FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS OF FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS - Narrative (Details) $ in Millions	Jan. 30, 2021 USD ($)
Fair Value Disclosures [Abstract]
Effect of one percent increase on fair value of interest rate fair value hedging instruments	$ 40.6
Effect of one percent decrease on fair value of interest rate fair value hedging instruments	$ 42.2

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

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