Cover Page
Cover Page - USD ($) $ in Billions | 12 Months Ended | ||
Jul. 31, 2021 | Aug. 31, 2021 | Jan. 31, 2021 | |
Cover [Abstract] | |||
Document Type | 10-K | ||
Document Annual Report | true | ||
Document Period End Date | Jul. 31, 2021 | ||
Current Fiscal Year End Date | --07-31 | ||
Document Transition Report | false | ||
Entity File Number | 0-21180 | ||
Entity Registrant Name | INTUIT INC | ||
Entity Incorporation, State or Country Code | DE | ||
Entity Tax Identification Number | 77-0034661 | ||
Entity Address, Address Line One | 2700 Coast Avenue | ||
Entity Address, City or Town | Mountain View | ||
Entity Address, State or Province | CA | ||
Entity Address, Postal Zip Code | 94043 | ||
City Area Code | 650 | ||
Local Phone Number | 944-6000 | ||
Title of 12(b) Security | Common Stock, $0.01 par value | ||
Trading Symbol | INTU | ||
Security Exchange Name | NASDAQ | ||
Entity Well-known Seasoned Issuer | Yes | ||
Entity Voluntary Filers | No | ||
Entity Current Reporting Status | Yes | ||
Entity Interactive Data Current | Yes | ||
Entity Filer Category | Large Accelerated Filer | ||
Entity Small Business | false | ||
Entity Emerging Growth Company | false | ||
ICFR Auditor Attestation Flag | true | ||
Entity Shell Company | false | ||
Entity Public Float | $ 96.2 | ||
Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding | 273,091,929 | ||
Documents Incorporated by Reference | Portions of the registrant’s definitive proxy statement for its Annual Meeting of Stockholders to be held on January 20, 2022 are incorporated by reference in Part III of this Annual Report on Form 10-K. | ||
Entity Central Index Key | 0000896878 | ||
Document Fiscal Year Focus | 2021 | ||
Document Fiscal Period Focus | FY | ||
Amendment Flag | false |
Consolidated Statements of Oper
Consolidated Statements of Operations - USD ($) shares in Millions, $ in Millions | 12 Months Ended | ||
Jul. 31, 2021 | Jul. 31, 2020 | Jul. 31, 2019 | |
Net revenue: | |||
Net revenue: | $ 9,633 | $ 7,679 | $ 6,784 |
Cost of revenue: | |||
Amortization of acquired technology | 50 | 22 | 20 |
Selling and marketing | 2,644 | 2,048 | 1,927 |
Research and development | 1,678 | 1,392 | 1,233 |
General and administrative | 982 | 679 | 597 |
Amortization of other acquired intangible assets | 146 | 6 | 6 |
Total costs and expenses | 7,133 | 5,503 | 4,930 |
Operating income | 2,500 | 2,176 | 1,854 |
Interest expense | (29) | (14) | (15) |
Interest and other income, net | 85 | 36 | 42 |
Income before income taxes | 2,556 | 2,198 | 1,881 |
Income tax provision | 494 | 372 | 324 |
Net income | $ 2,062 | $ 1,826 | $ 1,557 |
Basic net income per share (in dollars per share) | $ 7.65 | $ 6.99 | $ 5.99 |
Shares used in basic per share calculations (in shares) | 270 | 261 | 260 |
Diluted net income per share (in dollars per share) | $ 7.56 | $ 6.92 | $ 5.89 |
Shares used in diluted per share calculations (in shares) | 273 | 264 | 264 |
Cash dividends declared per common share (in dollars per share) | $ 2.36 | $ 2.12 | $ 1.88 |
Product | |||
Net revenue: | |||
Net revenue: | $ 1,698 | $ 1,635 | $ 1,623 |
Cost of revenue: | |||
Cost of Goods and Services Sold | 69 | 72 | 77 |
Service and other | |||
Net revenue: | |||
Net revenue: | 7,935 | 6,044 | 5,161 |
Cost of revenue: | |||
Cost of Goods and Services Sold | $ 1,564 | $ 1,284 | $ 1,070 |
Consolidated Statements of Comp
Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income - USD ($) $ in Millions | 12 Months Ended | ||
Jul. 31, 2021 | Jul. 31, 2020 | Jul. 31, 2019 | |
Statement of Comprehensive Income [Abstract] | |||
Net income | $ 2,062 | $ 1,826 | $ 1,557 |
Other comprehensive income (loss), net of income taxes: | |||
Unrealized gain (loss) on available-for-sale debt securities | (3) | 5 | 3 |
Foreign currency translation gain (loss) | 11 | (1) | (3) |
Total other comprehensive income, net | 8 | 4 | 0 |
Comprehensive income | $ 2,070 | $ 1,830 | $ 1,557 |
Consolidated Balance Sheets
Consolidated Balance Sheets - USD ($) $ in Millions | Jul. 31, 2021 | Jul. 31, 2020 |
Current assets: | ||
Cash and cash equivalents | $ 2,562 | $ 6,442 |
Investments | 1,308 | 608 |
Accounts receivable, net of allowance for doubtful accounts of $96 and $12 | 391 | 149 |
Income taxes receivable | 123 | 12 |
Prepaid expenses and other current assets | 316 | 314 |
Current assets before funds held for customers | 4,700 | 7,525 |
Funds held for customers | 457 | 455 |
Total current assets | 5,157 | 7,980 |
Long-term investments | 43 | 19 |
Property and equipment, net | 780 | 734 |
Operating lease right-of-use assets | 380 | 226 |
Goodwill | 5,613 | 1,654 |
Acquired intangible assets, net | 3,252 | 28 |
Long-term deferred income taxes | 8 | 65 |
Other assets | 283 | 225 |
Total assets | 15,516 | 10,931 |
Current liabilities: | ||
Short-term debt | 0 | 1,338 |
Accounts payable | 623 | 305 |
Accrued compensation and related liabilities | 530 | 482 |
Deferred revenue | 684 | 652 |
Other current liabilities | 361 | 297 |
Current liabilities before customer fund deposits | 2,198 | 3,074 |
Customer fund deposits | 457 | 455 |
Total current liabilities | 2,655 | 3,529 |
Long-term debt | 2,034 | 2,031 |
Long-term deferred income tax liabilities | 525 | 2 |
Operating lease liabilities | 380 | 221 |
Other long-term obligations | 53 | 42 |
Total liabilities | 5,647 | 5,825 |
Commitments and contingencies | ||
Stockholders’ equity: | ||
Preferred stock, $0.01 par value Authorized - 1,345 shares total; 145 shares designated Series A; 250 shares designated Series B Junior Participating Issued and outstanding - None | 0 | 0 |
Common stock, $0.01 par value Authorized - 750,000 shares Outstanding - 273,235 shares at July 31, 2021 and 261,740 shares at July 31, 2020 | 3 | 3 |
Additional paid-in capital | 10,545 | 6,179 |
Treasury stock, at cost | (12,951) | (11,929) |
Accumulated other comprehensive loss | (24) | (32) |
Retained earnings | 12,296 | 10,885 |
Total stockholders’ equity | 9,869 | 5,106 |
Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity | $ 15,516 | $ 10,931 |
Consolidated Balance Sheets (Pa
Consolidated Balance Sheets (Parenthetical) - USD ($) $ in Millions | Jul. 31, 2021 | Jul. 31, 2020 |
Allowance for doubtful accounts | $ 96 | $ 12 |
Preferred stock, $0.01 par value Authorized - 1,345 shares total; 145 shares designated Series A; 250 shares designated Series B Junior Participating Issued and outstanding - None | ||
Preferred stock, par value (in dollars per share) | $ 0.01 | $ 0.01 |
Preferred stock, shares authorized (in shares) | 1,345,000 | 1,345,000 |
Common stock, $0.01 par value Authorized - 750,000 shares Outstanding - 273,235 shares at July 31, 2021 and 261,740 shares at July 31, 2020 | ||
Common stock, par value (in dollars per share) | $ 0.01 | $ 0.01 |
Common stock, shares authorized (in shares) | 750,000,000 | 750,000,000 |
Common stock, shares, outstanding (in shares) | 273,235,000 | 261,740,000 |
Series A Preferred Stock | ||
Preferred stock, $0.01 par value Authorized - 1,345 shares total; 145 shares designated Series A; 250 shares designated Series B Junior Participating Issued and outstanding - None | ||
Preferred stock, shares authorized (in shares) | 145,000 | 145,000 |
Preferred stock, shares issued (in shares) | 0 | 0 |
Preferred stock, shares outstanding (in shares) | 0 | 0 |
Series B Preferred Stock | ||
Preferred stock, $0.01 par value Authorized - 1,345 shares total; 145 shares designated Series A; 250 shares designated Series B Junior Participating Issued and outstanding - None | ||
Preferred stock, shares authorized (in shares) | 250,000 | 250,000 |
Preferred stock, shares issued (in shares) | 0 | 0 |
Preferred stock, shares outstanding (in shares) | 0 | 0 |
Consolidated Statements of Stoc
Consolidated Statements of Stockholders' Equity - USD ($) $ in Millions | Total | Common Stock | Additional Paid-In Capital | Treasury Stock | Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss | Retained Earnings |
Beginning balance (in shares) at Jul. 31, 2018 | 258,616,000 | |||||
Beginning balance at Jul. 31, 2018 | $ 2,816 | $ 3 | $ 5,335 | $ (11,050) | $ (36) | $ 8,564 |
Increase (Decrease) in Stockholders' Equity [Roll Forward] | ||||||
Comprehensive income | 1,557 | 1,557 | ||||
Issuance of stock under employee stock plans, net of shares withheld for employee taxes (in shares) | 4,019,000 | |||||
Issuance of stock under employee stock plans, net of shares withheld for employee taxes | 32 | 32 | ||||
Stock repurchases under stock repurchase programs (in shares) | (2,455,000) | |||||
Stock repurchases under stock repurchase programs | (561) | (561) | ||||
Dividends and dividend rights declared | (500) | (500) | ||||
Share-based compensation expense | 405 | 405 | ||||
Issuance of common stock in a business combination | 0 | |||||
Ending balance (in shares) at Jul. 31, 2019 | 260,180,000 | |||||
Ending balance at Jul. 31, 2019 | 3,749 | $ 3 | 5,772 | (11,611) | (36) | 9,621 |
Increase (Decrease) in Stockholders' Equity [Roll Forward] | ||||||
Comprehensive income | 1,830 | 4 | 1,826 | |||
Issuance of stock under employee stock plans, net of shares withheld for employee taxes (in shares) | 2,736,000 | |||||
Issuance of stock under employee stock plans, net of shares withheld for employee taxes | (31) | (31) | ||||
Stock repurchases under stock repurchase programs (in shares) | (1,176,000) | |||||
Stock repurchases under stock repurchase programs | (318) | (318) | ||||
Dividends and dividend rights declared | (562) | (562) | ||||
Share-based compensation expense | 438 | 438 | ||||
Issuance of common stock in a business combination | $ 0 | |||||
Ending balance (in shares) at Jul. 31, 2020 | 261,740,000 | 261,740,000 | ||||
Ending balance at Jul. 31, 2020 | $ 5,106 | $ 3 | 6,179 | (11,929) | (32) | 10,885 |
Increase (Decrease) in Stockholders' Equity [Roll Forward] | ||||||
Comprehensive income | 2,070 | 8 | 2,062 | |||
Issuance of stock under employee stock plans, net of shares withheld for employee taxes (in shares) | 2,593,000 | |||||
Issuance of stock under employee stock plans, net of shares withheld for employee taxes | (187) | (187) | ||||
Stock repurchases under stock repurchase programs (in shares) | (2,422,000) | |||||
Stock repurchases under stock repurchase programs | (1,022) | (1,022) | ||||
Dividends and dividend rights declared | (651) | (651) | ||||
Share-based compensation expense | 755 | 755 | ||||
Issuance of stock in business combination (in shares) | 11,324,000 | |||||
Issuance of common stock in a business combination | $ 3,798 | 3,798 | ||||
Ending balance (in shares) at Jul. 31, 2021 | 273,235,000 | 273,235,000 | ||||
Ending balance at Jul. 31, 2021 | $ 9,869 | $ 3 | $ 10,545 | $ (12,951) | $ (24) | $ 12,296 |
Consolidated Statements of St_2
Consolidated Statements of Stockholders' Equity (Parenthetical) - $ / shares | 12 Months Ended | ||
Jul. 31, 2021 | Jul. 31, 2020 | Jul. 31, 2019 | |
Statement of Stockholders' Equity [Abstract] | |||
Dividends declared per common share (in dollars per share) | $ 2.36 | $ 2.12 | $ 1.88 |
Consolidated Statements of Cash
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows - USD ($) $ in Millions | 12 Months Ended | ||
Jul. 31, 2021 | Jul. 31, 2020 | Jul. 31, 2019 | |
Cash flows from operating activities: | |||
Net income | $ 2,062 | $ 1,826 | $ 1,557 |
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities: | |||
Depreciation | 166 | 189 | 199 |
Amortization of acquired intangible assets | 197 | 29 | 26 |
Non-cash operating lease cost | 62 | 60 | 0 |
Share-based compensation expense | 753 | 435 | 401 |
Deferred income taxes | (42) | (179) | (7) |
Other | (39) | 6 | 15 |
Total adjustments | 1,097 | 540 | 634 |
Originations of loans held for sale | (41) | (566) | 0 |
Sale and principal payments of loans held for sale | 143 | 482 | 0 |
Changes in operating assets and liabilities: | |||
Accounts receivable | (104) | (59) | 11 |
Income taxes receivable | (51) | 53 | 5 |
Prepaid expenses and other assets | 30 | (31) | (37) |
Accounts payable | 206 | 33 | 90 |
Accrued compensation and related liabilities | (70) | 100 | 16 |
Deferred revenue | 22 | 38 | 39 |
Operating lease liabilities | (66) | (61) | 0 |
Other liabilities | 22 | 59 | 9 |
Total changes in operating assets and liabilities | (11) | 132 | 133 |
Net cash provided by operating activities | 3,250 | 2,414 | 2,324 |
Cash flows from investing activities: | |||
Purchases of corporate and customer fund investments | (1,489) | (701) | (752) |
Sales of corporate and customer fund investments | 229 | 130 | 84 |
Maturities of corporate and customer fund investments | 550 | 596 | 303 |
Purchases of property and equipment | (53) | (59) | (76) |
Capitalization of internal use software | (72) | (78) | (79) |
Acquisitions of businesses, net of cash acquired | (3,064) | 0 | (64) |
Originations of term loans to small businesses | (232) | (243) | (316) |
Principal repayments of term loans from small businesses | 136 | 287 | 267 |
Other | 30 | (29) | (2) |
Net cash used in investing activities | (3,965) | (97) | (635) |
Cash flows from financing activities: | |||
Proceeds from issuance of long-term debt, net of discount and issuance costs | 0 | 1,983 | 0 |
Proceeds from borrowings under unsecured revolving credit facility | 0 | 1,000 | 0 |
Repayments on borrowings under unsecured revolving credit facility | (1,000) | 0 | 0 |
Proceeds from borrowings under secured revolving credit facility | 0 | 0 | 48 |
Repayment of debt | (338) | (50) | (50) |
Proceeds from issuance of stock under employee stock plans | 196 | 211 | 284 |
Payments for employee taxes withheld upon vesting of restricted stock units | (383) | (244) | (251) |
Cash paid for purchases of treasury stock | (1,005) | (323) | (556) |
Dividends and dividend rights paid | (646) | (561) | (501) |
Net change in customer fund deposits | 2 | 19 | 69 |
Other | (2) | (1) | (8) |
Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities | (3,176) | 2,034 | (965) |
Effect of exchange rates on cash, cash equivalents, restricted cash, and restricted cash equivalents | 13 | (6) | (3) |
Net increase (decrease) in cash, cash equivalents, restricted cash, and restricted cash equivalents | (3,878) | 4,345 | 721 |
Cash, cash equivalents, restricted cash, and restricted cash equivalents at beginning of period | 6,697 | 2,352 | 1,631 |
Cash, cash equivalents, restricted cash, and restricted cash equivalents at end of period | 2,819 | 6,697 | 2,352 |
Cash and cash equivalents | 2,562 | 6,442 | 2,116 |
Restricted cash and restricted cash equivalents included in funds held for customers | 257 | 255 | 236 |
Total cash, cash equivalents, restricted cash, and restricted cash equivalents at end of period | 2,819 | 6,697 | 2,352 |
Supplemental disclosure of cash flow information: | |||
Interest paid | 30 | 14 | 17 |
Income taxes paid | 578 | 493 | 325 |
Supplemental schedule of non-cash investing activities: | |||
Issuance of common stock in a business combination | $ 3,798 | $ 0 | $ 0 |
Description of Business and Sum
Description of Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies | 12 Months Ended |
Jul. 31, 2021 | |
Accounting Policies [Abstract] | |
Description of Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies | 1. Description of Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies Description of Business Intuit helps consumers, small businesses, and the self-employed prosper by delivering financial management and compliance products and services. We also provide specialized tax products to accounting professionals, who are key partners that help us serve small business customers. Our flagship brands, QuickBooks, TurboTax and Mint, help customers run their small businesses, pay employees and send invoices, separate business and personal expenses, track their money, and file income taxes. ProSeries and Lacerte are our leading tax preparation offerings for professional accountants. On December 3, 2020 we acquired Credit Karma, Inc. (Credit Karma), a consumer technology platform that enables us to provide personalized financial offers to members including credit cards, loans, insurance, and savings and checking accounts through an FDIC member bank partner. Incorporated in 1984 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, we sell our products and services primarily in the United States. Basis of Presentation These consolidated financial statements include the financial statements of Intuit and its wholly owned subsidiaries. We have eliminated all significant intercompany balances and transactions in consolidation. We have reclassified certain amounts previously reported in our financial statements to conform to the current presentation, including amounts related to reportable segments. In August 2020, we reorganized certain technology and customer success functions that support and benefit our overall platform. Additionally, certain legal, facility and employee service costs are now managed at the corporate level. As a result, these costs are no longer included in segment operating income and are now included in other corporate expenses. For the twelve months ended July 31, 2020 and 2019, we reclassified $180 million and $172 million from Small Business & Self-Employed, $121 million and $78 million from Consumer, and $13 million and $12 million from ProConnect to other corporate expenses. In August 2020, we also renamed our Strategic Partner segment as the ProConnect segment. This segment continues to serve professional accountants. See Note 14, "Segment Information," for more information. On December 3, 2020 we acquired Credit Karma, a consumer technology platform. We have included the results of operations for Credit Karma in our consolidated statements of operations from the date of acquisition. Credit Karma operates as a separate reportable segment. See Note 14, "Segment Information," for more information. Seasonality Our Consumer and ProConnect offerings have a significant and distinct seasonal pattern as sales and revenue from our income tax preparation products and services are typically concentrated in the period from November through April. This seasonal pattern typically results in higher net revenues during our second and third quarters ending January 31 and April 30, respectively. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the timing of tax filing seasons for fiscal 2021 and fiscal 2020 varied significantly. In fiscal 2019, the IRS began accepting returns on January 28, 2019 and the tax filing deadline was April 15, 2019. In fiscal 2020, the IRS began accepting returns on January 27, 2020 and the tax filing deadline was July 15, 2020. In fiscal 2021, the IRS began accepting returns on February 12, 2021 and the tax filing deadline was May 17, 2021. These changes to the tax filing seasons impacted our quarterly financial results during fiscal 2021 and fiscal 2020. Use of Estimates In preparing our consolidated financial statements in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), we make certain judgments, estimates, and assumptions that affect the amounts reported in our financial statements and the disclosures made in the accompanying notes. For example, we use judgments and estimates in determining how revenue should be recognized. These judgments and estimates include identifying performance obligations, determining if the performance obligations are distinct, determining the standalone sales price (SSP) and timing of revenue recognition for each distinct performance obligation, and estimating variable consideration to be included in the transaction price. We use estimates in determining the collectibility of accounts receivable and notes receivable, the appropriate levels of various accruals including accruals for litigation contingencies, the discount rate used to calculate lease liabilities, the amount of our worldwide tax provision, the realizability of deferred tax assets, the credit losses of available-for-sale debt securities, and the fair value of assets acquired and liabilities assumed for business combinations. We also use estimates in determining the remaining economic lives and fair values of acquired intangible assets, property and equipment, and other long-lived assets. In addition, we use assumptions to estimate the fair value of reporting units and share-based compensation. Despite our intention to establish accurate estimates and use reasonable assumptions, actual results may differ from our estimates. Additionally, in the context of the ongoing global COVID-19 pandemic, while there has been no material impact on our estimates to date, in future periods, facts and circumstances could change and impact our estimates. Revenue Recognition We derive revenue from the sale of software subscriptions, hosted services, payroll services, merchant payment processing services, packaged software products, live expert advice, financing for small businesses, delivery of qualified links, financial supplies and hardware. We enter into contracts with customers that include promises to transfer various products and services, which are generally capable of being distinct and accounted for as separate performance obligations. Revenue is recognized when the promised goods or services are transferred to customers, in an amount that reflects the consideration allocated to the respective performance obligation. Nature of Products and Services Desktop Offerings Our desktop offerings consist of our QuickBooks Desktop products, which include both packaged software products and software subscriptions, our consumer and professional tax desktop products, which include TurboTax, Lacerte and ProSeries, our desktop payroll products, and merchant payment processing services for small businesses who use our desktop offerings. Our QuickBooks Desktop packaged software products include a perpetual software license as well as enhancements and connected services. We recognize revenue for our QuickBooks Desktop packaged software products at the time the software license is delivered. We have determined that the enhancements and connected services included in our QuickBooks Desktop packaged software products are immaterial within the context of the contract. Our QuickBooks Desktop software subscriptions include a term software license, version protection, enhancements, support and various connected services. We recognize revenue for the software license and version protection at the time they are delivered and recognize revenue for support and connected services over the subscription term as the services are provided. We have determined that the enhancements included in our QuickBooks Desktop software subscriptions are immaterial within the context of the contract. Our consumer and professional tax packaged desktop software products include an on-premise tax software license, related tax form updates, electronic filing service and connected services. We recognize revenue for the software license and related tax form updates, as one performance obligation, over the period the forms and updates are delivered. We recognize revenue for our electronic filings service and connected services as those services are provided. We also sell some of our QuickBooks Desktop packaged software products and consumer tax packaged desktop software products in non-consignment and consignment arrangements to certain retailers. For non-consignment retailers, we begin recognizing revenue when control has transferred to the retailer. For consignment retailers, we begin recognizing revenue when control has transferred to the customer, at the time the end-user sale has occurred. Our desktop payroll products are sold as software subscriptions and include a term software license with a stand-ready obligation to maintain compliance with current payroll tax laws, support and connected services. The term software license and stand-ready obligation to maintain compliance with current payroll tax laws is considered one performance obligation. Each of the performance obligations is considered distinct and control is transferred to the customer over the subscription term. As a result, revenue is recognized ratably over the subscription term as services are provided. We offer merchant payment processing services as a separately paid connected service for our QuickBooks Desktop packaged software products and software subscriptions, and revenue is recognized as the services are provided to the customers. Online Offerings Our online offerings include TurboTax Online and TurboTax Live, ProConnect Tax Online, QuickBooks Online, online payroll, and merchant payment processing services for small businesses who use our online offerings. These online offerings provide customers with the right to use the hosted software over the contract period without taking possession of the software and are billed on either a subscription or consumption basis. Revenue related to our online offerings that are billed on a subscription basis is recognized ratably over the contract period. Revenue related to online offerings that are billed on a consumption basis, is recognized when the customer consumes the related service. Other Solutions Revenue from our Credit Karma segment is primarily comprised of revenue from the delivery of qualified links that result in completed actions, or cost-per-action transactions. Credit Karma also generates revenue from cost-per-click and cost-per-lead transactions. All revenue from our Credit Karma segment is included in service and other revenue on our consolidated statement of operations. Cost-per-action revenue is earned based on a pre-determined fee for approved actions such as when credit cards are issued or when personal loans and other loans to businesses are funded and is recognized as the actions are completed. Cost-per-click and cost-per-lead revenue is primarily related to mortgage and insurance businesses. Cost-per-click revenue is earned as users click on our customers' advertisements and is recognized based on the number of clicks recorded each month. Cost-per-lead revenue is earned via customer advertisements that allow the generation of leads from consumers interested in the advertised products and is recognized at the time a consumer request or lead is delivered to the customer. Revenue from the sale of our financial supplies, such as printed check stock and hardware, such as retail point-of-sale equipment and credit card readers for mobile phones, is recognized when control is transferred to the customer which is generally when the products are shipped. We also have revenue-sharing and royalty arrangements with third-party partners and recognize this revenue as earned based upon reporting provided to us by our partners. In instances where we do not have reporting from our partners, we estimate revenue based on information available to us at the time. Product Revenue and Service and Other Revenue Product revenue includes revenue from: QuickBooks Desktop software licenses and version protection; consumer and professional tax desktop licenses and the related form updates; desktop payroll licenses and related updates; and financial supplies. Service and other revenue includes revenue from: our online offerings discussed above; support, electronic filing services and connected services included with our desktop offerings; merchant payment processing services for our desktop offerings; and revenue-sharing and royalty arrangements. We record revenue net of sales tax obligations. For payroll services, we generally require customers to remit payroll tax funds to us in advance of the payroll date via electronic funds transfer. We include in total net revenue the interest earned on these funds between the time that we collect them from customers and the time that we remit them to outside parties. Revenue for electronic payment processing services that we provide to merchants is recorded net of interchange fees charged by credit card associations. Judgments and Estimates Our contracts with customers often include promises to transfer multiple products and services to a customer. In determining how revenue should be recognized, a five-step process is used, which requires judgment and estimates. These judgments and estimates include identifying performance obligations in the contract, determining whether the performance obligations are distinct, determining the SSP for each distinct performance obligation, determining the timing of revenue recognition for distinct performance obligations and estimating the amount of variable consideration to include in the transaction price. The functionality of the software licenses included in our consumer and professional tax and payroll desktop offerings is dependent on the related enhancements and updates included in these offerings. Judgment is required to determine whether the software license is considered distinct and accounted for separately, or not distinct and accounted for together with the related updates and recognized over time. Our contracts with customers include promises to transfer various products and services, which are generally capable of being distinct performance obligations. In many cases SSPs for distinct performance obligations are based on directly observable pricing. In instances where the SSP is not directly observable, such as when we do not sell the product or service separately, we determine the SSP using information that may include market conditions and other observable inputs. Our consumer and professional tax desktop products include an on-premise tax software license and related tax form updates that are recognized as the forms and updates are delivered. We measure progress towards complete satisfaction of the software license and related tax form updates using an output method based on the timing of when the tax forms are delivered. We generally provide refunds to customers for product returns and subscription cancellations. We also provide promotional discounts and incentive rebates on retail and distribution sales. These refunds, discounts and incentive rebates are accounted for as variable consideration when estimating the amount of revenue to recognize. Refunds are estimated based on historical experience and current business and economic indicators and updated at the end of each reporting period as additional information becomes available to the extent that it is probable that a significant reversal of any incremental revenue will not occur. Discounts and incentive rebates are estimated based on distributors' and retailers' performance against the terms and conditions of the rebate programs. Deferred Revenue We record deferred revenue when we have entered into a contract with a customer and cash payments are received or due prior to transfer of control or satisfaction of the related performance obligation. During the twelve months ended July 31, 2021, we recognized revenue of $652 million, that was included in deferred revenue at July 31, 2020. During the twelve months ended July 31, 2020, we recognized revenue of $619 million, that was included in deferred revenue at July 31, 2019. Our performance obligations are generally satisfied within 12 months of the initial contract date. As of July 31, 2021 and 2020 , the deferred revenue balance related to performance obligations that will be satisfied after 12 months was $8 million and $13 million, respectively, and is included in other long-term obligations on our consolidated balance sheets. Assets Recognized from the Costs to Obtain a Contract with a Customer Our internal sales commissions are considered incremental costs of obtaining the contract with a customer. Internal sales commissions for subscription offerings where we expect the benefit of those costs to continue longer than one year are capitalized and amortized ratably over the period of benefit, which ranges from three We apply a practical expedient to expense costs incurred to obtain a contract with a customer when the period of benefit is less than one year. These costs primarily include internal and external sales commissions for our consumer and professional tax offerings. Shipping and Handling We record the amounts we charge our customers for the shipping and handling of our software products as product revenue and we record the related costs as cost of product revenue in our consolidated statements of operations. Customer Service and Technical Support We include the costs of customer service and technical support associated with our online or