Brown-Forman (BF-B) 10-Q 3 Dec 14 2015 Q2 Quarterly report Financial data

Document_and_Entity_Informatio

Document and Entity Information	6 Months Ended
	Oct. 31, 2014	Nov. 30, 2014	Nov. 30, 2014
		Common stock, Class A, voting [Member]	Common stock, Class B, nonvoting [Member]
Document Information [Line Items]	'	'	'
Entity Registrant Name	'BROWN FORMAN CORP	'	'
Entity Central Index Key	'0000014693	'	'
Document Type	'10-Q	'	'
Document Period End Date	31-Oct-14	'	'
Amendment Flag	'false	'	'
Document Fiscal Year Focus	'2015	'	'
Document Fiscal Period Focus	'Q2	'	'
Current Fiscal Year End Date	'--04-30	'	'
Entity Filer Category	'Large Accelerated Filer	'	'
Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding	'	84,505,212	126,920,334

Condensed_Consolidated_Stateme

Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations (Unaudited) (USD $)	3 Months Ended		6 Months Ended
In Millions, except Per Share data, unless otherwise specified	Oct. 31, 2014	Oct. 31, 2013	Oct. 31, 2014	Oct. 31, 2013
Income Statement [Abstract]	'	'	'	'
Net sales	$1,135	$1,079	$2,056	$1,975
Excise taxes	258	246	474	455
Cost of sales	268	257	478	467
Gross profit	609	576	1,104	1,053
Advertising expenses	123	111	223	214
Selling, general, and administrative expenses	178	162	348	318
Other expense (income), net	5	-8	10	-7
Operating income	303	311	523	528
Interest income	0	1	1	1
Interest expense	7	7	14	13
Income before income taxes	296	305	510	516
Income taxes	88	99	152	167
Net income	$208	$206	$358	$349
Earnings per share:	'	'	'	'
Basic (dollars per share)	$0.98	$0.97	$1.68	$1.63
Diluted (dollars per share)	$0.97	$0.96	$1.67	$1.62
Cash dividends per common share:	'	'	'	'
Declared (dollars per share)	$0	$0	$0.58	$0.51
Paid (dollars per share)	$0.29	$0.26	$0.58	$0.51

Condensed_Consolidated_Stateme1

Condensed Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income (Unaudited) (USD $)	3 Months Ended		6 Months Ended
In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Oct. 31, 2014	Oct. 31, 2013	Oct. 31, 2014	Oct. 31, 2013
Statement of Comprehensive Income [Abstract]	'	'	'	'
Net income	$208	$206	$358	$349
Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax:	'	'	'	'
Currency translation adjustments	-30	7	-46	-5
Cash flow hedge adjustments	22	-10	27	-4
Postretirement benefits adjustments	12	14	16	19
Net other comprehensive income (loss)	4	11	-3	10
Comprehensive income	$212	$217	$355	$359

Condensed_Consolidated_Balance

Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets (Unaudited) (USD $)	Oct. 31, 2014	Apr. 30, 2014
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
Assets	'	'
Cash and cash equivalents	$235	$437
Accounts receivable, less allowance for doubtful accounts of $9 and $8 at April 30 and October 31, respectively	761	569
Inventories:	'	'
Barreled whiskey	530	504
Finished goods	232	187
Work in process	150	144
Raw materials and supplies	59	47
Total inventories	971	882
Current deferred tax assets	25	33
Other current assets	307	256
Total current assets	2,299	2,177
Property, plant, and equipment, net	556	526
Goodwill	614	620
Other intangible assets	651	677
Deferred tax assets	17	18
Other assets	106	85
Total assets	4,243	4,103
Liabilities	'	'
Accounts payable and accrued expenses	535	474
Accrued income taxes	12	71
Current deferred tax liabilities	7	8
Short-term borrowings	124	8
Total current liabilities	678	561
Long-term debt	998	997
Deferred tax liabilities	113	102
Accrued pension and other postretirement benefits	226	244
Other liabilities	153	167
Total liabilities	2,168	2,071
Commitments and contingencies	'	'
Stockholders' Equity	'	'
Additional paid-in capital	99	81
Retained earnings	3,114	2,894
Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax	-191	-188
Treasury stock, at cost (13,858,000 and 15,899,000 shares at April 30 and October 31, respectively)	-981	-789
Total stockholders' equity	2,075	2,032
Total liabilities and stockholders' equity	4,243	4,103
Common stock, Class A, voting [Member]	'	'
Stockholders' Equity	'	'
Common stock	13	13
Common stock, Class B, nonvoting [Member]	'	'
Stockholders' Equity	'	'
Common stock	$21	$21

Condensed_Consolidated_Balance1

Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets (Parenthetical) (Unaudited) (USD $)	Oct. 31, 2014	Apr. 30, 2014
In Millions, except Share data, unless otherwise specified
Allowance for doubtful accounts	$8	$9
Treasury stock, shares	15,899,000	13,858,000
Common stock, Class A, voting [Member]	'	'
Common stock, shares authorized	85,000,000	85,000,000
Common stock, shares issued	85,000,000	85,000,000
Common stock, Class B, nonvoting [Member]	'	'
Common stock, shares authorized	400,000,000	400,000,000
Common stock, shares issued	142,313,000	142,313,000

Condensed_Consolidated_Stateme2

Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows (Unaudited) (USD $)	6 Months Ended
In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Oct. 31, 2014	Oct. 31, 2013
Cash flows from operating activities:	'	'
Net income	$358	$349
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operations:	'	'
Depreciation and amortization	25	24
Stock-based compensation expense	6	6
Deferred income taxes	-18	-6
Changes in assets and liabilities	-301	-172
Cash provided by operating activities	70	201
Cash flows from investing activities:	'	'
Additions to property, plant, and equipment	-59	-60
Acquisition of brand names and trademarks	-3	0
Computer software expenditures	-1	0
Cash used for investing activities	-63	-60
Cash flows from financing activities:	'	'
Net increase in short-term borrowings	117	3
Repayment of long-term debt	0	-1
Net payments related to exercise of stock-based awards	-6	-6
Excess tax benefits from stock-based awards	17	9
Acquisition of treasury stock	-205	-49
Dividends paid	-124	-109
Cash used for financing activities	-201	-153
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents	-8	0
Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents	-202	-12
Cash and cash equivalents, beginning of period	437	204
Cash and cash equivalents, end of period	$235	$192

Condensed_Consolidated_Financi

Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements	6 Months Ended
	Oct. 31, 2014
Organization, Consolidation and Presentation of Financial Statements [Abstract]	'
Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements	'
	Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements
	We prepared the accompanying unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements pursuant to the rules and regulations of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission for interim financial information. In accordance with those rules and regulations, we condensed or omitted certain information and disclosures normally included in annual financial statements prepared in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). We suggest that you read these condensed financial statements together with the financial statements and footnotes included in our annual report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended April 30, 2014 (the 2014 Form 10-K). We prepared the accompanying financial statements on a basis that is substantially consistent with the accounting principles applied in our 2014 Form 10-K.
	In our opinion, the accompanying financial statements include all adjustments, consisting only of normal recurring adjustments, necessary for a fair statement of our financial results for the periods covered by this report.
	In May 2014, the Financial Accounting Standards Board issued new guidance on the recognition of revenue from contracts with customers. We are currently evaluating the potential impact on our financial statements of the new guidance, which will become effective for us beginning in fiscal 2018.

