Borrowings and Credit Facilities (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Jan. 25, 2013	Oct. 26, 2012
Direct borrowings and capital lease obligations
Carrying amount	$ 1,354,924	$ 1,371,941
Less: Amounts due within one year	(60,724)	(65,316)
Long-term debt	1,294,200	1,306,625
Term Loan due 2016 [Member]
Direct borrowings and capital lease obligations
Carrying amount	450,000	462,500
6.0% Senior Notes due 2016 [Member]
Direct borrowings and capital lease obligations
Carrying amount	248,452	248,360
6.625% Senior Notes due 2036 [Member]
Direct borrowings and capital lease obligations
Carrying amount	148,472	148,466
5.125% Senior Notes due 2021 [Member]
Direct borrowings and capital lease obligations
Carrying amount	496,174	496,088
Other secured borrowings
Direct borrowings and capital lease obligations
Carrying amount	1,533	1,637
Capital leases
Direct borrowings and capital lease obligations
Carrying amount	37	41
Short-term notes payable
Direct borrowings and capital lease obligations
Carrying amount	$ 10,256	$ 14,849