Supplier Financing Programs - Changes in the Company's supplier obligations (Detail) $ in Thousands	12 Months Ended
Aug. 29, 2026 USD ($)
Supplier Financing Programs
Confirmed obligations outstanding at the beginning of the year	$ 5,698,960
Supplier Finance Program, Obligation, Statement of Financial Position [Extensible Enumeration]	Accounts Payable, Current, Other Liabilities, Noncurrent
Obligations confirmed during the year	$ 5,501,289
Confirmed obligations paid during the year	(5,421,740)
Confirmed obligations outstanding at the end of the year	$ 5,778,509
Supplier Finance Program, Obligation, Statement of Financial Position [Extensible Enumeration]	Accounts Payable, Current, Other Liabilities, Noncurrent

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