Inventories

Inventories	6 Months Ended
	Oct. 31, 2014
Inventory Disclosure [Abstract]	'
Inventories	'
	Inventories
	We use the last-in, first-out (LIFO) method to determine the cost of most of our inventories. If the LIFO method had not been used, inventories at current cost would have been $216 million higher than reported as of April 30, 2014, and $222 million higher than reported as of October 31, 2014. Changes in the LIFO valuation reserve for interim periods are based on a proportionate allocation of the estimated change for the entire fiscal year.

Income_Taxes

Income Taxes	6 Months Ended
	Oct. 31, 2014
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]	'
Income Taxes	'
	Income Taxes
	Our consolidated interim effective tax rate is based upon our expected annual operating income, statutory tax rates, and income tax laws in the various jurisdictions in which we operate. Significant or unusual items, including adjustments to accruals for tax uncertainties, are recognized in the quarter in which the related event occurs. The effective tax rate of 29.9% for the six months ended October 31, 2014, is based on an expected tax rate of 29.7% on ordinary income for the full fiscal year, as adjusted for the recognition of net tax expense related to discrete items arising during the period and interest on previously provided tax contingencies. Our expected tax rate includes current fiscal year additions for existing tax contingency items.

Earnings_Per_Share

Earnings Per Share	6 Months Ended
	Oct. 31, 2014
Earnings Per Share [Abstract]	'
Earnings Per Share	'
	Earnings Per Share
	We calculate basic earnings per share by dividing net income available to common stockholders by the weighted average number of common shares outstanding during the period. Diluted earnings per share further includes the dilutive effect of stock-based compensation awards, including stock options, stock-settled stock appreciation rights, restricted stock units, deferred stock units, and shares of restricted stock. We calculate that dilutive effect using the “treasury stock method” (as defined by GAAP).
	The following table presents information concerning basic and diluted earnings per share:
		Three Months Ended				Six Months Ended
		October 31,				October 31,
	(Dollars in millions, except per share amounts)	2013		2014		2013		2014
	Net income available to common stockholders	$	206	$	208	$	349	$	358
	Share data (in thousands):
	Basic average common shares outstanding	213,587		212,087		213,634		212,674
	Dilutive effect of stock-based awards	1,617		1,482		1,614		1,528
	Diluted average common shares outstanding	215,204		213,569		215,248		214,202
	Basic earnings per share	$	0.97	$	0.98	$	1.63	$	1.68
	Diluted earnings per share	$	0.96	$	0.97	$	1.62	$	1.67
	We excluded common stock-based awards for approximately 410,000 shares and 363,000 shares from the calculation of diluted earnings per share for the three months ended October 31, 2013 and 2014, respectively. We excluded common stock-based awards for approximately 412,000 shares and 365,000 shares from the calculation of diluted earnings per share for the six months ended October 31, 2013 and 2014, respectively. We excluded those awards because they were not dilutive for those periods under the treasury stock method.

Contingencies

Contingencies	6 Months Ended
	Oct. 31, 2014
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract]	'
Commitments and Contingencies	'
	Commitments and Contingencies
	We operate in a litigious environment, and we are sued in the normal course of business. Sometimes plaintiffs seek substantial damages. Significant judgment is required in predicting the outcome of these suits and claims, many of which take years to adjudicate. We accrue estimated costs for a contingency when we believe that a loss is probable and we can make a reasonable estimate of the loss, and then adjust the accrual as appropriate to reflect changes in facts and circumstances. We do not believe it is reasonably possible that these loss contingencies, individually or in the aggregate, would have a material adverse effect on our financial position, results of operations, or liquidity. No material accrued loss contingencies are recorded as of October 31, 2014.
	We have guaranteed the repayment by a third-party importer of its obligation under a bank credit facility that it uses in connection with its importation of our products in Russia. If the importer were to default on that obligation, which we believe is unlikely, our maximum possible exposure under the existing terms of the guaranty would be approximately $45 million (subject to changes in foreign currency exchange rates). Both the fair value and carrying amount of the guaranty are insignificant.
	As of October 31, 2014, our actual exposure under the guaranty of the importer's obligation is approximately $11 million. We also have accounts receivable from that importer of approximately $31 million at that date, which we expect to collect in full and according to agreed-upon terms.
	Based on the financial support we provide to it, we believe the importer meets the definition of a variable interest entity. However, because we do not control this entity, it is not included in our consolidated financial statements.

Pension_and_Other_Postretireme

Pension and Other Postretirement Benefits	6 Months Ended
	Oct. 31, 2014
Compensation and Retirement Disclosure [Abstract]	'
Pension and Other Postretirement Benefits	'
	Pension and Other Postretirement Benefits
	The following table shows the components of the pension and other postretirement benefit cost recognized for our U.S. benefit plans during the periods covered by this report. Information about similar international plans is not presented due to immateriality.
		Three Months Ended						Six Months Ended
		October 31,						October 31,
	(Dollars in millions)	2013			2014			2013			2014
	Pension Benefits:
	Service cost	$	5		$	5		$	11		$	11
	Interest cost	8			8			15			17
	Expected return on plan assets	(10		)	(10		)	(20		)	(21		)
	Amortization of:
	Prior service cost	—			—			—			1
	Net actuarial loss	8			6			16			11
	Net cost	$	11		$	9		$	22		$	19
	Other Postretirement Benefits:
	Service cost	$	—		$	—		$	1		$	1
	Interest cost	1			1			2			2
	Amortization of prior service cost	—			—			—			(1		)
	Net cost	$	1		$	1		$	3		$	2

Fair_Value_Measurements

Fair Value Measurements	6 Months Ended
	Oct. 31, 2014
Fair Value Disclosures [Abstract]	'
Fair Value Measurements	'
	Fair Value Measurements
	Fair value is defined as the exchange price that would be received for an asset or paid to transfer a liability in the principal or most advantageous market for the asset or liability in an orderly transaction between market participants at the measurement date. We categorize the fair values of assets and liabilities into three levels based upon the assumptions (inputs) used to determine those values. Level 1 provides the most reliable measure of fair value, while Level 3 generally requires significant management judgment. The three levels are:
	•	Level 1 – Quoted prices (unadjusted) in active markets for identical assets or liabilities.
	•	Level 2 – Observable inputs other than those included in Level 1, such as quoted prices for similar assets and liabilities in active markets; quoted prices for identical or similar assets and liabilities in markets that are not active; or other inputs that are observable or can be derived from or corroborated by observable market data.
	•	Level 3 – Unobservable inputs that are supported by little or no market activity.
	The following table summarizes the assets and liabilities measured or disclosed at fair value on a recurring basis:
	(Dollars in millions)		Level 1		Level 2		Level 3		Total
	April 30, 2014:
	Assets:
	Currency derivatives		$	—	$	7	$	—	$	7
	Liabilities:
	Currency derivatives		—		7		—		7
	Short-term borrowings		—		8		—		8
	Long-term debt		—		963		—		963
	October 31, 2014:
	Assets:
	Currency derivatives		—		51		—		51
	Liabilities:
	Short-term borrowings		—		124		—		124
	Long-term debt		—		975		—		975
	We determine the fair values of our currency derivatives (forwards and options) using standard valuation models. The significant inputs used in these models are readily available in public markets or can be derived from observable market transactions. Inputs used in these standard valuation models include the applicable exchange rate, forward rates and discount rates for the currency derivatives. The standard valuation model for foreign currency options also uses implied volatility as an additional input. The discount rates are based on the historical U.S. Treasury rates, and the implied volatility specific to individual foreign currency options is based on quoted rates from financial institutions.
	The fair value of short-term borrowings approximates the carrying amount. We determine the fair value of long-term debt primarily based on the prices at which similar debt has recently traded in the market and also considering the overall market conditions on the date of valuation.
	We measure some assets and liabilities at fair value on a nonrecurring basis. That is, we do not measure them at fair value on an ongoing basis, but we do adjust them to fair value in some circumstances (for example, when we determine that an asset is impaired). No material nonrecurring fair value measurements were required during the periods presented in these financial statements.

