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Information about QVC's Operating Segments (Revenue and Adjusted OIBDA by Segment) (Details) (USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified |
12 Months Ended | ||
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Dec. 31, 2013
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Dec. 31, 2012
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Dec. 31, 2011
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| Segment Reporting Information [Line Items] | |||
| Net revenue | $ 8,623 | $ 8,516 | $ 8,268 |
| Adjusted OIBDA | 1,841 | 1,828 | 1,733 |
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QVC-U.S.
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| Segment Reporting Information [Line Items] | |||
| Net revenue | 5,844 | 5,585 | 5,412 |
| Adjusted OIBDA | 1,352 | 1,292 | 1,225 |
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QVC-Japan
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| Segment Reporting Information [Line Items] | |||
| Net revenue | 1,024 | 1,247 | 1,127 |
| Adjusted OIBDA | 212 | 279 | 241 |
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QVC-Germany
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| Segment Reporting Information [Line Items] | |||
| Net revenue | 971 | 956 | 1,068 |
| Adjusted OIBDA | 173 | 179 | 199 |
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QVC-U.K.
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| Segment Reporting Information [Line Items] | |||
| Net revenue | 657 | 641 | 626 |
| Adjusted OIBDA | 118 | 104 | 111 |
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QVC-Italy
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| Segment Reporting Information [Line Items] | |||
| Net revenue | 127 | 87 | 35 |
| Adjusted OIBDA | $ (14) | $ (26) | $ (43) |