hosted offerings in cost of service and other revenue line in our consolidated statements of operations. We also include the costs of providing technical support for our desktop offerings in cost of service and other revenue. We include the costs of customer service related to desktop offerings in selling and marketing expense in our consolidated statements of operations. Customer service and technical support costs include costs associated with performing order processing, answering customer inquiries by telephone and through websites, e-mail and other electronic means, and providing technical support assistance to customers. We expense the cost of providing this support as incurred. Software Development Costs We expense software development costs as we incur them until technological feasibility has been established, at which time those costs are capitalized until the product is available for general release to customers. To date, our software has been available for general release concurrent with the establishment of technological feasibility and, accordingly, we have not capitalized any development costs. Costs we incur to enhance our existing products or after the general release of the service using the product are expensed in the period they are incurred and included in research and development expense in our consolidated statements of operations. Internal Use Software We capitalize costs related to development of hosted services that we provide to our customers and internal use of enterprise-level business and finance software in support of our operational needs. Costs incurred in the application development phase are capitalized and amortized on a straight-line basis over their useful lives, which are generally three Advertising We expense all advertising costs as we incur them to selling and marketing expense in our consolidated statements of operations. We recorded advertising expense of approximately $1.1 billion for the twelve months ended July 31, 2021, $778 million for the twelve months ended July 31, 2020, and $800 million for the twelve months ended July 31, 2019. Leases Our leases are primarily operating leases for office facilities. We do not have significant finance leases. We determine if an arrangement is a lease and classify it as either a finance or operating lease at lease inception. Operating leases are included in operating lease right-of-use (ROU) assets, other current liabilities, and operating lease liabilities on our consolidated balance sheets. Operating lease liabilities are recognized at the lease commencement date based on the present value of the future minimum lease payments over the lease term. Our leases generally do not have a readily determinable implicit rate, therefore we use our incremental borrowing rate at the commencement date in determining the present value of future payments. Our incremental borrowing rate is determined based on a yield curve derived from publicly traded bond offerings for companies with similar credit ratings to us. Our lease terms may include options to purchase, extend or terminate the lease when it is reasonably certain that we will exercise that option. We account for the lease and non-lease components as a single lease component. We measure ROU assets based on the corresponding lease liabilities adjusted for any initial direct costs and prepaid lease payments made to the lessor before or at the commencement date, net of lease incentives. Lease expense for minimum lease payments is recognized on a straight-line basis over the lease term. Variable lease payments are not included in the calculation of the ROU asset and lease liability and are recognized as lease expense is incurred. Our variable lease payments generally relate to amounts paid to lessors for common area maintenance under our real estate leases. Our subleases generally do not relieve us of our primary obligations under the corresponding head lease. As a result, we account for the head lease based on the original assessment at inception. We determine if the sublease arrangement is either a sales-type, direct financing, or operating lease at inception. If the total remaining lease cost on the head lease for the term of the sublease is greater than the anticipated sublease income, the ROU asset is assessed for impairment. Our subleases are generally operating leases and we recognize sublease income on a straight-line basis over the sublease term. Capitalization of Interest Expense We capitalize interest on capital projects, including facilities build-out projects and internal use computer software projects. Capitalization commences with the first expenditure for the project and continues until the project is substantially complete and ready for its intended use. We amortize capitalized interest to depreciation expense using the straight-line method over the same lives as the related assets. Capitalized interest was not significant for any period presented. Foreign Currency The functional currencies of our international operating subsidiaries are generally the local currencies. We translate the assets and liabilities of our foreign subsidiaries at the exchange rates in effect on the balance sheet date. We translate their revenue, costs and expenses at the average rates of exchange in effect during the period. We include translation gains and losses in the stockholders’ equity section of our consolidated balance sheets. We include net gains and losses resulting from foreign exchange transactions in interest and other income in our consolidated statements of operations. Translation gains and losses and transaction gains and losses were not significant for any period presented. Income Taxes We estimate our income taxes based on the various jurisdictions where we conduct business. Significant judgment is required in determining our worldwide income tax provision. We estimate our current tax liability and assess temporary differences that result from differing treatments of certain items for tax and accounting purposes. These differences result in deferred tax assets and liabilities, which we show on our consolidated balance sheet. We must then assess the likelihood that our deferred tax assets will be realized. To the extent we believe that realization is not likely, we establish a valuation allowance. When we establish a valuation allowance or increase this allowance in an accounting period, we record a corresponding income tax expense in our consolidated statement of operations. We review the need for a valuation allowance to reflect uncertainties about whether we will be able to utilize some of our deferred tax assets before they expire. The valuation allowance analysis is based on our estimates of taxable income for the jurisdictions in which we operate and the periods over which our deferred tax assets will be realizable. While we have considered future taxable income in assessing the need for a valuation allowance for the periods presented, we could be required to record a valuation allowance to take into account additional deferred tax assets that we may be unable to realize. An increase in the valuation allowance would have an adverse impact, which could be material, on our income tax provision and net income in the period in which we record the increase. We recognize and measure benefits for uncertain tax positions using a two-step approach. The first step is to evaluate the tax position taken or expected to be taken in a tax return by determining if the weight of available evidence indicates that it is more likely than not that the tax position will be sustained upon audit, including resolution of any related appeals or litigation processes. For tax positions that are more likely than not of being sustained upon audit, the second step is to measure the tax benefit as the largest amount that is more than 50% likely of being realized upon settlement. Significant judgment is required to evaluate uncertain tax positions. We evaluate our uncertain tax positions on a quarterly basis. Our evaluations are based upon a number of factors, including changes in facts or circumstances, changes in tax law, correspondence with tax authorities during the course of audits and effective settlement of audit issues. Changes in the recognition or measurement of uncertain tax positions could result in material increases or decreases in our income tax expense in the period in which we make the change, which could have a material impact on our effective tax rate and operating results. A description of our accounting policies associated with tax-related contingencies and valuation allowances assumed as part of a business combination is provided under “Business Combinations” below. Computation of Net Income (Loss) Per Share We compute basic net income or loss per share using the weighted average number of common shares outstanding during the period. We compute diluted net income per share using the weighted average number of common shares and dilutive potential common shares outstanding during the period. Dilutive potential common shares consist of the shares issuable upon the exercise of stock options and upon the vesting of restricted stock units (RSUs) under the treasury stock method. We include stock options with combined exercise prices and unrecognized compensation expense that are less than the average market price for our common stock, and RSUs with unrecognized compensation expense that is less than the average market price for our common stock, in the calculation of diluted net income per share. We exclude stock options with combined exercise prices and unrecognized compensation expense that are greater than the average market price for our common stock, and RSUs with unrecognized compensation expense that is greater than the average market price for our common stock, from the calculation of diluted net income per share because their effect is anti-dilutive. Under the treasury stock method, the amount that must be paid to exercise stock options and the amount of compensation expense for future service that we have not yet recognized for stock options and RSUs are assumed to be used to repurchase shares. All of the RSUs we grant have dividend rights. Dividend rights are accumulated and paid when the underlying RSUs vest. Since the dividend rights are subject to the same vesting requirements as the underlying equity awards they are considered a contingent transfer of value. Consequently, the RSUs are not considered participating securities and we do not present them separately in earnings per share. The following table presents the composition of shares used in the computation of basic and diluted net income per share for the periods indicated. Twelve Months Ended July 31, (In millions, except per share amounts) 2021 2020 2019 Numerator: Net income $ 2,062 $ 1,826 $ 1,557 Denominator: Shares used in basic per share amounts: Weighted average common shares outstanding 270 261 260 Shares used in diluted per share amounts: Weighted average common shares outstanding 270 261 260 Dilutive common equivalent shares from stock options and restricted stock awards 3 3 4 Dilutive weighted average common shares outstanding 273 264 264 Basic and diluted net income per share: Basic net income per share $ 7.65 $ 6.99 $ 5.99 Diluted net income per share $ 7.56 $ 6.92 $ 5.89 Shares excluded from diluted net income per share: Weighted average stock options and restricted stock units that have been excluded from dilutive common equivalent shares outstanding due to their anti-dilutive effect — — 1 Cash Equivalents and Investments We consider highly liquid investments with maturities of three months or less at the date of purchase to be cash equivalents. In all periods presented, cash equivalents consist primarily of money market funds and time deposits. Investments consist primarily of investment-grade available-for-sale debt securities. Except for direct obligations of the United States government, securities issued by agencies of the United States government, and money market funds, we diversify our investments by limiting our holdings with any individual issuer. We use the specific identification method to compute gains and losses on investments. We record unrealized gains and losses on investments, net of tax, in accumulated other comprehensive income in the stockholders’ equity section of our consolidated balance sheets and reflect unrealized gain and loss activity in other comprehensive income on our consolidated statement of comprehensive income. We generally classify available-for-sale debt securities as current assets based upon our ability and intent to use any and all of these securities as necessary to satisfy the significant short-term liquidity requirements that may arise from the highly seasonal nature of our businesses. Because of our significant business seasonality, stock repurchase programs, and acquisition opportunities, cash flow requirements may fluctuate dramatically from quarter to quarter and require us to use a significant amount of the investments we hold as available-for-sale. Accounts Receivable and Allowances for Doubtful Accounts Accounts receivable are recorded at the invoiced amount and are not interest bearing. We maintain an allowance for doubtful accounts to reserve for credit losses. In determining the amount of the allowance, we consider our historical level of credit losses, current economic trends that might impact the level of future credit losses, customer-specific information, and reasonable and supportable forecasts of future economic conditions to inform adjustments to historical loss data. We make judgments about the creditworthiness of significant customers based on ongoing credit evaluations. When we determine that amounts are uncollectible we write them off against the allowance. Notes Receivable and Allowances for Loan Losses Notes receivable consist of term loans to small businesses and are included in prepaid expenses and other current assets and other assets on our consolidated balance sheets. As of July 31, 2021 and July 31, 2020, the notes receivable balance was $139 million and $40 million, respectively, and the allowances for loan losses were not material. The term loans are not secured and are recorded at amortized cost, net of allowances for loan losses. We maintain an allowance for loan losses to reserve for potentially uncollectible notes receivable. We evaluate the creditworthiness of our loan portfolio on a pooled basis due to its composition of small, homogeneous loans with similar general credit risk and characteristics and apply a loss rate at the time of loan origination. The loss rate and underlying model are updated periodically to reflect actual loan performance and changes in assumptions. We make judgments about the known and inherent risks in the loan portfolio, adverse situations that may affect borrowers’ ability to repay and current economic conditions. When we determine that amounts are uncollectible, we write them off against the allowance. Paycheck Protection Program - In April 2020, Intuit was approved as a non-bank Small Business Administration (SBA) lender for the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP). The PPP was authorized under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act) to provide small businesses loans to pay payroll and group health |
Fair Value Measurements
Fair Value Measurements | 12 Months Ended |
Jul. 31, 2021 | |
Fair Value Disclosures [Abstract] | |
Fair Value Measurements | 2. Fair Value Measurements Fair Value Hierarchy The authoritative guidance defines fair value as the price that would be received from the sale of an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants on the measurement date. When determining fair value, we consider the principal or most advantageous market for an asset or liability and assumptions that market participants would use when pricing the asset or liability. In addition, we consider and use all valuation methods that are appropriate in estimating the fair value of an asset or liability. The authoritative guidance establishes a fair value hierarchy that is based on the extent and level of judgment used to estimate the fair value of assets and liabilities. In general, the authoritative guidance requires us to maximize the use of observable inputs and minimize the use of unobservable inputs when measuring fair value. An asset or liability’s categorization within the fair value hierarchy is based upon the lowest level of input that is significant to the measurement of its fair value. The three levels of input defined by the authoritative guidance are as follows: • Level 1 uses unadjusted quoted prices that are available in active markets for identical assets or liabilities. • Level 2 uses inputs other than quoted prices included in Level 1 that are either directly or indirectly observable through correlation with market data. These include quoted prices in active markets for similar assets or liabilities: quoted prices for identical or similar assets or liabilities in markets that are not active; and inputs to valuation models or other pricing methodologies that do not require significant judgment because the inputs used in the model, such as interest rates and volatility, can be corroborated by readily observable market data for substantially the full term of the assets or liabilities. • Level 3 uses one or more unobservable inputs that are supported by little or no market activity and that are significant to the determination of fair value. Level 3 assets and liabilities include those whose fair values are determined using pricing models, discounted cash flow methodologies or similar valuation techniques and significant management judgment or estimation. Assets and Liabilities Measured at Fair Value on a Recurring Basis The following table summarizes financial assets and financial liabilities that we measured at fair value on a recurring basis at the dates indicated, classified in accordance with the fair value hierarchy described above. At July 31, 2021 At July 31, 2020 (In millions) Level 1 Level 2 Total Level 1 Level 2 Total Assets: Cash equivalents, primarily money market funds and time deposits $ 1,660 $ — $ 1,660 $ 5,765 $ — $ 5,765 Available-for-sale debt securities: Municipal bonds — 38 38 — 9 9 Corporate notes — 1,400 1,400 — 752 752 U.S. agency securities — 70 70 — 47 47 Total available-for-sale securities — 1,508 1,508 — 808 808 Total assets measured at fair value on a recurring basis $ 1,660 $ 1,508 $ 3,168 $ 5,765 $ 808 $ 6,573 Liabilities: Senior unsecured notes (1) $ — $ 1,986 $ 1,986 $ — $ 2,042 $ 2,042 (1) Carrying value on our balance sheet at July 31, 2021 and July 31, 2020 was $1.99 billion and $1.98 billion, respectively. See Note 8, “Long-Term Obligations and Commitments” for more information. The following table summarizes our cash equivalents and available-for-sale debt securities by balance sheet classification and level in the fair value hierarchy at the dates shown: At July 31, 2021 At July 31, 2020 (In millions) Level 1 Level 2 Total Level 1 Level 2 Total Cash equivalents: In cash and cash equivalents $ 1,660 $ — $ 1,660 $ 5,765 $ — $ 5,765 Available-for-sale debt securities: In investments $ — $ 1,308 $ 1,308 $ — $ 608 $ 608 In funds held for customers — 200 200 — 200 200 Total available-for-sale debt securities $ — $ 1,508 $ 1,508 $ — $ 808 $ 808 We value our Level 1 assets, consisting primarily of money market funds and time deposits, using quoted prices in active markets for identical instruments. Financial assets whose fair values we measure on a recurring basis using Level 2 inputs consist of municipal bonds, corporate notes and U.S. agency securities. We measure the fair values of these assets with the help of a pricing service that either provides quoted market prices in active markets for identical or similar securities or uses observable inputs for their pricing without applying significant adjustments. Our fair value processes include controls designed to ensure that we record appropriate fair values for our Level 2 investments. These controls include comparison to pricing provided by a secondary pricing service or investment manager, validation of pricing sources and models, review of key model inputs, analysis of period-over-period price fluctuations, and independent recalculation of prices where appropriate. Financial assets whose fair values we measure using Level 3 inputs consist of loans held for sale. These loans are recorded at the lower of cost or fair value. We had no loans held for sale at July 31, 2021 and $98 million at July 31, 2020. The difference between cost and fair value was not material. Financial liabilities whose fair values we measure using Level 2 inputs consist of senior unsecured notes. See Note 8, “Long-Term Obligations and Commitments” for more information. We measure the fair value of our senior unsecured notes based on their trading prices and the interest rates we could obtain for other borrowings with similar terms. There were no transfers between Level 1, Level 2, and Level 3 of the fair value hierarchy during the twelve months ended July 31, 2021, 2020 or 2019. Assets and Liabilities Measured at Fair Value on a Non-Recurring Basis Assets measured at fair value on a non-recurring basis include reporting units measured at fair value in a goodwill impairment test and our long-term investments. Estimates of fair value for reporting units fall under Level 3 of the fair value hierarchy. During the fourth quarters of fiscal 2021, fiscal 2020, and fiscal 2019 we performed our annual goodwill impairment tests. Using the methodology described in Note 1, we determined that the estimated fair values of all of our reporting units exceeded their carrying values and that they were not impaired. Long-term investments represent non-marketable equity securities in privately held companies that do not have a readily determinable fair value. They are accounted for at cost and adjusted based on observable price changes from orderly transactions for identical or similar investments of the same issuer or impairment. These investments are classified as Level 3 in the fair value hierarchy because we estimate the value based on valuation methods which may include a combination of the observable transaction price at the transaction date and other unobservable inputs including volatility, rights, and obligations of the investments we hold. As of July 31, 2021 and July 31, 2020, the carrying value of long-term investments was $43 million and $19 million, respectively, and adjustments to the carrying value of these investments for the twelve months ended July 31, 2021 were not significant. |
Cash and Cash Equivalents, Inve
Cash and Cash Equivalents, Investments, and Funds Held for Customers | 12 Months Ended |
Jul. 31, 2021 | |
Cash and Cash Equivalents, Investments and Funds Held for Customers [Abstract] | |
Cash and Cash Equivalents, Investments, and Funds Held for Customers | 3. Cash and Cash Equivalents, Investments, and Funds Held for Customers The following table summarizes our cash and cash equivalents, investments and funds held for customers by balance sheet classification at the dates indicated. July 31, 2021 July 31, 2020 (In millions) Amortized Cost Fair Value Amortized Cost Fair Value Classification on consolidated balance sheets: Cash and cash equivalents $ 2,562 $ 2,562 $ 6,442 $ 6,442 Investments 1,305 1,308 600 608 Funds held for customers 456 457 455 455 Total cash and cash equivalents, investments, and funds $ 4,323 $ 4,327 $ 7,497 $ 7,505 The following table summarizes our cash and cash equivalents, investments and funds held for customers by investment category at the dates indicated. July 31, 2021 July 31, 2020 (In millions) Amortized Cost Fair Value Amortized Cost Fair Value Type of issue: Total cash, cash equivalents, restricted cash, and restricted cash equivalents $ 2,819 $ 2,819 $ 6,697 $ 6,697 Available-for-sale debt securities: Municipal bonds 37 38 9 9 Corporate notes 1,397 1,400 744 752 U.S. agency securities 70 70 47 47 Total available-for-sale debt securities 1,504 1,508 800 808 Total cash, cash equivalents, restricted cash, restricted cash equivalents, and investments $ 4,323 $ 4,327 $ 7,497 $ 7,505 We include realized gains and losses on our available-for-sale debt securities in interest and other income or expense on our consolidated statements of operations. Gross realized gains and losses on our available-for-sale debt securities for the twelve months ended July 31, 2021, 2020 and 2019 were not significant. We accumulate unrealized gains and losses on our available-for-sale debt securities, net of tax, in accumulated other comprehensive income or loss in the stockholders’ equity section of our consolidated balance sheets, except for certain unrealized losses described below. Gross unrealized gains and losses on our available-for-sale debt securities at July 31, 2021 and July 31, 2020 were not significant. For available-for sale debt securities in an unrealized loss position, we determine whether a credit loss exists. The estimate of the credit loss is determined by considering available information relevant to the collectibility of the security and information about past events, current conditions, and reasonable and supportable forecasts. The allowance for credit loss is recorded to interest and other income on our consolidated statement of operations, not to exceed the amount of the unrealized loss. Any excess unrealized loss greater than the credit loss at a security level is recognized in accumulated other comprehensive income or loss in the stockholders' equity section of our consolidated balance sheets. We determined there were no credit losses related to available-for-sale securities as of July 31, 2021 . Unrealized losses on available-for-sale debt securities at July 31, 2021 were not significant. We do not intend to sell these investments. In addition, it is m ore likely than not that we will not be required to sell them before recovery of the amortized cost basis, which may be at maturity. The following table summarizes our available-for-sale debt securities, included in investments and funds held for customers, classified by the stated maturity date of the security at the dates indicated. July 31, 2021 July 31, 2020 (In millions) Amortized Cost Fair Value Amortized Cost Fair Value Due within one year $ 551 $ 553 $ 389 $ 390 Due within two years 550 551 256 261 Due within three years 398 398 137 139 Due after three years 5 6 18 18 Total available-for-sale debt securities $ 1,504 $ 1,508 $ 800 $ 808 The following table summarizes our funds held for customers by investment category at the dates indicated. (In millions) July 31, 2021 July 31, 2020 July 31, 2019 July 31, 2018 Restricted cash and restricted cash equivalents $ 257 $ 255 $ 236 $ 167 Restricted available-for-sale debt securities 200 200 200 200 Total funds held for customers $ 457 $ 455 $ 436 $ 367 |
Property and Equipment
Property and Equipment | 12 Months Ended |
Jul. 31, 2021 | |
Property, Plant and Equipment [Abstract] | |
Property and Equipment | 4. Property and Equipment Property and equipment consisted of the following at the dates indicated: Life in July 31, (Dollars in millions) Years 2021 2020 Equipment 3-5 $ 199 $ 226 Computer software 2-6 899 870 Furniture and fixtures 5 96 93 Leasehold improvements 2-16 350 298 Land NA 79 79 Buildings 5-30 375 372 Capital in progress NA 122 90 2,120 2,028 Less accumulated depreciation and amortization (1,340) (1,294) Total property and equipment, net $ 780 $ 734 __________________________ NA = Not Applicable Capital in progress at July 31, 2021 and 2020 consisted primarily of costs related to various buildings and site improvements that have not yet been placed into service. As discussed in Note 1, “Description of Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies – Internal Use Software , ” we capitalize costs related to the development of computer software for internal use. We capitalized internal use software costs totaling $72 million for the twelve months ended July 31, 2021; $78 million for the twelve months ended July 31, 2020; and $79 million for the twelve months ended July 31, 2019. These amounts included capitalized labor costs of $30 million, $40 million, and $43 million, respectively. Costs related to internal use software projects are included in the capital in progress category of property and equipment until project completion, at which time they are transferred to the computer software category. |
Goodwill and Acquired Intangibl
Goodwill and Acquired Intangible Assets | 12 Months Ended |
Jul. 31, 2021 | |
Goodwill and Intangible Assets Disclosure [Abstract] | |
Goodwill and Acquired Intangible Assets | 5. Goodwill and Acquired Intangible Assets Goodwill Changes in the carrying value of goodwill by reportable segment during the twelve months ended July 31, 2021 and July 31, 2020 were as shown in the following table. Our reportable segments are described in Note 14, “Segment Information.” (In millions) Balance Goodwill Acquired Foreign Currency Translation Balance Goodwill Acquired Foreign Currency Translation Balance Small Business & Self-Employed $ 1,518 $ — $ — $ 1,518 $ 59 $ 1 $ 1,578 Consumer 42 — — 42 — — 42 ProConnect 95 — (1) 94 — 1 95 Credit Karma — — — — 3,898 — 3,898 Totals $ 1,655 $ — $ (1) $ 1,654 $ 3,957 $ 2 $ 5,613 Goodwill is net of accumulated impairment losses of $114 million, which were recorded prior to July 31, 2019 and are included in our Consumer segment. The increase in goodwill during the twelve months ended July 31, 2021 was primarily due to the acquisition of Credit Karma. Acquired Intangible Assets The following table shows the cost, accumulated amortization and weighted average life in years for our acquired intangible assets at the dates indicated. The increases in intangible assets during the twelve months ended July 31, 2021 were primarily related to the acquisition of Credit Karma. See Note 6, “ Business Combinations .” The weighted average lives are calculated for assets that are not fully amortized. (Dollars in millions) Customer Purchased Trade Covenants Total At July 31, 2021: Cost $ 3,038 $ 686 $ 400 $ 42 $ 4,166 Accumulated amortization (377) (455) (41) (41) (914) Acquired intangible assets, net $ 2,661 $ 231 $ 359 $ 1 $ 3,252 Weighted average life in years 15 5 15 3 14 At July 31, 2020: Cost $ 256 $ 421 $ 25 $ 42 $ 744 Accumulated amortization (248) (404) (25) (39) (716) Acquired intangible assets, net $ 8 $ 17 $ — $ 3 $ 28 Weighted average life in years 5 3 0 3 4 The following table shows the expected future amortization expense for our acquired intangible assets at July 31, 2021. Amortization of purchased technology is charged to amortization of acquired technology in our consolidated statements of operations. Amortization of other acquired intangible assets such as customer lists is charged to amortization of other acquired intangible assets in our consolidated statements of operations. If impairment events occur, they could accelerate the timing of acquired intangible asset charges. (In millions) Expected Twelve months ending July 31, 2022 $ 274 2023 264 2024 248 2025 247 2026 247 Thereafter 1,972 Total expected future amortization expense $ 3,252 |
Business Combinations
Business Combinations | 12 Months Ended |
Jul. 31, 2021 | |
Business Combination and Asset Acquisition [Abstract] | |
