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Information about QVC's Operating Segments (Revenue and Adjusted OIBDA by Segment) (Details) (USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified |
3 Months Ended | |
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Mar. 31, 2013
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Mar. 31, 2012
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| Segment Reporting Information [Line Items] | ||
| Net revenue | $ 1,974 | $ 1,932 |
| Adjusted OIBDA | 404 | 390 |
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QVC-U.S.
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| Segment Reporting Information [Line Items] | ||
| Net revenue | 1,297 | 1,240 |
| Adjusted OIBDA | 291 | 270 |
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QVC-Japan
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| Segment Reporting Information [Line Items] | ||
| Net revenue | 256 | 289 |
| Adjusted OIBDA | 54 | 63 |
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QVC-Germany
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| Segment Reporting Information [Line Items] | ||
| Net revenue | 250 | 247 |
| Adjusted OIBDA | 43 | 46 |
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QVC-U.K.
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| Segment Reporting Information [Line Items] | ||
| Net revenue | 140 | 140 |
| Adjusted OIBDA | 19 | 20 |
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QVC-Italy
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| Segment Reporting Information [Line Items] | ||
| Net revenue | 31 | 16 |
| Adjusted OIBDA | $ (3) | $ (9) |