,570 $29,265 
Security5,075 3,859 3,699 
Collaboration4,113 4,052 4,472 
Observability837 661 581 
Total Product39,253 43,142 38,018 
Services14,550 13,856 13,539 
Total$53,803 $56,998 $51,557 
Our subscription revenue is recorded in product and services revenue in our Consolidated Statements of Operations as follows (in millions):
Years EndedJuly 27, 2024July 29, 2023July 30, 2022
Product$14,078 $11,931 $10,030 
Services13,302 12,709 12,363 
Total$27,380 $24,640 $22,393 
The following table presents revenue for groups of similar products and services (in millions):
Years EndedJuly 27, 2024July 29, 2023July 30, 2022
Revenue:
Networking$29,229 $34,570 $29,265 
Security5,075 3,859 3,699 
Collaboration4,113 4,052 4,472 
Observability837 661 581 
Total Product39,253 43,142 38,018 
Services14,550 13,856 13,539 
Total$53,803 $56,998 $51,557 
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 27, 2024July 29, 2023July 30, 2022
Long-lived assets:
United States$2,253 $2,113 $2,004 
International903 943 997 
Total$3,156 $3,056 $3,001 
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Net Income per Share (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Jul. 27, 2024
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 27, 2024July 29, 2023July 30, 2022
Net income$10,320 $12,613 $11,812 
Weighted-average shares—basic4,043 4,093 4,170 
Effect of dilutive potential common shares19 12 22 
Weighted-average shares—diluted4,062 4,105 4,192 
Net income per share—basic$2.55 $3.08 $2.83 
Net income per share—diluted$2.54 $3.07 $2.82 
Antidilutive employee share-based awards, excluded82 86 70 
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Basis of Presentation (Details)
12 Months Ended
Jul. 27, 2024
segment
Organization, Consolidation and Presentation of Financial Statements [Abstract]  
Number of geographic segments 3
Number of operating segments 3
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Summary of Significant Accounting Policies - Additional Information (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Jul. 27, 2024
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
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 $ 700 $ 800
Allowance for future sales returns 37 39  
Advertising costs $ 210 $ 205 $ 219
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    
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Summary of Significant Accounting Policies - Depreciation Period by Asset Category (Details)
Jul. 27, 2024
Buildings  
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]  
Property and equipment, useful life 25 years
Building improvements | Maximum  
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]  
Property and equipment, useful life 15 years
Leasehold improvements | Maximum  
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]  
Property and equipment, useful life 15 years
Production, engineering, computer and other equipment and related software | 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
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Revenue - Disaggregation of Revenue (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Jul. 27, 2024
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]      
Total revenue $ 53,803 $ 56,998 $ 51,557
Product      
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]      
Total revenue 39,253 43,142 38,018
Networking      
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]      
Total revenue 29,229 34,570 29,265
Security      
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]      
Total revenue 5,075 3,859 3,699
Collaboration      
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]      
Total revenue 4,113 4,052 4,472
Observability      
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]      
Total revenue 837 661 581
Services      
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]      
Total revenue 14,550 13,856 13,539
Subscription      
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]      
Total revenue 27,380 24,640 22,393
Subscription, Product      
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]      
Total revenue 14,078 11,931 10,030
Subscription, Service      
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]      
Total revenue $ 13,302 $ 12,709 $ 12,363
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Revenue - Additional Information (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Jul. 27, 2024
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]      
Payment terms 30 days    
Accounts receivable, net $ 6,685 $ 5,854  
Deferred revenue 28,475 25,550  
Revenue recognized 13,800    
Total deferred sales commissions 1,300 1,100  
Amortization of sales commissions, expense 742 723 $ 679
Software and Service Agreements      
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]      
Contract assets, net of allowances $ 2,700 $ 1,600  
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Revenue - Allowance for Accounts Receivable (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Jul. 27, 2024
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Accounts Receivable, Allowance for Credit Loss [Roll Forward]      
Allowance for credit loss at beginning of fiscal year $ 85 $ 83 $ 109
Provisions (benefits) 36 39 64
Recoveries (write-offs), net (34) (37) (81)
Foreign exchange and other 0 0 (9)
Allowance for credit loss at end of fiscal year $ 87 $ 85 $ 83
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Revenue - Schedule of Internal Risk Ratings for Contract Assets (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Jul. 27, 2024
Jul. 29, 2023
Financing Receivable, Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]    
Gross contract assets $ 2,794 $ 1,686
1 to 4    
Financing Receivable, Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]    
Gross contract assets 1,266 672
5 to 6    
Financing Receivable, Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]    
Gross contract assets 1,456 954
7 and Higher    
Financing Receivable, Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]    
Gross contract assets $ 72 $ 60
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Acquisitions - Additional Information (Details) - USD ($)
$ / shares in Units, $ in Millions
3 Months Ended 4 Months Ended 12 Months Ended
Mar. 18, 2024
Apr. 27, 2024
Jul. 27, 2024
Jul. 27, 2024
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Business Acquisition [Line Items]            
Settlement of convertible debt, net       $ 3,140 $ 0 $ 0
Future compensation expense & contingent consideration (up to)     $ 1,600 1,600    
Cash and cash equivalents acquired         7  
Total purchase consideration         315 364
Splunk            
Business Acquisition [Line Items]            
Acquisition price (in dollars per share) $ 157          
Equity value of acquisition $ 27,000          
Revenue since date of acquisition       1,400    
Net loss since date of acquisition       557    
Total transaction costs 82     79    
Commercial paper, maximum borrowing limit (up to) 3,100          
Aggregate cash proceeds   $ 202        
Settlement of convertible debt, net     3,100      
Compensation expense related to acquisitions       413    
Future compensation expense & contingent consideration (up to)     $ 1,100 1,100    
Total purchase consideration 27,090          
Splunk | Convertible Debt            
Business Acquisition [Line Items]            
Borrowings, fair value $ 3,300          
Splunk | Fixed-Rate Notes 1.125%, Due 2025 | Convertible Debt            
Business Acquisition [Line Items]            
Interest rate, stated percentage 1.125%          
Splunk | Fixed-Rate Notes 0.75%, Due 2026 | Convertible Debt            
Business Acquisition [Line Items]            
Interest rate, stated percentage 0.75%          
Splunk | Fixed-Rate Notes 1.125%, Due 2027 | Convertible Debt            
Business Acquisition [Line Items]            
Interest rate, stated percentage 1.125%          
Acquisitions            
Business Acquisition [Line Items]            
Total transaction costs       25 $ 24 $ 49
Cash and cash equivalents acquired       24    
Total purchase consideration       $ 1,370    
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Acquisitions - Summary of Allocation of Total Purchase Consideration (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Mar. 18, 2024
Jul. 27, 2024
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Business Acquisition [Line Items]        
Total purchase consideration     $ 315 $ 364
Net Tangible Assets Acquired (Liabilities Assumed)     (18)  
Purchased Intangible Assets   $ 11,050 150  
Goodwill     $ 183  
Splunk        
Business Acquisition [Line Items]        
Cash paid for outstanding Splunk common stock $ 26,950      
Fair value of converted Splunk equity awards attributable to pre-acquisition services 137      
Settlement of pre-existing relationships 3      
Total purchase consideration $ 27,090      
Purchased Intangible Assets   10,550    
Acquisitions        
Business Acquisition [Line Items]        
Total purchase consideration   1,370    
Net Tangible Assets Acquired (Liabilities Assumed)   (47)    
Purchased Intangible Assets   500    
Goodwill   $ 917    
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Acquisitions - Summary of Preliminary Allocation of Purchase Consideration (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Jul. 27, 2024
Mar. 18, 2024
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Business Acquisition [Line Items]        
Goodwill $ 58,660   $ 38,535 $ 38,304
Splunk        
Business Acquisition [Line Items]        
Cash and cash equivalents   $ 2,422    
Investments   285    
Accounts receivable, net   623    
Goodwill   19,301    
Amount   10,550    
Deferred tax assets   1,308    
Other current and noncurrent assets   1,176    
Accounts payable   (39)    
Accrued compensation   (337)    