Business Combinations | 6. Business Combinations Credit Karma On December 3, 2020 we acquired all of the outstanding shares of Credit Karma, a consumer technology platform. We acquired Credit Karma to help consumers unlock smart money decisions and accelerate our mission of powering prosperity around the world, by creating a personal financial assistant that helps consumers find the right financial products, put more money in their pockets and access financial expertise and advice. Credit Karma is a separate reportable segment. See Note 14, "Segment Information," for more information. We have included the financial results of Credit Karma in the consolidated financial statements from the date of acquisition. For the twelve months ended July 31, 2021 and July 31, 2020, the transaction costs associated with the acquisition were approximately $31 million and $28 million, respectively, and were recorded in general and administrative expenses. We acquired Credit Karma for total consideration of $8.1 billion which included assumed equity awards and restricted shares subject to a revest provision. The fair value of the purchase consideration totaled $7.2 billion and included $3.4 billion in cash, 10.6 million shares of Intuit common stock with a fair value of $3.8 billion and assumed equity awards for services rendered through the acquisition date of $47 million. We also issued shares of common stock with a fair value of $275 million which are restricted due to a revest provision, and are being be expensed over a service period of three years. The share-based compensation expense related to these restricted shares is non-deductible for income tax purposes. Additionally, we assumed equity awards for future services with a fair value of $663 million that are being charged to expense over the remaining service periods, which average approximately three years. The fair value of the stock consideration is based on the December 2, 2020 closing price of Intuit common stock of $355.49. As part of the merger agreement, following the close of the transaction, we issued approximately $300 million of restricted stock units to the employees of Credit Karma, which is being charged to expense over a service period of four years. The preliminary allocation of the Credit Karma purchase price is as follows: (In millions) Amount Cash and cash equivalents $ 436 Accounts receivable, net 141 Income taxes receivable 59 Prepaid expenses and other current assets 7 Long-term investments 3 Property and equipment, net 63 Operating lease right-of-use assets 167 Goodwill 3,898 Intangible assets 3,372 Other assets 81 Accounts payable (86) Accrued compensation and related liabilities (113) Other current liabilities (24) Operating lease liabilities (172) Long-term deferred income tax liabilities (627) Other long-term obligations (10) Total preliminary purchase price allocation $ 7,195 The excess of purchase consideration over the fair value of the net assets acquired was recorded as goodwill, which is primarily attributed to the assembled workforce of Credit Karma and the synergies expected to be achieved. This goodwill is assigned to the new Credit Karma segment and is non-deductible for income tax purposes. The fair values assigned to tangible assets acquired and liabilities assumed are preliminary based on management's estimates and assumptions and may be subject to change as additional information is received and certain tax returns are finalized. We expect to finalize the valuation as soon as practicable, but not later than one year from the acquisition date. Intangible assets consist of user relationships, trade names/trademarks, purchased technology, and partner relationships. We amortize purchased intangible assets on a straight-line basis over their respective useful lives. The weighted average life of the total acquired identifiable intangible assets is 14.4 years. The following table presents the details of identifiable intangible assets acquired. (In millions, except years) Estimated Useful Life Amount User relationships 15 years $ 2,781 Trade names/Trademarks 15 years 375 Purchased technology 6 years 216 Total identifiable intangible assets $ 3,372 The following table summarizes the long-term deferred income tax assets and liabilities included in the purchase price allocation above: (In millions) Amount Intangibles $ (851) Federal and state net operating loss carryforwards 138 Federal research and experimentation credit carryforwards 51 Other, net 35 Total net long-term deferred income tax liabilities $ (627) The unaudited financial information in the table below summarizes the combined results of operations of Intuit and Credit Karma on a pro forma basis, as though the companies had been combined as of the beginning of our fiscal 2020. These pro forma results were based on estimates and assumptions, which we believe are reasonable. The pro forma financial information is presented for informational purposes only and is not indicative of the results of operations that would have been achieved if the acquisition had taken place at the beginning of our fiscal 2020. The pro forma financial information assumes our senior unsecured notes were issued as of the beginning of our fiscal 2020 and includes adjustments to share-based compensation expense, amortization for acquired intangible assets, interest expense, transaction costs, capitalization and amortization of certain activities associated with the development of internal use software to conform with Intuit's accounting policy, and related tax effects. The pro forma financial information for the twelve months ended July 31, 2021 combines our results for the twelve months ended July 31, 2021, which include the results of Credit Karma subsequent to December 3, 2020, and the historical results for Credit Karma for the three months ended September 30, 2020 and one month ended November 30, 2020. The pro forma financial information for the twelve months ended July 31, 2020 combines our results for the twelve months ended July 31, 2020 and the historical results for Credit Karma for the twelve months ended June 30, 2020. The following table summarizes the pro forma financial information: Twelve Months Ended July 31, (In millions) 2021 2020 Total revenue $ 9,876 $ 8,549 Net income $ 1,977 $ 1,319 Basic net income per share $ 7.21 $ 4.85 Diluted net income per share $ 7.11 $ 4.80 |
Current Liabilities
Current Liabilities | 12 Months Ended |
Jul. 31, 2021 | |
Other Liabilities Disclosure [Abstract] | |
Current Liabilities | 7. Current Liabilities Short-Term Debt On May 2, 2019 we entered into an amended and restated credit agreement with certain institutional lenders with an aggregate principal amount of $1.4 billion, including a $1 billion unsecured revolving credit facility that matures on May 2, 2024 and a $400 million unsecured term loan that was due on February 1, 2021. Unsecured Revolving Credit Facility The amended and restated credit agreement we entered into on May 2, 2019 includes a $1 billion unsecured revolving credit facility that will expire on May 2, 2024. Under this agreement we may, subject to certain customary conditions including lender approval, on one or more occasions increase commitments under the unsecured revolving credit facility in an amount not to exceed $250 million in the aggregate and may extend the maturity date up to two times. Advances under the unsecured revolving credit facility accrue interest at rates that are equal to, at our election, either Bank of America's alternate base rate plus a margin that ranges from 0.0% to 0.1% or the London Interbank Offered Rate (LIBOR) plus a margin that ranges from 0.69% to 1.1%. Actual margins under either election will be based on our senior debt credit ratings. The amended and restated credit agreement includes customary affirmative and negative covenants, including financial covenants that require us to maintain a ratio of total gross debt to annual earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization (EBITDA) of not greater than 3.25 to 1.00 as of any date and a ratio of annual EBITDA to annual interest expense of not less than 3.00 to 1.00 as of the last day of each fiscal quarter. As of July 31, 2021 we were compliant with all required covenants. We repaid the $1 billion that was outstanding as of July 31, 2020 under this unsecured revolving credit facility during the first quarter of fiscal 2021, and at July 31, 2021 no amounts were outstanding. We paid $1 million for interest on the unsecured revolving credit facility during the twelve months ended July 31, 2021 and $2 million during the twelve months ended July 31, 2020. We paid no interest on the unsecured revolving credit facility during the twelve months ended July 31, 2019. Term Loan On February 1, 2021, we paid the $325 million remaining balance of the term loan upon maturity and at July 31, 2021, no amount was outstanding. The term loan accrued interest at rates that were equal to, at our election, either Bank of America's alternate base rate plus a margin that ranges from 0.0% to 0.125% or LIBOR plus a margin that ranges from 0.625% to 1.125%. Interest on the term loan was payable monthly. We paid $2 million for interest on the term loan during the twelve months ended July 31, 2021, $9 million during the twelve months ended July 31, 2020, and $15 million during the twelve months ended July 31, 2019. Under the amended and restated agreement we may, subject to certain customary conditions including lender approval, on one or more occasions increase commitments under the term loan in an amount not to exceed $400 million in the aggregate. This option continues to be available to us through the expiration of the amended and restated credit agreement on May 2, 2024. Other Current Liabilities Other current liabilities were as follows at the dates indicated: July 31, (In millions) 2021 2020 Executive deferred compensation plan liabilities $ 153 $ 123 Current portion of operating lease liabilities 66 46 Reserve for returns and credits 21 24 Amounts due for share repurchases 17 — Reserve for promotional discounts and rebates 10 11 Current portion of dividend payable 9 6 Interest payable 1 3 Other 84 84 Total other current liabilities $ 361 $ 297 |
Long-Term Obligations and Commi
Long-Term Obligations and Commitments | 12 Months Ended |
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Long-Term Obligations and Commitments [Abstract] | |
Long-Term Obligations and Commitments | 8. Long-Term Obligations and Commitments Senior Unsecured Notes In June 2020 we issued four series of senior unsecured notes (together, the Notes) pursuant to a public debt offering. The proceeds from the issuance were $1.98 billion, net of debt discount of $2 million and debt issuance costs of $15 million. The carrying value of the Notes was as follows at the date indicated: July 31, July 31, Effective (In millions) 2021 2020 Interest Rate Senior unsecured notes issued June 2020: 0.650% notes due July 2023 $ 500 $ 500 0.837% 0.950% notes due July 2025 500 500 1.127% 1.350% notes due July 2027 500 500 1.486% 1.650% notes due July 2030 500 500 1.767% Total senior unsecured notes 2,000 2,000 Unamortized discount and debt issuance costs (14) (17) Net carrying value senior unsecured notes $ 1,986 $ 1,983 Interest is payable semiannually on January 15 and July 15 of each year. The discount and debt issuance costs are amortized to interest expense over the term of the Notes under the effective interest method. We paid $24 million for interest on the Notes during the twelve months ended July 31, 2021 and no interest during the twelve months ended July 31, 2020. The Notes are senior unsecured obligations of Intuit and rank equally with all existing and future unsecured and unsubordinated indebtedness of Intuit and are redeemable by us at any time, subject to a make-whole premium. Upon the occurrence of change of control transactions that are accompanied by certain downgrades in the credit ratings of the Notes, we will be required to repurchase the Notes at a repurchase price equal to 101% of the aggregate outstanding principal plus any accrued and unpaid interest to but not including the date of repurchase. The indenture governing the Notes requires us to comply with certain covenants. For example, the Notes limit our ability to create certain liens and enter into sale and leaseback transactions. As of July 31, 2021 we were compliant with all covenants governing the Notes. Secured Revolving Credit Facility On February 19, 2019 a subsidiary of Intuit entered into a $300 million secured revolving credit facility with a lender to fund a portion of our loans to qualified small businesses. The revolving credit facility is secured by cash and receivables of the subsidiary and is non-recourse to Intuit Inc. We have entered into several amendments to the secured revolving credit facility, most recently on July 16, 2021, primarily to extend the commitment term and maturity date. Under the amended agreement, $150 million of the facility is committed and $150 million is uncommitted. Advances accrue interest at LIBOR plus 1.5%. Unused portions of the committed credit facility accrue interest at a rate ranging from 0.25% to 0.75%, depending on the total unused committed balance. The commitment term is through July 17, 2023 and the final maturity date is January 17, 2024. The amended agreement allows for the transition of the benchmark interest rate used to calculate finance charges from LIBOR to the Secured Overnight Finance Rate (SOFR) plus related benchmark adjustments that represent the prevailing market convention for dollar-denominated syndicated credit facilities. The agreement includes certain affirmative and negative covenants, including financial covenants that require the subsidiary to maintain specified financial ratios. As of July 31, 2021 we were compliant with all required covenants. At July 31, 2021, $48 million was outstanding under this facility and the weighted-average interest rate was 3.21%, which includes the interest on the unused committed portion. The outstanding balance is secured by cash and receivables of the subsidiary totaling $199 million. Interest on the facility is payable monthly. We paid $3 million for interest on the secured revolving credit facility during each of the twelve months ended July 31, 2021 and 2020. Future principal payments for long-term debt at July 31, 2021 were as shown in the table below. (In millions) Fiscal year ending July 31, 2022 $ — 2023 500 2024 48 2025 500 2026 — Thereafter 1,000 Total commitments $ 2,048 Other Long-Term Obligations Other long-term obligations were as follows at the dates indicated: July 31, (In millions) 2021 2020 Long-term income tax liabilities $ 24 $ 10 Total dividend payable 17 12 Long-term deferred revenue 8 13 Other 15 17 Total long-term obligations 64 52 Less current portion (included in other current liabilities) (11) (10) Long-term obligations due after one year $ 53 $ 42 Unconditional Purchase Obligations In the ordinary course of business we enter into certain unconditional purchase obligations with our suppliers. These are agreements to purchase products and services that are enforceable, legally binding, and specify terms that include fixed or minimum quantities to be purchased; fixed, minimum or variable price provisions; and the approximate timing of the payments. Annual minimum commitments under purchase obligations at July 31, 2021 were as shown in the table below. (In millions) Purchase Fiscal year ending July 31, 2022 $ 205 2023 147 2024 68 2025 58 2026 53 Thereafter — Total commitments $ 531 |
Leases
Leases | 12 Months Ended |
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Leases [Abstract] | |
Leases | 9. Leases We lease office facilities under non-cancellable operating lease arrangements. Our facility leases generally provide for periodic rent increases and may contain escalation clauses and renewal options. Our leases have remaining lease terms of up to 10 years, some of which include one or more options to extend the leases for up to 10 years per option, generally at rates to be determined in accordance with the agreements. Options to extend the lease are included in the lease liability if they are reasonably certain of being exercised. We do not have significant finance leases. We sublease certain office facilities to third parties. These subleases have remaining lease terms of up to 4 years, some of which include one or more options to extend the subleases for up to 5 years per option. In March 2020, we entered into an agreement to terminate an office facility lease and related sublease, which were due to expire in 2025 and 2022, respectively. As a result, we reduced our operating lease right-of-use assets and lease liabilities by $61 million during the twelve months ended July 31, 2020. The components of lease expense were as follows: Twelve Months Ended July 31, (In millions) 2021 2020 Operating lease cost (1) $ 75 $ 69 Variable lease cost 11 13 Sublease income (16) (22) Total net lease cost $ 70 $ 60 (1) Includes short-term leases, which are not significant for the twelve months ended July 31, 2021 or 2020. Prior to the adoption of ASC 842 on August 1, 2019, rent expense under operating leases, net of sublease income was $42 million for the twelve months ended July 31, 2019. Sublease income was $24 million for the twelve months ended July 31, 2019. Supplemental cash flow information related to operating leases was as follows: Twelve Months Ended July 31, 2021 2020 (In millions) Cash paid for amounts included in the measurement of operating lease liabilities $ 76 $ 70 Right-of-use assets obtained in exchange for new operating lease liabilities (1) $ 60 $ 346 (1) For the twelve months ended July 31, 2020, this includes $319 million for operating leases existing on August 1, 2019 and $27 million for operating leases that commenced during fiscal 2020. Other information related to operating leases was as follows at the dates indicated: July 31, 2021 2020 Weighted-average remaining lease term for operating leases 6.8 years 5.5 years Weighted-average discount rate for operating leases 2.3 % 3.1 % Future minimum lease payments under non-cancellable operating leases as of July 31, 2021 were as follows: (In millions) Operating Leases (1) Fiscal year ending July 31, 2022 $ 76 2023 81 2024 78 2025 62 2026 45 Thereafter 139 Total future minimum lease payments 481 Less imputed interest (35) Present value of lease liabilities $ 446 (1) Non-cancellable sublease proceeds for the fiscal years ending July 31, 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025 of $18 million, $11 million, $8 million, and $4 million, respectively, are not included in the table above. Supplemental balance sheet information related to operating leases was as follows at the date indicated: July 31, (In millions) 2021 2020 Operating lease right-of-use assets $ 380 $ 226 Other current liabilities $ 66 $ 46 Operating lease liabilities 380 221 Total operating lease liabilities $ 446 $ 267 As of July 31, 2021, we have additional operating leases of $43 million, primarily for office facilities, that have not yet commenced and therefore are not reflected on the consolidated balance sheet nor in the tables above. These operating leases will commence in fiscal year 2022 with lease terms of 1 to 11 years. |
Income Taxes
Income Taxes | 12 Months Ended |
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Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract] | |
Income Taxes | 10. Income Taxes The provision for income taxes consisted of the following for the periods indicated: Twelve Months Ended July 31, (In millions) 2021 2020 2019 Current: Federal $ 399 $ 372 $ 271 State 121 79 67 Foreign 17 21 14 Total current 537 472 352 Deferred: Federal (33) (47) (23) State (11) (47) (4) Foreign 1 (6) (1) Total deferred (43) (100) (28) Total provision for income taxes $ 494 $ 372 $ 324 We recognized excess tax benefits on share-based compensation of $126 million, $90 million, and $120 million in the provision for income taxes for the twelve months ended July 31, 2021, 2020, and 2019, respectively. The sources of income before the provision for income taxes consisted of the following for the periods indicated: Twelve Months Ended July 31, (In millions) 2021 2020 2019 United States $ 2,497 $ 2,206 $ 1,826 Foreign 59 (8) 55 Total $ 2,556 $ 2,198 $ 1,881 Differences between income taxes calculated using the federal statutory income tax rate and the provision for income taxes were as follows for the periods indicated: Twelve Months Ended July 31, (In millions) 2021 2020 2019 Income before income taxes $ 2,556 $ 2,198 $ 1,881 U.S. federal statutory rate 21 % 21 % 21 % Statutory federal income tax $ 537 $ 462 $ 395 State income tax, net of federal benefit 87 25 50 Federal research and experimentation credits (70) (54) (48) Share-based compensation 38 22 15 Federal excess tax benefits related to share-based compensation (105) (79) (106) Effects of non-U.S. operations 4 13 13 Other, net 3 (17) 5 Total provision for income taxes $ 494 $ 372 $ 324 The state income tax line in the table above includes excess tax benefits related to share-based compensation of $21 million, $11 million and $14 million for the twelve months ended July 31, 2021, 2020 and 2019, respectively. In the current global tax policy environment, the U.S. and other domestic and foreign governments continue to consider, and in some cases enact, changes in corporate tax laws. As changes occur, we account for finalized legislation in the period of enactment. Significant deferred tax assets and liabilities were as follows at the dates indicated: July 31, (In millions) 2021 2020 Deferred tax assets: Accruals and reserves not currently deductible $ 48 $ 23 Operating lease liabilities 113 64 Accrued and deferred compensation 132 112 Loss and tax credit carryforwards 282 114 Intangible assets 33 26 Share-based compensation 59 44 Other, net 16 13 Total gross deferred tax assets 683 396 Valuation allowance (205) (132) Total deferred tax assets 478 264 Deferred tax liabilities: Deferred revenue 32 68 Operating lease right-of-use assets 96 55 Intangibles 844 45 Property and equipment 10 22 Other, net 13 11 Total deferred tax liabilities 995 201 Net deferred tax assets (liabilities) $ (517) $ 63 The components of total net deferred tax assets (liabilities), net of valuation allowances, as shown on our consolidated balance sheets were as follows at the dates indicated: July 31, (In millions) 2021 2020 Long-term deferred income taxes $ 8 $ 65 Long-term deferred income tax liabilities (525) (2) Net deferred tax assets (liabilities) $ (517) $ 63 We have provided a valuation allowance related to state research and experimentation tax credit carryforwards, foreign loss carryforwards, foreign intangible deferred tax assets and state operating and capital loss carryforwards that we believe are unlikely to be realized. Changes in the valuation allowance during the twelve months ended July 31, 2021 and July 31, 2020 were primarily related to state research and experimentation tax credit carryforwards, foreign intangible deferred tax assets and foreign loss carryforwards. At July 31, 2021, we had total federal net operating loss carryforwards of approximately $216 million that will start to expire in fiscal 2033. Utilization of the net operating losses is subject to annual limitation. The annual limitation may result in the expiration of net operating losses before utilization. At July 31, 2021, we had total state net operating loss carryforwards of approximately $304 million for which we have recorded a deferred tax asset of $17 million and a valuation allowance of $4 million. The state net operating loss carryforwards will start to expire in fiscal 2022. Utilization of the net operating losses is subject to annual limitation. The annual limitation may result in the expiration of net operating losses before utilization. At July 31, 2021, we had United Kingdom operating loss carryforwards of approximately $67 million, Singapore operating loss carryforwards of approximately $63 million, Brazil operating loss carryforwards of approximately $59 million and Australia operating loss carryforwards of $2 million which have an indefinite carryforward period. We maintain a full valuation allowance with respect to operating losses in Singapore, Brazil and United Kingdom jurisdictions, as there is not sufficient evidence of future sources of taxable income required to utilize such carryforwards. At July 31, 2021, we had federal research and experimentation credit carryforwards of approximately $71 million that will start to expire in fiscal 2036. Utilization of the federal research and experimentation credit is subject to annual limitation. The annual limitation may result in the expiration of the Federal research and experimentation credit before utilization. At July 31, 2021, we had California research and experimentation credit carryforwards of approximately $227 million. The California research and experimentation credit will carryforward indefinitely. We recorded a full valuation on the related deferred tax asset, as we believe it is more likely than not that these credits will not be utilized. Unrecognized Tax Benefits The aggregate changes in the balance of our gross unrecognized tax benefits were as follows for the periods indicated: Twelve Months Ended July 31, (In millions) 2021 2020 2019 Gross unrecognized tax benefits, beginning balance $ 101 $ 120 $ 90 Increases related to tax positions from prior fiscal years, including acquisitions 69 2 13 Decreases related to tax positions from prior fiscal years — (35) — Increases related to tax positions taken during current fiscal year 31 21 23 Settlements with tax authorities — (1) (1) Lapse of statute of limitations (11) (6) (5) Gross unrecognized tax benefits, ending balance $ 190 $ 101 $ 120 The total amount of our unrecognized tax benefits at July 31, 2021 was $190 million. If we were to recognize these net benefits, our income tax expense would reflect a favorable net impact of $109 million. The increase in the unrecognized tax benefits related to prior years includes $41 million of unrecognized tax benefits from the Credit Karma acquisition. We do not believe that it is reasonably possible that there will be a significant increase or decrease in unrecognized tax benefits over the next 12 months. We file U.S. federal, U.S. state, and foreign tax returns. Our major tax jurisdictions are the U.S. federal jurisdiction and California. For U.S. federal tax returns, we are no longer subject to tax examinations for fiscal 2017 and for years prior to fiscal 2016. For California tax returns, we are no longer subject to tax examination for years prior to fiscal 2016. We recognize interest and penalties related to unrecognized tax benefits within the provision for income taxes. Amounts accrued at July 31, 2021 and July 31, 2020 for the payment of interest and penalties were not significant. The amounts of interest and penalties that we recognized during the twelve months ended July 31, 2021, 2020 and 2019 were also not significant. We have offset a $75 million long-term liability for uncertain tax positions against our long-term income tax receivable at July 31, 2021. We have offset a $59 million long-term income tax receivable against our long-term liability for uncertain tax positions at July 31, 2020. The long-term income tax receivable at July 31, 2021 was primarily related to the government’s approval of a method of accounting change request for fiscal 2018 and a refund claim related to Credit Karma’s alternative minimum tax credit that was recorded as part of the acquisition. The long-term income tax receivable at July 31, 2020 was primarily related to the method of accounting change request. |
Stockholders' Equity
Stockholders' Equity | 12 Months Ended |
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Share-based Payment Arrangement [Abstract] | |
Stockholders' Equity | 11. Stockholders’ Equity Stock Repurchase Programs Intuit’s Board of Directors has authorized a series of common stock repurchase programs. Shares of common stock repurchased under these programs become treasury shares. Under these programs, we repurchased 2.4 million shares of our common stock for $1.0 billion during the twelve months ended July 31, 2021. Included in this amount were $17 million of repurchases which occurred in late July 2021 and settled in August 2021. At July 31, 2021, we had authorization from our Board of Directors to expend up to an additional $1.3 billion for stock repurchases. On August 20, 2021 our Board approved a new stock repurchase program under which we are authorized to repurchase up to an additional $2 billion of our common stock. Future stock repurchases under the current program are at the discretion of management, and authorization of future stock repurchase programs is subject to the final determination of our Board of Directors. Our treasury shares are repurchased at the market price on the trade date; accordingly, all amounts paid to reacquire these shares have been recorded as treasury stock on our consolidated balance sheets. Repurchased shares of our common stock are held as treasury shares until they are reissued or retired. When we reissue treasury stock, if the proceeds from the sale are more than the average price we paid to acquire the shares we record an increase in additional paid-in capital. Conversely, if the proceeds from the sale are less than the average price we paid to acquire the shares, we record a decrease in additional paid-in capital to the extent of increases previously recorded for similar transactions and a decrease in retained earnings for any remaining amount. In the past we have satisfied option exercises and restricted stock unit vesting under our employee equity incentive plans by reissuing treasury shares, and we may do so again in the future. During the second quarter of fiscal 2014 we began issuing new shares of common stock to satisfy option exercises and RSU vesting under our 2005 Equity Incentive Plan. We have not yet determined the ultimate disposition of the shares that we have repurchased in the past, and consequently we continue to hold them as treasury shares. Dividends on Common Stock During fiscal 2021 we declared cash dividends that totaled $2.36 per share of outstanding common stock or approximately $651 million. In August 2021 our Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.68 per share of outstanding common stock payable on October 18, 2021 to stockholders of record at the close of business on October 11, 2021. Future declarations of dividends and the establishment of future record dates and payment dates are subject to the final determination of our Board of Directors. Description of 2005 Equity Incentive Plan and Credit Karma, Inc. 2015 Equity Incentive Plan Our stockholders initially approved our 2005 Equity Incentive Plan (2005 Plan) on December 9, 2004. On January 19, 2017 our stockholders approved an Amended and Restated 2005 Equity Incentive Plan (Restated 2005 Plan) that expires on January 19, 2027. Under the Restated 2005 Plan, we are permitted to grant incentive and non-qualified stock options, restricted stock awards, restricted stock units (RSUs), stock appreciation rights and stock bonus awards to our employees, non-employee directors, and consultants. The Compensation and Organizational Development Committee of our Board of Directors or its delegates determine who will receive grants, when those grants will be exercisable, their exercise price and other terms. We are permitted to issue up to 138.1 million shares under the Restated 2005 Plan. The plan provides a fungible share reserve. Each stock option granted on or after November 1, 2010 reduces the share reserve by one share and each restricted stock award or restricted stock unit granted reduces the share reserve by 2.3 shares. Stock options forfeited and returned to the pool of shares available for grant increase the pool by one share for each share forfeited. Restricted stock awards and RSUs forfeited and returned to the pool of shares available for grant increase the pool by 2.3 shares for each share forfeited. Shares withheld for income taxes upon vesting of RSUs that were granted on or after July 21, 2016 are also returned to the pool of shares available for grant. Stock options granted under the 2005 Plan and the Restated 2005 Plan typically vest over three seven three In connection with our acquisition of Credit Karma on December 3, 2020, we assumed the Credit Karma, Inc. 2015 Equity Incentive Plan, as amended (Credit Karma Plan), under which the assumed equity awards were granted. The assumed equity awards will be settled in shares of our common stock and will retain the terms and conditions under which they were originally granted. See Note 6, "Business Combinations," for more information on the Credit Karma acquisition and the related equity awards assumed. On December 3, 2020, we filed a Form S-8 to register a total of 4,298,127 shares of common stock. This includes 1,997,881 shares of common stock that are issuable upon vesting of assumed equity awards and 2,300,246 shares that are available for issuance under the Credit Karma Plan. The plan provides a fungible share reserve. Each restricted stock unit granted reduces the share reserve by one share. RSUs forfeited and returned to the pool of shares