Summary of Significant Accounting Policies - Narrative (Details) $ in Millions	6 Months Ended
Aug. 03, 2024 USD ($)	Mar. 21, 2024 member
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Number of independent Board of Directors members on Investment Committee \| member		2
Europe \| Disposal Group, Held-for-sale, Not Discontinued Operations
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Remaining total net carrying value of properties held for sale	$ 2.1
Impairment charges for assets held for sale	$ 0.0

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