Current portion of deferred revenue   (1,768)    
Splunk convertible notes   (3,344)    
Deferred tax liabilities   (2,523)    
Noncurrent portion of deferred revenue   (86)    
Other current and other noncurrent liabilities   (478)    
Total   $ 27,090    
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Acquisitions - Purchased Intangible Assets Acquired (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Mar. 18, 2024
Jul. 27, 2024
Jul. 29, 2023
Technology      
Business Acquisition [Line Items]      
Weighted- Average Useful Life (in Years)     3 years 8 months 12 days
Splunk      
Business Acquisition [Line Items]      
Amount $ 10,550    
Splunk | Customer related      
Business Acquisition [Line Items]      
Weighted- Average Useful Life (in Years) 9 years 1 month 6 days    
Amount $ 6,140    
Splunk | Technology      
Business Acquisition [Line Items]      
Weighted- Average Useful Life (in Years) 6 years 6 years  
Amount $ 3,900    
Splunk | Trade name      
Business Acquisition [Line Items]      
Weighted- Average Useful Life (in Years) 12 years 12 years  
Amount $ 510    
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Acquisitions - Pro Forma Financial Information (Details) - Splunk - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Jul. 27, 2024
Jul. 29, 2023
Business Acquisition [Line Items]    
Total revenue $ 56,761 $ 60,841
Net income $ 9,280 $ 10,078
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Acquisitions - Compensation Expense (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Jul. 27, 2024
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
All Acquisitions      
Business Acquisition [Line Items]      
Compensation expense related to acquisitions $ 618 $ 222 $ 271
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Goodwill and Purchased Intangible Assets - Schedule of Goodwill by Reportable Segments (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Jul. 27, 2024
Jul. 29, 2023
Goodwill [Roll Forward]    
Beginning balance $ 38,535 $ 38,304
Acquisitions   183
Foreign Currency Translation and Other (93) 48
Ending balance 58,660 38,535
Splunk    
Goodwill [Roll Forward]    
Acquisitions 19,301  
Acquisitions    
Goodwill [Roll Forward]    
Acquisitions 917  
Americas    
Goodwill [Roll Forward]    
Beginning balance 24,035 23,882
Acquisitions   123
Foreign Currency Translation and Other (58) 30
Ending balance 36,169 24,035
Americas | Splunk    
Goodwill [Roll Forward]    
Acquisitions 11,619  
Americas | Acquisitions    
Goodwill [Roll Forward]    
Acquisitions 573  
EMEA    
Goodwill [Roll Forward]    
Beginning balance 9,118 9,062
Acquisitions   44
Foreign Currency Translation and Other (22) 12
Ending balance 14,283 9,118
EMEA | Splunk    
Goodwill [Roll Forward]    
Acquisitions 4,980  
EMEA | Acquisitions    
Goodwill [Roll Forward]    
Acquisitions 207  
APJC    
Goodwill [Roll Forward]    
Beginning balance 5,382 5,360
Acquisitions   16
Foreign Currency Translation and Other (13) 6
Ending balance 8,208 $ 5,382
APJC | Splunk    
Goodwill [Roll Forward]    
Acquisitions 2,702  
APJC | Acquisitions    
Goodwill [Roll Forward]    
Acquisitions $ 137  
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Goodwill and Purchased Intangible Assets - Schedule of Intangible Assets Acquired Through Business Combinations (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Mar. 18, 2024
Jul. 27, 2024
Jul. 29, 2023
Schedule Of Finite Lived And Indefinite Lived Intangible Assets Acquired Through Business Combinations [Line Items]      
Total intangible assets acquired   $ 11,050 $ 150
Splunk      
Schedule Of Finite Lived And Indefinite Lived Intangible Assets Acquired Through Business Combinations [Line Items]      
Total intangible assets acquired   10,550  
Acquisitions      
Schedule Of Finite Lived And Indefinite Lived Intangible Assets Acquired Through Business Combinations [Line Items]      
Total intangible assets acquired   500  
IPR&D      
Schedule Of Finite Lived And Indefinite Lived Intangible Assets Acquired Through Business Combinations [Line Items]      
Indefinite-lived intangible assets acquired   14 $ 0
IPR&D | Splunk      
Schedule Of Finite Lived And Indefinite Lived Intangible Assets Acquired Through Business Combinations [Line Items]      
Indefinite-lived intangible assets acquired   0  
IPR&D | Acquisitions      
Schedule Of Finite Lived And Indefinite Lived Intangible Assets Acquired Through Business Combinations [Line Items]      
Indefinite-lived intangible assets acquired   14  
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
Finite lived intangible assets acquired   $ 4,300 $ 138
TECHNOLOGY | Splunk      
Schedule Of Finite Lived And Indefinite Lived Intangible Assets Acquired Through Business Combinations [Line Items]      
Weighted- Average Useful Life (in Years) 6 years 6 years  
Finite lived intangible assets acquired   $ 3,900  
TECHNOLOGY | Acquisitions      
Schedule Of Finite Lived And Indefinite Lived Intangible Assets Acquired Through Business Combinations [Line Items]      
Weighted- Average Useful Life (in Years)   4 years 9 months 18 days  
Finite lived intangible assets acquired   $ 400  
CUSTOMER RELATED      
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
Finite lived intangible assets acquired   $ 6,223 $ 12
CUSTOMER RELATED | Splunk      
Schedule Of Finite Lived And Indefinite Lived Intangible Assets Acquired Through Business Combinations [Line Items]      
Weighted- Average Useful Life (in Years)   9 years 1 month 6 days  
Finite lived intangible assets acquired   $ 6,140  
CUSTOMER RELATED | Acquisitions      
Schedule Of Finite Lived And Indefinite Lived Intangible Assets Acquired Through Business Combinations [Line Items]      
Weighted- Average Useful Life (in Years)   4 years 10 months 24 days  
Finite lived intangible assets acquired   $ 83  
TRADE NAME      
Schedule Of Finite Lived And Indefinite Lived Intangible Assets Acquired Through Business Combinations [Line Items]      
Finite lived intangible assets acquired   $ 513  
TRADE NAME | Splunk      
Schedule Of Finite Lived And Indefinite Lived Intangible Assets Acquired Through Business Combinations [Line Items]      
Weighted- Average Useful Life (in Years) 12 years 12 years  
Finite lived intangible assets acquired   $ 510  
TRADE NAME | Acquisitions      
Schedule Of Finite Lived And Indefinite Lived Intangible Assets Acquired Through Business Combinations [Line Items]      
Weighted- Average Useful Life (in Years)   1 year 3 months 18 days  
Finite lived intangible assets acquired   $ 3  
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Goodwill and Purchased Intangible Assets - Schedule of Purchased Intangible Assets with Finite and Indefinite Lives (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Jul. 27, 2024
Jul. 29, 2023
Purchased intangible assets with finite lives:    
Gross $ 14,077 $ 4,266
Accumulated Amortization (2,884) (2,618)
Total purchased intangible assets with finite lives, net 11,193 1,648
In-process research and development, with indefinite lives 26 170
Total finite and indefinite lives intangible assets, gross 14,103 4,436
Total finite and indefinite lives intangible assets, net 11,219 1,818
Customer related    
Purchased intangible assets with finite lives:    
Gross 6,844 1,228
Accumulated Amortization (829) (905)
Total purchased intangible assets with finite lives, net 6,015 323
Technology    
Purchased intangible assets with finite lives:    
Gross 6,680 2,998
Accumulated Amortization (2,006) (1,691)
Total purchased intangible assets with finite lives, net 4,674 1,307
Trade name    
Purchased intangible assets with finite lives:    
Gross 553  
Accumulated Amortization (49)  
Total purchased intangible assets with finite lives, net $ 504  
Other    
Purchased intangible assets with finite lives:    
Gross   40
Accumulated Amortization   (22)
Total purchased intangible assets with finite lives, net   $ 18
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Goodwill and Purchased Intangible Assets - Additional Information (Details)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Jul. 27, 2024
USD ($)
Goodwill and Intangible Assets Disclosure [Abstract]  
Impairment charges related to purchased intangible assets $ 145
Impairment, Intangible Asset, Statement of Income or Comprehensive Income [Extensible Enumeration] Total cost of sales, Operating Expenses
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Goodwill and Purchased Intangible Assets - Schedule of Amortization of Purchased Intangible Assets (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Jul. 27, 2024
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Acquired Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]      
Amortization of purchased intangible assets $ 698 $ 282 $ 313
Cost of sales      
Acquired Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]      
Amortization of purchased intangible assets 955 649 749
Operating expenses      
Acquired Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]      
Amortization of purchased intangible assets 698 282 328
Total      
Acquired Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]      
Amortization of purchased intangible assets $ 1,653 $ 931 $ 1,077
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Goodwill and Purchased Intangible Assets - Schedule of Estimated Future Amortization Expense of Purchased Intangible Assets (Details)
$ in Millions
Jul. 27, 2024
USD ($)
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Future Amortization Expense [Abstract]  
2025 $ 2,138
2026 1,789
2027 1,445
2028 1,365
2029 1,265
Thereafter $ 3,191
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Restructuring and Other Charges - Additional Information (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
3 Months Ended 12 Months Ended
Apr. 27, 2024
Jul. 27, 2024
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]        