Fair_Value_of_Financial_Instru

Fair Value of Financial Instruments	6 Months Ended
	Oct. 31, 2014
Fair Value of Financial Instruments [Abstract]	'
Fair Value of Financial Instruments	'
	Fair Value of Financial Instruments
	The fair value of cash, cash equivalents, and short-term borrowings approximate the carrying amounts due to the short maturities of these instruments. We determine the fair value of derivative financial instruments and long-term debt as discussed in Note 7.
	Below is a comparison of the fair values and carrying amounts of these instruments:
		30-Apr-14				31-Oct-14
		Carrying		Fair		Carrying		Fair
	(Dollars in millions)	Amount		Value		Amount		Value
	Assets:
	Cash and cash equivalents	$	437	$	437	$	235	$	235
	Currency derivatives	7		7		51		51
	Liabilities:
	Currency derivatives	7		7		—		—
	Short-term borrowings	8		8		124		124
	Long-term debt	997		963		998		975

Derivative_Financial_Instrumen

Derivative Financial Instruments	6 Months Ended
	Oct. 31, 2014
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosure [Abstract]	'
Derivative Financial Instruments	'
	Derivative Financial Instruments
	Our multinational business exposes us to global market risks, including the effect of fluctuations in currency exchange rates, commodity prices, and interest rates. We use derivatives to help manage financial exposures that occur in the normal course of business. We formally document the purpose of each derivative contract, which includes linking the contract to the financial exposure it is designed to mitigate. We do not hold or issue derivatives for trading or speculative purposes.
	We use currency derivative contracts to limit our exposure to the currency exchange risk that we cannot mitigate internally by using netting strategies. We designate most of these contracts as cash flow hedges of forecasted transactions (expected to occur within three years). We record all changes in the fair value of cash flow hedges (except any ineffective portion) in accumulated other comprehensive income (AOCI) until the underlying hedged transaction occurs, at which time we reclassify that amount into earnings. We assess the effectiveness of these hedges based on changes in forward exchange rates. The ineffective portion of the changes in fair value of our hedges (recognized immediately in earnings) during the periods presented in this report was not material.
	We do not designate some of our currency derivatives as hedges because we use them to at least partially offset the immediate earnings impact of changes in foreign exchange rates on existing assets or liabilities. We immediately recognize the change in fair value of these contracts in earnings.
	We had outstanding currency derivatives, related primarily to our euro, British pound, Russian ruble, and Australian dollar exposures, with total notional amounts totaling $1,152 million at April 30, 2014 and $1,063 million at October 31, 2014.
	We use forward purchase contracts with suppliers to protect against corn price volatility. We expect to physically take delivery of the corn underlying each contract and use it for production over a reasonable period of time. Accordingly, we account for these contracts as normal purchases rather than derivative instruments.
	From time to time, we manage our interest rate risk with swap contracts. However, no such swaps were outstanding at
	April 30, 2014 or October 31, 2014.
	The following tables present the amounts affecting our consolidated statements of operations for the periods covered by this report:
			Three Months Ended
			October 31,
	(Dollars in millions)	Classification	2013				2014
	Currency derivatives designated as cash flow hedge:
	Net gain (loss) recognized in AOCI	n/a	$	(15	)		$	42
	Net gain (loss) reclassified from AOCI into income	Net sales	—				6
	Derivatives not designated as hedging instruments:
	Currency derivatives – net gain (loss) recognized in income	Net sales	(5		)		11
	Currency derivatives – net gain (loss) recognized in income	Other income	—				3
			Six Months Ended
			October 31,
	(Dollars in millions)	Classification	2013				2014
	Currency derivatives designated as cash flow hedge:
	Net gain (loss) recognized in AOCI	n/a	$	(5	)		$	47
	Net gain (loss) reclassified from AOCI into income	Net sales	1				4
	Derivatives not designated as hedging instruments:
	Currency derivatives – net gain (loss) recognized in income	Net sales	(1		)		8
	Currency derivatives – net gain (loss) recognized in income	Other income	2				(6		)
	We expect to reclassify $25 million of deferred net gains recorded in AOCI as of October 31, 2014, to earnings during the next 12 months. This reclassification would offset the anticipated earnings impact of the underlying hedged exposures. The actual amounts that we ultimately reclassify to earnings will depend on the exchange rates in effect when the underlying hedged transactions occur. The maximum term of our outstanding derivative contracts was 27 months at April 30, 2014 and 27 months at October 31, 2014.
	The following table presents the fair values of our derivative instruments as of April 30, 2014 and October 31, 2014.
	(Dollars in millions)	Classification		Fair value of derivatives in a gain position				Fair value of derivatives in a
								loss position
	April 30, 2014:
	Designated as cash flow hedges:
	Currency derivatives	Other current assets		$	6			$	(6	)
	Currency derivatives	Other assets		2				—
	Currency derivatives	Accrued expenses		2				(6		)
	Currency derivatives	Other liabilities		—				(4		)
	Not designated as hedges:
	Currency derivatives	Other current assets		5				—
	Currency derivatives	Accrued expenses		1				—
	October 31, 2014:
	Designated as cash flow hedges:
	Currency derivatives	Other current assets		33				(2		)
	Currency derivatives	Other assets		16				(1		)
	Not designated as hedges:
	Currency derivatives	Other current assets		6				(1		)
	The fair values reflected in the above table are presented on a gross basis. However, as discussed further below, the fair values of those instruments that are subject to net settlement agreements are presented on a net basis in the accompanying consolidated balance sheets.
	Credit risk. We are exposed to credit-related losses if the counterparties to our derivative contracts default. This credit risk is limited to the fair value of the contracts. To manage this risk, we contract only with major financial institutions that have earned investment-grade credit ratings and with whom we have standard International Swaps and Derivatives Association (ISDA) agreements that allow for net settlement of the derivative contracts. Also, we have established counterparty credit guidelines that are regularly monitored and that provide for reports to senior management according to prescribed guidelines, and we monetize contracts when we believe it is warranted. Because of these safeguards, we believe the risk of loss from counterparty default to be immaterial.
	Some of our derivative instruments require us to maintain a specific level of creditworthiness, which we have maintained. If our creditworthiness were to fall below that level, then the counterparties to our derivative instruments could request immediate payment or collateralization for derivative instruments in net liability positions. The aggregate fair value of all derivatives with creditworthiness requirements that were in a net liability position was $6 million at April 30, 2014 and $0 at October 31, 2014.
	Offsetting. As noted above, our derivative contracts are governed by ISDA agreements that allow for net settlement of derivative contracts with the same counterparty. It is our policy to present the fair values of current derivatives (i.e., those with a remaining term of 12 months or less) with the same counterparty on a net basis in the balance sheet. Similarly, we present the fair values of noncurrent derivatives with the same counterparty on a net basis. Current derivatives are not netted with noncurrent derivatives in the balance sheet. The following table summarizes the gross and net amounts of our derivative contracts.
	(Dollars in millions)	Gross Amounts of Recognized Assets (Liabilities)				Gross Amounts Offset in Balance Sheet				Net Amounts Presented in Balance Sheet			Gross Amounts Not Offset in Balance Sheet			Net Amounts
	April 30, 2014:
	Derivative assets	$	17			$	(10	)		$	7		$	(2	)	$	5
	Derivative liabilities	(17		)		10				(7		)	2			(5		)
	October 31, 2014:
	Derivative assets	55				(4		)		51			—			51
	Derivative liabilities	(4		)		4				—			—			—
	No cash collateral was received or pledged related to our derivative contracts as of April 30, 2014 and October 31, 2014.

