FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS OF FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS - Narrative (Details) $ in Millions	Oct. 31, 2020 USD ($)
Fair Value Disclosures [Abstract]
Effect of one percent increase on fair value of interest rate fair value hedging instruments	$ 44.3
Effect of one percent decrease on fair value of interest rate fair value hedging instruments	$ 46.1

Effect of One Percent Increase on Fair Value of Interest Rate Fair Value Hedging Instruments

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