Restructuring and other charges   $ 789 $ 531 $ 6
Fiscal 2025 Plan        
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]        
Percentage of global workforce impacted by restructure   7.00%    
Restructuring and other charges   $ 1,000    
Fiscal 2023 Plan        
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]        
Percentage of global workforce impacted by restructure 5.00%      
Restructuring and other charges   654    
Cumulative restructuring charges incurred   $ 670    
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Restructuring and Other Charges - Schedule of Activities Related to Restructuring and Other Charges (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Jul. 27, 2024
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Restructuring Reserve [Roll Forward]      
Liability, beginning of period $ 213 $ 9 $ 34
Charges 789 531 6
Cash payments (691) (314) (25)
Non-cash items (37) (13) (6)
Liability, end of period $ 274 213 9
Restructuring Charges, Statement of Income or Comprehensive Income [Extensible Enumeration] Restructuring and other charges    
FISCAL 2024 PLAN | Employee Severance      
Restructuring Reserve [Roll Forward]      
Liability, beginning of period $ 0 0 0
Charges 627 0 0
Cash payments (426) 0 0
Non-cash items 0 0 0
Liability, end of period 201 0 0
FISCAL 2024 PLAN | Other      
Restructuring Reserve [Roll Forward]      
Liability, beginning of period 0 0 0
Charges 27 0 0
Cash payments (3) 0 0
Non-cash items (15) 0 0
Liability, end of period 9 0 0
FISCAL 2023 AND PRIOR PLANS | Employee Severance      
Restructuring Reserve [Roll Forward]      
Liability, beginning of period 167 2 16
Charges 104 465 9
Cash payments (251) (302) (23)
Non-cash items 0 2 0
Liability, end of period 20 167 2
FISCAL 2023 AND PRIOR PLANS | Other      
Restructuring Reserve [Roll Forward]      
Liability, beginning of period 46 7 18
Charges 31 66 (3)
Cash payments (11) (12) (2)
Non-cash items (22) (15) (6)
Liability, end of period $ 44 $ 46 $ 7
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Balance Sheet and Other Details - Cash, Cash Equivalents, Restricted Cash and Restricted Cash Equivalents (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Jul. 27, 2024
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Jul. 31, 2021
Organization, Consolidation and Presentation of Financial Statements [Abstract]        
Cash and cash equivalents $ 7,508 $ 10,123    
Restricted cash and restricted cash equivalents included in other current assets 765 191    
Restricted cash and restricted cash equivalents included in other assets 569 1,313    
Total $ 8,842 $ 11,627 $ 8,579 $ 9,942
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Balance Sheet and Other Details - Inventories (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Jul. 27, 2024
Jul. 29, 2023
Organization, Consolidation and Presentation of Financial Statements [Abstract]    
Raw materials $ 2,039 $ 1,685
Work in process 83 264
Finished goods 1,027 1,493
Service-related spares 216 186
Demonstration systems 8 16
Total $ 3,373 $ 3,644
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Balance Sheet and Other Details - Property and Equipment, Net (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Jul. 27, 2024
Jul. 29, 2023
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]    
Operating lease assets $ 115 $ 135
Total gross property and equipment 9,873 10,058
Less: accumulated depreciation and amortization (7,783) (7,973)
Total 2,090 2,085
Land, buildings, and building and leasehold improvements    
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]    
Gross property and equipment, excluding operating lease assets 4,247 4,229
Production, engineering, computer and other equipment and related software    
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]    
Gross property and equipment, excluding operating lease assets 5,160 5,355
Furniture, fixtures and other    
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]    
Gross property and equipment, excluding operating lease assets $ 351 $ 339
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Balance Sheet and Other Details - Remaining Performance Obligations (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Jul. 27, 2024
Jul. 29, 2023
Revenue, Remaining Performance Obligation, Expected Timing of Satisfaction [Line Items]    
Remaining performance obligation $ 41,048 $ 34,868
Deferred revenue 28,475 25,550
Unbilled contract revenue    
Revenue, Remaining Performance Obligation, Expected Timing of Satisfaction [Line Items]    
Remaining performance obligation 12,573 9,318
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
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 $ 20,882 $ 16,958
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]: 2025-07-27    
Revenue, Remaining Performance Obligation, Expected Timing of Satisfaction [Line Items]    
Remaining performance obligation $ 20,166  
Period for amount to be recognized as revenue  
Product    
Revenue, Remaining Performance Obligation, Expected Timing of Satisfaction [Line Items]    
Remaining performance obligation $ 20,055 $ 15,802
Deferred revenue 13,219 11,505
Services    
Revenue, Remaining Performance Obligation, Expected Timing of Satisfaction [Line Items]    
Remaining performance obligation 20,993 19,066
Deferred revenue $ 15,256 $ 14,045
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Balance Sheet and Other Details - Deferred Revenue (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Jul. 27, 2024
Jul. 29, 2023
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]    
Deferred revenue $ 28,475 $ 25,550
Current 16,249 13,908
Noncurrent 12,226 11,642
Product    
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]    
Deferred revenue 13,219 11,505
Services    
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]    
Deferred revenue $ 15,256 $ 14,045
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Balance Sheet and Other Details - Transition Tax Payable (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Jul. 27, 2024
Jul. 29, 2023
Organization, Consolidation and Presentation of Financial Statements [Abstract]    
Current $ 1,819 $ 1,364
Noncurrent 2,273 4,092
Total $ 4,092 $ 5,456
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Leases - Operating Lease Balances (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Jul. 27, 2024
Jul. 29, 2023
Leases [Abstract]    
Operating Lease, Right-of-Use Asset, Statement of Financial Position [Extensible Enumeration] Other assets Other assets
Operating lease right-of-use assets $ 1,066 $ 971
Operating Lease, Liability, Current, Statement of Financial Position [Extensible Enumeration] Other current liabilities Other current liabilities
Operating lease liabilities $ 364 $ 313
Operating Lease, Liability, Noncurrent, Statement of Financial Position [Extensible Enumeration] Other long-term liabilities Other long-term liabilities
Operating lease liabilities $ 906 $ 707
Total operating lease liabilities $ 1,270 $ 1,020
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Leases - Lease expense (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Jul. 27, 2024
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Leases [Abstract]      
Operating lease expense $ 420 $ 425 $ 390
Short-term lease expense 75 65 66
Variable lease expense 194 242 173
Total lease expense $ 689 $ 732 $ 629
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Leases - Supplemental Information (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Jul. 27, 2024
Jul. 29, 2023
Leases [Abstract]    
Cash paid for amounts included in the measurement of lease liabilities — operating cash flows $ 394 $ 387
Right-of-use assets obtained in exchange for operating leases liabilities $ 459 $ 326
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Leases - Additional Information (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Jul. 27, 2024
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Leases [Abstract]      
Weighted-average remaining lease term (in years) 4 years 10 months 24 days 4 years 7 months 6 days  
Weighted-average discount rate 4.00% 3.10%  
Sales-type lease term, on average 4 years    
Interest income, lease receivables $ 65 $ 51 $ 54
Operating lease income $ 58 $ 73 $ 107
Operating Lease, Lease Income, Statement of Income or Comprehensive Income [Extensible Enumeration] Total revenue    
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Leases - Lessee Arrangements, Maturities of Operating Leases (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Jul. 27, 2024
Jul. 29, 2023
Leases [Abstract]    
2025 $ 409  
2026 295  
2027 207  
2028 144  
2029 112  
Thereafter 253  
Total lease payments 1,420  
Less interest (150)  
Total operating lease liabilities $ 1,270 $ 1,020
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Leases - Lessor Arrangements, Future Minimum Lease Receivables (Details)
$ in Millions
Jul. 27, 2024
USD ($)
Leases [Abstract]  
2025 $ 314
2026 246
2027 156
2028 146
2029 97
Thereafter 6
Total 965
Less: Present value of lease payments 854
Unearned income $ 111
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Leases - Operating Lease Assets (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Jul. 27, 2024
Jul. 29, 2023
Leases [Abstract]    
Operating lease assets $ 115 $ 135
Accumulated depreciation (61) (78)
Operating lease assets, net $ 54 $ 57
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Leases - Lessor Arrangements, Minimum Future Rentals on Operating Leases (Details)
$ in Millions
Jul. 27, 2024
USD ($)
Leases [Abstract]  
2025 $ 22
2026 14
2027 3
Total $ 39
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Financing Receivables - Additional Information (Details)
12 Months Ended
Jul. 27, 2024
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
v3.24.2.u1
Financing Receivables - Schedule of Financing Receivables (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Jul. 27, 2024