ShortTerm_Borrowings_Notes

Short-Term Borrowings (Notes)	6 Months Ended
	Oct. 31, 2014
Short-term Debt [Abstract]	'
Short-term Debt [Text Block]	'
	Short-Term Borrowings
	As of October 31, 2014, our short-term borrowings include $119 million of commercial paper, with an average maturity of 6 days and a weighted-average interest rate of 0.15%. No commercial paper was outstanding at April 30, 2014.

Accumulated_Other_Comprehensiv

Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income	6 Months Ended
	Oct. 31, 2014
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income [Abstract]	'
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income	'
	Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income
	The following table summarizes the changes in each component of accumulated other comprehensive income (AOCI), net of tax, during the three months ended October 31, 2013 and 2014:
		Currency Translation Adjustments			Cash Flow Hedge Adjustments			Postretirement Benefits Adjustments			Total AOCI
	Balance at July 31, 2013	$	(2	)	$	6		$	(216	)	$	(212	)
	Net other comprehensive income (loss)	7			(10		)	14			11
	Balance at October 31, 2013	$	5		$	(4	)	$	(202	)	$	(201	)
	Balance at July 31, 2014	$	(10	)	$	1		$	(186	)	$	(195	)
	Net other comprehensive income (loss)	(30		)	22			12			4
	Balance at October 31, 2014	$	(40	)	$	23		$	(174	)	$	(191	)
	The following table presents the components of net other comprehensive income (loss) during the three months ended October 31, 2013 and 2014:
		Pre-Tax			Tax			Net
	Three Months Ended October 31, 2013
	Currency translation adjustments	$	9		$	(2	)	$	7
	Cash flow hedge adjustments:
	Net gain (loss) on hedging instruments	(15		)	5			(10		)
	Reclassification to earnings1	—			—			—
	Postretirement benefits adjustments:
	Net actuarial gain (loss) and prior service cost	14			(5		)	9
	Reclassification to earnings2	8			(3		)	5
	Net other comprehensive income (loss)	$	16		$	(5	)	$	11
	Three Months Ended October 31, 2014
	Currency translation adjustments	$	(32	)	$	2		$	(30	)
	Cash flow hedge adjustments:
	Net gain (loss) on hedging instruments	42			(16		)	26
	Reclassification to earnings1	(6		)	2			(4		)
	Postretirement benefits adjustments:
	Net actuarial gain (loss) and prior service cost	14			(5		)	9
	Reclassification to earnings2	6			(3		)	3
	Net other comprehensive income (loss)	$	24		$	(20	)	$	4
	1Pre-tax amount is classified as net sales in the accompanying consolidated statements of operations.
	2Pre-tax amount is a component of pension and other postretirement benefit expense (as shown in Note 6).
	The following table summarizes the changes in each component of AOCI, net of tax, during the six months ended October 31, 2013 and 2014:
		Currency Translation Adjustments			Cash Flow Hedge Adjustments			Postretirement Benefits Adjustments			Total AOCI
	Balance at April 30, 2013	$	10		$	—		$	(221	)	$	(211	)
	Net other comprehensive income (loss)	(5		)	(4		)	19			10
	Balance at October 31, 2013	$	5		$	(4	)	$	(202	)	$	(201	)
	Balance at April 30, 2014	$	6		$	(4	)	$	(190	)	$	(188	)
	Net other comprehensive income (loss)	(46		)	27			16			(3		)
	Balance at October 31, 2014	$	(40	)	$	23		$	(174	)	$	(191	)
	The following table presents the components of net other comprehensive income (loss) during the six months ended October 31, 2013 and 2014:
		Pre-Tax			Tax			Net
	Six Months Ended October 31, 2013
	Currency translation adjustments	$	(3	)	$	(2	)	$	(5	)
	Cash flow hedge adjustments:
	Net gain (loss) on hedging instruments	(5		)	2			(3		)
	Reclassification to earnings1	(1		)	—			(1		)
	Postretirement benefits adjustments:
	Net actuarial gain (loss) and prior service cost	14			(5		)	9
	Reclassification to earnings2	16			(6		)	10
	Net other comprehensive income (loss)	$	21		$	(11	)	$	10
	Six Months Ended October 31, 2014
	Currency translation adjustments	$	(48	)	$	2		$	(46	)
	Cash flow hedge adjustments:
	Net gain (loss) on hedging instruments	47			(17		)	30
	Reclassification to earnings1	(4		)	1			(3		)
	Postretirement benefits adjustments:
	Net actuarial gain (loss) and prior service cost	14			(5		)	9
	Reclassification to earnings2	12			(5		)	7
	Net other comprehensive income (loss)	$	21		$	(24	)	$	(3	)
	1Pre-tax amount is classified as net sales in the accompanying consolidated statements of operations.
	2Pre-tax amount is a component of pension and other postretirement benefit expense (as shown in Note 6).

Subsequent_Event_Notes

Subsequent Event (Notes)	6 Months Ended
	Oct. 31, 2014
Subsequent Event [Abstract]	'
Subsequent Event	'
	Subsequent Event
	As announced on November 20, 2014, our Board of Directors increased our quarterly cash dividend on our Class A and Class B common stock from $0.29 per share to $0.315 per share. Stockholders of record on December 4, 2014, will receive the cash dividend on December 30, 2014.

Derivative_Financial_Instrumen1

Derivative Financial Instruments (Policies)	6 Months Ended
	Oct. 31, 2014
Derivative Financial Instruments [Abstract]	'
Derivatives, Offsetting Fair Value Amounts, Policy [Policy Text Block]	'
	Offsetting. As noted above, our derivative contracts are governed by ISDA agreements that allow for net settlement of derivative contracts with the same counterparty. It is our policy to present the fair values of current derivatives (i.e., those with a remaining term of 12 months or less) with the same counterparty on a net basis in the balance sheet. Similarly, we present the fair values of noncurrent derivatives with the same counterparty on a net basis. Current derivatives are not netted with noncurrent derivatives in the balance sheet

Earnings_Per_Share_Tables

Earnings Per Share (Tables)	6 Months Ended
	Oct. 31, 2014
Earnings Per Share [Abstract]	'
Schedule of Earnings Per Share, Basic and Diluted [Table Text Block]	'
	The following table presents information concerning basic and diluted earnings per share:
		Three Months Ended				Six Months Ended
		October 31,				October 31,
	(Dollars in millions, except per share amounts)	2013		2014		2013		2014
	Net income available to common stockholders	$	206	$	208	$	349	$	358
	Share data (in thousands):
	Basic average common shares outstanding	213,587		212,087		213,634		212,674
	Dilutive effect of stock-based awards	1,617		1,482		1,614		1,528
	Diluted average common shares outstanding	215,204		213,569		215,248		214,202
	Basic earnings per share	$	0.97	$	0.98	$	1.63	$	1.68
	Diluted earnings per share	$	0.96	$	0.97	$	1.62	$	1.67

