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Goodwill and other intangible assets - Schedule of Goodwill (Details)
$ in Millions
3 Months Ended
Nov. 30, 2021
USD ($)
Goodwill [Roll Forward]  
Goodwill, beginning balance $ 12,421
Acquisitions 9,130
Currency translation adjustments (32)
Goodwill, ending balance 21,520
Reportable Segments | United States  
Goodwill [Roll Forward]  
Goodwill, beginning balance 10,947
Acquisitions 0
Currency translation adjustments 0
Goodwill, ending balance 10,947
Reportable Segments | International  
Goodwill [Roll Forward]  
Goodwill, beginning balance 1,474
Acquisitions 0
Currency translation adjustments (32)
Goodwill, ending balance 1,443
Reportable Segments | Walgreens Health  
Goodwill [Roll Forward]  
Goodwill, beginning balance 0
Acquisitions 9,130
Currency translation adjustments 0
Goodwill, ending balance $ 9,130