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Jul. 31, 2021
Accounts, Notes, Loans and Financing Receivable [Line Items]        
Gross $ 6,823 $ 6,925    
Residual value 67 70    
Unearned income (111) (88)    
Allowance for credit loss (65) (72) $ (126) $ (127)
Total, net 6,714 6,835    
Current 3,338 3,352    
Noncurrent 3,376 3,483    
Loan Receivables        
Accounts, Notes, Loans and Financing Receivable [Line Items]        
Gross 5,858 5,910    
Unearned income 0 0    
Allowance for credit loss (50) (53) (103) (89)
Total, net 5,808 5,857    
Current 3,071 2,988    
Noncurrent 2,737 2,869    
Lease Receivables        
Accounts, Notes, Loans and Financing Receivable [Line Items]        
Gross 965 1,015    
Residual value 67 70    
Unearned income (111) (88)    
Allowance for credit loss (15) (19) $ (23) $ (38)
Total, net 906 978    
Current 267 364    
Noncurrent $ 639 $ 614    
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Financing Receivables - Schedule of Financing Receivables Categorized by Internal Credit Risk Rating (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Jul. 27, 2024
Jul. 29, 2023
Financing Receivable, Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]    
Origination year - Prior $ 9 $ 18
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2019/2018 127 108
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2020/2019 539 500
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2021/2020 852 1,268
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2022/2021 1,694 1,747
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2023/2022 3,491 3,196
Total 6,712 6,837
Loan Receivables    
Financing Receivable, Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]    
Origination year - Prior 7 14
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2019/2018 108 74
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2020/2019 478 397
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2021/2020 759 1,095
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2022/2021 1,385 1,571
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2023/2022 3,121 2,759
Total 5,858 5,910
Loan Receivables | 1 to 4    
Financing Receivable, Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]    
Origination year - Prior 2 10
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2019/2018 78 53
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2020/2019 341 251
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2021/2020 555 791
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2022/2021 945 1,077
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2023/2022 1,803 1,784
Total 3,724 3,966
Loan Receivables | 5 to 6    
Financing Receivable, Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]    
Origination year - Prior 2 3
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2019/2018 29 14
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2020/2019 127 131
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2021/2020 130 287
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2022/2021 426 465
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2023/2022 1,314 936
Total 2,028 1,836
Loan Receivables | 7 and Higher    
Financing Receivable, Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]    
Origination year - Prior 3 1
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2019/2018 1 7
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2020/2019 10 15
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2021/2020 74 17
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2022/2021 14 29
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2023/2022 4 39
Total 106 108
Lease Receivables    
Financing Receivable, Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]    
Origination year - Prior 2 4
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2019/2018 19 34
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2020/2019 61 103
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2021/2020 93 173
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2022/2021 309 176
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2023/2022 370 437
Total 854 927
Lease Receivables | 1 to 4    
Financing Receivable, Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]    
Origination year - Prior 1 2
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2019/2018 8 20
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2020/2019 38 57
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2021/2020 46 111
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2022/2021 176 84
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2023/2022 341 235
Total 610 509
Lease Receivables | 5 to 6    
Financing Receivable, Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]    
Origination year - Prior 1 2
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2019/2018 11 13
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2020/2019 22 44
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2021/2020 44 58
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2022/2021 129 87
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2023/2022 21 191
Total 228 395
Lease Receivables | 7 and Higher    
Financing Receivable, Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]    
Origination year - Prior 0 0
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2019/2018 0 1
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2020/2019 1 2
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2021/2020 3 4
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2022/2021 4 5
Origination year - Fiscal Year 2023/2022 8 11
Total $ 16 $ 23
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Financing Receivables - Schedule of Aging Analysis of Financing Receivables (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Jul. 27, 2024
Jul. 29, 2023
Financing Receivable, Past Due [Line Items]    
Gross Financing Receivables $ 6,712 $ 6,837
120+ Still Accruing 15 23
Nonaccrual Financing Receivables 7 15
Impaired Financing Receivables 7 15
Total Past Due    
Financing Receivable, Past Due [Line Items]    
Gross Financing Receivables 109 147
31 - 60    
Financing Receivable, Past Due [Line Items]    
Gross Financing Receivables 48 63
61 - 90     
Financing Receivable, Past Due [Line Items]    
Gross Financing Receivables 21 24
91+    
Financing Receivable, Past Due [Line Items]    
Gross Financing Receivables 40 60
Current    
Financing Receivable, Past Due [Line Items]    
Gross Financing Receivables 6,603 6,690
Loan Receivables    
Financing Receivable, Past Due [Line Items]    
Gross Financing Receivables 5,858 5,910
120+ Still Accruing 14 17
Nonaccrual Financing Receivables 7 12
Impaired Financing Receivables 7 12
Loan Receivables | Total Past Due    
Financing Receivable, Past Due [Line Items]    
Gross Financing Receivables 86 104
Loan Receivables | 31 - 60    
Financing Receivable, Past Due [Line Items]    
Gross Financing Receivables 34 47
Loan Receivables | 61 - 90     
Financing Receivable, Past Due [Line Items]    
Gross Financing Receivables 17 20
Loan Receivables | 91+    
Financing Receivable, Past Due [Line Items]    
Gross Financing Receivables 35 37
Loan Receivables | Current    
Financing Receivable, Past Due [Line Items]    
Gross Financing Receivables 5,772 5,806
Lease Receivables    
Financing Receivable, Past Due [Line Items]    
Gross Financing Receivables 854 927
120+ Still Accruing 1 6
Nonaccrual Financing Receivables 0 3
Impaired Financing Receivables 0 3
Lease Receivables | Total Past Due    
Financing Receivable, Past Due [Line Items]    
Gross Financing Receivables 23 43
Lease Receivables | 31 - 60    
Financing Receivable, Past Due [Line Items]    
Gross Financing Receivables 14 16
Lease Receivables | 61 - 90     
Financing Receivable, Past Due [Line Items]    
Gross Financing Receivables 4 4
Lease Receivables | 91+    
Financing Receivable, Past Due [Line Items]    
Gross Financing Receivables 5 23
Lease Receivables | Current    
Financing Receivable, Past Due [Line Items]    
Gross Financing Receivables $ 831 $ 884
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Financing Receivables - Summary of Allowances for Credit Loss and Related Financing Receivables (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Jul. 27, 2024
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Financing Receivable, Allowance for Credit Loss [Roll Forward]      
Allowance for credit loss, beginning of period $ 72 $ 126 $ 127
Provisions (benefits) (2) (8) (9)
Recoveries (write-offs), net (5) (41) (2)
Foreign exchange and other   (5) 10
Allowance for credit loss, end of period 65 72 126
Loan Receivables      
Financing Receivable, Allowance for Credit Loss [Roll Forward]      
Allowance for credit loss, beginning of period 53 103 89
Provisions (benefits) 1 (7) 4
Recoveries (write-offs), net (4) (38) 0
Foreign exchange and other   (5) 10
Allowance for credit loss, end of period 50 53 103
Lease Receivables      
Financing Receivable, Allowance for Credit Loss [Roll Forward]      
Allowance for credit loss, beginning of period 19 23 38
Provisions (benefits) (3) (1) (13)
Recoveries (write-offs), net (1) (3) (2)
Foreign exchange and other   0 0
Allowance for credit loss, end of period $ 15 $ 19 $ 23
v3.24.2.u1
Investments - Summary of Available-for-Sale Investments (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Jul. 27, 2024
Jul. 29, 2023
Schedule of Investments [Line Items]    
Amortized Cost $ 10,212 $ 16,199
Gross Unrealized Gains 7 18
Gross Unrealized and Credit Losses (354) (625)
Fair Value 9,865 15,592
U.S. government securities    
Schedule of Investments [Line Items]    
Amortized Cost 2,380 3,587
Gross Unrealized Gains 1 1
Gross Unrealized and Credit Losses (28) (62)
Fair Value 2,353 3,526
U.S. government agency securities    
Schedule of Investments [Line Items]    
Amortized Cost 223 428