Pension_and_Other_Postretireme1

Pension and Other Postretirement Benefits (Tables)	6 Months Ended
	Oct. 31, 2014
Compensation and Retirement Disclosure [Abstract]	'
Schedule of Defined Benefit Plans Disclosures [Table Text Block]	'
	The following table shows the components of the pension and other postretirement benefit cost recognized for our U.S. benefit plans during the periods covered by this report. Information about similar international plans is not presented due to immateriality.
		Three Months Ended						Six Months Ended
		October 31,						October 31,
	(Dollars in millions)	2013			2014			2013			2014
	Pension Benefits:
	Service cost	$	5		$	5		$	11		$	11
	Interest cost	8			8			15			17
	Expected return on plan assets	(10		)	(10		)	(20		)	(21		)
	Amortization of:
	Prior service cost	—			—			—			1
	Net actuarial loss	8			6			16			11
	Net cost	$	11		$	9		$	22		$	19
	Other Postretirement Benefits:
	Service cost	$	—		$	—		$	1		$	1
	Interest cost	1			1			2			2
	Amortization of prior service cost	—			—			—			(1		)
	Net cost	$	1		$	1		$	3		$	2

Fair_Value_Measurements_Tables

Fair Value Measurements (Tables)	6 Months Ended
	Oct. 31, 2014
Fair Value Disclosures [Abstract]	'
Schedule of Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Table Text Block]	'
	The following table summarizes the assets and liabilities measured or disclosed at fair value on a recurring basis:
	(Dollars in millions)	Level 1		Level 2		Level 3		Total
	April 30, 2014:
	Assets:
	Currency derivatives	$	—	$	7	$	—	$	7
	Liabilities:
	Currency derivatives	—		7		—		7
	Short-term borrowings	—		8		—		8
	Long-term debt	—		963		—		963
	October 31, 2014:
	Assets:
	Currency derivatives	—		51		—		51
	Liabilities:
	Short-term borrowings	—		124		—		124
	Long-term debt	—		975		—		975

Fair_Value_of_Financial_Instru1

Fair Value of Financial Instruments (Tables)	6 Months Ended
	Oct. 31, 2014
Fair Value of Financial Instruments [Abstract]	'
Comparison of the fair values and carrying amounts of financial instrument	'
	The fair value of cash, cash equivalents, and short-term borrowings approximate the carrying amounts due to the short maturities of these instruments. We determine the fair value of derivative financial instruments and long-term debt as discussed in Note 7.
	Below is a comparison of the fair values and carrying amounts of these instruments:
		30-Apr-14				31-Oct-14
		Carrying		Fair		Carrying		Fair
	(Dollars in millions)	Amount		Value		Amount		Value
	Assets:
	Cash and cash equivalents	$	437	$	437	$	235	$	235
	Currency derivatives	7		7		51		51
	Liabilities:
	Currency derivatives	7		7		—		—
	Short-term borrowings	8		8		124		124
	Long-term debt	997		963		998		975

Derivative_Financial_Instrumen2

Derivative Financial Instruments (Tables)	6 Months Ended
	Oct. 31, 2014
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosure [Abstract]	'
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Table Text Block]	'
	The following tables present the amounts affecting our consolidated statements of operations for the periods covered by this report:
			Three Months Ended
			October 31,
	(Dollars in millions)	Classification	2013				2014
	Currency derivatives designated as cash flow hedge:
	Net gain (loss) recognized in AOCI	n/a	$	(15	)		$	42
	Net gain (loss) reclassified from AOCI into income	Net sales	—				6
	Derivatives not designated as hedging instruments:
	Currency derivatives – net gain (loss) recognized in income	Net sales	(5		)		11
	Currency derivatives – net gain (loss) recognized in income	Other income	—				3
			Six Months Ended
			October 31,
	(Dollars in millions)	Classification	2013				2014
	Currency derivatives designated as cash flow hedge:
	Net gain (loss) recognized in AOCI	n/a	$	(5	)		$	47
	Net gain (loss) reclassified from AOCI into income	Net sales	1				4
	Derivatives not designated as hedging instruments:
	Currency derivatives – net gain (loss) recognized in income	Net sales	(1		)		8
	Currency derivatives – net gain (loss) recognized in income	Other income	2				(6		)
Schedule of Derivative Instruments in Statement of Financial Position, Fair Value [Table Text Block]	'
	The following table presents the fair values of our derivative instruments as of April 30, 2014 and October 31, 2014.
	(Dollars in millions)	Classification		Fair value of derivatives in a gain position				Fair value of derivatives in a
								loss position
	April 30, 2014:
	Designated as cash flow hedges:
	Currency derivatives	Other current assets		$	6			$	(6	)
	Currency derivatives	Other assets		2				—
	Currency derivatives	Accrued expenses		2				(6		)
	Currency derivatives	Other liabilities		—				(4		)
	Not designated as hedges:
	Currency derivatives	Other current assets		5				—
	Currency derivatives	Accrued expenses		1				—
	October 31, 2014:
	Designated as cash flow hedges:
	Currency derivatives	Other current assets		33				(2		)
	Currency derivatives	Other assets		16				(1		)
	Not designated as hedges:
	Currency derivatives	Other current assets		6				(1		)
Offsetting Derivative Assets and Liabilities [Table Text Block]	'
	The following table summarizes the gross and net amounts of our derivative contracts.
	(Dollars in millions)	Gross Amounts of Recognized Assets (Liabilities)				Gross Amounts Offset in Balance Sheet				Net Amounts Presented in Balance Sheet			Gross Amounts Not Offset in Balance Sheet			Net Amounts
	April 30, 2014:
	Derivative assets	$	17			$	(10	)		$	7		$	(2	)	$	5
	Derivative liabilities	(17		)		10				(7		)	2			(5		)
	October 31, 2014:
	Derivative assets	55				(4		)		51			—			51
	Derivative liabilities	(4		)		4				—			—			—

