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- Narrative (Details) $ in Millions | 3 Months Ended
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May 02, 2020 USD ($)
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items] |
Tangible asset impairment, COVID-19 | $ 80
Goodwill impairment, COVID-19 | 3,070
Macy's Reporting Unit |
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items] |
Goodwill impairment, COVID-19 | 2,972
Bluemercury Reporting Unit |
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items] |
Goodwill impairment, COVID-19 | $ 98

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