Gross Unrealized Gains 0 0
Gross Unrealized and Credit Losses (2) (5)
Fair Value 221 423
Non-U.S. government and agency securities    
Schedule of Investments [Line Items]    
Amortized Cost 370 364
Gross Unrealized Gains 1 0
Gross Unrealized and Credit Losses 0 (1)
Fair Value 371 363
Corporate debt securities    
Schedule of Investments [Line Items]    
Amortized Cost 3,818 7,238
Gross Unrealized Gains 5 3
Gross Unrealized and Credit Losses (146) (327)
Fair Value 3,677 6,914
U.S. agency mortgage-backed securities    
Schedule of Investments [Line Items]    
Amortized Cost 1,959 2,421
Gross Unrealized Gains 0 14
Gross Unrealized and Credit Losses (178) (230)
Fair Value 1,781 2,205
Commercial paper    
Schedule of Investments [Line Items]    
Amortized Cost 1,023 1,484
Gross Unrealized Gains 0 0
Gross Unrealized and Credit Losses 0 0
Fair Value 1,023 1,484
Certificates of deposit    
Schedule of Investments [Line Items]    
Amortized Cost 439 677
Gross Unrealized Gains 0 0
Gross Unrealized and Credit Losses 0 0
Fair Value $ 439 $ 677
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Investments - Gross Realized Gains and Gross Realized Losses Related to Available-for-Sale Investment (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Jul. 27, 2024
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Investments, Debt and Equity Securities [Abstract]      
Gross realized gains $ 7 $ 4 $ 27
Gross realized losses (74) (25) (18)
Total $ (67) $ (21) $ 9
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Investments - Available-for-Sale Investments With Gross Unrealized Losses (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Jul. 27, 2024
Jul. 29, 2023
Schedule of Investments [Line Items]    
Unrealized loss less than 12 months, Fair Value $ 1,228 $ 5,593
Unrealized loss less than 12 months, Gross Unrealized Losses (4) (64)
Unrealized losses 12 months or greater, Fair Value 5,764 6,756
Unrealized losses 12 months or greater, Gross Unrealized Losses (320) (531)
Total, Fair Value 6,992 12,349
Total, Gross Unrealized Losses (324) (595)
U.S. government securities    
Schedule of Investments [Line Items]    
Unrealized loss less than 12 months, Fair Value 598 2,394
Unrealized loss less than 12 months, Gross Unrealized Losses (2) (26)
Unrealized losses 12 months or greater, Fair Value 1,399 931
Unrealized losses 12 months or greater, Gross Unrealized Losses (26) (36)
Total, Fair Value 1,997 3,325
Total, Gross Unrealized Losses (28) (62)
U.S. government agency securities    
Schedule of Investments [Line Items]    
Unrealized loss less than 12 months, Fair Value 89 343
Unrealized loss less than 12 months, Gross Unrealized Losses 0 (2)
Unrealized losses 12 months or greater, Fair Value 109 72
Unrealized losses 12 months or greater, Gross Unrealized Losses (2) (3)
Total, Fair Value 198 415
Total, Gross Unrealized Losses (2) (5)
Non-U.S. government and agency securities    
Schedule of Investments [Line Items]    
Unrealized loss less than 12 months, Fair Value 17 363
Unrealized loss less than 12 months, Gross Unrealized Losses 0 (1)
Unrealized losses 12 months or greater, Fair Value 0 0
Unrealized losses 12 months or greater, Gross Unrealized Losses 0 0
Total, Fair Value 17 363
Total, Gross Unrealized Losses 0 (1)
Corporate debt securities    
Schedule of Investments [Line Items]    
Unrealized loss less than 12 months, Fair Value 276 1,736
Unrealized loss less than 12 months, Gross Unrealized Losses (1) (22)
Unrealized losses 12 months or greater, Fair Value 2,818 4,315
Unrealized losses 12 months or greater, Gross Unrealized Losses (115) (275)
Total, Fair Value 3,094 6,051
Total, Gross Unrealized Losses (116) (297)
U.S. agency mortgage-backed securities    
Schedule of Investments [Line Items]    
Unrealized loss less than 12 months, Fair Value 238 658
Unrealized loss less than 12 months, Gross Unrealized Losses (1) (13)
Unrealized losses 12 months or greater, Fair Value 1,438 1,438
Unrealized losses 12 months or greater, Gross Unrealized Losses (177) (217)
Total, Fair Value 1,676 2,096
Total, Gross Unrealized Losses (178) (230)
Commercial paper    
Schedule of Investments [Line Items]    
Unrealized loss less than 12 months, Fair Value 10 97
Unrealized loss less than 12 months, Gross Unrealized Losses 0 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 10 97
Total, Gross Unrealized Losses $ 0 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
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Investments - Maturities of Fixed Income Securities (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Jul. 27, 2024
Jul. 29, 2023
Amortized Cost    
Within 1 year $ 3,715  
After 1 year through 5 years 4,538  
Mortgage-backed securities with no single maturity 1,959  
Amortized Cost 10,212 $ 16,199
Fair Value    
Within 1 year 3,674  
After 1 year through 5 years 4,410  
Mortgage-backed securities with no single maturity 1,781  
Fair Value $ 9,865 $ 15,592
v3.24.2.u1
Investments - Additional Information (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Jul. 27, 2024
Jul. 29, 2023
Schedule of Investments [Line Items]    
Marketable equity securities $ 481 $ 431
Net unrealized gain (loss) on marketable securities 71 (36)
Net gain (loss) on non-marketable equity securities measured using the measurement alternative (165) 8
Investments in privately held companies 1,800  
Funding commitments 200  
Variable Interest Entity, Not Primary Beneficiary    
Schedule of Investments [Line Items]    
Investments in privately held companies 900  
Net Asset Value (NAV) | Private equity funds    
Schedule of Investments [Line Items]    
Non-marketable equity securities included in other assets $ 800 $ 900
v3.24.2.u1
Fair Value - Assets and Liabilities Measured At Fair Value On Recurring Basis (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Jul. 27, 2024
Jul. 29, 2023
Assets:    
Available-for-sale debt investments $ 9,865 $ 15,592
Marketable equity securities 481 431
Derivative assets 64 32
Total 15,564 25,214
Liabilities:    
Derivative liabilities 74 75
Total 74 75
Money market funds    
Assets:    
Other assets 563 1,313
U.S. government securities    
Assets:    
Available-for-sale debt investments 2,353 3,526
U.S. government agency securities    
Assets:    
Available-for-sale debt investments 221 423
Non-U.S. government and agency securities    
Assets:    
Available-for-sale debt investments 371 363
Corporate debt securities    
Assets:    
Available-for-sale debt investments 3,677 6,914
U.S. agency mortgage-backed securities    
Assets:    
Available-for-sale debt investments 1,781 2,205
Commercial paper    
Assets:    
Available-for-sale debt investments 1,023 1,484
Certificates of deposit    
Assets:    
Available-for-sale debt investments 439 677
Money market funds    
Assets:    
Cash equivalents 3,334 6,496
Other current assets 750 188
Commercial paper    
Assets:    
Cash equivalents 468 1,090
Certificates of deposit    
Assets:    
Cash equivalents 14 47
Corporate debt securities    
Assets:    
Cash equivalents 25 25
Level 1    
Assets:    
Marketable equity securities 481 431
Derivative assets 0 0
Total 5,128 8,428
Liabilities:    
Derivative liabilities 0 0
Total 0 0
Level 1 | Money market funds    
Assets:    
Other assets 563 1,313
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 3,334 6,496
Other current assets 750 188
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 2    
Assets:    
Marketable equity securities 0 0
Derivative assets 64 32
Total 10,436 16,786
Liabilities:    
Derivative liabilities 74 75
Total 74 75
Level 2 | Money market funds    
Assets:    
Other assets 0 0
Level 2 | U.S. government securities    
Assets:    
Available-for-sale debt investments 2,353 3,526
Level 2 | U.S. government agency securities    
Assets:    
Available-for-sale debt investments 221 423
Level 2 | Non-U.S. government and agency securities    
Assets:    
Available-for-sale debt investments 371 363
Level 2 | Corporate debt securities    
Assets:    
Available-for-sale debt investments 3,677 6,914
Level 2 | U.S. agency mortgage-backed securities    
Assets:    
Available-for-sale debt investments 1,781 2,205
Level 2 | Commercial paper    
Assets:    
Available-for-sale debt investments 1,023 1,484
Level 2 | Certificates of deposit    
Assets:    
Available-for-sale debt investments 439 677
Level 2 | Money market funds    
Assets:    
Cash equivalents 0 0
Other current assets 0 0
Level 2 | Commercial paper    
Assets:    
Cash equivalents 468 1,090
Level 2 | Certificates of deposit    
Assets:    
Cash equivalents 14 47
Level 2 | Corporate debt securities    
Assets:    
Cash equivalents $ 25 $ 25
v3.24.2.u1
Fair Value - Additional Information (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Jul. 27, 2024
Jul. 29, 2023
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]    
Long term loan receivables and financed service contracts carrying value $ 2,700 $ 2,900
Senior notes, carrying value 20,109 8,391
Level 2    
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]    
Borrowings, fair value $ 20,400 $ 8,700
v3.24.2.u1
Borrowings - Schedule of Short-Term Debt (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Jul. 27, 2024
Jul. 29, 2023
Short-term Debt [Line Items]    
Short-term debt $ 11,341 $ 1,733
Senior Notes    
Short-term Debt [Line Items]    
Short-term debt $ 488 $ 1,733
Effective Rate 6.66% 4.45%
Commercial paper    
Short-term Debt [Line Items]    
Short-term debt $ 10,853 $ 0
Effective Rate 5.43% 0.00%
v3.24.2.u1
Borrowings - Additional Information (Details)
12 Months Ended
Feb. 02, 2024
USD ($)
Jul. 27, 2024
USD ($)
Feb. 29, 2024
USD ($)
Jul. 29, 2023
USD ($)
Debt Instrument [Line Items]        
Amount     $ 13,500,000,000  
Derivative notional amount   $ 8,919,000,000   $ 7,711,000,000
Borrowings on the funds   0    
Revolving Credit Facility | Unsecured Debt        
Debt Instrument [Line Items]        