Accumulated_Other_Comprehensiv1

Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Tables)	6 Months Ended
	Oct. 31, 2014
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income [Abstract]	'
Schedule of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Table Text Block]	'
	The following table summarizes the changes in each component of accumulated other comprehensive income (AOCI), net of tax, during the three months ended October 31, 2013 and 2014:
		Currency Translation Adjustments			Cash Flow Hedge Adjustments			Postretirement Benefits Adjustments			Total AOCI
	Balance at July 31, 2013	$	(2	)	$	6		$	(216	)	$	(212	)
	Net other comprehensive income (loss)	7			(10		)	14			11
	Balance at October 31, 2013	$	5		$	(4	)	$	(202	)	$	(201	)
	Balance at July 31, 2014	$	(10	)	$	1		$	(186	)	$	(195	)
	Net other comprehensive income (loss)	(30		)	22			12			4
	Balance at October 31, 2014	$	(40	)	$	23		$	(174	)	$	(191	)
	The following table summarizes the changes in each component of AOCI, net of tax, during the six months ended October 31, 2013 and 2014:
		Currency Translation Adjustments			Cash Flow Hedge Adjustments			Postretirement Benefits Adjustments			Total AOCI
	Balance at April 30, 2013	$	10		$	—		$	(221	)	$	(211	)
	Net other comprehensive income (loss)	(5		)	(4		)	19			10
	Balance at October 31, 2013	$	5		$	(4	)	$	(202	)	$	(201	)
	Balance at April 30, 2014	$	6		$	(4	)	$	(190	)	$	(188	)
	Net other comprehensive income (loss)	(46		)	27			16			(3		)
	Balance at October 31, 2014	$	(40	)	$	23		$	(174	)	$	(191	)
Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Table Text Block]	'
	The following table presents the components of net other comprehensive income (loss) during the three months ended October 31, 2013 and 2014:
		Pre-Tax			Tax			Net
	Three Months Ended October 31, 2013
	Currency translation adjustments	$	9		$	(2	)	$	7
	Cash flow hedge adjustments:
	Net gain (loss) on hedging instruments	(15		)	5			(10		)
	Reclassification to earnings1	—			—			—
	Postretirement benefits adjustments:
	Net actuarial gain (loss) and prior service cost	14			(5		)	9
	Reclassification to earnings2	8			(3		)	5
	Net other comprehensive income (loss)	$	16		$	(5	)	$	11
	Three Months Ended October 31, 2014
	Currency translation adjustments	$	(32	)	$	2		$	(30	)
	Cash flow hedge adjustments:
	Net gain (loss) on hedging instruments	42			(16		)	26
	Reclassification to earnings1	(6		)	2			(4		)
	Postretirement benefits adjustments:
	Net actuarial gain (loss) and prior service cost	14			(5		)	9
	Reclassification to earnings2	6			(3		)	3
	Net other comprehensive income (loss)	$	24		$	(20	)	$	4
	1Pre-tax amount is classified as net sales in the accompanying consolidated statements of operations.
	2Pre-tax amount is a component of pension and other postretirement benefit expense (as shown in Note 6).
	The following table presents the components of net other comprehensive income (loss) during the six months ended October 31, 2013 and 2014:
		Pre-Tax			Tax			Net
	Six Months Ended October 31, 2013
	Currency translation adjustments	$	(3	)	$	(2	)	$	(5	)
	Cash flow hedge adjustments:
	Net gain (loss) on hedging instruments	(5		)	2			(3		)
	Reclassification to earnings1	(1		)	—			(1		)
	Postretirement benefits adjustments:
	Net actuarial gain (loss) and prior service cost	14			(5		)	9
	Reclassification to earnings2	16			(6		)	10
	Net other comprehensive income (loss)	$	21		$	(11	)	$	10
	Six Months Ended October 31, 2014
	Currency translation adjustments	$	(48	)	$	2		$	(46	)
	Cash flow hedge adjustments:
	Net gain (loss) on hedging instruments	47			(17		)	30
	Reclassification to earnings1	(4		)	1			(3		)
	Postretirement benefits adjustments:
	Net actuarial gain (loss) and prior service cost	14			(5		)	9
	Reclassification to earnings2	12			(5		)	7
	Net other comprehensive income (loss)	$	21		$	(24	)	$	(3	)
	1Pre-tax amount is classified as net sales in the accompanying consolidated statements of operations.
	2Pre-tax amount is a component of pension and other postretirement benefit expense (as shown in Note 6).

Inventories_Details

Inventories (Details) (USD $)	Oct. 31, 2014	Apr. 30, 2014
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
Inventories (Textual) [Abstract]	'	'
Excess of current costs over stated LIFO value	$222	$216

Income_Taxes_Details

Income Taxes (Details)	6 Months Ended
	Oct. 31, 2014
Income Taxes (Textual) [Abstract]	'
Effective tax rate	29.90%
Expected tax rate	29.70%

Earnings_Per_Share_Details

Earnings Per Share (Details) (USD $)	3 Months Ended		6 Months Ended
In Millions, except Share data in Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Oct. 31, 2014	Oct. 31, 2013	Oct. 31, 2014	Oct. 31, 2013
Basic and diluted earnings per share	'	'	'	'
Net income available to common stockholders	$208	$206	$358	$349
Share data (in thousands):	'	'	'	'
Basic average common shares outstanding	212,087	213,587	212,674	213,634
Dilutive effect of stock-based awards	1,482	1,617	1,528	1,614
Diluted average common shares outstanding	213,569	215,204	214,202	215,248
Basic earnings per share (dollars per share)	$0.98	$0.97	$1.68	$1.63
Diluted earnings per share (dollars per share)	$0.97	$0.96	$1.67	$1.62

Earnings_Per_Share_Details_Tex

Earnings Per Share (Details Textual)	3 Months Ended		6 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Oct. 31, 2014	Oct. 31, 2013	Oct. 31, 2014	Oct. 31, 2013
Earnings Per Share (Textual) [Abstract]	'	'	'	'
Common stock-based awards excluded from the calculation of diluted earnings per share	363	410	365	412

Guarantee_Details

Guarantee (Details) (USD $)	Oct. 31, 2014	Apr. 30, 2014
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
Concentration Risk [Line Items]	'	'
Accounts receivable	$761	$569
Credit Concentration Risk [Member]	'	'
Concentration Risk [Line Items]	'	'
Guaranty exposure, maximum	45	'
Guaranty exposure, current	11	'
Accounts receivable	$31	'

Pension_and_Other_Postretireme2

Pension and Other Postretirement Benefits (Details) (USD $)	3 Months Ended		6 Months Ended
In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Oct. 31, 2014	Oct. 31, 2013	Oct. 31, 2014	Oct. 31, 2013
Pension Benefits [Member]	'	'	'	'
Defined Benefit Plans and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans Table Text Block [Line Items]	'	'	'	'
Service cost	$5	$5	$11	$11
Interest cost	8	8	17	15
Expected return on plan assets	-10	-10	-21	-20
Amortization of:	'	'	'	'
Prior service cost	0	0	1	0
Net actuarial loss	6	8	11	16
Net cost	9	11	19	22
Other Postretirement Benefits [Member]	'	'	'	'
Defined Benefit Plans and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans Table Text Block [Line Items]	'	'	'	'
Service cost	0	0	1	1
Interest cost	1	1	2	2
Amortization of:	'	'	'	'
Prior service cost	0	0	-1	0
Net cost	$1	$1	$2	$3

Fair_Value_Measurements_Detail

Fair Value Measurements (Details) (USD $)	Oct. 31, 2014	Apr. 30, 2014
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
Financial Instruments, Financial Liabilities, Balance Sheet Groupings [Abstract]	'	'
Short-term borrowings	$124	$8
Long-term debt	975	963
Currency derivatives [Member]	'	'
Financial Instruments, Financial Liabilities, Balance Sheet Groupings [Abstract]	'	'
Currency derivatives	0	7
Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member]	'	'
Financial Instruments, Financial Liabilities, Balance Sheet Groupings [Abstract]	'	'
Short-term borrowings	124	8
Long-term debt	975	963
Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] | Currency derivatives [Member]	'	'
Financial Instruments, Financial Assets, Balance Sheet Groupings [Abstract]	'	'
Currency derivatives	51	7
Financial Instruments, Financial Liabilities, Balance Sheet Groupings [Abstract]	'	'
Currency derivatives	'	7
Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] | Level 1 [Member]	'	'
Financial Instruments, Financial Liabilities, Balance Sheet Groupings [Abstract]	'	'
Short-term borrowings	0	0
Long-term debt	0	0
Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] | Level 1 [Member] | Currency derivatives [Member]	'	'
Financial Instruments, Financial Assets, Balance Sheet Groupings [Abstract]	'	'
Currency derivatives	0	0
Financial Instruments, Financial Liabilities, Balance Sheet Groupings [Abstract]	'	'
Currency derivatives	'	0
Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] | Level 2 [Member]	'	'
Financial Instruments, Financial Liabilities, Balance Sheet Groupings [Abstract]	'	'
Short-term borrowings	124	8
Long-term debt	975	963
Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] | Level 2 [Member] | Currency derivatives [Member]	'	'
Financial Instruments, Financial Assets, Balance Sheet Groupings [Abstract]	'	'
Currency derivatives	51	7
Financial Instruments, Financial Liabilities, Balance Sheet Groupings [Abstract]	'	'
Currency derivatives	'	7
Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] | Level 3 [Member]	'	'
Financial Instruments, Financial Liabilities, Balance Sheet Groupings [Abstract]	'	'
Short-term borrowings	0	0
Long-term debt	0	0
Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] | Level 3 [Member] | Currency derivatives [Member]	'	'
Financial Instruments, Financial Assets, Balance Sheet Groupings [Abstract]	'	'
Currency derivatives	0	0
Financial Instruments, Financial Liabilities, Balance Sheet Groupings [Abstract]	'	'
Currency derivatives	'	$0