available for grant increase the pool by one share for each share forfeited. Shares withheld for income taxes upon vesting of RSUs are also returned to the pool of shares available for grant. New RSUs granted under the Credit Karma Plan typically vest over four years based on continued service. At July 31, 2021, there were approximately 16.9 million shares available for grant under the Restated 2005 Plan and Credit Karma Plan. Description of Employee Stock Purchase Plan On November 26, 1996 our stockholders initially adopted our Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) under Section 423 of the Internal Revenue Code. The ESPP permits our eligible employees to make payroll deductions to purchase our stock on regularly scheduled purchase dates at a discount. Our stockholders have approved amendments to the ESPP to permit the issuance of up to 23.8 million shares under the ESPP, which expires upon the earliest to occur of (a) termination of the ESPP by the Board, or (b) issuance of all the shares of Intuit’s common stock reserved for issuance under the ESPP. Offering periods under the ESPP are six months in duration and composed of two consecutive three Under the ESPP, employees purchased 405,268 shares of Intuit common stock during the twelve months ended July 31, 2021; 449,999 shares during the twelve months ended July 31, 2020; and 485,011 shares during the twelve months ended July 31, 2019. At July 31, 2021, there were 1,050,916 shares available for issuance under this plan. Share-Based Compensation Expense The following table summarizes the total share-based compensation expense that we recorded in operating income for the periods shown. Twelve Months Ended July 31, (In millions except per share amounts) 2021 2020 2019 Cost of product revenue $ 1 $ 1 $ 1 Cost of service and other revenue 68 59 57 Selling and marketing 183 116 103 Research and development 281 151 136 General and administrative 220 108 104 Total share-based compensation expense 753 435 401 Income tax benefit (269) (173) (200) Decrease in net income $ 484 $ 262 $ 201 Decrease in net income per share: Basic $ 1.79 $ 1.00 $ 0.77 Diluted $ 1.77 $ 0.99 $ 0.76 We capitalized $2 million, $3 million, and $4 million in share-based compensation related to internal use software projects during the twelve months ended July 31, 2021 , 2020, and 2019. Determining Fair Value Valuation and Amortization Methods Restricted stock units (RSUs) granted typically vest based on continued service. We value these time-based RSUs at the date of grant using the intrinsic value method. We amortize the fair value of time-based RSUs on a straight-line basis over the service period. These time-based RSUs accounted for approximately 80% of our total share-based compensation expense during the twelve months ended July 31, 2021. Certain RSUs granted to senior management vest based on the achievement of pre-established performance or market goals. We estimate the fair value of performance-based RSUs at the date of grant using the intrinsic value method and the probability that the specified performance criteria will be met. Each quarter we update our assessment of the probability that the specified performance criteria will be achieved and adjust our estimate of the fair value of the performance-based RSUs if necessary. We amortize the fair values of performance-based RSUs over the requisite service period for each separately vesting tranche of the award. We estimate the fair value of market-based RSUs at the date of grant using a Monte Carlo valuation methodology and amortize those fair values over the requisite service period for each separately vesting tranche of the award. The Monte Carlo methodology that we use to estimate the fair value of market-based RSUs at the date of grant incorporates into the valuation the possibility that the market condition may not be satisfied. Provided that the requisite service is rendered, the total fair value of the market-based RSUs at the date of grant must be recognized as compensation expense even if the market condition is not achieved. However, the number of shares that ultimately vest can vary significantly with the performance of the specified market criteria. All of the RSUs we grant have dividend rights that are subject to the same vesting requirements as the underlying equity awards, so we do not adjust the market price of our stock on the date of grant for dividends. We estimate the fair value of stock options granted using a lattice binomial model and a multiple option award approach. Our stock options have various restrictions, including vesting provisions and restrictions on transfer, and are often exercised prior to their contractual maturity. We believe that lattice binomial models are more capable of incorporating the features of our stock options than closed-form models such as the Black Scholes model. The use of a lattice binomial model requires the use of extensive actual employee exercise behavior and a number of complex assumptions including the expected volatility of our stock price over the term of the options, risk-free interest rates and expected dividends. We amortize the fair value of options on a straight-line basis over the requisite service periods of the awards, which are generally the vesting periods. Expected Term . The expected term of options granted represents the period of time that they are expected to be outstanding and is a derived output of the lattice binomial model. The expected term of stock options is impacted by all of the underlying assumptions and calibration of our model. The lattice binomial model assumes that option exercise behavior is a function of the option’s remaining vested life and the extent to which the market price of our common stock exceeds the option exercise price. The lattice binomial model estimates the probability of exercise as a function of these two variables based on the history of exercises and cancellations on all past option grants made by us. Expected Volatility . We estimate the volatility of our common stock at the date of grant based on the implied volatility of one-year and two-year publicly traded options on our common stock. Our decision to use implied volatility was based upon the availability of actively traded options on our common stock and our assessment that implied volatility is more representative of future stock price trends than historical volatility. Risk-Free Interest Rate . We base the risk-free interest rate that we use in our option valuation model on the implied yield in effect at the time of option grant on constant maturity U.S. Treasury issues with equivalent remaining terms. Dividends . We use an annualized expected dividend yield in our option valuation model. We paid quarterly cash dividends during all years presented and currently expect to continue to pay cash dividends in the future. Forfeitures . We adjust share-based compensation expense for actual forfeitures as they occur. We used the following assumptions to estimate the fair value of stock options granted and shares purchased under our Employee Stock Purchase Plan for the periods indicated: Twelve Months Ended July 31, 2021 2020 2019 Assumptions for stock options: Expected volatility (range) 29 % 32 % 26% - 27% Weighted average expected volatility 29 % 32 % 27 % Risk-free interest rate (range) 0.62 % 0.20 % 1.84% - 2.92% Expected dividend yield 0.45 % 0.70 % 0.67% - 0.85% Assumptions for ESPP: Expected volatility (range) 31% - 36% 23% - 72% 21% - 33% Weighted average expected volatility 34 % 39 % 26 % Risk-free interest rate (range) 0.02% - 0.17% 0.24% - 2.23% 1.94% - 2.44% Expected dividend yield 0.60% - 0.75% 0.74% - 0.95% 0.73% - 0.95% Share-Based Awards Available for Grant A summary of share-based awards available for grant under our plans for the fiscal periods indicated was as follows: (Shares in thousands) Shares Balance at July 31, 2018 22,791 Restricted stock units granted (1) (5,639) Options granted (487) Share-based awards canceled/forfeited/expired (1)(2) 4,393 Balance at July 31, 2019 21,058 Restricted stock units granted (1) (6,111) Options granted (382) Share-based awards canceled/forfeited/expired (1)(2) 3,482 Balance at July 31, 2020 18,047 Shares available for grant under the Credit Karma Plan 4,298 Restricted stock units granted (1) (9,191) Options granted (323) Share-based awards canceled/forfeited/expired (1)(2) 4,020 Balance at July 31, 2021 16,851 (1) RSUs granted from the pool of shares available for grant under our 2005 Equity Incentive Plan reduce the pool by 2.3 shares for each share granted. RSUs forfeited and returned to the pool of shares available for grant under the 2005 Equity Incentive Plan increase the pool by 2.3 shares for each share forfeited. Shares granted from the Credit Karma Plan reduce the pool by one share for each share granted. Shares forfeited and returned to the pool from the Credit Karma Plan increase the pool by one share for each share forfeited (2) Stock options and RSUs canceled, expired or forfeited under our 2005 Equity Incentive Plan and Credit Karma Plan are returned to the pool of shares available for grant. Under the 2005 Equity Incentive Plan, shares withheld for income taxes upon vesting of RSUs that were granted on or after July 21, 2016 are also returned to the pool of shares available for grant. Stock options and RSUs canceled, expired or forfeited under older expired plans are not returned to the pool of shares available for grant. Under the Credit Karma Plan, shares withheld for income taxes are also returned to the pool of shares available for grant. Restricted Stock Unit and Restricted Stock Activity and Related Share-Based Compensation Expense A summary of restricted stock unit (RSU) and restricted stock activity for the periods indicated was as follows: (Shares in thousands) Number Weighted Nonvested at July 31, 2018 7,383 $131.50 Granted 2,452 245.40 Vested (3,123) 129.31 Forfeited (1,029) 107.40 Nonvested at July 31, 2019 5,683 186.22 Granted 2,657 271.80 Vested (2,039) 180.40 Forfeited (637) 154.91 Nonvested at July 31, 2020 5,664 231.97 Assumed through acquisition 1,998 355.49 Granted (1) 3,877 431.82 Restricted stock subject to revest provisions issued in connection with acquisition 775 355.49 Vested (2,242) 262.23 Forfeited (1,034) 251.41 Nonvested at July 31, 2021 9,038 $345.86 (1) This includes 809,000 RSUSs granted to the employees of Credit Karma in connection with the acquisition with a grant date fair value of $300 million. See Note 6, “ Business Combinations .” Additional information regarding our RSUs is shown in the table below. Twelve Months Ended July 31, (In millions) 2021 2020 2019 Total fair market value of shares vested $ 942 $ 620 $ 676 Share-based compensation for RSUs $ 708 $ 382 $ 351 Total tax benefit related to RSU share-based compensation expense $ 225 $ 134 $ 141 Cash tax benefits realized for tax deductions for RSUs $ 221 $ 139 $ 150 At July 31, 2021, there was $2.8 billion of unrecognized compensation cost related to non-vested RSUs and restricted stock with a weighted average vesting period of 3.0 years. We will adjust unrecognized compensation cost for actual forfeitures as they occur. Stock Option Activity and Related Share-Based Compensation Expense A summary of stock option activity for the periods indicated was as follows: Options Outstanding (Shares in thousands) Number of Weighted Average Balance at July 31, 2018 5,154 $120.26 Granted 487 274.26 Exercised (1,924) 102.49 Canceled or expired (343) 138.59 Balance at July 31, 2019 3,374 150.75 Granted 382 303.94 Exercised (993) 111.82 Canceled or expired (82) 188.39 Balance at July 31, 2020 2,681 185.83 Granted 323 525.51 Exercised (718) 128.39 Canceled or expired (82) 264.53 Balance at July 31, 2021 2,204 $251.48 Information regarding stock options outstanding as of July 31, 2021 is summarized below: Number Weighted Average Remaining Contractual Life (in Years) Weighted Average Exercise Price per Share Aggregate Intrinsic Value (in millions) Options outstanding 2,204 4.33 $251.48 $614 Options exercisable 1,358 3.31 $173.90 $483 The aggregate intrinsic values at July 31, 2021 are calculated as the difference between the exercise price of the underlying options and the market price of our common stock for shares that were in-the-money at that date. In-the-money options at July 31, 2021 were options that had exercise prices that were lower than the $529.97 market price of our common stock at that date. Additional information regarding our stock options and ESPP shares is shown in the table below. Twelve Months Ended July 31, (In millions except per share amounts) 2021 2020 2019 Weighted average fair value of options granted (per share) $ 122.16 $ 74.85 $ 63.18 Total grant date fair value of options vested $ 17 $ 23 $ 30 Aggregate intrinsic value of options exercised $ 179 $ 159 $ 248 Share-based compensation expense for stock options and ESPP $ 45 $ 53 $ 50 Total tax benefit for stock option and ESPP share-based compensation $ 44 $ 39 $ 59 Cash received from option exercises $ 92 $ 111 $ 197 Cash tax benefits realized related to tax deductions for non-qualified option exercises and disqualifying dispositions under all share-based payment arrangements $ 48 $ 39 $ 58 At July 31, 2021, there was approximately $75 million of unrecognized compensation cost related to non-vested stock options with a weighted average vesting period of 3.3 years. We will adjust unrecognized compensation cost for actual forfeitures as they occur. Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss Comprehensive income consists of two elements, net income and other comprehensive income (loss). Other comprehensive income (loss) items are recorded in the stockholders’ equity section of our consolidated balance sheets and excluded from net income. Our other comprehensive income (loss) consists of unrealized gains and losses on marketable debt securities classified as available-for-sale and foreign currency translation adjustments for subsidiaries with functional currencies other than the U.S. dollar. The following table shows the components of accumulated other comprehensive loss, net of income taxes, in the stockholders’ equity section of our consolidated balance sheets at the dates indicated. July 31, (In millions) 2021 2020 Unrealized gain on available-for-sale debt securities $ 3 $ 6 Foreign currency translation adjustments (27) (38) Total accumulated other comprehensive loss $ (24) $ (32) |
Benefit Plans
Benefit Plans | 12 Months Ended |
Jul. 31, 2021 | |
Retirement Benefits [Abstract] | |
Benefit Plans | 12. Benefit Plans Non-Qualified Deferred Compensation Plan Intuit’s Executive Deferred Compensation Plan provides that executives who meet minimum compensation requirements are eligible to defer up to 75% of their salaries and up to 75% of their bonuses. We have agreed to credit the participants’ contributions with earnings that reflect the performance of certain independent investment funds. We do not guarantee above-market interest on account balances. We may also make discretionary employer contributions to participant accounts in certain circumstances. The timing, amounts, and vesting schedules of employer contributions are at the sole discretion of the Compensation and Organizational Development Committee of our Board of Directors or its delegate. The benefits under this plan are unsecured and are general assets of Intuit. Participants are generally eligible to receive payment of their vested benefit at the end of their elected deferral period or after termination of their employment with Intuit for any reason or at a later date to comply with the restrictions of Section 409A of the Internal Revenue Code. Participants may elect to receive their payments in a lump sum or installments. Discretionary company contributions and the related earnings vest completely upon the participant’s disability, death, or a change in control of Intuit. We made no employer contributions to the plan for any period presented. We had liabilities related to this plan of $153 million at July 31, 2021 and $123 million at July 31, 2020. We have matched the plan liabilities with similar-performing assets, which are primarily investments in life insurance contracts. These assets are recorded in other long-term assets while liabilities related to obligations are recorded in other current liabilities on our consolidated balance sheets. 401(k) Plans In the United States, employees who participate in the Intuit Inc. 401(k) Plan may currently contribute up to 50% of pre-tax compensation, subject to Internal Revenue Service limitations and the terms and conditions of the plan. We match a portion of employee contributions, currently 125% up to six percent of salary, subject to Internal Revenue Service limitations. Additionally, Credit Karma employees in the United States who participate in the Credit Karma 401(k) Plan may currently contribute up to 90% of pre-tax compensation, subject to Internal Revenue Service limitations and the terms and conditions of the plan. We match a portion of Credit Karma employee contributions, currently 100% up to six percent of salary, subject to Internal Revenue Service limitations. Matching contributions for both plans were $80 million for the twelve months ended July 31, 2021; $69 million for the twelve months ended July 31, 2020; and $59 million for the twelve months ended July 31, 2019. |
Litigation
Litigation | 12 Months Ended |
Jul. 31, 2021 | |
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract] | |
Litigation | 13. Litigation Beginning in May 2019, various legal proceedings were filed and certain regulatory inquiries were commenced in connection with our provision and marketing of free online tax preparation programs. We believe that the allegations contained within these legal proceedings are without merit. We are vigorously defending our interests in the legal proceedings and cooperating in the inquiries. These proceedings include, among others, multiple putative class actions that were consolidated into a single putative class action in the Northern District of California in September 2019 (the “Intuit Free File Litigation”) and demands for arbitration that were filed beginning in October 2019. In August 2020, the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals ordered that the putative class action claims be resolved through arbitration. Intuit entered into a proposed settlement agreement in November 2020 to resolve the putative class action, which was rejected by the court. On May 20, 2021, Intuit entered into an agreement that resolved the Intuit Free File Litigation on an individual non-class basis, without any admission of wrongdoing, for a non-material amount and, on May 26, 2021, it was dismissed on a non-class basis. In June 2021, Intuit received a demand and draft complaint from the Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”) and certain state attorneys general relating to the ongoing inquiries described above. Although we believe that the allegations contained therein are without merit, if we are not able to reach a resolution, the FTC and one or more state attorneys general may seek resolution through litigation. The defense and resolution of this matter could involve significant costs to us. As of July 31, 2021, there were approximately 126,000 individual arbitration claims pending and we could incur significant arbitration and legal fees associated with the defense of these claims. We recorded approximately $14 million in arbitration fees related to these claims in fiscal 2020. The amount of our fiscal 2021 arbitration fees net of insurance proceeds and rebates was not material. The arbitration fees are unrelated to the underlying merits of the claims and are accrued at the earlier of when invoiced or when the services are rendered. We could incur additional arbitration fees of approximately $360 million in future periods. We are continuing to dispute the applicability and propriety of these fees. An immaterial number of claims have been resolved through the arbitration process to date and we expect that more claims will continue through the process. In view of the complexity and ongoing and uncertain nature of the outstanding proceedings and inquiries, at this time we are unable to estimate a reasonably possible financial loss or range of financial loss that we may incur to resolve or settle the remaining matters. To date, the legal and other fees we have incurred related to these proceedings and inquiries have not been material. The ongoing defense and any resolution or settlement of these proceedings and inquiries could involve significant costs to us. Intuit is subject to certain routine legal proceedings, including class action lawsuits, as well as demands, claims, government inquiries and threatened litigation, that arise in the normal course of our business, including assertions that we may be infringing patents or other intellectual property rights of others. Our failure to obtain necessary license or other rights, or litigation arising out of intellectual property claims could adversely affect our business. We currently believe that, in addition to any amounts accrued, the amount of potential losses, if any, for any pending claims of any type (either alone or combined) will not have a material impact on our consolidated financial statements. The ultimate outcome of any legal proceeding is uncertain and, regardless of outcome, legal proceedings can have an adverse impact on Intuit because of defense costs, negative publicity, diversion of management resources and other factors. |
Segment Information
Segment Information | 12 Months Ended |
Jul. 31, 2021 | |
Segment Reporting [Abstract] | |
Segment Information | 14. Segment Information We have defined four reportable segments, described below, based on factors such as how we manage our operations and how our chief operating decision maker views results. We define the chief operating decision maker as our Chief Executive Officer and our Chief Financial Officer. Our chief operating decision maker organizes and manages our business primarily on the basis of product and service offerings. In August 2020, we reorganized certain technology and customer success functions that support and benefit our overall platform. Additionally, certain legal, facility and employee service costs are now managed at the corporate level. As a result, these costs are no longer included in segment operating income and are now included in other corporate expenses. For the twelve months ended July 31, 2020 and 2019, we reclassified $180 million and $172 million from Small Business & Self-Employed, $121 million and $78 million from Consumer, and $13 million and $12 million from ProConnect to other corporate expenses. In August 2020, we also renamed our Strategic Partner segment as the ProConnect segment. This segment continues to serve professional accountants. In December 2020 we acquired Credit Karma in a business combination and it operates as a separate reportable segment. We have included the results of operations of Credit Karma in our consolidated statements of operations from the date of acquisition. See Note 6, "Business Combinations," for more information. Segment operating income for Credit Karma includes all direct expenses, which is different from our other reportable segments where we do not fully allocate corporate expenses. Small Business & Self-Employed : This segment serves small businesses and the self-employed around the world, and the accounting professionals who assist and advise them. Our offerings include QuickBooks financial and business management online services and desktop software, payroll solutions, merchant payment processing solutions, and financing for small businesses. Consumer : This segment serves consumers and includes do-it-yourself and assisted TurboTax income tax preparation products and services sold in the U.S. and Canada. Our Mint offering is a personal finance offering which helps customers track their finances and daily financial behaviors. Credit Karma : This segment serves consumers with a personal finance platform that provides personalized recommendations of credit card, home, auto and personal loan, and insurance products; online savings and checking accounts through an FDIC member bank partner; and access to their credit scores and reports, credit and identity monitoring, credit report dispute, and data-driven resources. ProConnect : This segment serves professional accountants in the U.S. and Canada, who are essential to both small business success and tax preparation and filing. Our professional tax offerings include Lacerte, ProSeries, and ProConnect Tax Online in the U.S., and ProFile and ProTax Online in Canada. All of our segments operate primarily in the United States and sell primarily to customers in the United States. Total international net revenue was less than 5% of consolidated total net revenue for the twelve months ended July 31, 2021, 2020 and 2019. For our Small Business & Self-Employed, Consumer, and ProConnect reportable segments, we include expenses such as corporate selling and marketing, product development and general and administrative, which are not allocated to specific segments, in unallocated corporate items as part of other corporate expenses. For our Credit Karma reportable segment, segment expenses include all direct expenses related to selling and marketing, product development, and general and administrative. Unallocated corporate items for all segments include share-based compensation, amortization of acquired technology, amortization of other acquired intangible assets, and goodwill and intangible asset impairment charges. The accounting policies of our reportable segments are the same as those described in the summary of significant accounting policies in Note 1. Except for goodwill and purchased intangible assets, we do not generally track assets by reportable segment and, consequently, we do not disclose total assets by reportable segment. See Note 5, “Goodwill and Acquired Intangible Assets,” for goodwill by reportable segment. The following table shows our financial results by reportable segment for the periods indicated. Twelve Months Ended July 31, (In millions) 2021 2020 2019 Net revenue: Small Business & Self-Employed $ 4,688 $ 4,050 $ 3,533 Consumer 3,563 3,136 2,775 Credit Karma 865 — — ProConnect 517 493 476 Total net revenue $ 9,633 $ 7,679 $ 6,784 Operating income: Small Business & Self-Employed $ 2,590 $ 2,091 $ 1,722 Consumer 2,237 2,063 1,820 Credit Karma 182 — — ProConnect 372 346 330 Total segment operating income 5,381 4,500 3,872 Unallocated corporate items: Share-based compensation expense (753) (435) (401) Other corporate expenses (1,932) (1,861) (1,591) Amortization of acquired technology (50) (22) (20) Amortization of other acquired intangible assets (146) (6) (6) Total unallocated corporate items (2,881) (2,324) (2,018) Total operating income $ 2,500 $ 2,176 $ 1,854 Revenue classified by significant product and service offerings was as follows: Twelve Months Ended July 31, (In millions) 2021 2020 2019 Net revenue: QuickBooks Online Accounting $ 1,699 $ 1,354 $ 980 Online Services 1,051 828 683 Total Online Ecosystem 2,750 2,182 1,663 QuickBooks Desktop Accounting 789 755 732 Desktop Services and Supplies 1,149 1,113 1,138 Total Desktop Ecosystem 1,938 1,868 1,870 Small Business & Self-Employed 4,688 4,050 3,533 Consumer 3,563 3,136 2,775 Credit Karma 865 — — ProConnect 517 493 476 Total net revenue $ 9,633 $ 7,679 $ 6,784 Revenue from our QuickBooks Desktop packaged software products was $133 million, $147 million, and $167 million for the twelve months ended July 31, 2021, 2020, and 2019, respectively. These amounts are included in the QuickBooks Desktop Accounting revenue presented in the table above. Credit Karma revenue is primarily generated from cost-per-action transactions which are related to credit card issuances and personal loan funding. |
Schedule II - Valuation and Qua
Schedule II - Valuation and Qualifying Accounts | 12 Months Ended |
Jul. 31, 2021 | |
SEC Schedule, 12-09, Valuation and Qualifying Accounts [Abstract] | |
Schedule II - Valuation and Qualifying Accounts | INTUIT INC. SCHEDULE II - VALUATION AND QUALIFYING ACCOUNTS (In millions) Beginning Additions Deductions Ending Year ended July 31, 2021 Allowance for doubtful accounts $ 12 $ 92 $ (8) $ 96 Reserve for returns and credits 24 168 (171) 21 Reserve for promotional discounts and rebates 11 62 (63) 10 Year ended July 31, 2020 Allowance for doubtful accounts $ 3 $ 68 $ (59) $ 12 Reserve for returns and credits 24 170 (170) 24 Reserve for promotional discounts and rebates 11 73 (73) 11 Year ended July 31, 2019 Allowance for doubtful accounts $ 5 $ 59 $ (61) $ 3 Reserve for returns and credits 17 190 (183) 24 Reserve for promotional discounts and rebates 10 92 (91) 11 |
Description of Business and S_2
Description of Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Policies) | 12 Months Ended |
Jul. 31, 2021 | |
Accounting Policies [Abstract] | |
Basis of Presentation | Basis of Presentation These consolidated financial statements include the financial statements of Intuit and its wholly owned subsidiaries. We have eliminated all significant intercompany balances and transactions in consolidation. We have reclassified certain amounts previously reported in our financial statements to conform to the current presentation, including amounts related to reportable segments. In August 2020, we reorganized certain technology and customer success functions that support and benefit our overall platform. Additionally, certain legal, facility and employee service costs are now managed at the corporate level. As a result, these costs are no longer included in segment operating income and are now included in other corporate expenses. For the twelve months ended July 31, 2020 and 2019, we reclassified $180 million and $172 million from Small Business & Self-Employed, $121 million and $78 million from Consumer, and $13 million and $12 million from ProConnect to other corporate expenses. In August 2020, we also renamed our Strategic Partner segment as the ProConnect segment. This segment continues to serve professional accountants. See Note 14, "Segment Information," for more information. On December 3, 2020 we acquired Credit Karma, a consumer technology platform. We have included the results of operations for Credit Karma in our consolidated statements of operations from the date of acquisition. Credit Karma operates as a separate reportable segment. See Note 14, "Segment Information," for more information. |
Seasonality | Seasonality Our Consumer and ProConnect offerings have a significant and distinct seasonal pattern as sales and revenue from our income tax preparation products and services are typically concentrated in the period from November through April. This seasonal pattern typically results in higher net revenues during our second and third quarters ending January 31 and April 30, respectively. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the timing of tax filing seasons for fiscal 2021 and fiscal 2020 varied significantly. In fiscal 2019, the IRS began accepting returns on January 28, 2019 and the tax filing deadline was April 15, 2019. In fiscal 2020, the IRS began accepting returns on January 27, 2020 and the tax filing deadline was July 15, 2020. In fiscal 2021, the IRS began accepting returns on February 12, 2021 and the tax filing deadline was May 17, 2021. These changes to the tax filing seasons impacted our quarterly financial results during fiscal 2021 and fiscal 2020. |