Credit facility term 5 years      
Maximum borrowing capacity $ 5,000,000,000      
Covenant, interest rate coverage ratio, minimum 3.0      
Interest Rate Swap | Fair value hedges | Derivatives designated as hedging instruments:        
Debt Instrument [Line Items]        
Derivative notional amount   500,000,000    
Commercial paper        
Debt Instrument [Line Items]        
Commercial paper, maximum borrowing limit (up to)   $ 15,000,000,000.0    
v3.24.2.u1
Borrowings - Schedule of Long-Term Debt (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Jul. 27, 2024
Feb. 29, 2024
Jul. 29, 2023
Debt Instrument [Line Items]      
Amount   $ 13,500  
Other long-term debt $ 3   $ 0
Total 20,253   8,500
Unaccreted discount/issuance costs (133)   (68)
Hedge accounting fair value adjustments (11)   (41)
Total 20,109   8,391
Short-term debt 488   1,733
Long-term debt $ 19,621   6,658
Fixed Rate Notes, 2.20%, Due September 20, 2023      
Debt Instrument [Line Items]      
Interest rate, stated percentage 2.20%    
Amount $ 0   $ 750
Effective Rate 0.00%   2.27%
Fixed-Rate Notes,3.625%, Due March 4, 2024      
Debt Instrument [Line Items]      
Interest rate, stated percentage 3.625%    
Amount $ 0   $ 1,000
Effective Rate 0.00%   6.08%
Fixed-Rate Notes,3.50%, Due June 15, 2025      
Debt Instrument [Line Items]      
Interest rate, stated percentage 3.50%    
Amount $ 500   $ 500
Effective Rate 6.66%   6.38%
Fixed-Rate Notes 4.90%, Due February 2026      
Debt Instrument [Line Items]      
Interest rate, stated percentage 4.90%    
Amount $ 1,000   $ 0
Effective Rate 5.00%   0.00%
Fixed-Rate Notes,2.95%, Due February 28, 2026      
Debt Instrument [Line Items]      
Interest rate, stated percentage 2.95%    
Amount $ 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%    
Amount $ 1,500   $ 1,500
Effective Rate 2.55%   2.55%
Fixed Rate Notes 4.80%, Due February 2027      
Debt Instrument [Line Items]      
Interest rate, stated percentage 4.80%    
Amount $ 2,000   $ 0
Effective Rate 4.90%   0.00%
Fixed Rate Notes 4.85%, Due February 2029      
Debt Instrument [Line Items]      
Interest rate, stated percentage 4.85%    
Amount $ 2,500   $ 0
Effective Rate 4.91%   0.00%
Fixed Rate Notes 4.95%, Due February 2031      
Debt Instrument [Line Items]      
Interest rate, stated percentage 4.95%    
Amount $ 2,500   $ 0
Effective Rate 5.04%   0.00%
Fixed Rate Notes 5.05%, Due February 2034      
Debt Instrument [Line Items]      
Interest rate, stated percentage 5.05%    
Amount $ 2,500   $ 0
Effective Rate 4.97%   0.00%
Fixed-Rate Notes, 5.90%, Due February 15, 2039      
Debt Instrument [Line Items]      
Interest rate, stated percentage 5.90%    
Amount $ 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%    
Amount $ 2,000   $ 2,000
Effective Rate 5.67%   5.67%
Fixed-Rate Notes 5.30%, Due February 2054      
Debt Instrument [Line Items]      
Interest rate, stated percentage 5.30%    
Amount $ 2,000   $ 0
Effective Rate 5.28%   0.00%
Fixed-Rate Notes 5.35%, Due February 2064      
Debt Instrument [Line Items]      
Interest rate, stated percentage 5.35%    
Amount $ 1,000   $ 0
Effective Rate 5.42%   0.00%
Other long-term debt      
Debt Instrument [Line Items]      
Effective Rate 1.13%   0.00%
v3.24.2.u1
Borrowings - Schedule of Future Principal Payments for Long-Term Debt (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Jul. 27, 2024
Jul. 29, 2023
Debt Disclosure [Abstract]    
2025 $ 500  
2026 1,751  
2027 3,502  
2028 0  
2029 2,500  
Thereafter 12,000  
Total $ 20,253 $ 8,500
v3.24.2.u1
Derivative Instruments - Derivatives Recorded at Fair Value (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Jul. 27, 2024
Jul. 29, 2023
Derivative [Line Items]    
DERIVATIVE ASSETS $ 64 $ 32
DERIVATIVE LIABILITIES 74 75
Derivatives designated as hedging instruments:    
Derivative [Line Items]    
DERIVATIVE ASSETS 62 31
DERIVATIVE LIABILITIES 12 41
Derivatives designated as hedging instruments: | Foreign currency derivatives | Other current assets    
Derivative [Line Items]    
DERIVATIVE ASSETS 47 22
Derivatives designated as hedging instruments: | Foreign currency derivatives | Other assets    
Derivative [Line Items]    
DERIVATIVE ASSETS 15 9
Derivatives designated as hedging instruments: | Foreign currency derivatives | Other current liabilities    
Derivative [Line Items]    
DERIVATIVE LIABILITIES 1 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 11 17
Derivatives designated as hedging instruments: | Interest rate derivatives | Other long-term liabilities    
Derivative [Line Items]    
DERIVATIVE LIABILITIES 0 24
Derivatives not designated as hedging instruments:    
Derivative [Line Items]    
DERIVATIVE ASSETS 2 1
DERIVATIVE LIABILITIES 62 34
Derivatives not designated as hedging instruments: | Foreign currency derivatives | Other current assets    
Derivative [Line Items]    
DERIVATIVE ASSETS 2 1
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 47 25
Derivatives not designated as hedging instruments: | Foreign currency derivatives | Other long-term liabilities    
Derivative [Line Items]    
DERIVATIVE LIABILITIES $ 15 $ 9
v3.24.2.u1
Derivative Instruments - Cumulative Basis Adjustments for Fair Value Hedges (Details) - Derivatives designated as hedging instruments - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Jul. 27, 2024
Jul. 29, 2023
Short-term debt    
Derivative [Line Items]    
CARRYING AMOUNT OF THE HEDGED ASSETS/(LIABILITIES) $ (488) $ (983)
CUMULATIVE AMOUNT OF FAIR VALUE HEDGING ADJUSTMENT INCLUDED IN THE CARRYING AMOUNT OF THE HEDGED ASSETS/LIABILITIES 11 17
Long-term debt    
Derivative [Line Items]    
CARRYING AMOUNT OF THE HEDGED ASSETS/(LIABILITIES) 0 (476)
CUMULATIVE AMOUNT OF FAIR VALUE HEDGING ADJUSTMENT INCLUDED IN THE CARRYING AMOUNT OF THE HEDGED ASSETS/LIABILITIES $ 0 $ 24
v3.24.2.u1
Derivative Instruments - Effect of Derivative Instruments Designated as Fair Value Hedges (Details) - Interest rate derivatives - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Jul. 27, 2024
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Derivative [Line Items]      
Hedged items $ (30) $ 31 $ 116
Derivatives designated as hedging instruments 30 (31) (118)
Total $ 0 $ 0 $ (2)
Derivative, Gain (Loss), Statement of Income or Comprehensive Income [Extensible Enumeration] Nonoperating Income (Expense) Nonoperating Income (Expense) Nonoperating Income (Expense)
v3.24.2.u1
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. 27, 2024
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]      
GAINS (LOSSES) FOR  THE YEARS ENDED $ (69) $ 72 $ (320)
Foreign currency derivatives      
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]      
GAINS (LOSSES) FOR  THE YEARS ENDED $ (162) $ 1 $ (237)
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 $ 91 $ 58 $ (92)
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 $ 2 $ 13 $ 9
Derivative, Gain (Loss), Statement of Income or Comprehensive Income [Extensible Enumeration] Other income (loss), net Other income (loss), net Other income (loss), net
v3.24.2.u1
Derivative Instruments - Schedule of Notional Amounts of Derivatives Outstanding (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Jul. 27, 2024
Jul. 29, 2023
Derivative [Line Items]    
Derivative notional amount $ 8,919 $ 7,711
Foreign currency derivatives    
Derivative [Line Items]    
Derivative notional amount 7,434 5,419
Interest rate derivatives    
Derivative [Line Items]    
Derivative notional amount 500 1,500
Total return swaps—deferred compensation    
Derivative [Line Items]    
Derivative notional amount $ 985 $ 792
v3.24.2.u1
Derivative Instruments - Additional Information (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Jul. 27, 2024
Jul. 29, 2023
Derivative [Line Items]    
Cash collateral provided $ 11 $ 40
Cash flow hedges    
Derivative [Line Items]    
Derivative average remaining maturity 24 months  
Net investment hedges    
Derivative [Line Items]    
Derivative average remaining maturity 6 months  
v3.24.2.u1
Commitments and Contingencies - Schedule of Purchase Commitments (Details) - Inventory - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Jul. 27, 2024
Jul. 29, 2023
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation [Line Items]    
Less than 1 year $ 3,952 $ 5,270
1 to 3 years 1,085 1,783
3 to 5 years 121 200
Total $ 5,158 $ 7,253
v3.24.2.u1
Commitments and Contingencies - Additional Information (Details)
$ in Millions
8 Months Ended 12 Months Ended 23 Months Ended 36 Months Ended 84 Months Ended
Jun. 12, 2019
patent
Feb. 13, 2018
patent
Aug. 08, 2016
patent
May 24, 2022
claim
Jul. 27, 2024
USD ($)
bench_trial
patent
Jul. 29, 2023
USD ($)
Jul. 30, 2022
USD ($)
Feb. 28, 2022
claim
patent
Dec. 31, 2023
patent
Jul. 29, 2023
USD ($)
patent
Loss Contingencies [Line Items]                    
Commitments and contingencies (Note 14) | $              
Volume of channel partner financing | $         27,100 32,100 $ 27,900      
Balance of the channel partner financing subject to guarantees | $         $ 1,200 1,700       $ 1,700
Centripetal | United States | Pending Litigation | Patent Infringement                    
Loss Contingencies [Line Items]                    
Number of allegedly infringed patents (patent) | patent   11                
Number of bench trials | bench_trial         2          
Number of patents invalidated with expected appeal | patent         1          
Number of patents found not infringed (patent) | patent                 3  
Number of patents found invalid | patent                 1  
Centripetal | German | Pending Litigation | Patent Infringement                    
Loss Contingencies [Line Items]                    
Number of allegedly infringed patents (patent) | patent               5    
Centripetal | German | Pending Litigation | Utility Model Infringement                    
Loss Contingencies [Line Items]                    