Fair_Value_of_Financial_Instru2

Fair Value of Financial Instruments (Details) (USD $)	Oct. 31, 2014	Apr. 30, 2014	Oct. 31, 2013	Apr. 30, 2013
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
Assets:	'	'	'	'
Cash and cash equivalents, Carrying Amount	$235	$437	$192	$204
Cash and cash equivalents, Fair Value	235	437	'	'
Liabilities:	'	'	'	'
Short-term borrowings, Carrying Amount	124	8	'	'
Short-term borrowings, Fair Value	124	8	'	'
Long-term debt, Carrying Amount	998	997	'	'
Long-term debt, Fair Value	975	963	'	'
Currency derivatives [Member]	'	'	'	'
Assets:	'	'	'	'
Currency derivatives, Fair Value	51	7	'	'
Liabilities:	'	'	'	'
Currency derivatives, Fair Value	0	7	'	'
Reported Value Measurement [Member]	'	'	'	'
Assets:	'	'	'	'
Cash and cash equivalents, Carrying Amount	235	437	'	'
Liabilities:	'	'	'	'
Short-term borrowings, Carrying Amount	124	8	'	'
Long-term debt, Carrying Amount	998	997	'	'
Reported Value Measurement [Member] | Currency derivatives [Member]	'	'	'	'
Assets:	'	'	'	'
Currency derivatives, Carrying Amount	51	7	'	'
Liabilities:	'	'	'	'
Currency derivatives, Carrying Amount	$0	$7	'	'

Derivative_Financial_Instrumen3

Derivative Financial Instruments (Details) (Currency derivatives [Member], USD $)	3 Months Ended		6 Months Ended
In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Oct. 31, 2014	Oct. 31, 2013	Oct. 31, 2014	Oct. 31, 2013
Cash Flow Hedging [Member]	'	'	'	'
Derivative instrument gains and losses affecting statements of operations	'	'	'	'
Net gain (loss) recognized in AOCI	$42	($15)	$47	($5)
Net Sales [Member] | Cash Flow Hedging [Member]	'	'	'	'
Derivative instrument gains and losses affecting statements of operations	'	'	'	'
Net gain (loss) reclassified from AOCI into income	6	0	4	1
Net Sales [Member] | Not designated as hedges [Member]	'	'	'	'
Derivative instrument gains and losses affecting statements of operations	'	'	'	'
Gain (loss) on derivative instruments recognized in income	11	-5	8	-1
Other Income [Member] | Not designated as hedges [Member]	'	'	'	'
Derivative instrument gains and losses affecting statements of operations	'	'	'	'
Gain (loss) on derivative instruments recognized in income	$3	$0	($6)	$2

Derivative_Financial_Instrumen4

Derivative Financial Instruments (Details 1) (Currency derivatives [Member], USD $)	Oct. 31, 2014	Apr. 30, 2014
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
Fair value of derivatives in a gain position [Member] | Cash Flow Hedging [Member] | Other Current Assets [Member]	'	'
Fair values of derivative instruments	'	'
Fair value of derivatives in a gain (loss) position	$33	$6
Fair value of derivatives in a gain position [Member] | Cash Flow Hedging [Member] | Other Assets [Member]	'	'
Fair values of derivative instruments	'	'
Fair value of derivatives in a gain (loss) position	16	2
Fair value of derivatives in a gain position [Member] | Cash Flow Hedging [Member] | Accrued Expenses [Member]	'	'
Fair values of derivative instruments	'	'
Fair value of derivatives in a gain (loss) position	'	2
Fair value of derivatives in a gain position [Member] | Cash Flow Hedging [Member] | Other Liabilities [Member]	'	'
Fair values of derivative instruments	'	'
Fair value of derivatives in a gain (loss) position	'	0
Fair value of derivatives in a gain position [Member] | Not designated as hedges [Member] | Other Current Assets [Member]	'	'
Fair values of derivative instruments	'	'
Fair value of derivatives in a gain (loss) position	6	5
Fair value of derivatives in a gain position [Member] | Not designated as hedges [Member] | Accrued Expenses [Member]	'	'
Fair values of derivative instruments	'	'
Fair value of derivatives in a gain (loss) position	'	1
Fair value of derivatives in a loss position [Member] | Cash Flow Hedging [Member] | Other Current Assets [Member]	'	'
Fair values of derivative instruments	'	'
Fair value of derivatives in a gain (loss) position	-2	-6
Fair value of derivatives in a loss position [Member] | Cash Flow Hedging [Member] | Other Assets [Member]	'	'
Fair values of derivative instruments	'	'
Fair value of derivatives in a gain (loss) position	-1	0
Fair value of derivatives in a loss position [Member] | Cash Flow Hedging [Member] | Accrued Expenses [Member]	'	'
Fair values of derivative instruments	'	'
Fair value of derivatives in a gain (loss) position	'	-6
Fair value of derivatives in a loss position [Member] | Cash Flow Hedging [Member] | Other Liabilities [Member]	'	'
Fair values of derivative instruments	'	'
Fair value of derivatives in a gain (loss) position	'	-4
Fair value of derivatives in a loss position [Member] | Not designated as hedges [Member] | Other Current Assets [Member]	'	'
Fair values of derivative instruments	'	'
Fair value of derivatives in a gain (loss) position	-1	0
Fair value of derivatives in a loss position [Member] | Not designated as hedges [Member] | Accrued Expenses [Member]	'	'
Fair values of derivative instruments	'	'
Fair value of derivatives in a gain (loss) position	'	$0

Derivative_Financial_Instrumen5

Derivative Financial Instruments (Details Textual) (USD $)	6 Months Ended	12 Months Ended
In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Oct. 31, 2014	Apr. 30, 2014
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosure [Abstract]	'	'
Derivative, Notional Amount	$1,063	$1,152
Derivative Financial Instruments (Textual) [Abstract]	'	'
Net losses recorded in AOCI expected to reclassify to earnings during the next 12 months	-25	'
Maximum term of outstanding derivative contracts	'27 months	'27 months
Aggregate fair value of derivatives with creditworthiness requirements that were in a net liability position	$0	$6