Use of Estimates | Use of Estimates In preparing our consolidated financial statements in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), we make certain judgments, estimates, and assumptions that affect the amounts reported in our financial statements and the disclosures made in the accompanying notes. For example, we use judgments and estimates in determining how revenue should be recognized. These judgments and estimates include identifying performance obligations, determining if the performance obligations are distinct, determining the standalone sales price (SSP) and timing of revenue recognition for each distinct performance obligation, and estimating variable consideration to be included in the transaction price. We use estimates in determining the collectibility of accounts receivable and notes receivable, the appropriate levels of various accruals including accruals for litigation contingencies, the discount rate used to calculate lease liabilities, the amount of our worldwide tax provision, the realizability of deferred tax assets, the credit losses of available-for-sale debt securities, and the fair value of assets acquired and liabilities assumed for business combinations. We also use estimates in determining the remaining economic lives and fair values of acquired intangible assets, property and equipment, and other long-lived assets. In addition, we use assumptions to estimate the fair value of reporting units and share-based compensation. Despite our intention to establish accurate estimates and use reasonable assumptions, actual results may differ from our estimates. Additionally, in the context of the ongoing global COVID-19 pandemic, while there has been no material impact on our estimates to date, in future periods, facts and circumstances could change and impact our estimates. |
Revenue Recognition and Shipping and Handling | Revenue Recognition We derive revenue from the sale of software subscriptions, hosted services, payroll services, merchant payment processing services, packaged software products, live expert advice, financing for small businesses, delivery of qualified links, financial supplies and hardware. We enter into contracts with customers that include promises to transfer various products and services, which are generally capable of being distinct and accounted for as separate performance obligations. Revenue is recognized when the promised goods or services are transferred to customers, in an amount that reflects the consideration allocated to the respective performance obligation. Nature of Products and Services Desktop Offerings Our desktop offerings consist of our QuickBooks Desktop products, which include both packaged software products and software subscriptions, our consumer and professional tax desktop products, which include TurboTax, Lacerte and ProSeries, our desktop payroll products, and merchant payment processing services for small businesses who use our desktop offerings. Our QuickBooks Desktop packaged software products include a perpetual software license as well as enhancements and connected services. We recognize revenue for our QuickBooks Desktop packaged software products at the time the software license is delivered. We have determined that the enhancements and connected services included in our QuickBooks Desktop packaged software products are immaterial within the context of the contract. Our QuickBooks Desktop software subscriptions include a term software license, version protection, enhancements, support and various connected services. We recognize revenue for the software license and version protection at the time they are delivered and recognize revenue for support and connected services over the subscription term as the services are provided. We have determined that the enhancements included in our QuickBooks Desktop software subscriptions are immaterial within the context of the contract. Our consumer and professional tax packaged desktop software products include an on-premise tax software license, related tax form updates, electronic filing service and connected services. We recognize revenue for the software license and related tax form updates, as one performance obligation, over the period the forms and updates are delivered. We recognize revenue for our electronic filings service and connected services as those services are provided. We also sell some of our QuickBooks Desktop packaged software products and consumer tax packaged desktop software products in non-consignment and consignment arrangements to certain retailers. For non-consignment retailers, we begin recognizing revenue when control has transferred to the retailer. For consignment retailers, we begin recognizing revenue when control has transferred to the customer, at the time the end-user sale has occurred. Our desktop payroll products are sold as software subscriptions and include a term software license with a stand-ready obligation to maintain compliance with current payroll tax laws, support and connected services. The term software license and stand-ready obligation to maintain compliance with current payroll tax laws is considered one performance obligation. Each of the performance obligations is considered distinct and control is transferred to the customer over the subscription term. As a result, revenue is recognized ratably over the subscription term as services are provided. We offer merchant payment processing services as a separately paid connected service for our QuickBooks Desktop packaged software products and software subscriptions, and revenue is recognized as the services are provided to the customers. Online Offerings Our online offerings include TurboTax Online and TurboTax Live, ProConnect Tax Online, QuickBooks Online, online payroll, and merchant payment processing services for small businesses who use our online offerings. These online offerings provide customers with the right to use the hosted software over the contract period without taking possession of the software and are billed on either a subscription or consumption basis. Revenue related to our online offerings that are billed on a subscription basis is recognized ratably over the contract period. Revenue related to online offerings that are billed on a consumption basis, is recognized when the customer consumes the related service. Other Solutions Revenue from our Credit Karma segment is primarily comprised of revenue from the delivery of qualified links that result in completed actions, or cost-per-action transactions. Credit Karma also generates revenue from cost-per-click and cost-per-lead transactions. All revenue from our Credit Karma segment is included in service and other revenue on our consolidated statement of operations. Cost-per-action revenue is earned based on a pre-determined fee for approved actions such as when credit cards are issued or when personal loans and other loans to businesses are funded and is recognized as the actions are completed. Cost-per-click and cost-per-lead revenue is primarily related to mortgage and insurance businesses. Cost-per-click revenue is earned as users click on our customers' advertisements and is recognized based on the number of clicks recorded each month. Cost-per-lead revenue is earned via customer advertisements that allow the generation of leads from consumers interested in the advertised products and is recognized at the time a consumer request or lead is delivered to the customer. Revenue from the sale of our financial supplies, such as printed check stock and hardware, such as retail point-of-sale equipment and credit card readers for mobile phones, is recognized when control is transferred to the customer which is generally when the products are shipped. We also have revenue-sharing and royalty arrangements with third-party partners and recognize this revenue as earned based upon reporting provided to us by our partners. In instances where we do not have reporting from our partners, we estimate revenue based on information available to us at the time. Product Revenue and Service and Other Revenue Product revenue includes revenue from: QuickBooks Desktop software licenses and version protection; consumer and professional tax desktop licenses and the related form updates; desktop payroll licenses and related updates; and financial supplies. Service and other revenue includes revenue from: our online offerings discussed above; support, electronic filing services and connected services included with our desktop offerings; merchant payment processing services for our desktop offerings; and revenue-sharing and royalty arrangements. We record revenue net of sales tax obligations. For payroll services, we generally require customers to remit payroll tax funds to us in advance of the payroll date via electronic funds transfer. We include in total net revenue the interest earned on these funds between the time that we collect them from customers and the time that we remit them to outside parties. Revenue for electronic payment processing services that we provide to merchants is recorded net of interchange fees charged by credit card associations. Judgments and Estimates Our contracts with customers often include promises to transfer multiple products and services to a customer. In determining how revenue should be recognized, a five-step process is used, which requires judgment and estimates. These judgments and estimates include identifying performance obligations in the contract, determining whether the performance obligations are distinct, determining the SSP for each distinct performance obligation, determining the timing of revenue recognition for distinct performance obligations and estimating the amount of variable consideration to include in the transaction price. The functionality of the software licenses included in our consumer and professional tax and payroll desktop offerings is dependent on the related enhancements and updates included in these offerings. Judgment is required to determine whether the software license is considered distinct and accounted for separately, or not distinct and accounted for together with the related updates and recognized over time. Our contracts with customers include promises to transfer various products and services, which are generally capable of being distinct performance obligations. In many cases SSPs for distinct performance obligations are based on directly observable pricing. In instances where the SSP is not directly observable, such as when we do not sell the product or service separately, we determine the SSP using information that may include market conditions and other observable inputs. Our consumer and professional tax desktop products include an on-premise tax software license and related tax form updates that are recognized as the forms and updates are delivered. We measure progress towards complete satisfaction of the software license and related tax form updates using an output method based on the timing of when the tax forms are delivered. We generally provide refunds to customers for product returns and subscription cancellations. We also provide promotional discounts and incentive rebates on retail and distribution sales. These refunds, discounts and incentive rebates are accounted for as variable consideration when estimating the amount of revenue to recognize. Refunds are estimated based on historical experience and current business and economic indicators and updated at the end of each reporting period as additional information becomes available to the extent that it is probable that a significant reversal of any incremental revenue will not occur. Discounts and incentive rebates are estimated based on distributors' and retailers' performance against the terms and conditions of the rebate programs. Deferred Revenue We record deferred revenue when we have entered into a contract with a customer and cash payments are received or due prior to transfer of control or satisfaction of the related performance obligation. During the twelve months ended July 31, 2021, we recognized revenue of $652 million, that was included in deferred revenue at July 31, 2020. During the twelve months ended July 31, 2020, we recognized revenue of $619 million, that was included in deferred revenue at July 31, 2019. Our performance obligations are generally satisfied within 12 months of the initial contract date. As of July 31, 2021 and 2020 , the deferred revenue balance related to performance obligations that will be satisfied after 12 months was $8 million and $13 million, respectively, and is included in other long-term obligations on our consolidated balance sheets. Assets Recognized from the Costs to Obtain a Contract with a Customer Our internal sales commissions are considered incremental costs of obtaining the contract with a customer. Internal sales commissions for subscription offerings where we expect the benefit of those costs to continue longer than one year are capitalized and amortized ratably over the period of benefit, which ranges from three We apply a practical expedient to expense costs incurred to obtain a contract with a customer when the period of benefit is less than one year. These costs primarily include internal and external sales commissions for our consumer and professional tax offerings. Shipping and Handling |
Customer Service and Technical Support | Customer Service and Technical Support We include the costs of customer service and technical support associated with our online or hosted offerings in cost of service and other revenue line in our consolidated statements of operations. We also include the costs of providing technical support for our desktop offerings in cost of service and other revenue. We include the costs of customer service related to desktop offerings in selling and marketing expense in our consolidated statements of operations. Customer service and technical support costs include costs associated with performing order processing, answering customer inquiries by telephone and through websites, e-mail and other electronic means, and providing technical support assistance to customers. We expense the cost of providing this support as incurred. |
Software Development Costs | Software Development Costs We expense software development costs as we incur them until technological feasibility has been established, at which time those costs are capitalized until the product is available for general release to customers. To date, our software has been available for general release concurrent with the establishment of technological feasibility and, accordingly, we have not capitalized any development costs. Costs we incur to enhance our existing products or after the general release of the service using the product are expensed in the period they are incurred and included in research and development expense in our consolidated statements of operations. |
Internal Use Software | Internal Use Software three |
Advertising | Advertising |
Leases | Leases Our leases are primarily operating leases for office facilities. We do not have significant finance leases. We determine if an arrangement is a lease and classify it as either a finance or operating lease at lease inception. Operating leases are included in operating lease right-of-use (ROU) assets, other current liabilities, and operating lease liabilities on our consolidated balance sheets. Operating lease liabilities are recognized at the lease commencement date based on the present value of the future minimum lease payments over the lease term. Our leases generally do not have a readily determinable implicit rate, therefore we use our incremental borrowing rate at the commencement date in determining the present value of future payments. Our incremental borrowing rate is determined based on a yield curve derived from publicly traded bond offerings for companies with similar credit ratings to us. Our lease terms may include options to purchase, extend or terminate the lease when it is reasonably certain that we will exercise that option. We account for the lease and non-lease components as a single lease component. We measure ROU assets based on the corresponding lease liabilities adjusted for any initial direct costs and prepaid lease payments made to the lessor before or at the commencement date, net of lease incentives. Lease expense for minimum lease payments is recognized on a straight-line basis over the lease term. Variable lease payments are not included in the calculation of the ROU asset and lease liability and are recognized as lease expense is incurred. Our variable lease payments generally relate to amounts paid to lessors for common area maintenance under our real estate leases. Our subleases generally do not relieve us of our primary obligations under the corresponding head lease. As a result, we account for the head lease based on the original assessment at inception. We determine if the sublease arrangement is either a sales-type, direct financing, or operating lease at inception. If the total remaining lease cost on the head lease for the term of the sublease is greater than the anticipated sublease income, the ROU asset is assessed for impairment. Our subleases are generally operating leases and we recognize sublease income on a straight-line basis over the sublease term. |
Capitalization of Interest Expense | Capitalization of Interest Expense We capitalize interest on capital projects, including facilities build-out projects and internal use computer software projects. Capitalization commences with the first expenditure for the project and continues until the project is substantially complete and ready for its intended use. We amortize capitalized interest to depreciation expense using the straight-line method over the same lives as the related assets. Capitalized interest was not significant for any period presented. |
Foreign Currency | Foreign Currency |
Income Taxes | Income Taxes We estimate our income taxes based on the various jurisdictions where we conduct business. Significant judgment is required in determining our worldwide income tax provision. We estimate our current tax liability and assess temporary differences that result from differing treatments of certain items for tax and accounting purposes. These differences result in deferred tax assets and liabilities, which we show on our consolidated balance sheet. We must then assess the likelihood that our deferred tax assets will be realized. To the extent we believe that realization is not likely, we establish a valuation allowance. When we establish a valuation allowance or increase this allowance in an accounting period, we record a corresponding income tax expense in our consolidated statement of operations. We review the need for a valuation allowance to reflect uncertainties about whether we will be able to utilize some of our deferred tax assets before they expire. The valuation allowance analysis is based on our estimates of taxable income for the jurisdictions in which we operate and the periods over which our deferred tax assets will be realizable. While we have considered future taxable income in assessing the need for a valuation allowance for the periods presented, we could be required to record a valuation allowance to take into account additional deferred tax assets that we may be unable to realize. An increase in the valuation allowance would have an adverse impact, which could be material, on our income tax provision and net income in the period in which we record the increase. We recognize and measure benefits for uncertain tax positions using a two-step approach. The first step is to evaluate the tax position taken or expected to be taken in a tax return by determining if the weight of available evidence indicates that it is more likely than not that the tax position will be sustained upon audit, including resolution of any related appeals or litigation processes. For tax positions that are more likely than not of being sustained upon audit, the second step is to measure the tax benefit as the largest amount that is more than 50% likely of being realized upon settlement. Significant judgment is required to evaluate uncertain tax positions. We evaluate our uncertain tax positions on a quarterly basis. Our evaluations are based upon a number of factors, including changes in facts or circumstances, changes in tax law, correspondence with tax authorities during the course of audits and effective settlement of audit issues. Changes in the recognition or measurement of uncertain tax positions could result in material increases or decreases in our income tax expense in the period in which we make the change, which could have a material impact on our effective tax rate and operating results. A description of our accounting policies associated with tax-related contingencies and valuation allowances assumed as part of a business combination is provided under “Business Combinations” below. |
Computation of Net Income (Loss) Per Share | Computation of Net Income (Loss) Per Share We compute basic net income or loss per share using the weighted average number of common shares outstanding during the period. We compute diluted net income per share using the weighted average number of common shares and dilutive potential common shares outstanding during the period. Dilutive potential common shares consist of the shares issuable upon the exercise of stock options and upon the vesting of restricted stock units (RSUs) under the treasury stock method. We include stock options with combined exercise prices and unrecognized compensation expense that are less than the average market price for our common stock, and RSUs with unrecognized compensation expense that is less than the average market price for our common stock, in the calculation of diluted net income per share. We exclude stock options with combined exercise prices and unrecognized compensation expense that are greater than the average market price for our common stock, and RSUs with unrecognized compensation expense that is greater than the average market price for our common stock, from the calculation of diluted net income per share because their effect is anti-dilutive. Under the treasury stock method, the amount that must be paid to exercise stock options and the amount of compensation expense for future service that we have not yet recognized for stock options and RSUs are assumed to be used to repurchase shares. |
Cash Equivalents and Investments | Cash Equivalents and Investments We consider highly liquid investments with maturities of three months or less at the date of purchase to be cash equivalents. In all periods presented, cash equivalents consist primarily of money market funds and time deposits. Investments consist primarily of investment-grade available-for-sale debt securities. Except for direct obligations of the United States government, securities issued by agencies of the United States government, and money market funds, we diversify our investments by limiting our holdings with any individual issuer. We use the specific identification method to compute gains and losses on investments. We record unrealized gains and losses on investments, net of tax, in accumulated other comprehensive income in the stockholders’ equity section of our consolidated balance sheets and reflect unrealized gain and loss activity in other comprehensive income on our consolidated statement of comprehensive income. We generally classify available-for-sale debt securities as current assets based upon our ability and intent to use any and all of these securities as necessary to satisfy the significant short-term liquidity requirements that may arise from the highly seasonal nature of our businesses. Because of our significant business seasonality, stock repurchase programs, and acquisition opportunities, cash flow requirements may fluctuate dramatically from quarter to quarter and require us to use a significant amount of the investments we hold as available-for-sale. |
Accounts and Notes Receivable and Allowance for Doubtful Accounts and Loan Losses | Accounts Receivable and Allowances for Doubtful Accounts Accounts receivable are recorded at the invoiced amount and are not interest bearing. We maintain an allowance for doubtful accounts to reserve for credit losses. In determining the amount of the allowance, we consider our historical level of credit losses, current economic trends that might impact the level of future credit losses, customer-specific information, and reasonable and supportable forecasts of future economic conditions to inform adjustments to historical loss data. We make judgments about the creditworthiness of significant customers based on ongoing credit evaluations. When we determine that amounts are uncollectible we write them off against the allowance. Notes Receivable and Allowances for Loan Losses Notes receivable consist of term loans to small businesses and are included in prepaid expenses and other current assets and other assets on our consolidated balance sheets. As of July 31, 2021 and July 31, 2020, the notes receivable balance was $139 million and $40 million, respectively, and the allowances for loan losses were not material. The term loans are not secured and are recorded at amortized cost, net of allowances for loan losses. We maintain an allowance for loan losses to reserve for potentially uncollectible notes receivable. We evaluate the creditworthiness of our loan portfolio on a pooled basis due to its composition of small, homogeneous loans with similar general credit risk and characteristics and apply a loss rate at the time of loan origination. The loss rate and underlying model are updated periodically to reflect actual loan performance and changes in assumptions. We make judgments about the known and inherent risks in the loan portfolio, adverse situations that may affect borrowers’ ability to repay and current economic conditions. When we determine that amounts are uncollectible, we write them off against the allowance. |
Funds Held for Customers and Customer Fund Deposits | Funds Held for Customers and Customer Fund Deposits Funds held for customers represent cash held on behalf of our customers that is invested in cash and cash equivalents and investment-grade available-for-sale debt securities, restricted for use solely for the purpose of satisfying amounts we owe on behalf of our customers. Customer fund deposits consist of amounts we owe on behalf of our customers, such as direct deposit payroll funds and payroll taxes. |
Property and Equipment | Property and Equipment Property and equipment is stated at the lower of cost or realizable value, net of accumulated depreciation. We calculate depreciation using the straight-line method over the estimated useful lives of the assets, which range from two |
Business Combinations | Business Combinations The acquisition method of accounting for business combinations requires us to use significant estimates and assumptions, including fair value estimates, as of the business combination date and to refine those estimates as necessary during the measurement period (defined as the period, not to exceed one year, in which we may adjust the provisional amounts recognized for a business combination). Under the acquisition method of accounting we recognize separately from goodwill the identifiable assets acquired, the liabilities assumed, and any noncontrolling interests in an acquiree, generally at the acquisition date fair value. We measure goodwill as of the acquisition date as the excess of consideration transferred, which we also measure at fair value, over the net of the acquisition date amounts of the identifiable assets acquired and liabilities assumed. Costs that we incur to complete the business combination such as investment banking, legal and other professional fees are not considered part of consideration and we charge them to general and administrative expense as they are incurred. Under the acquisition method we also account for acquired company restructuring activities that we initiate separately from the business combination. Should the initial accounting for a business combination be incomplete by the end of a reporting period that falls within the measurement period, we report provisional amounts in our financial statements. During the measurement period, we adjust the provisional amounts recognized at the acquisition date to reflect new information obtained about facts and circumstances that existed as of the acquisition date that, if known, would have affected the measurement of the amounts recognized as of that date and we record those adjustments to our financial statements. We apply those measurement period adjustments that we determine to be significant retrospectively to comparative information in our financial statements, including adjustments to depreciation and amortization expense. Under the acquisition method of accounting for business combinations, if we identify changes to acquired deferred tax asset valuation allowances or liabilities related to uncertain tax positions during the measurement period and they relate to new information obtained about facts and circumstances that existed as of the acquisition date, those changes are considered a measurement period adjustment and we record the offset to goodwill. We record all other changes to deferred tax asset valuation allowances and liabilities related to uncertain tax positions in current period income tax expense. This accounting applies to all of our acquisitions regardless of acquisition date. |
Goodwill, Acquired Intangible Assets and Other Long-Lived Assets | Goodwill, Acquired Intangible Assets and Other Long-Lived Assets Goodwill We record goodwill when the fair value of consideration transferred in a business combination exceeds the fair value of the identifiable assets acquired and liabilities assumed. Goodwill and other intangible assets that have indefinite useful lives are not amortized, but we test them for impairment annually during our fourth fiscal quarter and whenever an event or change in circumstances indicates that the carrying value of the asset may not be recoverable. In accordance with authoritative guidance, we define fair value as the price that would be received from the sale of 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 on the measurement date. We consider and use all valuation methods that are appropriate in estimating the fair value of our reporting units and generally use a weighted combination of income and market approaches. Under the income approach, we estimate the fair value of each reporting unit based on the present value of future cash flows. We use a number of assumptions in our discounted cash flow model, including market factors specific to the business, the amount and timing of estimated future cash flows to be generated by the business over an extended period of time, long-term growth rates for the business, and a rate of return that considers the relative risk of achieving the cash flows and the time value of money. Under the market approach, we estimate the fair value of each reporting unit based on market multiples of revenue, operating income, and earnings for comparable publicly traded companies engaged in similar businesses. If the estimated fair value of the reporting unit exceeds the carrying value of the net assets assigned to that unit, goodwill is not impaired. Acquired Intangible Assets and Other Long-Lived Assets We generally record acquired intangible assets that have finite useful lives, such as purchased technology, in connection with business combinations. We amortize the cost of acquired intangible assets on a straight-line basis over their estimated useful lives, which range from two |
Share-Based Compensation Plans | Share-Based Compensation Plans We estimate the fair value of stock options granted using a lattice binomial model and a multiple option award approach. We amortize the fair value of stock options on a straight-line basis over the requisite service periods of the awards, which are generally the vesting periods. Restricted stock units (RSUs) granted typically vest based on continued service. We value these time-based RSUs at the date of grant using the intrinsic value method. We amortize the fair value of time-based RSUs on a straight-line basis over the service period. Certain RSUs granted to senior management vest based on the achievement of pre-established performance or market goals. We estimate the fair value of performance-based RSUs at the date of grant using the intrinsic value method and the probability that the specified performance criteria would be met. Each quarter we update our assessment of the probability that the specified performance criteria will be achieved and adjust our estimate of the fair value of the performance-based RSUs if necessary. We amortize the fair values of performance-based RSUs over the requisite service period for each separately vesting tranche of the award. We estimate the fair value of market-based RSUs at the date of grant using a Monte Carlo valuation methodology and amortize those fair values over the requisite service period for each separately vesting tranche of the award. The Monte Carlo methodology that we use to estimate the fair value of market-based RSUs at the date of grant incorporates into the valuation the possibility that the market condition may not be satisfied. Provided that the requisite service is rendered, the total fair value of the market-based RSUs at the date of grant must be recognized as compensation expense even if the market condition is not achieved. However, the number of shares that ultimately vest can vary significantly with the performance of the specified market criteria. All of the RSUs we grant have dividend rights that are subject to the same vesting requirements as the underlying equity awards, so we do not adjust the intrinsic (market) value of our RSUs for dividends. |