Claims filed | claim               1    
Ramot | Pending Litigation | Patent Infringement                    
Loss Contingencies [Line Items]                    
Number of allegedly infringed patents (patent) | patent 3                  
Claims filed | claim       2            
Egenera, Inc. | Pending Litigation | Patent Infringement                    
Loss Contingencies [Line Items]                    
Number of allegedly infringed patents (patent) | patent     3              
Number of patents found not infringed (patent) | patent                   2
Brazilian Tax Authority | Tax years 2003 through 2007                    
Loss Contingencies [Line Items]                    
Income tax examination, tax | $         $ 143          
Income tax examination, interest | $         830          
Income tax examination, penalties | $         $ 325          
Minimum                    
Loss Contingencies [Line Items]                    
Warranty period for products         90 days          
Channel partners revolving short-term financing payment term         60 days          
Maximum                    
Loss Contingencies [Line Items]                    
Warranty period for products         5 years          
Channel partners revolving short-term financing payment term         90 days          
Investments In Privately Held Companies [Member]                    
Loss Contingencies [Line Items]                    
Commitments and contingencies (Note 14) | $         $ 200 300       $ 300
Inventory                    
Loss Contingencies [Line Items]                    
Liability for purchase commitments | $         $ 498 $ 529       $ 529
v3.24.2.u1
Commitments and Contingencies - Schedule of Product Warranty Liability (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Jul. 27, 2024
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Movement in Standard and Extended Product Warranty Accrual, Increase (Decrease) [Roll Forward]      
Balance at beginning of fiscal year $ 329 $ 333 $ 336
Provisions for warranties issued 425 386 415
Adjustments for pre-existing warranties 22 18 3
Settlements (414) (408) (421)
Balance at end of fiscal year $ 362 $ 329 $ 333
v3.24.2.u1
Commitments and Contingencies - Schedule of Financing Guarantees Outstanding (Details) - Channel partner - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Jul. 27, 2024
Jul. 29, 2023
Guarantor Obligations [Line Items]    
Maximum potential future payments $ 127 $ 159
Deferred revenue (13) (34)
Total $ 114 $ 125
v3.24.2.u1
Stockholders' Equity - Additional Information (Details) - USD ($)
$ / shares in Units, $ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Aug. 14, 2024
Jul. 27, 2024
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Class of Stock [Line Items]        
Remaining authorized repurchase amount   $ 5,200    
Cash dividends declared, per common share (in dollars per share)   $ 1.58 $ 1.54 $ 1.50
Subsequent event        
Class of Stock [Line Items]        
Cash dividends declared, per common share (in dollars per share) $ 0.40      
Stock repurchase program        
Class of Stock [Line Items]        
Stock repurchases pending settlement   $ 25 $ 48 $ 70
v3.24.2.u1
Stockholders' Equity - Stock Repurchase Program (Details) - USD ($)
$ / shares in Units, shares in Millions, $ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Jul. 27, 2024
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Stockholders' Equity Note [Abstract]      
Shares (in shares) 117 88 146
Weighted-Average Price per Share (in dollars per share) $ 49.45 $ 48.49 $ 52.82
Amount $ 5,764 $ 4,271 $ 7,734
v3.24.2.u1
Employee Benefit Plans - Employee Stock Incentive Plans (Details)
12 Months Ended
Jul. 27, 2024
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
Vesting period 3 years
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) 156,000,000
v3.24.2.u1
Employee Benefit Plans - Employee Stock Purchase Plan (Details) - Employee stock purchase plan
shares in Millions
12 Months Ended
Jul. 27, 2024
period
shares
Jul. 29, 2023
shares
Jul. 30, 2022
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) 20 19 18
Shares reserved for issuance (in shares) 68    
v3.24.2.u1
Employee Benefit Plans - Summary of Share-Based Compensation Expense (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Jul. 27, 2024
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]      
Total share-based compensation expense $ 3,074 $ 2,353 $ 1,886
Income tax benefit for share-based compensation 696 449 457
Cost of sales      
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]      
Total share-based compensation expense 514 396 311
Research and development      
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]      
Total share-based compensation expense 1,316 1,008 790
Sales and marketing      
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]      
Total share-based compensation expense 846 673 572
General and administrative      
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]      
Total share-based compensation expense 375 270 212
Restructuring and other charges      
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]      
Total share-based compensation expense 23 6 1
Share-based compensation expense in operating expenses      
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]      
Total share-based compensation expense 2,560 1,957 1,575
Product | Cost of sales      
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]      
Total share-based compensation expense 214 151 112
Services | Cost of sales      
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]      
Total share-based compensation expense $ 300 $ 245 $ 199
v3.24.2.u1
Employee Benefit Plans - Additional Information - Summary of Share-Based Compensation Expense (Details)
$ in Billions
12 Months Ended
Jul. 27, 2024
USD ($)
Retirement Benefits [Abstract]  
Total compensation cost related to unvested share-based awards $ 4.6
Expected period of recognition of compensation cost, years 1 year 9 months 18 days
v3.24.2.u1
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. 27, 2024
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Restricted Stock/ Stock Units      
Unvested, Beginning balance (in shares) 122 97 94
Granted and assumed (in shares) 63 72 52
Vested (in shares) (58) (39) (37)
Canceled/forfeited/other (in shares) (10) (8) (12)
Unvested, Ending balance (in shares) 117 122 97
Weighted-Average Grant Date Fair Value per Share      
Unvested, Beginning balance (in dollars per share) $ 44.04 $ 46.67 $ 42.93
Granted and assumed (in dollars per share) 48.97 42.08 50.06
Vested (in dollars per share) 43.46 46.69 42.27
Canceled/forfeited/other (in dollars per share) 45.65 45.17 45.63
Unvested, Ending balance (in dollars per share) $ 46.86 $ 44.04 $ 46.67
Aggregate Fair  Value      
Vested $ 2,906 $ 1,746 $ 1,979
v3.24.2.u1
Employee Benefit Plans - Valuation of Employee Share-Based Awards - Time-Based Restricted Stock Units (Details) - $ / shares
shares in Millions
12 Months Ended
Jul. 27, 2024
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
RESTRICTED STOCK UNITS      
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]      
Number of shares granted (in shares) 60 70 50
Grant date fair value per share (in dollars per share) $ 48.71 $ 42.13 $ 49.68
Expected dividend 3.00% 3.40% 2.90%
Range of risk-free interest rates, minimum 4.20% 3.70% 0.00%
Range of risk-free interest rates, maximum 5.60% 5.70% 3.00%
PERFORMANCE BASED RESTRICTED STOCK UNITS      
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]      
Number of shares granted (in shares) 3 2 2
Grant date fair value per share (in dollars per share) $ 59.31 $ 40.44 $ 59.64
Expected dividend     0.40%
Range of risk-free interest rates, minimum     0.00%
Range of risk-free interest rates, maximum     0.70%
v3.24.2.u1
Employee Benefit Plans - Valuation of Employee Share-Based Awards - Employee Stock Purchase Rights (Details) - Employee Stock Purchase Rights - $ / shares
12 Months Ended
Jul. 27, 2024
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]      
Expected volatility 28.30% 28.70% 27.90%
Risk-free interest rate 2.90% 2.80% 0.10%
Expected dividend 3.50% 3.60% 3.20%
Expected life (in years) 1 year 2 months 12 days 1 year 2 months 12 days 1 year 2 months 12 days
Weighted-average estimated grant date fair value per share (in dollars per share) $ 11.59 $ 12.40 $ 12.90
v3.24.2.u1
Employee Benefit Plans - Additional Information - Employee 401(k) Plans and Deferred Compensation Plans (Details) - USD ($)
12 Months Ended
Jul. 27, 2024
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
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 $ 1,100,000,000 $ 910,000,000  
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 $ 15,525    
Total matching contribution by the Company for the period $ 358,000,000 342,000,000 $ 306,000,000
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
v3.24.2.u1
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) - AOCI Components (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Jul. 27, 2024
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax [Roll Forward]      
Balance, beginning of period $ 44,353 $ 39,773 $ 41,275
Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications 206 32 (1,291)
(Gains) losses reclassified out of AOCI 16 (43) (36)
Tax benefit (expense) (77) 58 122
Balance, end of period 45,457 44,353 39,773
Net Unrealized Gains (Losses) on Available-for-Sale Investments      
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax [Roll Forward]      
Balance, beginning of period (440) (379) 182
Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications 193 (113) (731)
(Gains) losses reclassified out of AOCI 67 21 (9)
Tax benefit (expense) (61) 31 179
Balance, end of period (241) (440) (379)
Net Unrealized Gains (Losses) Cash Flow Hedging Instruments      
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax [Roll Forward]      