Derivative_Financial_Instrumen6

Derivative Financial Instruments Offsetting Derivative Assets and Liabilities (Details) (USD $)	Oct. 31, 2014	Apr. 30, 2014
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
Offsetting Assets and Liabilities [Line Items]	'	'
Gross Amount of Derivative Assets	$55	$17
Gross Amount of Derivative Liabilities Offset Against Derivative Assets in Balance Sheet	-4	-10
Net Amount of Derivative Assets Presented in Balance Sheet	51	7
Gross Amount of Derivative Liabilities Not Offset Against Derivative Assets in Balance Sheet	0	-2
Net Amount of Derivative Assets	51	5
Gross Amount of Derivative Liabilities	-4	-17
Gross Amount of Derivative Assets Offset Against Derivative Liabilities in Balance Sheet	4	10
Net Amount of Derivative Liabilities Presented in Balance Sheet	0	7
Gross Amount of Derivative Assets Not Offset Against Derivative Liabilities in Balance Sheet	0	2
Net Amount of Derivative Liabilities	$0	$5

ShortTerm_Borrowings_Details

Short-Term Borrowings (Details) (USD $)	6 Months Ended
In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Oct. 31, 2014	Apr. 30, 2014
Short-term Debt [Abstract]	'	'
Commercial Paper	$119	$0
Commercial Paper Borrowings, Average Remaining Maturity	'6 days	'
Commercial Paper Borrowings, Weighted Average Interest Rate	0.15%	'

Changes_in_Accumulated_Other_C

Changes in Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Details) (USD $)

3 Months Ended

6 Months Ended

In Millions, unless otherwise specified

Oct. 31, 2014

Oct. 31, 2013

Oct. 31, 2014

Oct. 31, 2013

Oct. 31, 2014

Jul. 31, 2014

Apr. 30, 2014

Oct. 31, 2013

Jul. 31, 2013

Apr. 30, 2013

Oct. 31, 2014

Jul. 31, 2014

Apr. 30, 2014

Oct. 31, 2013

Jul. 31, 2013

Apr. 30, 2013

Oct. 31, 2014

Jul. 31, 2014

Apr. 30, 2014

Oct. 31, 2013

Jul. 31, 2013

Apr. 30, 2013

Accumulated Net Gain (Loss) from Designated or Qualifying Cash Flow Hedges [Member]

Accumulated Net Gain (Loss) from Designated or Qualifying Cash Flow Hedges [Member]

Accumulated Net Gain (Loss) from Designated or Qualifying Cash Flow Hedges [Member]

Accumulated Net Gain (Loss) from Designated or Qualifying Cash Flow Hedges [Member]

Accumulated Net Gain (Loss) from Designated or Qualifying Cash Flow Hedges [Member]

Accumulated Net Gain (Loss) from Designated or Qualifying Cash Flow Hedges [Member]

Accumulated Translation Adjustment [Member]

Accumulated Translation Adjustment [Member]

Accumulated Translation Adjustment [Member]

Accumulated Translation Adjustment [Member]

Accumulated Translation Adjustment [Member]

Accumulated Translation Adjustment [Member]

Accumulated Defined Benefit Plans Adjustment [Member]

Accumulated Defined Benefit Plans Adjustment [Member]

Accumulated Defined Benefit Plans Adjustment [Member]

Accumulated Defined Benefit Plans Adjustment [Member]

Accumulated Defined Benefit Plans Adjustment [Member]

Accumulated Defined Benefit Plans Adjustment [Member]

Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Line Items]

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Beginning balance

($195)

($212)

($188)

($211)

$23

$1

($4)

($4)

$6

$0

($40)

($10)

$6

$5

($2)

$10

($174)

($186)

($190)

($202)

($216)

($221)

Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Foreign Currency Transaction and Translation Adjustment, Net of Tax

-30

7

-46

-5

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Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Derivatives Qualifying as Hedges, Net of Tax, Portion Attributable to Parent

22

-10

27

-4

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Other Comprehensive (Income) Loss, Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans, Adjustment, Net of Tax, Portion Attributable to Parent

12

14

16

19

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Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax, Portion Attributable to Parent

4

11

-3

10

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Ending balance

($191)

($201)

($191)

($201)

$23

$1

($4)

($4)

$6

$0

($40)

($10)

$6

$5

($2)

$10

($174)

($186)

($190)

($202)

($216)

($221)

Accumulated_Other_Comprehensiv2

Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income Schedule of Other Comprehensive Income (Details) (USD $)	3 Months Ended				6 Months Ended
In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Oct. 31, 2014		Oct. 31, 2013		Oct. 31, 2014		Oct. 31, 2013
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Foreign Currency Transaction and Translation Gain (Loss) Arising During Period, Net of Tax	($32)		$9		($48)		($3)
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Foreign Currency Translation Adjustment, Tax	2		-2		2		-2
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Foreign Currency Transaction and Translation Adjustment, Net of Tax	-30		7		-46		-5
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Unrealized Gain (Loss) on Derivatives Arising During Period, before Tax	42		-15		47		-5
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Unrealized Gain (Loss) on Derivatives Arising During Period, Tax	-16		5		-17		2
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Unrealized Gain (Loss) on Derivatives Arising During Period, Net of Tax	26		-10		30		-3
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Reclassification Adjustment from AOCI on Derivatives, before Tax	-6	[1]	0	[1]	-4	[1]	-1	[1]
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Reclassification Adjustment from AOCI on Derivatives, Tax	2	[1]	0	[1]	1	[1]	0	[1]
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Reclassification Adjustment from AOCI on Derivatives, Net of Tax	-4	[1]	0	[1]	-3	[1]	-1	[1]
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans, Net Unamortized Gain (Loss) and Net Prior Service Credit (Cost) Arising During Period, before Tax	14		14		14		14
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans, Net Unamortized Gain (Loss) and Net Prior Service Credit (Cost) Arising During Period, Tax	-5		-5		-5		-5
Other Comprehensive Income Defined Benefit Plan Actuarial Gain Loss And Net Prior Service Costs Credit Arising During Period Net Of Tax	9		9		9		9
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Reclassification Adjustment from AOCI, Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans, for Net Gain (Loss) and Net Prior Service Credit (Cost), before Tax	6	[2]	8	[2]	12	[2]	16	[2]
Other Comprehensive (Income) Loss, Reclassification Adjustment from AOCI, Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans, for Net (Gain) Loss and Prior Service (Credit) Cost, Tax	-3	[2]	-3	[2]	-5	[2]	-6	[2]
Other Comprehensive Income Reclassification Of Actuarial Gain Loss And Prior Service Cost Net Of Tax	3	[2]	5	[2]	7	[2]	10	[2]
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), before Tax, Portion Attributable to Parent	24		16		21		21
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Tax, Portion Attributable to Parent	-20		-5		-24		-11
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax	$4		$11		($3)		$10
[1]	1Pre-tax amount is classified as net sales in the accompanying consolidated statements of operations.
[2]	2Pre-tax amount is a component of pension and other postretirement benefit expense (as shown in Note 6).

Subsequent_Event_Details

Subsequent Event (Details) (USD $)	3 Months Ended		6 Months Ended		0 Months Ended
	Oct. 31, 2014	Oct. 31, 2013	Oct. 31, 2014	Oct. 31, 2013	Nov. 20, 2014
					Subsequent Event [Member]
Subsequent Event [Line Items]	'	'	'	'	'
Common Stock, Dividends, Per Share, Cash Paid	$0.29	$0.26	$0.58	$0.51	$0.32
Common Stock, Dividends, Per Share, Declared	$0	$0	$0.58	$0.51	'