Concentration of Credit Risk and Significant Customers and Suppliers | Concentration of Credit Risk and Significant Customers and Suppliers We operate in markets that are highly competitive and rapidly changing. Significant technological changes, shifting customer needs, the emergence of competitive products or services with new capabilities and other factors could negatively impact our operating results. We are also subject to risks related to changes in the value of our significant balance of investments. Our portfolio of investments consists of investment-grade securities. Except for direct obligations of the United States government, securities issued by agencies of the United States government and money market funds, we diversify our investments by limiting our holdings with any individual issuer. |
Accounting Standards Recently Adopted and Accounting Standards Not Yet Adopted | Accounting Standards Recently Adopted Internal-Use Software - In August 2018 the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) issued Accounting Standards Update (ASU) 2018-15, “ Intangibles—Goodwill and Other (Topic 350): Internal-Use Software.” This standard aligns the requirements for capitalizing implementation costs incurred in a cloud computing arrangement that is a service contract with the requirements for capitalizing implementation costs incurred to develop or obtain internal-use software. We adopted this standard in the first quarter of our fiscal year beginning August 1, 2020 on a prospective basis. The adoption did not have a material impact on our consolidated financial statements. Goodwill Impairment - In January 2017 the FASB issued ASU 2017-04, “ Intangibles—Goodwill and Other (Topic 350): Simplifying the Test for Goodwill Impairment.” This standard eliminates Step 2 from the goodwill impairment test. Instead, an entity should compare the fair value of a reporting unit with its carrying amount and recognize an impairment charge for the amount by which the carrying amount exceeds the reporting unit's fair value, not to exceed the total amount of goodwill allocated to the reporting unit. We adopted this standard in the first quarter of our fiscal year beginning August 1, 2020 on a prospective basis. The adoption did not have a material impact on our consolidated financial statements. Financial Instruments - In June 2016 the FASB issued ASU 2016-13, “ Financial Instruments—Credit Losses (Topic 326). ” This standard requires the measurement of all expected credit losses for financial assets held at the reporting date based on historical experience, current conditions, and reasonable and supportable forecasts. We adopted this standard in the first quarter of our fiscal year beginning August 1, 2020. The adoption did not have a material impact on our consolidated financial statements. Accounting Standards Not Yet Adopted We do not expect that any other recently issued accounting pronouncements will have a significant effect on our financial statements. |
Description of Business and S_3
Description of Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Tables) | 12 Months Ended |
Jul. 31, 2021 | |
Accounting Policies [Abstract] | |
Composition of shares used in the computation of basic and diluted net income per share | The following table presents the composition of shares used in the computation of basic and diluted net income per share for the periods indicated. Twelve Months Ended July 31, (In millions, except per share amounts) 2021 2020 2019 Numerator: Net income $ 2,062 $ 1,826 $ 1,557 Denominator: Shares used in basic per share amounts: Weighted average common shares outstanding 270 261 260 Shares used in diluted per share amounts: Weighted average common shares outstanding 270 261 260 Dilutive common equivalent shares from stock options and restricted stock awards 3 3 4 Dilutive weighted average common shares outstanding 273 264 264 Basic and diluted net income per share: Basic net income per share $ 7.65 $ 6.99 $ 5.99 Diluted net income per share $ 7.56 $ 6.92 $ 5.89 Shares excluded from diluted net income per share: Weighted average stock options and restricted stock units that have been excluded from dilutive common equivalent shares outstanding due to their anti-dilutive effect — — 1 |
Fair Value Measurements (Tables
Fair Value Measurements (Tables) | 12 Months Ended |
Jul. 31, 2021 | |
Fair Value Disclosures [Abstract] | |
Financial assets and liabilities measured at fair value on recurring basis | The following table summarizes financial assets and financial liabilities that we measured at fair value on a recurring basis at the dates indicated, classified in accordance with the fair value hierarchy described above. At July 31, 2021 At July 31, 2020 (In millions) Level 1 Level 2 Total Level 1 Level 2 Total Assets: Cash equivalents, primarily money market funds and time deposits $ 1,660 $ — $ 1,660 $ 5,765 $ — $ 5,765 Available-for-sale debt securities: Municipal bonds — 38 38 — 9 9 Corporate notes — 1,400 1,400 — 752 752 U.S. agency securities — 70 70 — 47 47 Total available-for-sale securities — 1,508 1,508 — 808 808 Total assets measured at fair value on a recurring basis $ 1,660 $ 1,508 $ 3,168 $ 5,765 $ 808 $ 6,573 Liabilities: Senior unsecured notes (1) $ — $ 1,986 $ 1,986 $ — $ 2,042 $ 2,042 (1) Carrying value on our balance sheet at July 31, 2021 and July 31, 2020 was $1.99 billion and $1.98 billion, respectively. See Note 8, “Long-Term Obligations and Commitments” for more information. |
Cash equivalents and available-for-sale debt and equity securities by balance sheet classification and level in the fair value hierarchy | The following table summarizes our cash equivalents and available-for-sale debt securities by balance sheet classification and level in the fair value hierarchy at the dates shown: At July 31, 2021 At July 31, 2020 (In millions) Level 1 Level 2 Total Level 1 Level 2 Total Cash equivalents: In cash and cash equivalents $ 1,660 $ — $ 1,660 $ 5,765 $ — $ 5,765 Available-for-sale debt securities: In investments $ — $ 1,308 $ 1,308 $ — $ 608 $ 608 In funds held for customers — 200 200 — 200 200 Total available-for-sale debt securities $ — $ 1,508 $ 1,508 $ — $ 808 $ 808 |
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Cash and Cash Equivalents, Investments, and Funds Held for Customers (Tables) | 12 Months Ended |
Jul. 31, 2021 | |
Cash and Cash Equivalents, Investments and Funds Held for Customers [Abstract] | |
Cash and cash equivalents, investments and funds held for customers by balance sheet classification | The following table summarizes our cash and cash equivalents, investments and funds held for customers by balance sheet classification at the dates indicated. July 31, 2021 July 31, 2020 (In millions) Amortized Cost Fair Value Amortized Cost Fair Value Classification on consolidated balance sheets: Cash and cash equivalents $ 2,562 $ 2,562 $ 6,442 $ 6,442 Investments 1,305 1,308 600 608 Funds held for customers 456 457 455 455 Total cash and cash equivalents, investments, and funds $ 4,323 $ 4,327 $ 7,497 $ 7,505 |
Cash and cash equivalents, investments and funds held for customers by investment category | The following table summarizes our cash and cash equivalents, investments and funds held for customers by investment category at the dates indicated. July 31, 2021 July 31, 2020 (In millions) Amortized Cost Fair Value Amortized Cost Fair Value Type of issue: Total cash, cash equivalents, restricted cash, and restricted cash equivalents $ 2,819 $ 2,819 $ 6,697 $ 6,697 Available-for-sale debt securities: Municipal bonds 37 38 9 9 Corporate notes 1,397 1,400 744 752 U.S. agency securities 70 70 47 47 Total available-for-sale debt securities 1,504 1,508 800 808 Total cash, cash equivalents, restricted cash, restricted cash equivalents, and investments $ 4,323 $ 4,327 $ 7,497 $ 7,505 |
Available-for-sale debt securities classified by the stated maturity date of the security | The following table summarizes our available-for-sale debt securities, included in investments and funds held for customers, classified by the stated maturity date of the security at the dates indicated. July 31, 2021 July 31, 2020 (In millions) Amortized Cost Fair Value Amortized Cost Fair Value Due within one year $ 551 $ 553 $ 389 $ 390 Due within two years 550 551 256 261 Due within three years 398 398 137 139 Due after three years 5 6 18 18 Total available-for-sale debt securities $ 1,504 $ 1,508 $ 800 $ 808 |
Schedule of funds held for customers | The following table summarizes our funds held for customers by investment category at the dates indicated. (In millions) July 31, 2021 July 31, 2020 July 31, 2019 July 31, 2018 Restricted cash and restricted cash equivalents $ 257 $ 255 $ 236 $ 167 Restricted available-for-sale debt securities 200 200 200 200 Total funds held for customers $ 457 $ 455 $ 436 $ 367 |
Property and Equipment (Tables)
Property and Equipment (Tables) | 12 Months Ended |
Jul. 31, 2021 | |
Property, Plant and Equipment [Abstract] | |
Schedule of property and equipment | Property and equipment consisted of the following at the dates indicated: Life in July 31, (Dollars in millions) Years 2021 2020 Equipment 3-5 $ 199 $ 226 Computer software 2-6 899 870 Furniture and fixtures 5 96 93 Leasehold improvements 2-16 350 298 Land NA 79 79 Buildings 5-30 375 372 Capital in progress NA 122 90 2,120 2,028 Less accumulated depreciation and amortization (1,340) (1,294) Total property and equipment, net $ 780 $ 734 __________________________ NA = Not Applicable |
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Goodwill and Acquired Intangible Assets (Tables) | 12 Months Ended |
Jul. 31, 2021 | |
Goodwill and Intangible Assets Disclosure [Abstract] | |
Carrying value of goodwill by reportable segment | Changes in the carrying value of goodwill by reportable segment during the twelve months ended July 31, 2021 and July 31, 2020 were as shown in the following table. Our reportable segments are described in Note 14, “Segment Information.” (In millions) Balance Goodwill Acquired Foreign Currency Translation Balance Goodwill Acquired Foreign Currency Translation Balance Small Business & Self-Employed $ 1,518 $ — $ — $ 1,518 $ 59 $ 1 $ 1,578 Consumer 42 — — 42 — — 42 ProConnect 95 — (1) 94 — 1 95 Credit Karma — — — — 3,898 — 3,898 Totals $ 1,655 $ — $ (1) $ 1,654 $ 3,957 $ 2 $ 5,613 |
Cost, accumulated amortization and weighted average life in years for acquired intangible assets | The following table shows the cost, accumulated amortization and weighted average life in years for our acquired intangible assets at the dates indicated. The increases in intangible assets during the twelve months ended July 31, 2021 were primarily related to the acquisition of Credit Karma. See Note 6, “ Business Combinations .” The weighted average lives are calculated for assets that are not fully amortized. (Dollars in millions) Customer Purchased Trade Covenants Total At July 31, 2021: Cost $ 3,038 $ 686 $ 400 $ 42 $ 4,166 Accumulated amortization (377) (455) (41) (41) (914) Acquired intangible assets, net $ 2,661 $ 231 $ 359 $ 1 $ 3,252 Weighted average life in years 15 5 15 3 14 At July 31, 2020: Cost $ 256 $ 421 $ 25 $ 42 $ 744 Accumulated amortization (248) (404) (25) (39) (716) Acquired intangible assets, net $ 8 $ 17 $ — $ 3 $ 28 Weighted average life in years 5 3 0 3 4 |
Expected future amortization expense for acquired intangible assets | The following table shows the expected future amortization expense for our acquired intangible assets at July 31, 2021. Amortization of purchased technology is charged to amortization of acquired technology in our consolidated statements of operations. Amortization of other acquired intangible assets such as customer lists is charged to amortization of other acquired intangible assets in our consolidated statements of operations. If impairment events occur, they could accelerate the timing of acquired intangible asset charges. (In millions) Expected Twelve months ending July 31, 2022 $ 274 2023 264 2024 248 2025 247 2026 247 Thereafter 1,972 Total expected future amortization expense $ 3,252 |
Business Combinations (Tables)
Business Combinations (Tables) | 12 Months Ended |
Jul. 31, 2021 | |
Business Combination and Asset Acquisition [Abstract] | |
Schedule of recognized identified assets acquired and liabilities assumed | The preliminary allocation of the Credit Karma purchase price is as follows: (In millions) Amount Cash and cash equivalents $ 436 Accounts receivable, net 141 Income taxes receivable 59 Prepaid expenses and other current assets 7 Long-term investments 3 Property and equipment, net 63 Operating lease right-of-use assets 167 Goodwill 3,898 Intangible assets 3,372 Other assets 81 Accounts payable (86) Accrued compensation and related liabilities (113) Other current liabilities (24) Operating lease liabilities (172) Long-term deferred income tax liabilities (627) Other long-term obligations (10) Total preliminary purchase price allocation $ 7,195 |
Schedule of finite-lived intangible assets acquired as part of business combination | The following table presents the details of identifiable intangible assets acquired. (In millions, except years) Estimated Useful Life Amount User relationships 15 years $ 2,781 Trade names/Trademarks 15 years 375 Purchased technology 6 years 216 Total identifiable intangible assets $ 3,372 |
Schedule of deferred tax assets and liabilities acquired | The following table summarizes the long-term deferred income tax assets and liabilities included in the purchase price allocation above: (In millions) Amount Intangibles $ (851) Federal and state net operating loss carryforwards 138 Federal research and experimentation credit carryforwards 51 Other, net 35 Total net long-term deferred income tax liabilities $ (627) |
Business acquisition, pro forma information | The following table summarizes the pro forma financial information: Twelve Months Ended July 31, (In millions) 2021 2020 Total revenue $ 9,876 $ 8,549 Net income $ 1,977 $ 1,319 Basic net income per share $ 7.21 $ 4.85 Diluted net income per share $ 7.11 $ 4.80 |
Current Liabilities (Tables)
Current Liabilities (Tables) | 12 Months Ended |
Jul. 31, 2021 | |
Other Liabilities Disclosure [Abstract] | |
Other current liabilities | Other current liabilities were as follows at the dates indicated: July 31, (In millions) 2021 2020 Executive deferred compensation plan liabilities $ 153 $ 123 Current portion of operating lease liabilities 66 46 Reserve for returns and credits 21 24 Amounts due for share repurchases 17 — Reserve for promotional discounts and rebates 10 11 Current portion of dividend payable 9 6 Interest payable 1 3 Other 84 84 Total other current liabilities $ 361 $ 297 |
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Long-Term Obligations and Commitments (Tables) | 12 Months Ended |
Jul. 31, 2021 | |
Long-Term Obligations and Commitments [Abstract] | |
Carrying value of senior unsecured debt | The carrying value of the Notes was as follows at the date indicated: July 31, July 31, Effective (In millions) 2021 2020 Interest Rate Senior unsecured notes issued June 2020: 0.650% notes due July 2023 $ 500 $ 500 0.837% 0.950% notes due July 2025 500 500 1.127% 1.350% notes due July 2027 500 500 1.486% 1.650% notes due July 2030 500 500 1.767% Total senior unsecured notes 2,000 2,000 Unamortized discount and debt issuance costs (14) (17) Net carrying value senior unsecured notes $ 1,986 $ 1,983 |
Future principal payments for long-term debt | Future principal payments for long-term debt at July 31, 2021 were as shown in the table below. (In millions) Fiscal year ending July 31, 2022 $ — 2023 500 2024 48 2025 500 2026 — Thereafter 1,000 Total commitments $ 2,048 |
Other long-term obligations | Other long-term obligations were as follows at the dates indicated: July 31, (In millions) 2021 2020 Long-term income tax liabilities $ 24 $ 10 Total dividend payable 17 12 Long-term deferred revenue 8 13 Other 15 17 Total long-term obligations 64 52 Less current portion (included in other current liabilities) (11) (10) Long-term obligations due after one year $ 53 $ 42 |
Annual minimum commitments under purchase obligations and operating leases | Annual minimum commitments under purchase obligations at July 31, 2021 were as shown in the table below. (In millions) Purchase Fiscal year ending July 31, 2022 $ 205 2023 147 2024 68 2025 58 2026 53 Thereafter — Total commitments $ 531 |
Leases (Tables)
Leases (Tables) | 12 Months Ended |
Jul. 31, 2021 | |
Leases [Abstract] | |
Components of lease expense | The components of lease expense were as follows: Twelve Months Ended July 31, (In millions) 2021 2020 Operating lease cost (1) $ 75 $ 69 Variable lease cost 11 13 Sublease income (16) (22) Total net lease cost $ 70 $ 60 (1) Includes short-term leases, which are not significant for the twelve months ended July 31, 2021 or 2020. Supplemental cash flow information related to operating leases was as follows: Twelve Months Ended July 31, 2021 2020 (In millions) Cash paid for amounts included in the measurement of operating lease liabilities $ 76 $ 70 Right-of-use assets obtained in exchange for new operating lease liabilities (1) $ 60 $ 346 (1) For the twelve months ended July 31, 2020, this includes $319 million for operating leases existing on August 1, 2019 and $27 million for operating leases that commenced during fiscal 2020. Other information related to operating leases was as follows at the dates indicated: July 31, 2021 2020 Weighted-average remaining lease term for operating leases 6.8 years 5.5 years Weighted-average discount rate for operating leases 2.3 % 3.1 % Supplemental balance sheet information related to operating leases was as follows at the date indicated: July 31, (In millions) 2021 2020 Operating lease right-of-use assets $ 380 $ 226 Other current liabilities $ 66 $ 46 Operating lease liabilities 380 221 Total operating lease liabilities $ 446 $ 267 |
Future minimum lease payments | Future minimum lease payments under non-cancellable operating leases as of July 31, 2021 were as follows: (In millions) Operating Leases (1) Fiscal year ending July 31, 2022 $ 76 2023 81 2024 78 2025 62 2026 45 Thereafter 139 Total future minimum lease payments 481 Less imputed interest (35) Present value of lease liabilities $ 446 (1) Non-cancellable sublease proceeds for the fiscal years ending July 31, 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025 of $18 million, $11 million, $8 million, and $4 million, respectively, are not included in the table above. |
Income Taxes (Tables)
Income Taxes (Tables) | 12 Months Ended |
Jul. 31, 2021 | |
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract] | |
Provision for income taxes from continuing operations | The provision for income taxes consisted of the following for the periods indicated: Twelve Months Ended July 31, (In millions) 2021 2020 2019 Current: Federal $ 399 $ 372 $ 271 State 121 79 67 Foreign 17 21 14 Total current 537 472 352 Deferred: Federal (33) (47) (23) State (11) (47) (4) Foreign 1 (6) (1) Total deferred (43) (100) (28) Total provision for income taxes $ 494 $ 372 $ 324 |
Sources of income from continuing operations before the provision for income taxes | The sources of income before the provision for income taxes consisted of the following for the periods indicated: Twelve Months Ended July 31, (In millions) 2021 2020 2019 United States $ 2,497 $ 2,206 $ 1,826 Foreign 59 (8) 55 Total $ 2,556 $ 2,198 $ 1,881 |
Differences between income taxes calculated using the federal statutory income tax rate and the provision for income taxes from continuing operations | Differences between income taxes calculated using the federal statutory income tax rate and the provision for income taxes were as follows for the periods indicated: Twelve Months Ended July 31, (In millions) 2021 2020 2019 Income before income taxes $ 2,556 $ 2,198 $ 1,881 U.S. federal statutory rate 21 % 21 % 21 % Statutory federal income tax $ 537 $ 462 $ 395 State income tax, net of federal benefit 87 25 50 Federal research and experimentation credits (70) (54) (48) Share-based compensation 38 22 15 Federal excess tax benefits related to share-based compensation (105) (79) (106) Effects of non-U.S. operations 4 13 13 Other, net 3 (17) 5 Total provision for income taxes $ 494 $ 372 $ 324 |
Components of deferred tax assets and liabilities | Significant deferred tax assets and liabilities were as follows at the dates indicated: July 31, (In millions) 2021 2020 Deferred tax assets: Accruals and reserves not currently deductible $ 48 $ 23 Operating lease liabilities 113 64 Accrued and deferred compensation 132 112 Loss and tax credit carryforwards 282 114 Intangible assets 33 26 Share-based compensation 59 44 Other, net 16 13 Total gross deferred tax assets 683 396 Valuation allowance (205) (132) Total deferred tax assets 478 264 Deferred tax liabilities: Deferred revenue 32 68 Operating lease right-of-use assets 96 55 Intangibles 844 45 Property and equipment 10 22 Other, net 13 11 Total deferred tax liabilities 995 201 Net deferred tax assets (liabilities) $ (517) $ 63 |
Components of net deferred tax assets, net of valuation allowances | The components of total net deferred tax assets (liabilities), net of valuation allowances, as shown on our consolidated balance sheets were as follows at the dates indicated: July 31, (In millions) 2021 2020 Long-term deferred income taxes $ 8 $ 65 Long-term deferred income tax liabilities (525) (2) Net deferred tax assets (liabilities) $ (517) $ 63 |
Aggregate changes in the balance of gross unrecognized tax benefits | The aggregate changes in the balance of our gross unrecognized tax benefits were as follows for the periods indicated: Twelve Months Ended July 31, (In millions) 2021 2020 2019 Gross unrecognized tax benefits, beginning balance $ 101 $ 120 $ 90 Increases related to tax positions from prior fiscal years, including acquisitions 69 2 13 Decreases related to tax positions from prior fiscal years — (35) — Increases related to tax positions taken during current fiscal year 31 21 23 Settlements with tax authorities — (1) (1) Lapse of statute of limitations (11) (6) (5) Gross unrecognized tax benefits, ending balance $ 190 $ 101 $ 120 |
Stockholders' Equity (Tables)
Stockholders' Equity (Tables) | 12 Months Ended |
Jul. 31, 2021 | |
Share-based Payment Arrangement [Abstract] | |
Total share-based compensation expense | The following table summarizes the total share-based compensation expense that we recorded in operating income for the periods shown. Twelve Months Ended July 31, (In millions except per share amounts) 2021 2020 2019 Cost of product revenue $ 1 $ 1 $ 1 Cost of service and other revenue 68 59 57 Selling and marketing 183 116 103 Research and development 281 151 136 General and administrative 220 108 104 Total share-based compensation expense 753 435 401 Income tax benefit (269) (173) (200) Decrease in net income $ 484 $ 262 $ 201 Decrease in net income per share: Basic $ 1.79 $ 1.00 $ 0.77 Diluted $ 1.77 $ 0.99 $ 0.76 |
Assumptions to estimate the fair value of stock options granted and shares purchased under Employee Stock Purchase Plan | We used the following assumptions to estimate the fair value of stock options granted and shares purchased under our Employee Stock Purchase Plan for the periods indicated: Twelve Months Ended July 31, 2021 2020 2019 Assumptions for stock options: Expected volatility (range) 29 % 32 % 26% - 27% Weighted average expected volatility 29 % 32 % 27 % Risk-free interest rate (range) 0.62 % 0.20 % 1.84% - 2.92% Expected dividend yield 0.45 % 0.70 % 0.67% - 0.85% Assumptions for ESPP: Expected volatility (range) 31% - 36% 23% - 72% 21% - 33% Weighted average expected volatility 34 % 39 % 26 % Risk-free interest rate (range) 0.02% - 0.17% 0.24% - 2.23% 1.94% - 2.44% Expected dividend yield 0.60% - 0.75% 0.74% - 0.95% 0.73% - 0.95% |
Share-based awards available for grant | A summary of share-based awards available for grant under our plans for the fiscal periods indicated was as follows: (Shares in thousands) Shares Balance at July 31, 2018 22,791 Restricted stock units granted (1) (5,639) Options granted (487) Share-based awards canceled/forfeited/expired (1)(2) 4,393 Balance at July 31, 2019 21,058 Restricted stock units granted (1) (6,111) Options granted (382) Share-based awards canceled/forfeited/expired (1)(2) 3,482 Balance at July 31, 2020 18,047 Shares available for grant under the Credit Karma Plan 4,298 Restricted stock units granted (1) (9,191) Options granted (323) Share-based awards canceled/forfeited/expired (1)(2) 4,020 Balance at July 31, 2021 16,851 (1) RSUs granted from the pool of shares available for grant under our 2005 Equity Incentive Plan reduce the pool by 2.3 shares for each share granted. RSUs forfeited and returned to the pool of shares available for grant under the 2005 Equity Incentive Plan increase the pool by 2.3 shares for each share forfeited. Shares granted from the Credit Karma Plan reduce the pool by one share for each share granted. Shares forfeited and returned to the pool from the Credit Karma Plan increase the pool by one share for each share forfeited (2) Stock options and RSUs canceled, expired or forfeited under our 2005 Equity Incentive Plan and Credit Karma Plan are returned to the pool of shares available for grant. Under the 2005 Equity Incentive Plan, shares withheld for income taxes upon vesting of RSUs that were granted on or after July 21, 2016 are also returned to the pool of shares available for grant. Stock options and RSUs canceled, expired or forfeited under older expired plans are not returned to the pool of shares available for grant. Under the Credit Karma Plan, shares withheld for income taxes are also returned to the pool of shares available for grant. |
Summary of restricted stock unit activity | A summary of restricted stock unit (RSU) and restricted stock activity for the periods indicated was as follows: (Shares in thousands) Number Weighted Nonvested at July 31, 2018 7,383 $131.50 Granted 2,452 245.40 Vested (3,123) 129.31 Forfeited (1,029) 107.40 Nonvested at July 31, 2019 5,683 186.22 Granted 2,657 271.80 Vested (2,039) 180.40 Forfeited (637) 154.91 Nonvested at July 31, 2020 5,664 231.97 Assumed through acquisition 1,998 355.49 Granted (1) 3,877 431.82 Restricted stock subject to revest provisions issued in connection with acquisition 775 355.49 Vested (2,242) 262.23 Forfeited (1,034) 251.41 Nonvested at July 31, 2021 9,038 $345.86 (1) This includes 809,000 RSUSs granted to the employees of Credit Karma in connection with the acquisition with a grant date fair value of $300 million. See Note 6, “ Business Combinations .” |
Additional information regarding RSUs | Additional information regarding our RSUs is shown in the table below. Twelve Months Ended July 31, (In millions) 2021 2020 2019 Total fair market value of shares vested $ 942 $ 620 $ 676 Share-based compensation for RSUs $ 708 $ 382 $ 351 Total tax benefit related to RSU share-based compensation expense $ 225 $ 134 $ 141 Cash tax benefits realized for tax deductions for RSUs $ 221 $ 139 $ 150 |
Stock option activity | A summary of stock option activity for the periods indicated was as follows: Options Outstanding (Shares in thousands) Number of Weighted Average Balance at July 31, 2018 5,154 $120.26 Granted 487 274.26 Exercised (1,924) 102.49 Canceled or expired (343) 138.59 Balance at July 31, 2019 3,374 150.75 Granted 382 303.94 Exercised (993) 111.82 Canceled or expired (82) 188.39 Balance at July 31, 2020 2,681 185.83 Granted 323 525.51 Exercised (718) 128.39 Canceled or expired (82) 264.53 Balance at July 31, 2021 2,204 $251.48 |
Stock options outstanding | Information regarding stock options outstanding as of July 31, 2021 is summarized below: Number Weighted Average Remaining Contractual Life (in Years) Weighted Average Exercise Price per Share Aggregate Intrinsic Value (in millions) Options outstanding 2,204 4.33 $251.48 $614 Options exercisable 1,358 3.31 $173.90 $483 |
Additional information regarding stock options and ESPP shares | Additional information regarding our stock options and ESPP shares is shown in the table below. Twelve Months Ended July 31, (In millions except per share amounts) 2021 2020 2019 Weighted average fair value of options granted (per share) $ 122.16 $ 74.85 $ 63.18 Total grant date fair value of options vested $ 17 $ 23 $ 30 Aggregate intrinsic value of options exercised $ 179 $ 159 $ 248 Share-based compensation expense for stock options and ESPP $ 45 $ 53 $ 50 Total tax benefit for stock option and ESPP share-based compensation $ 44 $ 39 $ 59 Cash received from option exercises $ 92 $ 111 $ 197 Cash tax benefits realized related to tax deductions for non-qualified option exercises and disqualifying dispositions under all share-based payment arrangements $ 48 $ 39 $ 58 |
Components of accumulated other comprehensive loss, net of income taxes | The following table shows the components of accumulated other comprehensive loss, net of income taxes, in the stockholders’ equity section of our consolidated balance sheets at the dates indicated. July 31, (In millions) 2021 2020 Unrealized gain on available-for-sale debt securities $ 3 $ 6 Foreign currency translation adjustments (27) (38) Total accumulated other comprehensive loss $ (24) $ (32) |
Segment Information (Tables)
Segment Information (Tables) | 12 Months Ended |
Jul. 31, 2021 | |
Segment Reporting [Abstract] | |
Financial results by reportable segment and significant product and service | The following table shows our financial results by reportable segment for the periods indicated. Twelve Months Ended July 31, (In millions) 2021 2020 2019 Net revenue: Small Business & Self-Employed $ 4,688 $ 4,050 $ 3,533 Consumer 3,563 3,136 2,775 Credit Karma 865 — — ProConnect 517 493 476 Total net revenue $ 9,633 $ 7,679 $ 6,784 Operating income: Small Business & Self-Employed $ 2,590 $ 2,091 $ 1,722 Consumer 2,237 2,063 1,820 Credit Karma 182 — — ProConnect 372 346 330 Total segment operating income 5,381 4,500 3,872 Unallocated corporate items: Share-based compensation expense (753) (435) (401) Other corporate expenses (1,932) (1,861) (1,591) Amortization of acquired technology (50) (22) (20) Amortization of other acquired intangible assets (146) (6) (6) Total unallocated corporate items (2,881) (2,324) (2,018) Total operating income $ 2,500 $ 2,176 $ 1,854 Revenue classified by significant product and service offerings was as follows: Twelve Months Ended July 31, (In millions) 2021 2020 2019 Net revenue: QuickBooks Online Accounting $ 1,699 $ 1,354 $ 980 Online Services 1,051 828 683 Total Online Ecosystem 2,750 2,182 1,663 QuickBooks Desktop Accounting 789 755 732 Desktop Services and Supplies 1,149 1,113 1,138 Total Desktop Ecosystem 1,938 1,868 1,870 Small Business & Self-Employed 4,688 4,050 3,533 Consumer 3,563 3,136 2,775 Credit Karma 865 — — ProConnect 517 493 476 Total net revenue $ 9,633 $ 7,679 $ 6,784 |
Description of Business and S_4
Description of Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies - Additional information (Details) - USD ($) | 12 Months Ended | ||
Jul. 31, 2021 | Jul. 31, 2020 | Jul. 31, 2019 | |
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items] | |||
Operating income reclassified | $ (2,500,000,000) | $ (2,176,000,000) | $ (1,854,000,000) |
Deferred revenue, revenue recognized | $ 652,000,000 | 619,000,000 | |
Revenue, performance obligation, description of timing | 12 months | ||
Long-term deferred revenue | $ 8,000,000 | 13,000,000 | |
Advertising expense | 1,100,000,000 | 778,000,000 | 800,000,000 |