Balance, beginning of period 18 44 (1)
Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications 128 29 87
(Gains) losses reclassified out of AOCI (49) (63) (29)
Tax benefit (expense) (18) 8 (13)
Balance, end of period 79 18 44
Cumulative Translation Adjustment and Actuarial Gains (Losses)      
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax [Roll Forward]      
Balance, beginning of period (1,153) (1,287) (598)
Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications (115) 116 (647)
(Gains) losses reclassified out of AOCI (2) (1) 2
Tax benefit (expense) 2 19 (44)
Balance, end of period (1,268) (1,153) (1,287)
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss      
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax [Roll Forward]      
Balance, beginning of period (1,575) (1,622) (417)
Balance, end of period $ (1,430) $ (1,575) $ (1,622)
v3.24.2.u1
Income Taxes - Provision for Income Taxes (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Jul. 27, 2024
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Federal:      
Current $ 1,939 $ 3,754 $ 2,203
Deferred (883) (1,955) (176)
Total 1,056 1,799 2,027
State:      
Current 388 623 458
Deferred 11 (175) (156)
Total 399 448 302
Foreign:      
Current 559 412 313
Deferred (100) 46 23
Total 459 458 336
Total $ 1,914 $ 2,705 $ 2,665
v3.24.2.u1
Income Taxes - Income Before Provision for Income Taxes (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Jul. 27, 2024
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]      
United States $ 10,790 $ 14,074 $ 13,550
International 1,444 1,244 927
INCOME BEFORE PROVISION FOR INCOME TAXES $ 12,234 $ 15,318 $ 14,477
v3.24.2.u1
Income Taxes - Difference Between Income Taxes at Federal Statutory Rate and Provision for Income Taxes (Details)
12 Months Ended
Jul. 27, 2024
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]      
Federal statutory rate 21.00% 21.00% 21.00%
State taxes, net of federal tax benefit 2.80% 2.40% 1.70%
Foreign income at other than U.S. rates (0.30%) (0.10%) 0.80%
Tax credits (2.40%) (0.30%) (1.60%)
Foreign-derived intangible income deduction (5.50%) (5.80%) (3.90%)
Stock-based compensation 0.70% 1.10% 0.30%
Other, net (0.70%) (0.60%) 0.10%
Total 15.60% 17.70% 18.40%
v3.24.2.u1
Income Taxes - Additional Information (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Jul. 27, 2024
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Operating Loss Carryforwards [Line Items]      
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 53 $ 1,063 $ 69
Unrecognized tax benefits that would affect the effective tax rate if realized 1,500    
Net interest expense recognized on unrecognized tax benefits 21 27 33
Accrual for interest and penalties 401 523 $ 486
Unrecognized tax benefit that could be reduced in next 12 months 100    
Tax credit carryforward, valuation allowance 878    
Settled Litigation | Internal Revenue Service (IRS)      
Operating Loss Carryforwards [Line Items]      
Net benefit 55 145  
Decrease in interest expense 18 53  
Gross reduction in unrecognized tax benefits 245 $ 1,100  
Domestic Tax Jurisdiction      
Operating Loss Carryforwards [Line Items]      
Operating loss carryforwards 1,400    
Tax credit carryforward 309    
State and Local Jurisdiction      
Operating Loss Carryforwards [Line Items]      
Operating loss carryforwards 1,900    
Operating loss carryforwards, valuation allowance 10    
Tax credit carryforward 1,900    
Foreign Tax Jurisdiction      
Operating Loss Carryforwards [Line Items]      
Operating loss carryforwards 531    
Operating loss carryforwards, valuation allowance 86    
Tax credit carryforward $ 11    
v3.24.2.u1
Income Taxes - Aggregate Changes in Gross Unrecognized Tax Benefits (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Jul. 27, 2024
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Unrecognized Tax Benefits [Roll Forward]      
Beginning balance $ 2,137 $ 3,101 $ 3,106
Additions based on tax positions related to the current year 205 159 157
Additions for tax positions of prior years 256 261 74
Reductions for tax positions of prior years (344) (265) (81)
Settlements (53) (1,063) (69)
Lapse of statute of limitations (45) (56) (86)
Ending balance $ 2,156 $ 2,137 $ 3,101
v3.24.2.u1
Income Taxes - Breakdown Between Current and Noncurrent Net Deferred Tax Assets (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Jul. 27, 2024
Jul. 29, 2023
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]    
Deferred tax assets $ 6,262 $ 6,576
Deferred tax liabilities (76) (62)
Total net deferred tax assets $ 6,186 $ 6,514
v3.24.2.u1
Income Taxes - Components of Deferred Tax Assets and Liabilities (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Jul. 27, 2024
Jul. 29, 2023
ASSETS    
Allowance for accounts receivable and returns $ 94 $ 81
Sales-type and direct-financing leases 23 22
Inventory write-downs and capitalization 530 452
Deferred foreign income 277 218
IPR&D and purchased intangible assets 1,039 1,082
Depreciation 184 16
Deferred revenue 2,034 1,801
Credits and net operating loss carryforwards 1,863 1,218
Share-based compensation expense 297 198
Accrued compensation 275 328
Lease liabilities 308 246
Capitalized research expenditures 3,030 2,042
Other 442 484
Gross deferred tax assets 10,396 8,188
Valuation allowance (1,024) (754)
Total deferred tax assets 9,372 7,434
LIABILITIES    
Goodwill and purchased intangible assets (2,808) (602)
ROU lease assets (259) (234)
Other (119) (84)
Total deferred tax liabilities (3,186) (920)
Total net deferred tax assets $ 6,186 $ 6,514
v3.24.2.u1
Income Taxes - Change in Valuation Allowance for Deferred Tax Assets (Details) - Deferred tax asset valuation allowance - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Jul. 27, 2024
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
SEC Schedule, 12-09, Movement in Valuation Allowances and Reserves [Roll Forward]      
Balance at beginning of fiscal year $ 754 $ 834 $ 771
Additions 148 35 84
Additions from Splunk 147 0 0
Deductions (4) (18) (10)
Write-offs (20) (93) (12)
Foreign exchange and other (1) (4) 1
Balance at end of fiscal year $ 1,024 $ 754 $ 834
v3.24.2.u1
Segment Information and Major Customers - Additional Information (Details)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Jul. 27, 2024
USD ($)
segment
Jul. 29, 2023
USD ($)
Jul. 30, 2022
USD ($)
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]      
Number of geographic segments | segment 3    
Number of operating segments | segment 3    
Revenue | $ $ 53,803 $ 56,998 $ 51,557
United States      
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]      
Revenue | $ $ 28,700 $ 29,900 $ 26,700
v3.24.2.u1
Segment Information and Major Customers - Summary of Reportable Segments (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Jul. 27, 2024
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]      
Total revenue $ 53,803 $ 56,998 $ 51,557
Gross margin 34,828 35,753 32,248
Operating Segments      
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]      
Gross margin 36,312 36,788 33,326
Operating Segments | Americas      
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]      
Total revenue 31,971 33,447 29,814
Gross margin 21,372 21,350 19,117
Operating Segments | EMEA      
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]      
Total revenue 14,117 15,135 13,715
Gross margin 9,755 10,016 8,969
Operating Segments | APJC      
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]      
Total revenue 7,716 8,417 8,027
Gross margin 5,187 5,424 5,241
Unallocated corporate items      
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]      
Gross margin $ (1,484) $ (1,035) $ (1,078)
v3.24.2.u1
Segment Information and Major Customers - Summary of Net Revenue for Groups of Similar Products and Services (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Jul. 27, 2024
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Segment Reporting, Revenue Reconciling Item [Line Items]      
Total revenue $ 53,803 $ 56,998 $ 51,557
Product      
Segment Reporting, Revenue Reconciling Item [Line Items]      
Total revenue 39,253 43,142 38,018
Networking      
Segment Reporting, Revenue Reconciling Item [Line Items]      
Total revenue 29,229 34,570 29,265
Security      
Segment Reporting, Revenue Reconciling Item [Line Items]      
Total revenue 5,075 3,859 3,699
Collaboration      
Segment Reporting, Revenue Reconciling Item [Line Items]      
Total revenue 4,113 4,052 4,472
Observability      
Segment Reporting, Revenue Reconciling Item [Line Items]      
Total revenue 837 661 581
Services      
Segment Reporting, Revenue Reconciling Item [Line Items]      
Total revenue $ 14,550 $ 13,856 $ 13,539
v3.24.2.u1
Segment Information and Major Customers - Long-lived Assets by Geographic Areas (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Jul. 27, 2024
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Revenues from External Customers and Long-Lived Assets [Line Items]      
Long-lived assets $ 3,156 $ 3,056 $ 3,001
United States      
Revenues from External Customers and Long-Lived Assets [Line Items]      
Long-lived assets 2,253 2,113 2,004
International      
Revenues from External Customers and Long-Lived Assets [Line Items]      
Long-lived assets $ 903 $ 943 $ 997
v3.24.2.u1
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. 27, 2024
Jul. 29, 2023
Jul. 30, 2022
Earnings Per Share [Abstract]      
Net income $ 10,320 $ 12,613 $ 11,812
Weighted-average shares—basic (In shares) 4,043 4,093 4,170
Effect of dilutive potential common shares (in shares) 19 12 22
Weighted-average shares—diluted (in shares) 4,062 4,105 4,192
Net income per share—basic (in dollars per share) $ 2.55 $ 3.08 $ 2.83
Net income per share—diluted (in dollars per share) $ 2.54 $ 3.07 $ 2.82
Antidilutive employee share-based awards, excluded (in shares) 82 86 70