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DEBT - Summary of outstanding borrowing (Details) - Barnes & Noble Education, Inc. - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
9 Months Ended
Jan. 31, 2026
Apr. 30, 2025
Balance sheet classification:    
Long-term borrowings $ 138,400 $ 103,098
Credit Facility    
DEBT    
Debt instrument, maturity date Jun. 09, 2028  
Balance sheet classification:    
Total debt $ 138,400 $ 103,098