Notes receivable | $ 139,000,000 | $ 40,000,000 | |
Business combination measurement period | 1 year | ||
Acquired intangible assets, useful life | 14 years | 4 years | |
Goodwill, impairment loss | $ 0 | $ 0 | 0 |
Minimum | |||
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items] | |||
Property and equipment, useful life | 2 years | ||
Acquired intangible assets, useful life | 2 years | ||
Capitalized contract cost, amortization period | 3 years | ||
Maximum | |||
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items] | |||
Property and equipment, useful life | 30 years | ||
Acquired intangible assets, useful life | 15 years | ||
Capitalized contract cost, amortization period | 4 years | ||
Operating Segments | |||
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items] | |||
Operating income reclassified | $ (5,381,000,000) | (4,500,000,000) | (3,872,000,000) |
Small Business & Self-Employed | Operating Segments | |||
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items] | |||
Operating income reclassified | (2,590,000,000) | (2,091,000,000) | (1,722,000,000) |
Consumer | Operating Segments | |||
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items] | |||
Operating income reclassified | (2,237,000,000) | (2,063,000,000) | (1,820,000,000) |
ProConnect | Operating Segments | |||
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items] | |||
Operating income reclassified | $ (372,000,000) | (346,000,000) | (330,000,000) |
Segment Reclass | Small Business & Self-Employed | Operating Segments | |||
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items] | |||
Operating income reclassified | 180,000,000 | 172,000,000 | |
Segment Reclass | Consumer | Operating Segments | |||
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items] | |||
Operating income reclassified | 121,000,000 | 78,000,000 | |
Segment Reclass | ProConnect | Operating Segments | |||
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items] | |||
Operating income reclassified | $ 13,000,000 | $ 12,000,000 | |
Software Development | Minimum | |||
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items] | |||
Property and equipment, useful life | 3 years | ||
Software Development | Maximum | |||
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items] | |||
Property and equipment, useful life | 6 years |
Description of Business and S_5
Description of Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies - Schedule of shares used in the computation of basic and diluted net income per share (Details) - USD ($) $ / shares in Units, shares in Millions, $ in Millions | 12 Months Ended | ||
Jul. 31, 2021 | Jul. 31, 2020 | Jul. 31, 2019 | |
Numerator: | |||
Net income | $ 2,062 | $ 1,826 | $ 1,557 |
Shares used in basic per share amounts: | |||
Weighted average common shares outstanding (in shares) | 270 | 261 | 260 |
Shares used in diluted per share amounts: | |||
Weighted average common shares outstanding (in shares) | 270 | 261 | 260 |
Dilutive common equivalent shares from stock options and restricted stock awards (in shares) | 3 | 3 | 4 |
Dilutive weighted average common shares outstanding (in shares) | 273 | 264 | 264 |
Basic and diluted net income per share: | |||
Basic net income per share (in dollars per share) | $ 7.65 | $ 6.99 | $ 5.99 |
Diluted net income per share (in dollars per share) | $ 7.56 | $ 6.92 | $ 5.89 |
Weighted average stock options and restricted stock units that have been excluded from dilutive common equivalent shares outstanding due to their anti-dilutive effect (in shares) | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Fair Value Measurements - Sched
Fair Value Measurements - Schedule of financial assets and liabilities measured at fair value (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions | Jul. 31, 2021 | Jul. 31, 2020 |
Available-for-sale debt securities: | ||
Total available-for-sale debt securities | $ 1,508 | $ 808 |
Liabilities: | ||
Carrying value | 2,048 | |
Municipal bonds | ||
Available-for-sale debt securities: | ||
Total available-for-sale debt securities | 38 | 9 |
Corporate notes | ||
Available-for-sale debt securities: | ||
Total available-for-sale debt securities | 1,400 | 752 |
U.S. agency securities | ||
Available-for-sale debt securities: | ||
Total available-for-sale debt securities | 70 | 47 |
Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring | ||
Assets: | ||
Cash equivalents, primarily money market funds and time deposits | 1,660 | 5,765 |
Available-for-sale debt securities: | ||
Total available-for-sale debt securities | 1,508 | 808 |
Total assets measured at fair value on a recurring basis | 3,168 | 6,573 |
Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring | Municipal bonds | ||
Available-for-sale debt securities: | ||
Total available-for-sale debt securities | 38 | 9 |
Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring | Corporate notes | ||
Available-for-sale debt securities: | ||
Total available-for-sale debt securities | 1,400 | 752 |
Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring | U.S. agency securities | ||
Available-for-sale debt securities: | ||
Total available-for-sale debt securities | 70 | 47 |
Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring | Level 1 | ||
Assets: | ||
Cash equivalents, primarily money market funds and time deposits | 1,660 | 5,765 |
Available-for-sale debt securities: | ||
Total available-for-sale debt securities | 0 | 0 |
Total assets measured at fair value on a recurring basis | 1,660 | 5,765 |
Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring | Level 1 | Municipal bonds | ||
Available-for-sale debt securities: | ||
Total available-for-sale debt securities | 0 | 0 |
Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring | Level 1 | Corporate notes | ||
Available-for-sale debt securities: | ||
Total available-for-sale debt securities | 0 | 0 |
Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring | Level 1 | U.S. agency securities | ||
Available-for-sale debt securities: | ||
Total available-for-sale debt securities | 0 | 0 |
Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring | Level 2 | ||
Assets: | ||
Cash equivalents, primarily money market funds and time deposits | 0 | 0 |
Available-for-sale debt securities: | ||
Total available-for-sale debt securities | 1,508 | 808 |
Total assets measured at fair value on a recurring basis | 1,508 | 808 |
Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring | Level 2 | Municipal bonds | ||
Available-for-sale debt securities: | ||
Total available-for-sale debt securities | 38 | 9 |
Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring | Level 2 | Corporate notes | ||
Available-for-sale debt securities: | ||
Total available-for-sale debt securities | 1,400 | 752 |
Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring | Level 2 | U.S. agency securities | ||
Available-for-sale debt securities: | ||
Total available-for-sale debt securities | 70 | 47 |
Senior Unsecured Notes | ||
Liabilities: | ||
Carrying value | 1,990 | 1,980 |
Senior Unsecured Notes | Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring | ||
Liabilities: | ||
Senior unsecured notes | 1,986 | 2,042 |
Senior Unsecured Notes | Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring | Level 1 | ||
Liabilities: | ||
Senior unsecured notes | 0 | 0 |
Senior Unsecured Notes | Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring | Level 2 | ||
Liabilities: | ||
Senior unsecured notes | $ 1,986 | $ 2,042 |
Fair Value Measurements - Sch_2
Fair Value Measurements - Schedule of cash equivalents and available-for-sale debt securities by balance sheet classification (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions | Jul. 31, 2021 | Jul. 31, 2020 |
Available-for-sale debt securities: | ||
Total available-for-sale debt securities | $ 1,508 | $ 808 |
Long-term Investments | 43 | 19 |
Level 3 | ||
Available-for-sale debt securities: | ||
Loans held-for-sale | 98 | |
In cash and cash equivalents | ||
Cash equivalents: | ||
Total cash and cash equivalents | 2,562 | 6,442 |
Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring | ||
Cash equivalents: | ||
Total cash and cash equivalents | 1,660 | 5,765 |
Available-for-sale debt securities: | ||
Total available-for-sale debt securities | 1,508 | 808 |
Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring | Level 1 | ||
Cash equivalents: | ||
Total cash and cash equivalents | 1,660 | 5,765 |
Available-for-sale debt securities: | ||
Total available-for-sale debt securities | 0 | 0 |
Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring | Level 2 | ||
Cash equivalents: | ||
Total cash and cash equivalents | 0 | 0 |
Available-for-sale debt securities: | ||
Total available-for-sale debt securities | 1,508 | 808 |
Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring | In cash and cash equivalents | ||
Cash equivalents: | ||
Total cash and cash equivalents | 1,660 | 5,765 |
Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring | In cash and cash equivalents | Level 1 | ||
Cash equivalents: | ||
Total cash and cash equivalents | 1,660 | 5,765 |
Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring | In cash and cash equivalents | Level 2 | ||
Cash equivalents: | ||
Total cash and cash equivalents | 0 | 0 |
Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring | In investments | ||
Available-for-sale debt securities: | ||
Total available-for-sale debt securities | 1,308 | 608 |
Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring | In investments | Level 1 | ||
Available-for-sale debt securities: | ||
Total available-for-sale debt securities | 0 | 0 |
Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring | In investments | Level 2 | ||
Available-for-sale debt securities: | ||
Total available-for-sale debt securities | 1,308 | 608 |
Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring | In funds held for customers | ||
Available-for-sale debt securities: | ||
Total available-for-sale debt securities | 200 | 200 |
Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring | In funds held for customers | Level 1 | ||
Available-for-sale debt securities: | ||
Total available-for-sale debt securities | 0 | 0 |
Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring | In funds held for customers | Level 2 | ||
Available-for-sale debt securities: | ||
Total available-for-sale debt securities | $ 200 | $ 200 |
Cash and Cash Equivalents, In_3
Cash and Cash Equivalents, Investments, and Funds Held for Customers - Table of cash and cash equivalents, investments, and funds held for customers by balance sheet classification (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions | Jul. 31, 2021 | Jul. 31, 2020 | Jul. 31, 2019 |
Amortized Cost | |||
Cash and cash equivalents | $ 2,562 | $ 6,442 | $ 2,116 |
Investments | 1,504 | 800 | |
Total cash and cash equivalents, investments, and funds held for customers | 4,323 | 7,497 | |
Fair Value | |||
Investments | 1,508 | 808 | |
Total cash and cash equivalents, investments, and funds held for customers | 4,327 | 7,505 | |
Cash and cash equivalents | |||
Amortized Cost | |||
Cash and cash equivalents | 2,562 | 6,442 | |
Fair Value | |||
Cash and cash equivalents | 2,562 | 6,442 | |
Investments | |||
Amortized Cost | |||
Investments | 1,305 | 600 | |
Fair Value | |||
Investments | 1,308 | 608 | |
Funds held for customers | |||
Amortized Cost | |||
Investments | 456 | 455 | |
Fair Value | |||
Investments | $ 457 | $ 455 |
Cash and Cash Equivalents, In_4
Cash and Cash Equivalents, Investments, and Funds Held for Customers - Table of cash and cash equivalents, investments, and funds held for customers by investment type (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions | Jul. 31, 2021 | Jul. 31, 2020 | Jul. 31, 2019 | Jul. 31, 2018 |
Amortized Cost | ||||
Total cash, cash equivalents, restricted cash, and restricted cash equivalents | $ 2,819 | $ 6,697 | $ 2,352 | $ 1,631 |
Total available-for-sale debt securities | 1,504 | 800 | ||
Total cash and cash equivalents, investments, and funds held for customers | 4,323 | 7,497 | ||
Fair Value | ||||
Total available-for-sale debt securities | 1,508 | 808 | ||
Total cash and cash equivalents, investments, and funds held for customers | 4,327 | 7,505 | ||
Total cash, cash equivalents, restricted cash, and restricted cash equivalents | ||||
Amortized Cost | ||||
Total cash, cash equivalents, restricted cash, and restricted cash equivalents | 2,819 | 6,697 | ||
Fair Value | ||||
Total cash and cash equivalents | 2,819 | 6,697 | ||
Total available-for-sale debt securities | ||||
Amortized Cost | ||||
Total available-for-sale debt securities | 1,504 | 800 | ||
Fair Value | ||||
Total available-for-sale debt securities | 1,508 | 808 | ||
Municipal bonds | ||||
Amortized Cost | ||||
Total available-for-sale debt securities | 37 | 9 | ||
Fair Value | ||||
Total available-for-sale debt securities | 38 | 9 | ||
Corporate notes | ||||
Amortized Cost | ||||
Total available-for-sale debt securities | 1,397 | 744 | ||
Fair Value | ||||
Total available-for-sale debt securities | 1,400 | 752 | ||
U.S. agency securities | ||||
Amortized Cost | ||||
Total available-for-sale debt securities | 70 | 47 | ||
Fair Value | ||||
Total available-for-sale debt securities | $ 70 | $ 47 |
Cash and Cash Equivalents, In_5
Cash and Cash Equivalents, Investments, and Funds Held for Customers - Table of available-for-sale debt securities classified by maturity date (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions | Jul. 31, 2021 | Jul. 31, 2020 |
Amortized Cost | ||
Due within one year | $ 551 | $ 389 |
Due within two years | 550 | 256 |
Due within three years | 398 | 137 |
Due after three years | 5 | 18 |
Total available-for-sale debt securities | 1,504 | 800 |
Fair Value | ||
Due within one year | 553 | 390 |
Due within two years | 551 | 261 |
Due within three years | 398 | 139 |
Due after three years | 6 | 18 |
Total available-for-sale debt securities | $ 1,508 | $ 808 |
Cash and Cash Equivalents, In_6
Cash and Cash Equivalents, Investments, and Funds Held for Customers - Investments in funds held for customers (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions | Jul. 31, 2021 | Jul. 31, 2020 | Jul. 31, 2019 | Jul. 31, 2018 |
Cash and Cash Equivalents, Investments and Funds Held for Customers [Abstract] | ||||
Restricted cash and restricted cash equivalents | $ 257 | $ 255 | $ 236 | $ 167 |
Restricted available-for-sale debt securities | 200 | 200 | 200 | 200 |
Total funds held for customers | $ 457 | $ 455 | $ 436 | $ 367 |
Property and Equipment - Schedu
Property and Equipment - Schedule of property and equipment (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions | 12 Months Ended | |
Jul. 31, 2021 | Jul. 31, 2020 | |
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items] | ||
Equipment | $ 199 | $ 226 |
Computer software | 899 | 870 |
Furniture and fixtures | 96 | 93 |
Leasehold improvements | 350 | 298 |
Land | 79 | 79 |
Buildings | 375 | 372 |
Capital in progress | 122 | 90 |
Total property plant and equipment, gross | 2,120 | 2,028 |
Less accumulated depreciation and amortization | (1,340) | (1,294) |
Total property and equipment, net | $ 780 | $ 734 |
Minimum | ||
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items] | ||
Life in years | 2 years | |
Maximum | ||
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items] | ||
Life in years | 30 years | |
Equipment | Minimum | ||
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items] | ||
Life in years | 3 years | |
Equipment | Maximum | ||
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items] | ||
Life in years | 5 years | |
Computer software | Minimum | ||
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items] | ||
Life in years | 2 years | |
Computer software | Maximum | ||
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items] | ||
Life in years | 6 years | |
Furniture and fixtures | ||
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items] | ||
Life in years | 5 years | |
Leasehold improvements | Minimum | ||
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items] | ||
Life in years | 2 years | |
Leasehold improvements | Maximum | ||
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items] | ||
Life in years | 16 years | |
Buildings | Minimum | ||
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items] | ||
Life in years | 5 years | |
Buildings | Maximum | ||
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items] | ||
Life in years | 30 years |
Property and Equipment - Additi
Property and Equipment - Additional information (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions | 12 Months Ended | ||
Jul. 31, 2021 | Jul. 31, 2020 | Jul. 31, 2019 | |
Property, Plant and Equipment [Abstract] | |||
Capitalized software costs | $ 72 | $ 78 | $ 79 |
Capitalized labor costs | $ 30 | $ 40 | $ 43 |
Goodwill and Acquired Intangi_3
Goodwill and Acquired Intangible Assets - Goodwill (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions | 12 Months Ended | ||
Jul. 31, 2021 | Jul. 31, 2020 | Jul. 31, 2019 | |
Goodwill [Roll Forward] | |||
Goodwill, beginning balance | $ 1,654 | $ 1,655 | |
Goodwill Acquired | 3,957 | 0 | |
Foreign Currency Translation | 2 | (1) | |
Goodwill, ending balance | 5,613 | 1,654 | |
Small Business & Self-Employed | |||
Goodwill [Roll Forward] | |||
Goodwill, beginning balance | 1,518 | 1,518 | |
Goodwill Acquired | 59 | 0 | |
Foreign Currency Translation | 1 | 0 | |
Goodwill, ending balance | 1,578 | 1,518 | |
Goodwill net of accumulated impairment losses | $ 114 | ||
Consumer | |||
Goodwill [Roll Forward] | |||
Goodwill, beginning balance | 42 | 42 | |
Goodwill Acquired | 0 | 0 | |
Foreign Currency Translation | 0 | 0 | |
Goodwill, ending balance | 42 | 42 | |
ProConnect | |||
Goodwill [Roll Forward] | |||
Goodwill, beginning balance | 94 | 95 | |
Goodwill Acquired | 0 | 0 | |
Foreign Currency Translation | 1 | (1) | |
Goodwill, ending balance | 95 | 94 | |
Credit Karma | |||
Goodwill [Roll Forward] | |||
Goodwill, beginning balance | 0 | 0 | |
Goodwill Acquired | 3,898 | 0 | |
Foreign Currency Translation | 0 | 0 | |
Goodwill, ending balance | $ 3,898 | $ 0 |
Goodwill and Acquired Intangi_4
Goodwill and Acquired Intangible Assets - Acquired intangible assets (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions | 12 Months Ended | |
Jul. 31, 2021 | Jul. 31, 2020 | |
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Abstract] | ||
Cost | $ 4,166 | $ 744 |
Accumulated amortization | (914) | (716) |
Acquired intangible assets, net | $ 3,252 | $ 28 |
Weighted average life in years | 14 years | 4 years |
Expected Future Amortization Expense | ||
2022 | $ 274 | |
2023 | 264 | |
2024 | 248 | |
2025 | 247 | |
2026 | 247 | |
Thereafter | 1,972 | |
Acquired intangible assets, net | 3,252 | $ 28 |
Customer Lists / User Relationships | ||
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Abstract] | ||
Cost | 3,038 | 256 |
Accumulated amortization | (377) | (248) |
Acquired intangible assets, net | $ 2,661 | $ 8 |
Weighted average life in years | 15 years | 5 years |
Expected Future Amortization Expense | ||
Acquired intangible assets, net | $ 2,661 | $ 8 |
Purchased Technology | ||
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Abstract] | ||
Cost | 686 | 421 |
Accumulated amortization | (455) | (404) |
Acquired intangible assets, net | $ 231 | $ 17 |
Weighted average life in years | 5 years | 3 years |
Expected Future Amortization Expense | ||
Acquired intangible assets, net | $ 231 | $ 17 |
Trade Names and Logos | ||
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Abstract] | ||
Cost | 400 | 25 |
Accumulated amortization | (41) | (25) |
Acquired intangible assets, net | $ 359 | $ 0 |
Weighted average life in years | 15 years | 0 years |
Expected Future Amortization Expense | ||
Acquired intangible assets, net | $ 359 | $ 0 |
Covenants Not to Compete or Sue | ||
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Abstract] | ||
Cost | 42 | 42 |
Accumulated amortization | (41) | (39) |
Acquired intangible assets, net | $ 1 | $ 3 |
Weighted average life in years | 3 years | 3 years |
Expected Future Amortization Expense | ||
Acquired intangible assets, net | $ 1 | $ 3 |
Business Combinations - Additio
Business Combinations - Additional information (Details) - Credit Karma - USD ($) $ / shares in Units, shares in Millions, $ in Millions | Dec. 03, 2020 | Jul. 31, 2021 | Jul. 31, 2020 | Dec. 02, 2020 |
Business Acquisition [Line Items] | ||||
Acquisition costs | $ 31 | $ 28 | ||
Consideration transferred | $ 8,100 | |||
Total preliminary purchase price allocation | 7,195 | |||
Payments to acquire businesses | $ 3,400 | |||
Service period of equity awards assumed | 3 years | |||
Share price (in dollars per share) | $ 355.49 | |||
Estimated useful life | 14 years 4 months 24 days | |||
Common Stock | ||||
Business Acquisition [Line Items] | ||||
Business acquisition, equity interest issued (in shares) | 10.6 | |||
Fair value of equity awards | $ 3,800 | |||
Equity Award | ||||
Business Acquisition [Line Items] | ||||
Consideration transferred liabilities incurred, included in purchase price | 47 | |||
Consideration transferred liabilities incurred, not included in purchase price | 663 | |||
Revest Provision | ||||
Business Acquisition [Line Items] | ||||
Fair value of equity awards | 275 | |||
Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) | ||||
Business Acquisition [Line Items] | ||||
Fair value of equity awards | $ 300 | |||
Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) | Empolyees of Credit Karma | ||||
Business Acquisition [Line Items] | ||||
Fair value of equity awards | $ 300 | |||
Service period of equity awards assumed | 4 years |
Business Combinations - Schedul
Business Combinations - Schedule of Preliminary Allocation of Purchase Price (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions | Jul. 31, 2021 | Dec. 03, 2020 | Jul. 31, 2020 | Jul. 31, 2019 |
Business Acquisition [Line Items] | ||||
Goodwill | $ 5,613 | $ 1,654 | $ 1,655 | |
Credit Karma | ||||
Business Acquisition [Line Items] | ||||
Cash and cash equivalents | $ 436 | |||
Accounts receivable, net | 141 | |||
Income taxes receivable | 59 | |||
Prepaid expenses and other current assets | 7 | |||
Long-term investments | 3 | |||
Property and equipment, net | 63 | |||
Operating lease right-of-use assets | 167 | |||
Goodwill | 3,898 | |||
Intangible assets | 3,372 | |||
Other assets | 81 | |||
Accounts payable | (86) | |||
Accrued compensation and related liabilities | (113) | |||
Other current liabilities | (24) | |||
Operating lease liabilities | (172) | |||
Long-term deferred income tax liabilities | (627) | |||
Other long-term obligations | (10) | |||
Total preliminary purchase price allocation | $ 7,195 |
Business Combinations - Intangi
Business Combinations - Intangible Assets (Details) - Credit Karma $ in Millions | Dec. 03, 2020USD ($) |
Business Acquisition [Line Items] | |
Estimated Useful Life | 14 years 4 months 24 days |
Intangible assets | $ 3,372 |
User relationships | |
Business Acquisition [Line Items] | |
Estimated Useful Life | 15 years |
Intangible assets | $ 2,781 |
Trade names/Trademarks | |
Business Acquisition [Line Items] | |
Estimated Useful Life | 15 years |
Intangible assets | $ 375 |
Purchased technology | |
Business Acquisition [Line Items] | |
Estimated Useful Life | 6 years |
Intangible assets | $ 216 |
Business Combinations - Long Te
Business Combinations - Long Term Income Tax Assets and Liabilities (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions | Jul. 31, 2021 | Dec. 03, 2020 | Jul. 31, 2020 |
Business Acquisition [Line Items] | |||
Intangibles | $ (844) | $ (45) | |
Federal research and experimentation credit carryforwards | 71 | ||
Other, net | 16 | 13 | |
Total net long-term deferred income tax liabilities | $ (525) | $ (2) | |
Credit Karma | |||
Business Acquisition [Line Items] | |||
Intangibles | $ (851) | ||
Federal and state net operating loss carryforwards | 138 | ||
Federal research and experimentation credit carryforwards | 51 | ||
Other, net | 35 | ||
Total net long-term deferred income tax liabilities | $ (627) |
Business Combinations - Pro For
Business Combinations - Pro Forma Financial Information (Details) - Credit Karma - USD ($) $ / shares in Units, $ in Millions | 12 Months Ended | |
Jul. 31, 2021 | Jul. 31, 2020 | |
Business Acquisition [Line Items] | ||
Total revenue | $ 9,876 | $ 8,549 |
Net income | $ 1,977 | $ 1,319 |
Basic net income per share (in dollars per share) | $ 7.21 | $ 4.85 |
Diluted net income per share (in dollars per share) | $ 7.11 | $ 4.80 |
Current Liabilities - Additiona
Current Liabilities - Additional Information (Details) | Feb. 01, 2021USD ($) | May 02, 2019USD ($)extension | Oct. 31, 2020USD ($) | Jul. 31, 2021USD ($) | Jul. 31, 2020USD ($) | Jul. 31, 2019USD ($) |
Debt Instrument [Line Items] | ||||||
Repayments under revolving credit facility | $ 1,000,000,000 | $ 0 | $ 0 | |||
Interest paid | 30,000,000 | 14,000,000 | 17,000,000 | |||
Line of Credit | Revolving Credit Facility | ||||||
Debt Instrument [Line Items] | ||||||
Interest paid | 1,000,000 | 2,000,000 | 0 | |||
Amendment To Master Credit Agreement | Term Loan | ||||||
Debt Instrument [Line Items] | ||||||
Interest paid | 2,000,000 | $ 9,000,000 | $ 15,000,000 | |||
Amendment To Master Credit Agreement | Line of Credit | ||||||
Debt Instrument [Line Items] | ||||||
Aggregate principal amount | $ 1,400,000,000 | |||||
Debt instrument, covenant, debt To EBITDA ratio, maximum | 3.25 | |||||
Debt instrument, covenant, EBITDA to annual interest expense ratio, minimum | 3 | |||||
Amendment To Master Credit Agreement | Line of Credit | Revolving Credit Facility | ||||||
Debt Instrument [Line Items] | ||||||
Revolving credit facility | $ 1,000,000,000 | |||||
Revolving credit facility, increase limit | $ 250,000,000 | |||||
Debt instrument, maturity date extension | extension | 2 | |||||
Repayments under revolving credit facility | $ 1,000,000,000 | |||||
Fair value of amount outstanding | $ 0 | |||||
Amendment To Master Credit Agreement | Line of Credit | Revolving Credit Facility | Base Rate | Minimum | ||||||
Debt Instrument [Line Items] | ||||||
Basis spread on variable rate | 0.00% | |||||
Amendment To Master Credit Agreement | Line of Credit | Revolving Credit Facility | Base Rate | Maximum | ||||||
Debt Instrument [Line Items] | ||||||
Basis spread on variable rate | 0.10% | |||||
Amendment To Master Credit Agreement | Line of Credit | Revolving Credit Facility | London Interbank Offered Rate (LIBOR) | Minimum | ||||||
Debt Instrument [Line Items] | ||||||
Basis spread on variable rate | 0.69% | |||||
Amendment To Master Credit Agreement | Line of Credit | Revolving Credit Facility | London Interbank Offered Rate (LIBOR) | Maximum | ||||||
Debt Instrument [Line Items] | ||||||
Basis spread on variable rate | 1.10% | |||||
Amendment To Master Credit Agreement | Line of Credit | Term Loan | ||||||
Debt Instrument [Line Items] | ||||||
Repayments of short-term debt | $ 325,000,000 | |||||
Term loan, increase limit | $ 400,000,000 | |||||
Amendment To Master Credit Agreement | Line of Credit | Term Loan | Base Rate | Minimum | ||||||
Debt Instrument [Line Items] | ||||||
Basis spread on variable rate | 0.00% | |||||
Amendment To Master Credit Agreement | Line of Credit | Term Loan | Base Rate | Maximum | ||||||
Debt Instrument [Line Items] | ||||||
Basis spread on variable rate | 0.125% | |||||
Amendment To Master Credit Agreement | Line of Credit | Term Loan | London Interbank Offered Rate (LIBOR) | Minimum | ||||||
Debt Instrument [Line Items] | ||||||
Basis spread on variable rate | 0.625% | |||||
Amendment To Master Credit Agreement | Line of Credit | Term Loan | London Interbank Offered Rate (LIBOR) | Maximum | ||||||
Debt Instrument [Line Items] | ||||||
Basis spread on variable rate | 1.125% | |||||
Amendment To Master Credit Agreement | Unsecured Debt | Term Loan | ||||||
Debt Instrument [Line Items] | ||||||
Aggregate principal amount | $ 400,000,000 |
Current Liabilities - Other Cur
Current Liabilities - Other Current Liabilities (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions | Jul. 31, 2021 | Jul. 31, 2020 |
Other Liabilities Disclosure [Abstract] | ||
Executive deferred compensation plan liabilities | $ 153 | $ 123 |
Current portion of operating lease liabilities | 66 | 46 |
Reserve for returns and credits | 21 | 24 |
Amounts due for share repurchases | 17 | 0 |
Reserve for promotional discounts and rebates | 10 | 11 |
Current portion of dividend payable | 9 | 6 |
Interest payable | 1 | 3 |
Other | 84 | 84 |
Total other current liabilities | $ 361 | $ 297 |
Long-Term Obligations and Com_3
Long-Term Obligations and Commitments - Narrative (Details) | Jul. 16, 2021USD ($) | Jun. 30, 2021series | Jun. 30, 2020USD ($) | Jul. 31, 2021USD ($) | Jul. 31, 2020USD ($) | Jul. 31, 2019USD ($) | Feb. 19, 2019USD ($) |
Debt Instrument [Line Items] | |||||||
Number of unsecured note series | series | 4 | ||||||
Proceeds from issuance of long-term debt, net of discount and issuance costs | $ 0 | $ 1,983,000,000 | $ 0 | ||||
Interest paid | 30,000,000 | 14,000,000 | 17,000,000 | ||||
Line of Credit | Revolving Credit Facility | |||||||
Debt Instrument [Line Items] | |||||||
Interest paid | 1,000,000 | 2,000,000 | $ 0 | ||||
The Notes | Senior Unsecured Notes | |||||||
Debt Instrument [Line Items] | |||||||
Proceeds from issuance of long-term debt, net of discount and issuance costs | $ 1,980,000,000 | ||||||
Debt discount | 2,000,000 | ||||||
Debt issuance costs | $ 15,000,000 | ||||||
Interest paid | 24,000,000 | 0 | |||||
Repurchase price (in percent) | 101.00% | ||||||
Secured Revolving Credit Facility | Revolving Credit Facility | |||||||
Debt Instrument [Line Items] | |||||||
Interest paid | 3,000,000 | $ 3,000,000 | |||||
Secured Revolving Credit Facility | Line of Credit | Revolving Credit Facility | Subsidiary | |||||||
Debt Instrument [Line Items] | |||||||
Revolving credit facility | $ 300,000,000 | ||||||
Committed portion of revolving credit facility | $ 150,000,000 | ||||||
Uncommitted portion of revolving credit facility | $ 150,000,000 | ||||||
Amount outstanding under credit facility | $ 48,000,000 | ||||||
Weighted-average interest rate | 3.21% | ||||||
Amounts secured on outstanding balance | $ 199,000,000 | ||||||
Secured Revolving Credit Facility | Line of Credit | Revolving Credit Facility | Subsidiary | Minimum | |||||||
Debt Instrument [Line Items] | |||||||
Interest accrual, unused portion | 0.25% | ||||||
Secured Revolving Credit Facility | Line of Credit | Revolving Credit Facility | Subsidiary | Maximum | |||||||
Debt Instrument [Line Items] | |||||||
Interest accrual, unused portion | 0.75% | ||||||
Secured Revolving Credit Facility | Line of Credit | Revolving Credit Facility | London Interbank Offered Rate (LIBOR) | Subsidiary | |||||||
Debt Instrument [Line Items] | |||||||
Basis spread on variable rate | 1.50% |
Long-Term Obligations and Com_4
Long-Term Obligations and Commitments - Summary of Senior Unsecured Debt (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions | Jul. 31, 2021 | Jul. 31, 2020 |
Debt Instrument [Line Items] | ||
Total commitments | $ 2,048 | |
Senior Unsecured Notes | The Notes | ||
Debt Instrument [Line Items] | ||
Total senior unsecured notes | 2,000 | $ 2,000 |
Unamortized discount and debt issuance costs | (14) | (17) |
Total commitments | 1,986 | 1,983 |
Senior Unsecured Notes | 0.650% Notes Due July 2023 | ||
Debt Instrument [Line Items] | ||
Total senior unsecured notes | $ 500 | 500 |
Stated interest rate (in percent) | 0.65% | |
Effective interest rate (in percent) | 0.837% | |
Senior Unsecured Notes | 0.950% Notes Due July 2025 | ||
Debt Instrument [Line Items] | ||
Total senior unsecured notes | $ 500 | 500 |
Stated interest rate (in percent) | 0.95% | |
Effective interest rate (in percent) | 1.127% | |
Senior Unsecured Notes | 1.350% notes due July 2027 | ||
Debt Instrument [Line Items] | ||
Total senior unsecured notes | $ 500 | 500 |
Stated interest rate (in percent) | 1.35% | |
Effective interest rate (in percent) | 1.486% | |
Senior Unsecured Notes | 1.650% notes due July 2030 | ||
Debt Instrument [Line Items] | ||
Total senior unsecured notes | $ 500 | $ 500 |
Stated interest rate (in percent) | 1.65% | |
Effective interest rate (in percent) | 1.767% |
Long-Term Obligations and Com_5
