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BASIS OF PRESENTATION AND SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES - Narrative (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
 3 Months Ended
Jul. 31, 2026
Apr. 30, 2026
Jul. 31, 2026
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Noncontrolling interest in consolidated subsidiaries $ 260,244 $ 270,240 $ 260,244
Restricted cash 13,700 19,800 13,700
Location, Statement of Financial Position, Balance [Axis]: us-gaap:OtherAssetsNoncurrent      
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Restricted cash 2,300 2,400 2,300
Location, Statement of Financial Position, Balance [Axis]: us-gaap:PrepaidExpenseAndOtherAssetsCurrent      
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Restricted cash 11,400 17,400 $ 11,400
Barnes & Noble Education, Inc.      
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Revenue, description of payment terms     payment terms are generally 30 days and do not extend beyond one year.
LIFO adjustment $ 6,400 $ 6,400