Long-Term Obligations and Commitments - Future Principal Payments (Details) $ in Millions | Jul. 31, 2021USD ($) |
Long-Term Obligations and Commitments [Abstract] | |
2022 | $ 0 |
2023 | 500 |
2024 | 48 |
2025 | 500 |
2026 | 0 |
Thereafter | 1,000 |
Total commitments | $ 2,048 |
Long-Term Obligations and Com_6
Long-Term Obligations and Commitments - Other Long-Term Obligations (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions | Jul. 31, 2021 | Jul. 31, 2020 |
Long-Term Obligations and Commitments [Abstract] | ||
Long-term income tax liabilities | $ 24 | $ 10 |
Total dividend payable | 17 | 12 |
Long-term deferred revenue | 8 | 13 |
Other | 15 | 17 |
Total long-term obligations | 64 | 52 |
Less current portion (included in other current liabilities) | (11) | (10) |
Long-term obligations due after one year | $ 53 | $ 42 |
Long-Term Obligations and Com_7
Long-Term Obligations and Commitments - Operating Lease Commitments and Unconditional Purchase Obligations (Details) $ in Millions | Jul. 31, 2021USD ($) |
Purchase Obligation, Fiscal Year Maturity [Abstract] | |
2022 | $ 205 |
2023 | 147 |
2024 | 68 |
2025 | 58 |
2026 | 53 |
Thereafter | 0 |
Total commitments | $ 531 |
Leases - Narrative (Details)
Leases - Narrative (Details) $ in Millions | 1 Months Ended | 12 Months Ended | |
Mar. 31, 2020USD ($) | Jul. 31, 2021USD ($)optionsToExtend | Jul. 31, 2019USD ($) | |
Lessee, Lease, Description [Line Items] | |||
Operating lease terms | 10 years | ||
Number of options to extend | optionsToExtend | 1 | ||
Option to extend operating leases | 10 years | ||
Operating sublease terms | 4 years | ||
Reduction of right-of-use asset | $ 61 | ||
Reduction of lease liability | $ 61 | ||
Sublease rent expense | $ 42 | ||
Sublease rental income | $ 24 | ||
Leases not yet commenced | $ 43 | ||
Minimum | |||
Lessee, Lease, Description [Line Items] | |||
Number of sublease renewal options | optionsToExtend | 1 | ||
Terms for leases not yet commenced | 1 year | ||
Maximum | |||
Lessee, Lease, Description [Line Items] | |||
Term of sublease renewal options (up to) | 5 years | ||
Terms for leases not yet commenced | 11 years |
Leases - Lease Cost (Details)
Leases - Lease Cost (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions | 12 Months Ended | |
Jul. 31, 2021 | Jul. 31, 2020 | |
Leases [Abstract] | ||
Operating lease cost | $ 75 | $ 69 |
Variable lease cost | 11 | 13 |
Sublease income | (16) | (22) |
Total net lease cost | $ 70 | $ 60 |
Leases - Supplemental Cash Flow
Leases - Supplemental Cash Flows (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions | 12 Months Ended | |
Jul. 31, 2021 | Jul. 31, 2020 | |
Leases [Abstract] | ||
Cash paid for amounts included in the measurement of operating lease liabilities | $ 76 | $ 70 |
Right-of-use assets obtained in exchange for new operating lease liabilities | $ 60 | 346 |
Right-of-use assets, obtained in exchange for new operating lease liabilities, existing prior to August 1, 2019 | 319 | |
Right-of-use assets, obtained in exchange for new operating lease liabilities, operating leases not yet commenced | $ 27 |
Leases - Other Lease Informatio
Leases - Other Lease Information (Details) | Jul. 31, 2021 | Jul. 31, 2020 |
Leases [Abstract] | ||
Weighted-average remaining lease term for operating leases | 6 years 9 months 18 days | 5 years 6 months |
Weighted-average discount rate for operating leases | 2.30% | 3.10% |
Leases - Schedule of Future Pay
Leases - Schedule of Future Payments (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions | Jul. 31, 2021 | Jul. 31, 2020 |
Operating Lease Maturity | ||
2022 | $ 76 | |
2023 | 81 | |
2024 | 78 | |
2025 | 62 | |
2026 | 45 | |
Thereafter | 139 | |
Total future minimum lease payments | 481 | |
Less imputed interest | (35) | |
Present value of lease liabilities | 446 | $ 267 |
Sublease Income Maturity | ||
2022 | 18 | |
2023 | 11 | |
2024 | 8 | |
2025 | $ 4 |
Leases - Supplemental Balance S
Leases - Supplemental Balance Sheet (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions | Jul. 31, 2021 | Jul. 31, 2020 |
Leases [Abstract] | ||
Operating lease right-of-use assets | $ 380 | $ 226 |
Other current liabilities | 66 | 46 |
Operating lease liabilities | 380 | 221 |
Total operating lease liabilities | $ 446 | $ 267 |
Operating Lease, Liability, Current, Statement of Financial Position [Extensible List] | us-gaap:OtherLiabilitiesCurrent | us-gaap:OtherLiabilitiesCurrent |
Income Taxes - Provision for in
Income Taxes - Provision for income taxes from continuing operations (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions | 12 Months Ended | ||
Jul. 31, 2021 | Jul. 31, 2020 | Jul. 31, 2019 | |
Current: | |||
Federal | $ 399 | $ 372 | $ 271 |
State | 121 | 79 | 67 |
Foreign | 17 | 21 | 14 |
Total current | 537 | 472 | 352 |
Deferred: | |||
Federal | (33) | (47) | (23) |
State | (11) | (47) | (4) |
Foreign | 1 | (6) | (1) |
Total deferred | (43) | (100) | (28) |
Total provision for income taxes | $ 494 | $ 372 | $ 324 |
Income Taxes - Additional infor
Income Taxes - Additional information (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions | 12 Months Ended | |||
Jul. 31, 2021 | Jul. 31, 2020 | Jul. 31, 2019 | Jul. 31, 2018 | |
Operating Loss Carryforwards [Line Items] | ||||
Excess tax benefits related to stock-based compensation | $ 126 | $ 90 | $ 120 | |
Valuation allowance | 205 | 132 | ||
Federal research and experimentation credit carryforwards | 71 | |||
Unrecognized tax benefits | 190 | 101 | 120 | $ 90 |
Favorable net impact to income tax expense due to recognition of tax benefits | 109 | |||
Increase in unrecognized tax benefits from acquisition | 41 | |||
Long term income tax receivable | 75 | 59 | ||
Domestic Country | ||||
Operating Loss Carryforwards [Line Items] | ||||
Operating loss carryforwards | 216 | |||
State and Local Jurisdiction | ||||
Operating Loss Carryforwards [Line Items] | ||||
Excess tax benefits related to stock-based compensation | 21 | $ 11 | $ 14 | |
Operating loss carryforwards | 304 | |||
Deferred tax asset net operating loss carryforward | 17 | |||
Valuation allowance | 4 | |||
Foreign Tax Authority | Her Majesty's Revenue and Customs (HMRC) | ||||
Operating Loss Carryforwards [Line Items] | ||||
Operating loss carryforwards | 67 | |||
Foreign Tax Authority | Inland Revenue, Singapore (IRAS) | ||||
Operating Loss Carryforwards [Line Items] | ||||
Operating loss carryforwards | 63 | |||
Foreign Tax Authority | Secretariat of the Federal Revenue Bureau of Brazil | ||||
Operating Loss Carryforwards [Line Items] | ||||
Operating loss carryforwards | 59 | |||
Foreign Tax Authority | Australian Taxation Office | ||||
Operating Loss Carryforwards [Line Items] | ||||
Operating loss carryforwards | 2 | |||
Research Tax Credit Carryforward | State and Local Jurisdiction | ||||
Operating Loss Carryforwards [Line Items] | ||||
Deferred tax assets, tax credit carryforwards | $ 227 |
Income Taxes - Sources of incom
Income Taxes - Sources of income from continuing operations (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions | 12 Months Ended | ||
Jul. 31, 2021 | Jul. 31, 2020 | Jul. 31, 2019 | |
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract] | |||
United States | $ 2,497 | $ 2,206 | $ 1,826 |
Foreign | 59 | (8) | 55 |
Total | $ 2,556 | $ 2,198 | $ 1,881 |
Income Taxes - Differences betw
Income Taxes - Differences between income taxes calculated using the federal statutory income tax rate and the provision for income taxes from continuing operations (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions | 12 Months Ended | ||
Jul. 31, 2021 | Jul. 31, 2020 | Jul. 31, 2019 | |
Operating Loss Carryforwards [Line Items] | |||
Income before income taxes | $ 2,556 | $ 2,198 | $ 1,881 |
U.S. federal statutory rate | 21.00% | 21.00% | 21.00% |
Statutory federal income tax | $ 537 | $ 462 | $ 395 |
State income tax, net of federal benefit | 87 | 25 | 50 |
Federal research and experimentation credits | (70) | (54) | (48) |
Share-based compensation | 38 | 22 | 15 |
Federal excess tax benefits related to share-based compensation | (126) | (90) | (120) |
Effects of non-U.S. operations | 4 | 13 | 13 |
Other, net | 3 | (17) | 5 |
Total provision for income taxes | 494 | 372 | 324 |
Domestic Country | |||
Operating Loss Carryforwards [Line Items] | |||
Federal excess tax benefits related to share-based compensation | $ (105) | $ (79) | $ (106) |
Income Taxes - Components of de
Income Taxes - Components of deferred tax assets and liabilities (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions | Jul. 31, 2021 | Jul. 31, 2020 |
Deferred tax assets: | ||
Accruals and reserves not currently deductible | $ 48 | $ 23 |
Operating lease liabilities | 113 | 64 |
Accrued and deferred compensation | 132 | 112 |
Loss and tax credit carryforwards | 282 | 114 |
Intangible assets | 33 | 26 |
Share-based compensation | 59 | 44 |
Other, net | 16 | 13 |
Total gross deferred tax assets | 683 | 396 |
Valuation allowance | (205) | (132) |
Total deferred tax assets | 478 | 264 |
Deferred tax liabilities: | ||
Deferred revenue | 32 | 68 |
Operating lease right-of-use assets | 96 | 55 |
Intangibles | 844 | 45 |
Property and equipment | 10 | 22 |
Other, net | 13 | 11 |
Total deferred tax liabilities | 995 | 201 |
Net deferred tax liabilities | (517) | |
Net deferred tax asset | 63 | |
Deferred Tax Assets, Net [Abstract] | ||
Long-term deferred income taxes | 8 | 65 |
Long-term deferred income tax liabilities | $ (525) | $ (2) |
Income Taxes - Unrecognized tax
Income Taxes - Unrecognized tax benefits (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions | 12 Months Ended | ||
Jul. 31, 2021 | Jul. 31, 2020 | Jul. 31, 2019 | |
Reconciliation of Unrecognized Tax Benefits, Excluding Amounts Pertaining to Examined Tax Returns [Roll Forward] | |||
Gross unrecognized tax benefits, beginning balance | $ 101 | $ 120 | $ 90 |
Increases related to tax positions from prior fiscal years, including acquisitions | 69 | 2 | 13 |
Decreases related to tax positions from prior fiscal years | 0 | (35) | 0 |
Increases related to tax positions taken during current fiscal year | 31 | 21 | 23 |
Settlements with tax authorities | 0 | (1) | (1) |
Lapse of statute of limitations | (11) | (6) | (5) |
Gross unrecognized tax benefits, ending balance | $ 190 | $ 101 | $ 120 |
Stockholders' Equity - Addition
Stockholders' Equity - Additional Information (Details) $ / shares in Units, $ in Millions | Dec. 03, 2020shares | Jul. 31, 2021USD ($)period$ / sharesshares | Jul. 31, 2020USD ($)shares | Jul. 31, 2019USD ($)shares | Aug. 31, 2021$ / shares | Aug. 20, 2021USD ($) | Jul. 31, 2018shares |
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items] | |||||||
Stock repurchased during period (in shares) | $ | $ 1,022 | $ 318 | $ 561 | ||||
Stock repurchased and settled after period (in shares) | $ | $ 17 | ||||||
Common stock dividends, cash paid (in dollars per share) | $ / shares | $ 2.36 | ||||||
Common stock dividends | $ | $ (651) | ||||||
Common stock, shares authorized (in shares) | 750,000,000 | 750,000,000 | |||||
Pool shares reduced for each share granted (in shares) | 2.3 | ||||||
Pool shares increased for each share forfeited (in shares) | 2.3 | ||||||
Equity instruments other than options, assumed in acquisition during period, number (in shares) | 1,998,000 | ||||||
Shares available for grant (in shares) | 16,851,000 | 18,047,000 | 21,058,000 | 22,791,000 | |||
Stock offering period, months, employee stock purchase plans | 6 months | ||||||
Stock accrual period, employee stock purchase plans, number of accrual periods | period | 2 | ||||||
Stock offering period, number of months in accrual period | 3 months | ||||||
Percentage of lower of the closing price for stock on the first day last day of the offering period | 85.00% | ||||||
Shares issued during period for Employee Stock Purchase Plans (in shares) | 405,268 | 449,999 | 485,011 | ||||
Shares available for issuance under Employee Stock Purchase Plan (in shares) | 1,050,916 | ||||||
Credit Karma | |||||||
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items] | |||||||
Number of shares available for grant under assumed plan (in shares) | 4,298,127 | ||||||
Number of shares available for future issuance under assumed plan (in shares) | 2,300,246 | ||||||
Stock Options | |||||||
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items] | |||||||
Number of years until options vest | 7 years | ||||||
Shares available for grant (in shares) | 16,900,000 | ||||||
Stock Options | Minimum | |||||||
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items] | |||||||
Award vesting period | 3 years | ||||||
Stock Options | Maximum | |||||||
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items] | |||||||
Award vesting period | 4 years | ||||||
Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) | |||||||
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items] | |||||||
Percent of total share-based compensation expense | 80.00% | ||||||
Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) | Credit Karma | |||||||
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items] | |||||||
Equity instruments other than options, assumed in acquisition during period, number (in shares) | 1,997,881 | ||||||
Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) | Minimum | |||||||
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items] | |||||||
Award vesting period | 3 years | ||||||
Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) | Maximum | |||||||
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items] | |||||||
Award vesting period | 4 years | ||||||
Employee Stock | |||||||
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items] | |||||||
Common stock, shares authorized (in shares) | 23,800,000 | ||||||
Restated 2005 Plan | |||||||
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items] | |||||||
Common stock, shares authorized (in shares) | 138,100,000 | ||||||
Restated 2005 Plan | Stock Options | |||||||
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items] | |||||||
Pool shares reduced for each share granted (in shares) | 1 | ||||||
Number of shares added back to plan when grants are forfeited (in shares) | 1 | ||||||
Subsequent Event | |||||||
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items] | |||||||
Stock repurchase program, authorized amount (in shares) | $ | $ 2,000 | ||||||
Dividend per share payable (in dollars per share) | $ / shares | $ 0.68 | ||||||
Current Program | |||||||
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items] | |||||||
Stock repurchase program remaining authorized repurchase amount | $ | $ 1,300 | ||||||
Common Stock | |||||||
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items] | |||||||
Stock repurchases under stock repurchase programs (in shares) | 2,422,000 | 1,176,000 | 2,455,000 |
Stockholders' Equity - Share-Ba
Stockholders' Equity - Share-Based Compensation Expense (Details) - USD ($) $ / shares in Units, $ in Millions | 12 Months Ended | ||
Jul. 31, 2021 | Jul. 31, 2020 | Jul. 31, 2019 | |
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items] | |||
Share-based compensation expense | $ 753 | $ 435 | $ 401 |
Income tax benefit | (269) | (173) | (200) |
Decrease in net income | 484 | 262 | 201 |
Software and Software Development Costs | |||
Decrease in net income per share: | |||
Share-based compensation expense | $ 2 | $ 3 | $ 4 |
Share Based Compensation Expense | |||
Decrease in net income per share: | |||
Basic (in dollars per share) | $ 1.79 | $ 1 | $ 0.77 |
Diluted (in dollars per share) | $ 1.77 | $ 0.99 | $ 0.76 |
Total share-based compensation expense | |||
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items] | |||
Share-based compensation expense | $ 753 | $ 435 | $ 401 |
Cost of product revenue | |||
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items] | |||
Share-based compensation expense | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Cost of service and other revenue | |||
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items] | |||
Share-based compensation expense | 68 | 59 | 57 |
Selling and marketing | |||
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items] | |||
Share-based compensation expense | 183 | 116 | 103 |
Research and development | |||
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items] | |||
Share-based compensation expense | 281 | 151 | 136 |
General and administrative | |||
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items] | |||
Share-based compensation expense | $ 220 | $ 108 | $ 104 |
Stockholders' Equity - Determin
Stockholders' Equity - Determining Fair Value (Details) | 12 Months Ended | ||
Jul. 31, 2021 | Jul. 31, 2020 | Jul. 31, 2019 | |
Employee Stock Option | |||
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items] | |||
Expected volatility (range) | 29.00% | 32.00% | |
Weighted average expected volatility | 29.00% | 32.00% | 27.00% |
Risk-free interest rate (range) | 0.62% | 0.20% | |
Expected dividend yield | 0.45% | 0.70% | |
Employee Stock Option | Minimum | |||
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items] | |||
Expected volatility (range) | 26.00% | ||
Risk-free interest rate (range) | 1.84% | ||
Expected dividend yield | 0.67% | ||
Employee Stock Option | Maximum | |||
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items] | |||
Expected volatility (range) | 27.00% | ||
Risk-free interest rate (range) | 2.92% | ||
Expected dividend yield | 0.85% | ||
Employee Stock | |||
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items] | |||
Weighted average expected volatility | 34.00% | 39.00% | 26.00% |
Employee Stock | Minimum | |||
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items] | |||
Expected volatility (range) | 31.00% | 23.00% | 21.00% |
Risk-free interest rate (range) | 0.02% | 0.24% | 1.94% |
Expected dividend yield | 0.60% | 0.74% | 0.73% |
Employee Stock | Maximum | |||
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items] | |||
Expected volatility (range) | 36.00% | 72.00% | 33.00% |
Risk-free interest rate (range) | 0.17% | 2.23% | 2.44% |
Expected dividend yield | 0.75% | 0.95% | 0.95% |
Stockholders' Equity - Share-_2
Stockholders' Equity - Share-Based Awards Available for Grant (Details) - shares | 12 Months Ended | ||
Jul. 31, 2021 | Jul. 31, 2020 | Jul. 31, 2019 | |
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Outstanding [Roll Forward] | |||
Shares available for grant, beginning balance (in shares) | 18,047,000 | 21,058,000 | 22,791,000 |
Shares available for grant under an assumed plan (in shares) | 4,298,000 | ||
Restricted stock units granted (in shares) | (9,191,000) | (6,111,000) | (5,639,000) |
Options granted (in shares) | (323,000) | (382,000) | (487,000) |
Share-based awards canceled/forfeited/expired (in shares) | 4,020,000 | 3,482,000 | 4,393,000 |
Shares available for grant, ending balance (in shares) | 16,851,000 | 18,047,000 | 21,058,000 |
Pool shares reduced for each share granted (in shares) | 2.3 | ||
Pool shares increased for each share forfeited (in shares) | 2.3 |
Stockholders' Equity - Restrict
Stockholders' Equity - Restricted Stock Unit Activity and Related Share-Based Compensation Expense (Details) - USD ($) $ / shares in Units, $ in Millions | Dec. 03, 2020 | Jul. 31, 2021 | Jul. 31, 2020 | Jul. 31, 2019 |
Summary of restricted stock unit activity | ||||
Nonvested, number of shares, beginning balance (in shares) | 5,664,000 | 5,683,000 | 7,383,000 | |
Equity instruments other than options, assumed in acquisition during period, number (in shares) | 1,998,000 | |||
Granted (in shares) | 3,877,000 | 2,657,000 | 2,452,000 | |
Vested (in shares) | (2,242,000) | (2,039,000) | (3,123,000) | |
Forfeited (in shares) | (1,034,000) | (637,000) | (1,029,000) | |
Nonvested, number of shares, ending balance (in shares) | 9,038,000 | 5,664,000 | 5,683,000 | |
Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value | ||||
Nonvested, weighted average grant date fair value per share, beginning balance (in dollars per share) | $ 231.97 | $ 186.22 | $ 131.50 | |
Assumed through acquisition (in dollars per share) | 355.49 | |||
Granted (in dollars per share) | 431.82 | 271.80 | 245.40 | |
Vested (in dollars per share) | 262.23 | 180.40 | 129.31 | |
Forfeited (in dollars per share) | 251.41 | 154.91 | 107.40 | |
Nonvested, weighted average grant date fair value per share, ending balance (in dollars per share) | $ 345.86 | $ 231.97 | $ 186.22 | |
Total tax benefit related to RSU share-based compensation expense | $ 269 | $ 173 | $ 200 | |
Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) | ||||
Summary of restricted stock unit activity | ||||
Restricted stock subject to revest provisions issued in connection with acquisition (in shares) | 775,000 | |||
Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value | ||||
Restricted stock subject to revest provisions issued in connection with acquisition (in dollars per share) | $ 355.49 | |||
Total fair market value of shares vested | $ 942 | 620 | 676 | |
Share-based compensation for RSUs | 708 | 382 | 351 | |
Total tax benefit related to RSU share-based compensation expense | 225 | 134 | 141 | |
Cash tax benefits realized for tax deductions for RSUs | 221 | $ 139 | $ 150 | |
Unrecognized compensation cost | $ 2,800 | |||
Weighted average vesting period | 3 years | |||
Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) | Credit Karma | ||||
Summary of restricted stock unit activity | ||||
Equity instruments other than options, assumed in acquisition during period, number (in shares) | 1,997,881 | |||
Granted (in shares) | 809,000 | |||
Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value | ||||
Fair value of equity awards | $ 300 |
Stockholders' Equity - Stock Op
Stockholders' Equity - Stock Option Activity and Related Share-Based Compensation Expense (Details) - USD ($) $ / shares in Units, shares in Thousands, $ in Millions | 12 Months Ended | ||
Jul. 31, 2021 | Jul. 31, 2020 | Jul. 31, 2019 | |
Summary of stock option activity, number of shares | |||
Number of shares, beginning balance (in shares) | 2,681 | 3,374 | 5,154 |
Granted (in shares) | 323 | 382 | 487 |
Exercised (in shares) | (718) | (993) | (1,924) |
Canceled or expired (in shares) | (82) | (82) | (343) |
Number of shares, ending balance (in shares) | 2,204 | 2,681 | 3,374 |
Weighted Average Exercise Price Per Share | |||
Weighted average exercise price per share, Beginning Balance (in dollars per share) | $ 185.83 | $ 150.75 | $ 120.26 |
Granted (in dollars per share) | 525.51 | 303.94 | 274.26 |
Exercised (in dollars per share) | 128.39 | 111.82 | 102.49 |
Canceled or expired (in dollars per share) | 264.53 | 188.39 | 138.59 |
Weighted average exercise price per share, Ending Balance (in dollars per share) | $ 251.48 | $ 185.83 | $ 150.75 |
Stock Options Outstanding | |||
Number of shares (in thousands), options outstanding (in shares) | 2,204 | 2,681 | 3,374 |
Weighted average remaining contractual life (in years), options outstanding | 4 years 3 months 29 days | ||
Weighted average exercise price per share, options outstanding (in dollars per share) | $ 251.48 | $ 185.83 | $ 150.75 |
Aggregate intrinsic value (in millions), options outstanding | $ 614 | ||
Number of shares (in thousands), options exercisable (in shares) | 1,358 | ||
Weighted average remaining contractual life (in years) options exercisable | 3 years 3 months 21 days | ||
Weighted average exercise price per share, options exercisable (in dollars per share) | $ 173.90 | ||
Aggregate intrinsic value (in millions), options exercisable | $ 483 | ||
Market price of common stock (in dollars per share) | $ 529.97 | ||
Additional information on stock options and ESPP shares | |||
Weighted average fair value of options granted (in dollars per share) | $ 122.16 | $ 74.85 | $ 63.18 |
Total grant date fair value of options vested | $ 17 | $ 23 | $ 30 |
Aggregate intrinsic value of options exercised | 179 | 159 | 248 |
Total tax benefit for stock option and ESPP share-based compensation | 269 | 173 | 200 |
Cash received from option exercises | 92 | 111 | 197 |
Cash tax benefits realized related to tax deductions for non-qualified option exercises and disqualifying dispositions under all share-based payment arrangements | 48 | 39 | 58 |
Stock Options And Espp | |||
Additional information on stock options and ESPP shares | |||
Share-based compensation expense for stock options and ESPP | 45 | 53 | 50 |
Total tax benefit for stock option and ESPP share-based compensation | 44 | $ 39 | $ 59 |
Employee Stock Option | |||
Additional information on stock options and ESPP shares | |||
Unrecognized compensation cost | $ 75 | ||
Weighted average vesting period | 3 years 3 months 18 days |
Stockholders' Equity - Accumula
Stockholders' Equity - Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions | Jul. 31, 2021 | Jul. 31, 2020 | Jul. 31, 2019 | Jul. 31, 2018 |
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Line Items] | ||||
Stockholders’ equity | $ 9,869 | $ 5,106 | $ 3,749 | $ 2,816 |
Unrealized gain on available-for-sale debt securities | ||||
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Line Items] | ||||
Stockholders’ equity | 3 | 6 | ||
Foreign currency translation adjustments | ||||
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Line Items] | ||||
Stockholders’ equity | (27) | (38) | ||
AOCI Attributable to Parent | ||||
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Line Items] | ||||
Stockholders’ equity | $ (24) | $ (32) | $ (36) | $ (36) |
Benefit Plans (Details)
Benefit Plans (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions | 12 Months Ended | ||
Jul. 31, 2021 | Jul. 31, 2020 | Jul. 31, 2019 | |
Defined Contribution Plan Disclosure [Line Items] | |||
Maximum percent of salary and bonus eligible for executive deferred compensation plan | 75.00% | ||
Executive deferred compensation plan liabilities | $ 153 | $ 123 | |
Maximum percent of pre tax salary eligible for contribution to employee plan | 50.00% | ||
Additional employer contribution for next six percent of salary (in percent) | 125.00% | ||
Additional salary contributed by the employee (in percent) | 6.00% | ||
Matching contributions | $ 80 | $ 69 | $ 59 |
Credit Karma | |||
Defined Contribution Plan Disclosure [Line Items] | |||
Defined contribution plan, maximum annual contributions per employee, percent | 90.00% | ||
Defined contribution plan, employer matching contribution, percent of match | 100.00% | ||
Defined contribution plan, employer matching contribution, percent of employees' gross pay | 6.00% |
Litigation (Details)
Litigation (Details) claim in Thousands, $ in Millions | Jul. 31, 2021USD ($)claim | Jul. 31, 2020USD ($) |
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract] | ||
Individual arbitration claims pending | claim | 126 | |
Accrued arbitration fees | $ 14 | |
Estimate of future fees to be incurred | $ 360 |
Segment Information - Narrative
Segment Information - Narrative (Details) $ in Millions | 12 Months Ended | ||
Jul. 31, 2021USD ($)segment | Jul. 31, 2020USD ($) | Jul. 31, 2019USD ($) | |
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items] | |||
Number of reportable segments | segment | 4 | ||
Total segment operating income | $ 2,500 | $ 2,176 | $ 1,854 |
Net revenue: | 9,633 | 7,679 | 6,784 |
QuickBooks Desktop Packaged Software Products | |||
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items] | |||
Net revenue: | $ 133 | $ 147 | $ 167 |
Maximum | International | |||
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items] | |||
International total net revenue, as a percentage of total | 5.00% | 5.00% | 5.00% |
Operating Segments | |||
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items] | |||
Total segment operating income | $ 5,381 | $ 4,500 | $ 3,872 |
Operating Segments | Small Business & Self-Employed | |||
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items] | |||
Total segment operating income | 2,590 | 2,091 | 1,722 |
Operating Segments | Consumer | |||
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items] | |||
Total segment operating income | 2,237 | 2,063 | 1,820 |
Operating Segments | ProConnect | |||
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items] | |||
Total segment operating income | $ 372 | 346 | 330 |
Operating Segments | Segment Reclass | Small Business & Self-Employed | |||
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items] | |||
Total segment operating income | (180) | (172) | |
Operating Segments | Segment Reclass | Consumer | |||
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items] | |||
Total segment operating income | (121) | (78) | |
Operating Segments | Segment Reclass | ProConnect | |||
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items] | |||
Total segment operating income | $ (13) | $ (12) |
Segment Information (Details)
Segment Information (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions | 12 Months Ended | ||
Jul. 31, 2021 | Jul. 31, 2020 | Jul. 31, 2019 | |
Net revenue: | |||
Total net revenue | $ 9,633 | $ 7,679 | $ 6,784 |
Operating income: | |||
Total segment operating income | 2,500 | 2,176 | 1,854 |
Unallocated corporate items: | |||
Amortization of acquired technology | (50) | (22) | (20) |
Amortization of other acquired intangible assets | (146) | (6) | (6) |
QuickBooks Online Accounting | |||
Net revenue: | |||
Total net revenue | 1,699 | 1,354 | 980 |
Online Services | |||
Net revenue: | |||
Total net revenue | 1,051 | 828 | 683 |
Total Online Ecosystem | |||
Net revenue: | |||
Total net revenue | 2,750 | 2,182 | 1,663 |
QuickBooks Desktop Accounting | |||
Net revenue: | |||
Total net revenue | 789 | 755 | 732 |
Desktop Services and Supplies | |||
Net revenue: | |||
Total net revenue | 1,149 | 1,113 | 1,138 |
Total Desktop Ecosystem | |||
Net revenue: | |||
Total net revenue | 1,938 | 1,868 | 1,870 |
Small Business & Self-Employed | |||
Net revenue: | |||
Total net revenue | 4,688 | 4,050 | 3,533 |
Consumer | |||
Net revenue: | |||
Total net revenue | 3,563 | 3,136 | 2,775 |
Credit Karma | |||
Net revenue: | |||
Total net revenue | 865 | 0 | 0 |
ProConnect | |||
Net revenue: | |||
Total net revenue | 517 | 493 | 476 |
Operating Segments | |||
Operating income: | |||
Total segment operating income | 5,381 | 4,500 | 3,872 |
Operating Segments | Small Business & Self-Employed | |||
Operating income: | |||
Total segment operating income | 2,590 | 2,091 | 1,722 |
Operating Segments | Consumer | |||
Operating income: | |||
Total segment operating income | 2,237 | 2,063 | 1,820 |
Operating Segments | Credit Karma | |||
Operating income: | |||
Total segment operating income | 182 | 0 | 0 |
Operating Segments | ProConnect | |||
Operating income: | |||
Total segment operating income | 372 | 346 | 330 |
Segment Reconciling Items | |||
Unallocated corporate items: | |||
Share-based compensation expense | (753) | (435) | (401) |
Other corporate expenses | (1,932) | (1,861) | (1,591) |
Amortization of acquired technology | (50) | (22) | (20) |
Amortization of other acquired intangible assets | (146) | (6) | (6) |
Total unallocated corporate items | $ (2,881) | $ (2,324) | $ (2,018) |
Schedule II - Valuation and Q_2
Schedule II - Valuation and Qualifying Accounts (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions | 12 Months Ended | ||
Jul. 31, 2021 | Jul. 31, 2020 | Jul. 31, 2019 | |
Allowance for doubtful accounts | |||
SEC Schedule, 12-09, Movement in Valuation Allowances and Reserves [Roll Forward] | |||
Valuation and qualifying accounts, beginning balance | $ 12 | $ 3 | $ 5 |
Additions Charged to Expense/ Revenue | 92 | 68 | 59 |
Deductions | (8) | (59) | (61) |
Valuation and qualifying accounts, ending balance | 96 | 12 | 3 |
Reserve for returns and credits | |||
SEC Schedule, 12-09, Movement in Valuation Allowances and Reserves [Roll Forward] | |||
Valuation and qualifying accounts, beginning balance | 24 | 24 | 17 |
Additions Charged to Expense/ Revenue | 168 | 170 | 190 |
Deductions | (171) | (170) | (183) |
Valuation and qualifying accounts, ending balance | 21 | 24 | 24 |
Reserve for promotional discounts and rebates | |||
SEC Schedule, 12-09, Movement in Valuation Allowances and Reserves [Roll Forward] | |||
Valuation and qualifying accounts, beginning balance | 11 | 11 | 10 |
Additions Charged to Expense/ Revenue | 62 | 73 | 92 |
Deductions | (63) | (73) | (91) |
Valuation and qualifying accounts, ending balance | $ 10 | $ 11 | $ 11 |